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Kindiki tells Kenyans to obey evacuation orders as El Niño rains near
The Deputy President specifically cautioned the public against entering flooded areas or going near rivers when movement restrictions are issued.
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Mombasa race widens as Nassir faces fresh challenge from political heavyweights
Nassir is seeking to retain the seat he won in 2022 after defeating UDA Secretary-General Hassan Omar. The governor received 119,083 votes, while Omar garnered 98,105.
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Shahbal: I will not leave Mombasa to ‘incompetent’ leaders
Speaking on NTV on Monday, Shahbal said he respected Ruto as President and a friend but disagreed with his advice, arguing that competent people should be encouraged to enter politics and public service.
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Ruto gives six months to complete Sh12.9bn Mombasa SEZ
Located on a 535-acre site in Jomvu Sub-County, the zone is expected to accommodate 67 companies involved in manufacturing, warehousing, assembly, processing and other businesses targeting local and export markets.
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Ruto outlines Kenya’s plans to use Mombasa as gateway to African market
Ruto said Africa's free trade agreement would only deliver its full economic potential if countries developed industries capable of producing goods for the continental market
Politics
Ruto: Why I’m against Shahbal running for Mombasa Governor's seat
The President Ruto said he had personally advised Shahbal against seeking the county's top political seat, arguing that Kenya could benefit more from his entrepreneurial skills and involvement in major investments.
Global Affairs
USS Ross docks in Mombasa after Iran operation: What you need to know
Since April, the destroyer has been deployed in the US Fifth Fleet Area of Operations, where it has supported Operation Epic Fury and the US blockade against Iran.
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Nine public petitions cleared for debate as Parliament prepares to resume
The committee, chaired by Muchangi Karemba (Runyenjes), has been examining petitions brought before it by members of the public and holding discussions with those directly involved in the matters raised.
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Kenya Railways adds three extra trains on Nairobi-Mombasa route
The first additional train operated on Monday evening, departing from the Mombasa Terminus at 8.40 pm. Two more services will run on Tuesday. The first will leave the Nairobi Terminus at 9.40 am, while the second will depart from the Mombasa Terminus at 4.30 pm.
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Kenya to experience above average short rains during the October to December 2026 season
The forecast, issued on Wednesday, August 26, shows that above average rainfall is expected across much of the country.
Today In History
Jomo Kenyatta: 48 years since Kenya’s first president died
Kenyatta died on August 22, 1978, at 3:30 am while asleep at State House in Mombasa, bringing to an end the life of a man who had led Kenya from independence and remained one of the country’s most influential political figures.
Politics
Jumwa accuses Duale of hypocrisy in fresh political clash
Duale claimed that he sat next to Jumwa in Cabinet and would sometimes assist her in reading and explaining Cabinet papers. He further alleged that she occasionally struggled to explain issues contained in the documents, prompting him to intervene