Investor Magazine

Contents Techno City

Coastal Tourism

12 COAST HOTELS ADAPT IN BID TO 34A new techno city which
IMPROVE NEIGHBOURHOODS will be based on the Taita
Taveta County’s abundance
in minerals will be built
strategically between the two
parks –Tsavo East and Tsavo
West National Parks.

04 Welcome to Kenya’s first container freight 26 Oil, gas and lapsset project to benefit
station out of the port of Mombasa shippers

09 Mombasa county uses world bank study to 28 Is piracy on its death bed?
resuscitate service delivery 29 Kenya makes gains despite drawbacks
31 Coal power plant to be commissioned
10 Governor Joho chooses vision 2035 as his
latest Agenda in 2018

11 Kenya’s e-commerce deemed to explode 32 Kenya’s answer to regional
14 and offer new opportunities for Kenyan intergration
entrepreneurs
36 Taita Taveta Minerals
Tourism Q&A 39 Welcome to Malindi Town
40 Digital Boom
16 The confluence of interests that is the 41 Loss of friends is a painful excercise
kenya coast 42 Artists dominate LTC polls as Odotte wins

17 Mombasa Night life
18 Hotels in Mombasa

22 Mombasa places of intrest
24 Gigantic Moves made at Kenya Ports
Authority 43 Ten Balls hits the Mombasa circuit

THE KENYA COAST Dear Readers,
it gives
INVESTOR me great
MAGAZINE pleasure
to introduce to you 
MICHAEL KURIA MURITHI this first edition
CEO of the kenya coast
investor magazine.
NJUGUNA MUTONYA This is a publication
EDITORIAL DIRECTOR which  we as a team
have come together
PAUL MUMO to publish as we
FINANCIAL DIRECTOR feel that it is long
overdue.
CONTRIBUTORS The kenyan coast has alot to offer and is world
NJUGUNA MUTONYA reknown as one of the worlds favourite tourism
destination . With white sunny beaches, a friendly
SAM IKWAYE people, the kenyan coast is a kaleidescope of
TAITA TECNOCITY unmatched value.
NGUMBAO KIITHI However, the kenyan coast has much more to
offer than sunny white beaches. This region
WORLD BANK is filled with lots to offer to the business
MOMBASA COUNTY investor in terms of mining, agriculture,energy,
ANDREW MWANGURA manufacturing and many other sectors ofthe
economy. It is with this in mind that this
GRAPHIC AND DESIGN magazine was conceived to act as a guide for
RENSON MARK the regional and foreign investor  to the kenyan
coast.We are working hand in hand with all
SALES + MARKETING relevant stakeholders in the county Governments
INHOUSE and the private sector to ensure that this
publication fulfills its mission of bringing lots of
PUBLISHED BY SCOPE foreign investors to the region.
COMMUNICATION This publication will be a published quartely
every three months. We invite your company/
P O BOX 90146-80100 organization to come forth and advertise
TEL. 0722179203, your company products and services at very
competitive rates as we try to network you with
0722412339, 0723067174 major corporations globally. Distribution is being
[email protected] done regionally and internationally across the
[email protected] globe. Karibuni pwani la kenya which means
[email protected] welcome to the Kenyan coast..
all rights reserved
Michael Murithi
while the publishers have CEO. 
made every effort to ensure

the accuracy of
all information in this
magazine, they will not be

held responsible
for any errors therein.
articles are not necessarily

of the
publishers and the
publishers will not be held
accountable by any
unauthorized publication.

One and a half
years ago, me
and Mike met
in my house to
discuss about launching
a new Magazine to reflect
the new constitutional
changes which had given
us a radical diversion from
the national centered
agenda on development.
The discussions were hot
but eye opening and we
realized that we could
establish a magazine
that could delve into the devolution agenda where
all power would be centered on the Counties to
determine their fate.
It was a breakthrough of sorts and honestly what we
have discovered along the way is mind bending.
For example, are you aware that Taita Taveta County
is planning to build a new techno city which will be
based on the numerous amounts of gemstones which
have been exploited quack style by outsiders paying
minimal rates to the residents?
Or that a 4,000-acre piece of land is for sale previously
known as the Voi Plantation for billions of Shillings?
Lamu County is equally poised to start the first Coal
powered generation plant which might actually lead to
be the most productive power generation plant in the
country.
The country is on a bender and like the World Bank is
saying, things can only get better.
All this were hidden to the voters and as we decided
to go full scale, we realised that we were peeping to
issues that were never made Public before.
We want to welcome you to this new Quarterly
Magazine which we are sure you will be seeing more
and more.

