Kenya's maritime regulator issuing coastal safety warnings and overseeing salvage operations for grounded vessels.
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… Once the legislation that has already been passed is fully implemented, our seafarers will have access to more jobs and better working conditions,” he said.Former Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) chairman Hamisi Mwaguya described the new pact as the fulfilment of a long-held dream …
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… The union also urged the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) and the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs to simplify the issuance of clearance certificates required by seafarers seeking jobs locally and overseas.According to Ramadhan, a streamlined clearance system w …
Policy hurdles hurt Kenyan's bid to explore opportunities in maritimeThe Standard
… ent would help curb fraudulent recruitment agencies and protect job seekers from exploitation. “The union must be part of the recruitment process to ensure transparency and safeguard the welfare of Kenyan seafarers,” Ramadhan said.The union also urged the Kenya Maritime Authority …
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… Additional evidence presented showed that the Kenya Maritime Authority confirmed the vessel had no registration documents and was therefore stateless, while analysis by the Government Chemist conclusively identified the recovered substance as methamphetamine. …
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… Additional evidence showed that the Kenya Maritime Authority established the vessel had no registration documents and was therefore stateless, while analysis by the Government Chemist conclusively identified the recovered substance as methamphetamine. …
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… Subscribe to our newsletterMaritime stakeholders say the sector suffers from weak regulation, lack of formal training and widespread safety lapses that have contributed to recurring accidents and fatalities.Figures from the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) indicate that between 201 …
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… It was joy as the fishermen were received by their family and Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) officials at Moi International Airport on Friday night in a reunion that brought tears of joy to families and friends. …
Seven Kenyan jailed in Tanzania over human trafficking return homeThe United Nations has warned governments to convert early weather forecasts into action as El Niño is established and expected to persist into early 2027, with effects including altered rainfall patterns and extreme temperatures. Nairobi is stepping up flood preparations after El Niño rains killed 36 people in the capital earlier this year.
25 September 2026 · The Standard →
The United Nations has warned governments to convert early weather forecasts into action as El Niño is established and expected to persist into early 2027, with effects including altered rainfall patterns and extreme temperatures. Nairobi is stepping up flood preparations after El Niño rains killed 36 people in the capital earlier this year.
25 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Maritime Authority has warned that heavy rains, rough seas, strong winds, high waves and reduced visibility are expected along the Kenyan coast between September and December, posing risks to fishermen, boat operators, passengers and coastal communities. The authority advises the public to avoid venturing into the sea during adverse weather and to postpone non-essential activities when conditions deteriorate.
23 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Maritime Authority has warned people living and working along Kenya's coast to prepare for hazardous sea and weather conditions from September through December, including strong winds, rough seas, high waves, heavy rainfall, and reduced visibility. The authority advised boat operators to secure vessels, passengers and crew to wear life jackets, and fisherfolk to exercise caution and postpone non-essential sea activities when conditions deteriorate.
23 September 2026 · Capital News →
The Kenya Meteorological Department and Kenya Red Cross have issued a marine safety alert for Kilifi, Mombasa, Kwale and Lamu counties, warning of large ocean waves and strong winds through the weekend that pose risks to small boats and people along the shoreline. Fishermen have been urged to check weather before entering the sea, avoid unnecessary trips in rough conditions, and wear lifesaving equipment.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Maritime Authority has issued a public safety warning for the Kenyan coast from September through December 2026, cautioning fishermen, boat operators, passengers and coastal communities to take heightened precautions against anticipated adverse weather including strong winds, rough seas, high waves, heavy rainfall and reduced visibility.
23 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya Shipyards Ltd is building modern boats and ships to address safety concerns on Lake Victoria, where 420 boat accidents were recorded on the Kenyan side between 2015 and 2025, resulting in over 250 deaths. The major causes include overloading, strong winds, lack of life jackets, poorly maintained wooden boats, and untrained operators.
22 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya's banks hesitate to invest in the blue economy despite its potential, citing concerns over market volatility and unclear regulation. A senior government official has called on financial institutions to support maritime and shipping investments, noting the sector's capacity to create jobs and drive economic growth.
