African Stories in Perspective
African Stories in Perspective
Leaders of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Women League in Mombasa County have rejected calls for political zoning ahead of the 2027 General Election, insisting that all political parties should be free to field their preferred candidates across the county. Speaking during the launch of the Warembo na Faya Movement at the Hursler Centre in […]
Mombasa, Kenya – William Ruto has credited the Broad-Based Government for enabling what he described as some of the most consequential legislation in Kenya’s development history, including the establishment of the National Infrastructure Fund and the rollout of the Kenya Pipeline Company Initial Public Offering (IPO). Speaking on Friday during an Iftar dinner for members […]
As the world marked International Women’s Day, the Coast Interfaith Council of Clerics Trust (CICC) Women’s Desk has called on both county and national governments to invest more in women’s leadership, rights, and opportunities, saying empowering women strengthens families, communities, and society at large. Speaking in Mombasa during the commemorations themed “Give to Get,” the […]
Mombasa, Kenya — A total of 5,880 young entrepreneurs from Mombasa, Kwale and Taita-Taveta counties are set to receive KSh147 million in business grants today under the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme, during a ceremony presided over by President William Ruto at the Jomo Kenyatta Showground, Mombasa. The beneficiaries have been selected from […]
Mombasa, Kenya – The Westerwelle Startup Haus in Mombasa County is celebrating a major milestone in its efforts to transform youth perspectives on entrepreneurship and digital technology, helping young people grow sustainable businesses and strong brands. Speaking in Mombasa, the Country Director, Mercy Mkulu, said the hub successfully implemented five key programmes last year, which have […]
The standoff over the Little Theatre Club land in Mombasa is far from resolved, despite claims by the government that an agreement has already been reached between Mombasa creatives and Kenya Railways. Speaking on the matter, Principal Secretary in the State Department for Transport, Mohamed Daghar, said a nine-member taskforce formed last week to address […]
Mombasa, Kenya – The Archbishop of Mombasa, Most Rev. Martin Kivuva, has warmly welcomed the appointment of Bishop Dominic Kimengich as the Coadjutor Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Mombasa by His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. The appointment, officially announced on 28 January 2026, marks a significant pastoral transition for one of Kenya’s metropolitan sees and […]
Summary The ODPC has received 9,061 complaints, with 357 cases heard and determined and 134 enforcement notices issued. The Commission has also issued 184 compensation orders, resolved 84 cases through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), and imposed 20 penalty notices to ensure compliance. Kassait noted that many complaints involve school-going children, terming this a major concern. […]
Mombasa, Kenya – Bandari Maritime Academy (BMA) has reaffirmed its commitment to bridging the long-standing sea-time gap that has delayed the completion of studies for seafaring cadets in Kenya. For years, students pursuing Marine Engineering and Nautical Science have faced challenges in meeting the mandatory 12 months of sea-time required for certification, largely due to the […]
Mombasa, Kenya (Prime Africa News) – A quiet but powerful transformation is unfolding along Kenya’s Coast, where youth and women entrepreneurs are leveraging innovation and digital skills to reshape the region’s economic future. At the centre of this shift is Westerwelle Startup Haus Mombasa, an entrepreneurship hub that has emerged as a key launchpad for coastal […]