Karibuni !

NJUGUNA MUTONYA
Editor

LOGISTICS

WELCOME TO KENYA’S

FIRST CONTAINER FREIGHT STATION OUT OF THE PORT OF MOMBASA

From the GM DESK

Compact freight systems Mission Mr. Peter Ng’ang’a,
was incorporated with General Manager, Compact Freight
the simple premise to To be the preferred Container
provide a modern, secure Freight Station in the region, System, Mombasa
and efficient transshipment with a global approach to The container freight stations
facility, with a container freight business, by creating a user {cfs} concept was first introduced
station { CFS},a customs bonded friendly environment coupled by the government, it was meant
warehouse and a motor vehicle with excellence and integrity. to create trans-shipment facil-
storage yard. Compact freight ities to decongest the port of
systems commands a leading Core Values Mombasa.
edge in provision of logistic Compact Freight System (CFS) is
services to shippers, clearing »»Service Excellence - To one such facility that has grown
and forwarding companies, bulk serve our customers com- to become a leading trans-ship-
importers/exporters and the petently, courteously and ment facility in Kenya.
general public at large. efficiently through continual COMPACT FREIGHT SYSTEM is
learning and positive work a modern, secure and efficient
Compact CFS is fully compliant attitude. transshipment facility, with a
with both Kenya Revenue »»Progressive Thinking – By container freight station (c.f.s), a
Authority {KRA}, the Kenya Port being proactive in embrac- customs bonded warehouse and
Authority {KPA},and Kenya bureau ing modern technologies. a Motor Vehicle Storage Yard.
of Standards (KEBS) regulations, »»Respect – We respect the COMPACT FREIGHT SYSTEM is the
and agreements respectively. feelings of our employees; most preferred Container Freight
appreciate their dignity, Station in the region.
We are the 3rd CFS to enter KPA time, effort and the need
nomination by providing capacity, to balance work and family Vision
capability, logistics systems, and life.
equipment required by industry »»Teamwork - To value To achieve business growth
regulator (KRA and KPA) to teamwork, harmony and and profitability by:-
undertake comprehensive CFS unity by being considerate
functions. to our colleagues and cus- »»Enhancing our operation-
tomers in our work relation- al standards to achieve op-
Compact CFS is already the first ships. erational excellence for the
and only strategically located CFS »»Integrity - Responsibility, benefit of our customers.
Our strategic location places us honesty and fairness in all »»Conducting our Core busi-
as the first CFS to be adjacent to our business ness in a safe and economi-
the SGR and the Ndongo-Kundu cally sustainable manner.
bypass making it easier in loading »»Engaging a diverse, in-
and evacuation of cargo destined novative & result-oriented
for up-country and beyond. work force.
»»Applying modern business
technologies & practices to
fit individual client needs.
»»Participating in public
social responsibility

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Core Services: sensors connected to an alarm system which supported by
back-up response. The compound is flood lit with overhead
1. Container storage & Handling (Full/ halogen lamps and is secured on a 24 hour basis by day and
Partial container Yard.) night guards.

