Kenya Navy — military maritime service that intercepted a methamphetamine-laden vessel in October 2025 and leads coastal ecosystem restoration efforts.
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… We did not know much about how they play, so we focused on our strengths and ball possession, and it worked for us,” said Okunya.Bandari Queens began their campaign with a victory over Diani Queens before suffering a defeat against neighbouring Kenya Navy. …
Murang’a Seal Lionesses hold Bandari Queens to in MombasaThe Standard
… The 25, drawn from the Kenya Navy unit, had been slapped with life imprisonment by a Military court at Mtongwe Base in Mombasa County, after they were found guilty of deserting service between 2007 and 2008. …
Why court has set free 25 ex-soldiers jailed for life over desertionCitizen Digital
… The Coast Guard said it has already issued a Maritime Security Alert to vessel operators, urging them to maintain proper communication equipment and adequate safety gear while at sea. “KCGS is also undertaking joint flood-rescue simulation drills with the Kenya Navy, Kenya Wildli …
Kenya Coast Guard steps up readiness ahead of El Niño rainsThe Standard
… Subscribe to our newsletterFurther north, flash floods from surrounding highlands could endanger communities living along the Turkwel River and Lake Turkana.The service has also begun joint flood-rescue simulation drills with the Kenya Navy, Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and local …
Coast Guard puts rescue teams on standby as El Nino rains loomCapital News
… The destruction was witnessed by Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and senior National Police Service leadership, alongside officials from other security agencies including the Navy at Bamburi Cement Factory. …
Sh8.2bn meth haul incinerated under court supervision as 6 Iranians stand trialCitizen Digital
Inside Kenya Shipyards: How Kenya Navy engineers build modern boats and ships By Edward Chweya September 22, 2026 10:49 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize For decades, the waters of Lake Vict …
Inside Kenya Shipyards: How Kenya Navy engineers build modern boats and shipsThe Standard
… The beneficiaries, aged between 18 and 30, drawn from families of Kenya Army, Kenya Air Force, and Kenya Navy personnel, will undergo training at the Defence Technical College under a partnership between the Family Bank Group Foundation and the Military Wives Association of Kenya …
120 KDF dependents begin 12-week technical kills programmeCitizen Digital
… esses in June this year, with the final testimony delivered by the investigating officer, Inspector Shadrack Kemei of the Anti-Narcotics Unit, who told the court that investigations began on October 19, 2025, after the Anti-Narcotics Unit received intelligence that the Kenya Navy …
Six Iranians ordered to present defence in Ksh.8.2 billion meth trafficking trialThe Standard
… lulu, Mtopanga, Junda and Tudor’s Kaa Chonjo as flood-prone areas."We are still doing mapping of the areas with the help of assistant chiefs and village elders to ensure nobody will fall victim to floods during the El Niño in Mombasa," he said.Nassir was accompanied by Kenya Navy …
Mombasa County to forcefully evacuate residents in flood-prone areasThe Standard
… In the ladies’ section, Sylvia Gabil emerged winner with 39 points, followed by Rapthi De Silva on 38 points, beating Christine Ockotch to third slot.At Baobab, Cheboi scored 40 points to claim the Kenya Navy Commander’s (Maj.Gen Paul Otieno) trophy. …
Youngster Shah wins at Nyali ClubMurang'a Seal Lionesses drew 1-1 with Bandari Queens at Mbaraki Sports Ground in Mombasa on Sunday in a Women's National Super League match. Marianah Nakato gave Bandari Queens an early lead before Tecra Wayua equalised for Murang'a Seal in the 83rd minute.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Murang'a Seal Lionesses drew 1-1 with Bandari Queens at Mbaraki Sports Ground in Mombasa on Sunday in a Women's National Super League match. Marianah Nakato gave Bandari Queens an early lead before Tecra Wayua equalised for Murang'a Seal in the 83rd minute.
18 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The High Court in Mombasa has released 25 former Kenya Defence Force soldiers from the Kenya Navy who had been sentenced to life imprisonment by a Military court at Mtongwe Base for deserting service between 2007 and 2008.
9 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Coast Guard Service has stepped up preparedness for potential flooding and weather-related emergencies ahead of anticipated El Niño rains, strengthening operational readiness along Kenya's coastline, lakes and shared waterways. The Service is inspecting patrol boats and rescue equipment, positioning response teams in high-risk areas, stockpiling supplies, and establishing a dedicated Maritime Disaster Response Joint Operations Centre in Mombasa.
8 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Kenya Coast Guard Service is positioning rescue teams and vessels in flood-prone areas and inspecting equipment ahead of the October-December rainfall season, following severe flooding after the 2023 El Niño rains that killed more than 200 people and affected over 100,000 households.
8 October 2026 · The Standard →
A Sh8.2 billion methamphetamine consignment, more than 1,000kg seized during a maritime operation approximately 630 kilometres east of Mombasa in October 2025, has been incinerated under court supervision at Bamburi Cement Factory. Six Iranians stand trial over the seizure, which was intercepted from a stateless dhow during a multi-agency operation.
24 September 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
One hundred and twenty dependents of Kenya Defence Forces personnel aged 18–30 have begun a 12-week training programme in plumbing, electrical installation, and ICT skills at the Defence Technical College, under a partnership between Family Bank Group Foundation and the Military Wives Association of Kenya.
15 September 2026 · The Standard →
A Shanzu court has found six Iranians accused of trafficking over a tonne of methamphetamine valued at approximately Sh8.2 billion to have a case to answer. The magistrate ruled that the prosecution had established sufficient evidence to require the six accused persons to present their defence under the Criminal Procedure Code.
12 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Governor Abdulswamand Nassir said Mombasa County will forcefully move residents from flood-prone areas including Bombolulu, Mtopanga, Junda and Tudor's Kaa Chonjo to safer places ahead of expected El Niño rains. The county is mapping affected areas with help from assistant chiefs and village elders to prevent flood casualties.
8 September 2026 · The Standard →
Kanika Shah, aged 12, won the overall championship at a tournament at Nyali Golf & Country Club, with William Kaguta posting the best gross score of 74. In the men's category, Sanjay Kotecha won with 42 points, while Sylvia Gabil claimed the ladies' section with 39 points.
7 September 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto attended the 46th Kenya Defence Forces recruits pass-out parade at the Defence Forces Recruits Training School in Eldoret, marking the completion of basic military training for a new cohort and their transition into service as trained KDF members.
13 August 2026 · Capital News →
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 →
President William Ruto has made several changes to the Kenya Defence Forces, naming Major General John Maiso Nkoimo as Kenya Army Deputy Commander and promoting Brigadier Mohamud Salah Farah to Deputy Air Force Commander, among other appointments and promotions.
5 June 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Navy is spearheading mangrove planting campaigns to restore coastal ecosystems and support Kenya's target of planting 15 billion trees by 2032. In a single day at Tsunza in Kwale, volunteers planted 10,000 mangrove seedlings, with the Navy targeting eight million seedlings during the 2025/2026 financial year.
19 May 2026 · The Standard →
Reigning champions Kenya Pipeline whitewashed Kenyatta University 25-1, 25-2, 25-9, while former champions KCB defeated A-Plus 25-13, 25-16, 25-11 as play-offs lineup takes shape in the Kenya Volleyball Federation Women's National League.
10 May 2026 · The Standard →