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Nov 6, 14:54
The unfolding corruption storm in Kilifi County has placed Auditor-General officer Raphael Muigai Ikame at the heart of a deepening scandal. His name has surfaced in a series of allegations ranging from bribery and conflict of interest to audit manipulation. …
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Nov 6, 14:54
The unfolding corruption storm in Kilifi County has placed Auditor-General officer Raphael Muigai Ikame at the heart of a deepening scandal. His name has surfaced in a series of allegations ranging from bribery and conflict of interest to audit manipulation. …
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Nov 3, 13:15
Kilifi County’s health sector is on the brink of collapse. Behind the façade of progress and development lies a system riddled with corruption, intimidation, and neglect. From missing funds to dilapidated hospitals and forced staff transfers, the situation ex…
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Nov 3, 13:15
Kilifi County’s health sector is on the brink of collapse. Behind the façade of progress and development lies a system riddled with corruption, intimidation, and neglect. From missing funds to dilapidated hospitals and forced staff transfers, the situation ex…
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Oct 23, 15:52
Employees at a Kilifi-based cement manufacturing facility have reached out to report that they have been performing full-time duties for extended periods while remaining classified as casual staff, in direct violation of Kenya’s Employment Act, 2007. Workers …
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Oct 23, 15:52
Employees at a Kilifi-based cement manufacturing facility have reached out to report that they have been performing full-time duties for extended periods while remaining classified as casual staff, in direct violation of Kenya’s Employment Act, 2007. Workers …
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Aug 29, 08:44
Uhuru Kenyatta Donates KSh 1.5 Million for Pastoral Centre in Kilifi in a Rare Public Appearance
In a significant move that has drawn public attention, retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and his wife, former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta.
Made a rare public ap…
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Aug 29, 08:44
Uhuru Kenyatta Donates KSh 1.5 Million for Pastoral Centre in Kilifi in a Rare Public Appearance
In a significant move that has drawn public attention, retired President Uhuru Kenyatta and his wife, former First Lady Margaret Kenyatta.
Made a rare public ap…
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Jul 21, 22:51
In what is being hailed by many as a landmark moment for women’s representation in leadership, Kilifi County on Monday elected Catherine Kenga as the first woman Speaker of the County Assembly.
However, beneath the celebration of this milestone, a growing se…
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Jul 21, 22:51
In what is being hailed by many as a landmark moment for women’s representation in leadership, Kilifi County on Monday elected Catherine Kenga as the first woman Speaker of the County Assembly.
However, beneath the celebration of this milestone, a growing se…
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Apr 9, 15:53
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a stern warning to judicial officers in Kilifi County, accusing them of facilitating land-grabbing activities. In a hard-hitting address on April 9, 2025, Murkomen revealed that some officers have been …
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Apr 9, 15:53
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued a stern warning to judicial officers in Kilifi County, accusing them of facilitating land-grabbing activities. In a hard-hitting address on April 9, 2025, Murkomen revealed that some officers have been …
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Apr 8, 18:24
It has now been established that the fallout between Governor Gideon Mung’aro and immediate former County Secretary Martin Mwaro stemmed from leaked information relating to various tender deals flagged by oversight committees in the county.
Mwaro’s removal, …
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Apr 8, 18:24
It has now been established that the fallout between Governor Gideon Mung’aro and immediate former County Secretary Martin Mwaro stemmed from leaked information relating to various tender deals flagged by oversight committees in the county.
Mwaro’s removal, …
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Sep 8, 21:51
A whistleblower has exposed troubling details about a principal procurement officer in Kilifi County. EACC Headquarters Integrity Center, Nairobi.
According to the information, the procurement officer, who is a major shareholder in Bepri General Supplies Lim…
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Sep 8, 21:51
A whistleblower has exposed troubling details about a principal procurement officer in Kilifi County. EACC Headquarters Integrity Center, Nairobi.