2. Motor Vehicle import storage & MOTOR VEHICLE IMPORT STORAGE & TRANSFER.
Transfer.
Our yard boasts of a capacity of over 4000 motor vehicle units.
3. Transit Cargo(South Sudan) We handle both local and transit motor vehicle units. We boast
of the most efficient and safest vehicle transfer from the port.
4. Bulk & Loose Cargo Handling. This gives s us an edge over competition to deliver units to
our customers safer and faster. The vehicles are handled with
5. Ware housing. utmost care by our professional expertise during transfer from
the port to our yard
6. Out of Gauge cargo &Project Cargo.
We have engaged professional, qualified and highly
7. Reefer Cargo, (perishable & experienced port staff and drivers to ensure transfer the units
temperature –controlled cargo.) without damage or any mishandling whatsoever. Excellent
standards of motor vehicles security have been maintained
8. Export cargo Handling. to prevent theft or scratch of the units. The transfer is done
immediately after discharge from the vessels.
9. Electronic Weigh Bridge :-( Up to 120
Tons). Our yard is clearly paved, very spacious and well lit with
overhead lamps. We have trained staff who are on standby to
10. TRUCKS & EQUIPMENT (Reach assist the clients with any issues concerning their vehicles. Our
stackers/Top loader) yard has also separate container side and units’ side so as to
zero rate chances on damage risk of the units.
CONTAINER STORAGE &
HANDLING (FULL/PARTIAL
CONTAINER YARD)

We handle containerized cargo passing
through the port of Mombasa, on a direct
delivery basis. We undertake all cargo
documentation prior to arrival of the
vessel to facilitate the Cargo clearance
and removal from port..

We transfer manifested cargo from the
Port to Compact CFS pending clearance.

We are a one stop clearance hub with the
relevant government agencies including
Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), Kenya
Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and the Port/
Administration police located within the
CFS to facilitate quick clearance..

Full container loads are released to the
customers for transfer from the CFS to
their destinations.

Our CFS facility and container yard is
enclosed with a brick parameter wall
secured by an electric fence and motion

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Transit Cargo (South our warehousing service. Our equipment, experienced staffs
Sudan) In conjunction primary emphasis is on capacity and the necessary carriage to
with Panda Freight & availability, dependability, ensure priority delivery, safe and
Logistics security of cargo and efficient secure transfer of cargo of any
service tailored to meet client magnitude.
We are the preferred CFS in needs.
the region mandated by the The out of gauge cargo is cleared
Government of South Sudan The following constitutes an and insured and the suitable
to deal with all transit cargo indication of some of the mode of transport is chosen
destined to South Sudan. warehousing services available to deliver it to our yard safely
and securely.This is especially
BULK & LOOSE CARGO »» Bonded warehousing important since the movement
HANDLING. of the cargo may need staging
»» Container packing and and warehousing while at our
We receive consolidated unpacking CFS. Compact CFS provides
containerized Bulk and loose our customers with the unique
cargo and transfer them from »» Packing and crating services advantage of incorporating
port to the CFS storage area. We reliable logistics to ensure
undertake all documentation »» Full trailer and container services that deliver fast and
related to consolidated cargo in loading facility conveniently.
liaison with the clearing agents.
Containers are deconsolidated »» Storage, distribution and
and the cargo transferred to the consolidation for imports and
Less Container Load warehouses. exports

A sound and secure Warehouse »» Repacking and/or reworking
Management system is in use services
to ensure efficient inventory
management of the LCL. »» Long/short term storage
Hazardous cargo is stored contracts
separately and in accordance
to HAZMAT compatibility rules »» Rail access
LCL cargo is released to the
customers for onward transfer to »» Labeling and sorting services
their various destination.
»» Stock control and reporting
WAREHOUSING
»» 24 hour high tech CCTV
Our warehousing capacity is surveillance and secure facility
expansive with both bonded and for careful handling of cargo
free storage facilities available.
We pride ourselves in the high »» Fumigation of consignments
levels of service and quality of and fulfillment of sanitary
requirements.

OUT OF GAUGE CARGO &
PROJECT CARGO

We handle Out of gauge & Project
cargo and we have invested
heavily in specialized handling

