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Mombasa set for largest LPG terminal as Taifa Gas nears completion
The Sh16 billion project by Taifa Gas Investments SEZ Limited is now about 80 percent complete and is expected to be ready by March this year.
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Activists storm Mombasa Central Police Station over detained journalist
According to VOCAL Africa, the journalist was detained following his publication of information naming politicians allegedly behind the funding of the “Panga Boys” gang operating in Kisauni, Mombasa County.
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MCK condemns arrest of journalist Peter Mwita, warns against intimidation
The Media Council of Kenya has condemned the arrest of Mombasa journalist Peter Mwita Maseke over a WhatsApp post on a criminal gang, warning it threatens press freedom and constitutional rights.
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Two arrested over brutal Mombasa murder
In a statement issued on December 21, 2025, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the suspects, Julius Otieno Mageta, alias Junior, and his accomplice Mohammed Omar Hamisi, alias Babu, were flushed out of their hideout and arrested following a tip-off from members of the public.
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Mombasa county introduces new fees and penalties for 2026
Mombasa County Assembly has approved the 2025 Finance Bill, introducing new port, parking, dumping and fumigation charges, while cutting quarry transport fees, effective for 2026 once gazetted.
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Mombasa orders 6pm beach closure to boost festive season safety
The directive came shortly after a statement by Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir, who instructed all event organisers, promoters, venue owners and institutions to seek approval from the county’s disaster management committee before hosting any functions.
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Traders rushed to apply for new 30-day port charges waiver
The chamber informed its members that they must submit their applications by December 6, 2025 to enjoy the full waiver. The relief package targets containerised cargo that has stayed in the port or customs warehouses for extended periods, often due to delayed documentation, financial hurdles or stalled clearance procedures.
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Lero ni Lero: ODM turns 20 in style
Saturday, November 15, will feature a major gathering at Mama Ngina Waterfront dedicated to honouring Raila’s long career, his ideals, and the influence he has had over the years. Running from 7:30 am to 2 pm, the event includes a fresh pledge by party members to uphold and defend the democratic progress achieved since ODM’s founding. In the evening, the party will host a Founders’ Dinner at Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort, bringing together those who played key roles in building the party.
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27 found shut inside Mombasa church in suspected cult case
Changamwe Police Commander Patrick Gogo said officers traced the group to Zion Fire Annointing Ministries, where the individuals were found cut off from the outside world. He explained that the operation was part of a broader security effort that began last Wednesday, targeting suspected illegal religious gatherings in the area.
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Kenya’s cruise tourism on the rise as MV SH Diana makes third visit to Mombasa
The vessel, carrying 120 passengers and 129 crew members, arrived after completing a five-day voyage along Kenya’s scenic coastline, with stopovers in Shimoni and Lamu before its final leg to Mombasa.
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State to publicly destroy Sh8bn drug haul seized at sea- Murkomen
Speaking on Sunday during a church service at AIC Kisumu Arina Local Church, Murkomen further said the six suspects arrested in connection with the seizure will soon be arraigned in court.
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Body recovered in Tudor boat tragedy, search continues for two more
The body was identified as that of Caleb Otieno, 21, by his mother, Janet Adhiambo.