According to the information, the procurement officer, who is a major shareholder in Bepri General Supplies Lim…
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Sep 6, 13:15
The uproar over the controversial frame agreement contracting in Kilifi is set to take centre stage in the corridors of justice after a number of business men vowed to challenge tens of contracts awarded under the new model introduced by Governor Gideon Mung'…
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Sep 6, 13:15
The uproar over the controversial frame agreement contracting in Kilifi is set to take centre stage in the corridors of justice after a number of business men vowed to challenge tens of contracts awarded under the new model introduced by Governor Gideon Mung'…
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Feb 20, 16:03
Simba Cement Factory Residents of Malindi in Kilifi County have raised alarm over hazardous emissions emanating from the Simba Cement factory.
According a source from Kaloleni Bondora area who reached out to this blog, the emissions are posing a grave threat…
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Feb 20, 16:03
Simba Cement Factory Residents of Malindi in Kilifi County have raised alarm over hazardous emissions emanating from the Simba Cement factory.
According a source from Kaloleni Bondora area who reached out to this blog, the emissions are posing a grave threat…
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Jan 25, 15:00
MCAs the Governor's actions, and have even gone as far as linking him to a planned move to oust current speaker, Teddy Mwambire, in favor of Kayafungo Ward MCA, Agnes Sidi Power struggles in Kilifi County have reached a boiling point as tensions rise over Gov…
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Jan 25, 15:00
MCAs the Governor's actions, and have even gone as far as linking him to a planned move to oust current speaker, Teddy Mwambire, in favor of Kayafungo Ward MCA, Agnes Sidi Power struggles in Kilifi County have reached a boiling point as tensions rise over Gov…
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Jan 21, 17:22
The late DJ Salim Moriasi alias DJ Goodie was allegedly murdered by known people who are yet to be arrested The family of Salim Moriasi, also known as DJ Goodie, is still seeking justice for the young man's tragic death.
On Christmas Day, t he 27-year-old DJ…
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Jan 21, 17:22
The late DJ Salim Moriasi alias DJ Goodie was allegedly murdered by known people who are yet to be arrested The family of Salim Moriasi, also known as DJ Goodie, is still seeking justice for the young man's tragic death.
On Christmas Day, t he 27-year-old DJ…
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Jan 21, 00:33
Workers at Kilifi-based Waridi Nuts processing show their blemished hands Following reports of poor working conditions for workers, the Kilifi County Government Department of Health Services conducted a sanitary inspection at Waridi Nuts processing plant on T…
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Jan 21, 00:33
Workers at Kilifi-based Waridi Nuts processing show their blemished hands Following reports of poor working conditions for workers, the Kilifi County Government Department of Health Services conducted a sanitary inspection at Waridi Nuts processing plant on T…
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Jan 16, 02:09
Workers at Kilifi-based Waridi Nuts processing show their blemished hands [p/courtesy: Daniel Faraja on Twitter] Casual workers at a Kilifi-based cashew nut processing plant have faulted its management for not adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Speaki…
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Jan 16, 02:09
Workers at Kilifi-based Waridi Nuts processing show their blemished hands [p/courtesy: Daniel Faraja on Twitter] Casual workers at a Kilifi-based cashew nut processing plant have faulted its management for not adhering to health and safety guidelines.
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Dec 13, 16:09
Renzo Quaciari (Far Left) A crime syndicate involving foreign nationals and corrupt government officials extorting businesses and grabbing land in Malindi and Kilifi counties has been exposed.
The syndicate also involves lawyers, who are used by foreign nati…
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Dec 13, 16:09
Renzo Quaciari (Far Left) A crime syndicate involving foreign nationals and corrupt government officials extorting businesses and grabbing land in Malindi and Kilifi counties has been exposed.
The syndicate also involves lawyers, who are used by foreign nati…
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May 4, 16:46
CAPTION: Kilifi Governor Amason Kingi Residents of Kilifi town have called on the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) as well as the Kilifi County Government to move in and save them from ongoing pollution by a local health facility in the area.
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May 4, 16:46
CAPTION: Kilifi Governor Amason Kingi Residents of Kilifi town have called on the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) as well as the Kilifi County Government to move in and save them from ongoing pollution by a local health facility in the area.
