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Abdulswamad Nassir

Also known as: Governor Nassir · Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir — leads efforts in education, healthcare, and land ownership; preparing for 2027 election.

2026-05-062026-06-26
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In coverage

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  1. May 2026

  2. Citizen Digital

    … Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir also rallied support for President Ruto and Governor Achani, saying cooperation between ODM and UDA leaders had accelerated development and legislative processes that directly benefit ordinary Kenyans. …

    Waiguru rallies Coast support for Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid

  3. Citizen Digital

    … These include ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga, Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, and Governors Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Nassir, whom he accused of convening a meeting to alter the party’s leadership shortly after the death of Raila Odinga. …

    Orengo accuses 4 ODM officials of selling party to Ruto, cites private meetings
Society

Head of Public Service opens 49th KESSHA conference

The News

Felix Koskei, Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff, opened the 49th Annual Conference of the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association in Mombasa and reaffirmed the government's commitment to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). He highlighted government investments in school infrastructure, noting that more than 23,000 classrooms have been constructed nationwide to support CBC implementation, and urged school administrators to strengthen guidance and counselling programmes.

Why it matters

Head of Public Service's remarks on CBC implementation and school infrastructure reflect government's ongoing education and curriculum policy commitments.

23 hours ago · Capital News →

Yesterday

  1. Head of Public Service opens 49th KESSHA conference

    Felix Koskei, Head of Public Service and Chief of Staff, opened the 49th Annual Conference of the Kenya Secondary School Heads Association in Mombasa and reaffirmed the government's commitment to the Competency-Based Curriculum (CBC). He highlighted government investments in school infrastructure, noting that more than 23,000 classrooms have been constructed nationwide to support CBC implementation, and urged school administrators to strengthen guidance and counselling programmes.

    23 hours ago · Capital News →

  2. EU announces Sh50 billion ocean investment for African ports, fisheries

    The European Union has announced new financial commitments aimed at strengthening ocean conservation, sustainable fisheries, and the blue economy across Africa.

    25 June 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Governor Nassir calls for student welfare and mental health priority

    Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has urged education leaders to strengthen support systems for learners and build safer school environments, emphasizing collaborative leadership between teachers, parents and stakeholders, and noting that mental health interventions should be preventive rather than reactive.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Governor Nassir calls for student welfare and mental health focus

    Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has urged education leaders to strengthen support systems for learners and build safer school environments, emphasising collaborative leadership between teachers, parents and stakeholders and the need for preventive mental health interventions.

    24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 18 June

  1. Global leaders urge action to protect 30% of oceans by 2030

    At the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and former US Secretary of State John Kerry warned that countries risk missing the goal of protecting 30 per cent of oceans by 2030, calling on governments and stakeholders to translate promises into meaningful action to reverse environmental degradation.

    18 June 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Kenya hosts 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa

    Deputy President Kindiki opened the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa, affirming the government's commitment to preserve Kenya's ocean for economic growth and future generations. President Ruto highlighted in a video-link address that the ocean powers industries and feeds families but faces threats including global warming, plastic pollution, and illegal fishing.

    17 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 15 June

  1. Mombasa Governor Nassir confident of 2027 election victory

    Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir has expressed confidence that his administration's work in healthcare, education, and land ownership will earn him the trust of residents heading into the 2027 General Election.

    15 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 8 June

  1. Mombasa County revenue rises to 4.8 billion shillings

    Mombasa County Government has recorded steady revenue growth, with collections rising from Ksh. 3.9 billion in financial year 2022/2023 to Ksh. 4.8 billion by June 2025, according to Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir's report to the County Public Accounts Committee. The growth was attributed to prudent financial management and enhanced revenue collection mechanisms, despite ongoing land rates challenges.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 24 May

  1. President Ruto announces Ksh.10 billion Coast blue economy investment

    President Ruto has announced government investment of more than Ksh.10 billion in blue economy projects at the Coast, including five fish landing sites, three fish markets, 272 modern fishing boats, a Ksh.1.5 billion hatchery, and a Ksh.2 billion Shimoni Fish Port in Kwale County, aimed at strengthening families dependent on fishing.

    24 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Ruto distributes 33,000 title deeds to Coast residents

    President William Ruto issued more than 33,000 land title deeds to residents from six Coast counties (Lamu, Tana River, Kilifi, Mombasa, Kwale, and Taita-Taveta) during a five-day development tour, pledging an additional 200,000 deeds within 90 days as part of addressing the squatter challenge.

    21 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Waiguru campaigns for Ruto's first-round 2027 presidential election victory

    Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru campaigned in Kwale County for President William Ruto's re-election, calling on Kenyans to give the United Democratic Alliance a first-round victory in 2027 and asserting that the President enjoys strong support across all regions.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Orengo accuses four ODM officials of aligning with Ruto

    Siaya Governor James Orengo has accused ODM Chairperson Gladys Wanga, Suna East MP Junet Mohamed, and Governors Simba Arati and Abdulswamad Nassir of aligning themselves with President William Ruto and making key party decisions after seeking the Head of State's approval, deepening tensions within ODM.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

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