16 September 2026 · The Standard →
Three Kenyan seafarer organizations—the Seafarers Union of Kenya, Kenya Seafarers Welfare Association, and Independent Mkunazini Seafarers Organisation—have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen advocacy and address longstanding fragmentation within the maritime labour movement.
30 July 2026 · The Standard →
Fishermen and residents in Kilifi County claim that salvage operations on a cargo vessel grounded four months ago have caused marine pollution, killing marine animals and damaging coastal ecosystems. The Kikambala Beach Management Unit chairman questioned whether the salvage operator is licensed and qualified.
28 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Maritime Authority said salvage of MV Adan, which ran aground off Nyali beach in May 2026, is scheduled to commence in mid-August 2026 after regulatory approval and arrival of specialised equipment. The operation has been planned to coincide with favourable weather and tidal conditions.
27 July 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's maritime stakeholders have signed an agreement to unite four seafarer organisations under a single platform to strengthen advocacy for employment, welfare and policy implementation in the blue economy. The unified body aims to present coordinated demands to government for improved training, welfare programmes and employment prospects.
18 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Seafarers Union of Kenya has warned that Kenya's maritime employment sector is being undermined by the absence of a national wage structure and weak labour protections. The union is pushing for comprehensive legislation to standardise wages, strengthen oversight of recruitment agencies, and improve welfare for Kenyan seafarers, saying local workers earn less than foreign counterparts performing the same duties.
2 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Seafarers Union of Kenya warns that the absence of a national wage structure and weak labour protections are undermining Kenyan seafarers' employment opportunities abroad. The union is pushing for comprehensive legislation to standardise wages, strengthen recruitment agency oversight, and improve welfare protections, noting that Kenyan workers earn less than foreign counterparts for the same duties.
2 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has closed its case against six Iranian nationals charged with trafficking more than one tonne of methamphetamine worth Sh8.2 billion. The prosecution presented testimony from 12 witnesses at Shanzu Chief Magistrate's Court after the Kenya Navy intercepted a vessel carrying the drugs in October 2025.
27 June 2026 · Capital News →
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has closed its case against six Iranian nationals accused of trafficking more than one tonne of methamphetamine worth over Ksh.8.2 billion before the Shanzu Chief Magistrate's Court, after calling 12 witnesses including the investigating officer from the Anti-Narcotics Unit.
26 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions has closed its case against six Iranian nationals accused of trafficking more than one tonne of methamphetamine worth Sh8.2 billion, after calling 12 witnesses to the Shanzu Chief Magistrate's Court. The prosecution detailed how Kenyan security agencies intercepted a vessel carrying the narcotics haul on the high seas in October 2025.
26 June 2026 · Capital News →
Six coastal counties under Jumuiya ya Kaunti za Pwani have unveiled a $1.2 billion (Sh156 billion) blue economy multi-agency action plan for 2026 to 2030, focusing on sustainable investment in fisheries, ports, maritime transport, tourism and green energy. The plan was launched at the eleventh Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa and aims to drive sustainable economic growth and inclusive development across coastal counties.
21 June 2026 · The Standard →
MOESNA is working to professionalise and standardise coxswain training across Eastern, Southern and Northern Africa in response to rising inland water accidents and inconsistent safety standards. The Kenya-led initiative, with validation expected in July and completion by October, aims to establish a harmonised certification framework across borders.
18 June 2026 · The Standard →
Seven Kenyan seafarers have returned home after spending nearly three months detained in international waters in March. Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho attended a homecoming ceremony and announced government measures to strengthen safeguards for Kenyan maritime workers.
13 June 2026 · Capital News →
Seven Kenyan sailors detained in Tanzania since March 31 over human trafficking charges have been repatriated to Kenya after Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho secured their release; they had been jailed for 10 years with an option to pay Tsh70 million. The crew members were arrested after their fishing vessel was seized in Kilwa with 61 illegal immigrants aboard destined for Comoros.
13 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's National Assembly Transport Committee has called on the Kenya Maritime Authority, Bandari Maritime Academy, and Kenya National Shipping Line to expand training and employment opportunities to Kenyans nationwide. The committee noted that while these institutions have trained 19,000 seafarers and recruited 5,041 to international shipping lines, with over 8,000 recruitment opportunities available, few Kenyans are aware of these opportunities.
10 May 2026 · Capital News →