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Oct 26, 14:52
CAPTION: COTU boss Francis Atwoli who spent the past weekend at his recently completed Bofa mansion in the wake of complaints from neighbouring residents Residents of Kilifi have expressed their displeasure at COTU boss Francis Atwoli for denying locals acces…
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Oct 26, 14:52
CAPTION: COTU boss Francis Atwoli who spent the past weekend at his recently completed Bofa mansion in the wake of complaints from neighbouring residents Residents of Kilifi have expressed their displeasure at COTU boss Francis Atwoli for denying locals acces…
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May 18, 13:06
Kilifi County Governor Amason Kingi
A voice is heard in Kilifi , mourning and great weeping . A mother weeping for her child and refusing to be comforted, because it is no more
Negligence by nurses at the Kilifi County Hospital have caused a mother to lose …
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May 18, 13:06
Kilifi County Governor Amason Kingi
A voice is heard in Kilifi , mourning and great weeping . A mother weeping for her child and refusing to be comforted, because it is no more
Negligence by nurses at the Kilifi County Hospital have caused a mother to lose …
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Jul 9, 09:55
Public Accounts and Investment committee in the senate has implored the Ethic and Anti-Corruption Commission ( EACC) to fast track investigations into the sh51 million fraud in Kilifi and recover the cash.
The oversight committee led by Senator Sam Ongeri ap…
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Jul 9, 09:55
Public Accounts and Investment committee in the senate has implored the Ethic and Anti-Corruption Commission ( EACC) to fast track investigations into the sh51 million fraud in Kilifi and recover the cash.
The oversight committee led by Senator Sam Ongeri ap…
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Apr 9, 15:59
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) Training Facility in Kilifi There's employee mistreatment at Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)- Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) in Kilifi. KEMRI-Wellcome Trust…
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Apr 9, 15:59
Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI) Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) Training Facility in Kilifi There's employee mistreatment at Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI)- Wellcome Trust Research Programme (KWTRP) in Kilifi. KEMRI-Wellcome Trust…
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Nov 21, 08:48
Five people have been injured and an Italian settler kidnapped in a night attack by unknown gunmen at a children’s home Chakama, Kilifi County. All the injured, aged between 23 and 12 years-old, were rushed to Malindi Sub County Hospital on Wednesday morning.…
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Nov 21, 08:48
Five people have been injured and an Italian settler kidnapped in a night attack by unknown gunmen at a children’s home Chakama, Kilifi County. All the injured, aged between 23 and 12 years-old, were rushed to Malindi Sub County Hospital on Wednesday morning.…
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Nov 20, 18:28
Kilifi Governor Amason Kingi was robbed at an Italian airport where he had gone for his second meeting after attending the UN Habitat convention in Brussels, Belgium. Footage from the airport's CCTV footage showed a man walking away with the Governor’s briefc…
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Nov 20, 18:28
Kilifi Governor Amason Kingi was robbed at an Italian airport where he had gone for his second meeting after attending the UN Habitat convention in Brussels, Belgium. Footage from the airport's CCTV footage showed a man walking away with the Governor’s briefc…
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Oct 12, 17:39
Cord leader Raila Odinga almost cancelled a trip to Kilifi county recently for fear of being heckled by pro-Kilifi North MP Gedion Mung’aro supporters.
Sources say, the Cord leader who had spent the night in Mombasa on October 2 and was scheduled to attend th…
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Oct 12, 17:39
Cord leader Raila Odinga almost cancelled a trip to Kilifi county recently for fear of being heckled by pro-Kilifi North MP Gedion Mung’aro supporters.
Sources say, the Cord leader who had spent the night in Mombasa on October 2 and was scheduled to attend th…
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Mar 29, 11:26
Agricultural Finance Corporation branches in Kenya play a critical role in supporting the growth of agriculture and agribusiness. As a government-owned development finance institution, AFC has been empowering farmers, agripreneurs, and rural communities with …
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Mar 26, 19:54
Kenya has grown into a major air travel hub in Africa, offering world-class facilities for both passengers and cargo. International airports in Kenya connect travelers to key destinations across Europe, Asia, and the rest of Africa. These airports are equippe…
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Feb 25, 21:54
Pressure is mounting on Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo over her decision to retain Nelson Alfayo as NG-CDF Fund Manager, with activists and a civil rights lobby group questioning his track record and calling for his immediate removal from office amid claims of…
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Dec 27, 12:01
A Ksh1.6 billion road rehabilitation plan by the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has ignited debate over priorities in public spending and political influence in infrastructure development. At the centre of the controversy is State House Road, a high-secur…