Mombasa

Prosecution stumbles in Matonya rape case with missing evidence

In an update to the ongoing rape case against Tanzanian artist Matonya (Sefu Shabani Ramadhan), the Mombasa court heard that the ODPP has not provided key evidence documents. The prosecution admitted incomplete preparation, with the next hearing set for June 17.

IEBC Mombasa voter drive ends at 65% of target as youth lack IDs

29 aprile 2026 Riportato dall'IA

Mombasa's segment of the IEBC 2026 Voter Registration Drive, launched nationally on March 30, concluded Tuesday with 47,632 new voters registered—65% of the 73,280 target. Thousands of youth missed out due to lacking national IDs, despite expanded centers.

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Linda Mwananchi leaders rally in Mombasa criticizing ODM and government

Africa

Four Likoni schoolgirls found in Tanzania seeking jobs

Africa

Fear street families drawn by Ramadan food may not return home

Unattended bag triggers bomb scare at Moi airport in Mombasa

A bomb scare disrupted operations at Moi International Airport in Mombasa after an unattended bag was found near the VIP parking area. Bomb experts arrived and controlled the situation, with no injuries reported. Police stated the bag contained tire inflation devices.

KPA urges drivers to use Dongo Kundu bridge instead of ferry

04 marzo 2026 Riportato dall'IA

The Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) has advised drivers to use the Dongo Kundu bridge to reduce congestion at the Likoni ferry crossing. This follows traffic jams caused by limited ferry services. Over 300,000 people and 6,000 vehicles use the crossing daily.

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