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Reefer Cargo, (perishable & patrols and and wharf inspection staff.
temperature –controlled any other
cargo) movements PARTNERSHIPS
as required.
Compact CFS is fully equipped Our partners include KRA,
to handle reefer container since We have KPA, KEBS and other relevant
some cargo may be temperature a fleet of authorities. We co-operate with
sensitive and require reefer trucks which relevant authorities to ensure
containers. Compact CFS ensures are well integrity and world class services
that the required temperature managed to all our clients.
is constantly monitored and for ease of
maintained during transit to our transfer of Due to the integrity required to
yard and storage. containers. run a transshipment facility, the
Our licensing processes require a
Export cargo Handling equipment special application to be made to
& machinery the customs service department
Our Export cargo handling are serviced and repaired in- that closely examines the
includes: export consolidation, house since we have competent stability, integrity and strictness
documentation, and technical team who are on call of the security systems in place.
warehousing, container stuffing 24 hrs a day 7 days a week. We
as per the distribution plan, always ensure safety for our staff Only after rigorous inspections
customs clearance and port and clients. We also ensure safety and thorough evaluation of
handling to your satisfaction. of the goods we handle and compliance does customs service
that calls for optimum serviced department grant a license to
Electronic Weigh Bridge machines. operate a transit shed/cfs and
(Up to 120 Tons) customs bonded warehouses.
CUSTOMS BROKERAGE
Compact CFS facilities are PROCEDURE OF CONSIGNING
equipped with a modern weigh We assist both importers GOODS TO CFS
bridge weighing both axle and and exporters right from the
gross weight. execution of pre-shipment There are two ways in which
formalities to entry and clearance goods being imported into Kenya
TRUCKS & EQUIPMENT (Reach by customs and also payment can be consigned to CFS. The
stackers/Top loader) of port/harbor dues to the procedure is determined by two
release of goods. Our close circumstances: when the goods
Compact CFS has 5 modern Reach association and professionalism have not yet been shipped and
Stackers and forklifts which with customs authority assists when the goods have already left
assist in loading and offloading of in timely clearance, with good the port of landing.
containers and loose cargo. We communication channels and
also have a fleet of vehicles which proper documentation. Compact
are used for escort of containers freight services limited also
from the port to the CFS, security advices and offers and offers
information on various relevant
legislation, tariff schedules and
customs facilities as well as port
supervision and wharf inspection
services. We also provide tracked
shipment reports, investigation
and resolution of discrepant
damaged or short-landed cargo
claims as well as assist with
availability of port supervision

INVESTOR To ship your cargo through Compact CFS, indicate on the Bill
of Lading under goods description “In transit to”Compact CFS”

and email a copy of the B/L to: [email protected].

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MOMBASA COUNTY

Hon. Ali Hassan Joho,
Governor Mombasa County

Vision And Mission

SET MOMBASA COUNTY AS A VIBRANT MODERN REGIONAL COMMERCIAL HUB WITH A
HIGH STANDARD OF LIVING FOR ITS RESIDENTS

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MOMBASA Mombasa.

The study started on 1st September 2014 and
lasted for a year.

COUNTY USES Its objective is primarily to define a vision for
future growth and development of Mombasa
over the next 20 years as well as provide an
overall integrated physical framework for urban

WORLD BANK growth of Mombasa City.
This will help in providing the basis for
coordinated programming of projects and

STUDY TO budget.

According to the study population density in
Mombasa is higher compared to most of the

RESUSCITATE towns of Kenya and the scarcity of land leads to
more problems.
High densities and mix land use will reduce the
cost of infrastructure as well as
SERVICE
facilitate the operation of a viable public
transport system which will reduce the

environmental impact of urbanization.

DELIVERY There are various assumptions engendered the
first being that Population Growth pattern (e.g.
Mombasa has used a study financed by the rate of growth) will not vary significantly from
World Bank to divide the county into five the one they had adopted.
planning sectors to facilitate the provision of
services to the over 2 million populations. Rationale is to achieve a functional balance
between residential areas and community
Each sector is further sub divided into three or four facilities through creation of employment
sub sectors to ensure that services to the population centers which would increase per capita living
are adequately provided as per the Integrated Strategic space.
Urban Development Plan(ISUDP).
“ISUDP proposes to develop Mombasa as
compact, vibrant & transit oriented city

The Ali Hassan Joho led County Government has adopted establish a range of employment centers for
the plan from the World Bank funded Kenya Municipal economic growth, create affordable and quality
Programme which is expected to ease the pressure on homes as well as provide provide access to
service delivery. facilities and amenities.” It reads in part.

ISUDP provides direction for demarcation of It also proposes how to manage and improve
neighborhood, cluster, estates and facilities have the environment & infrastructure, conserve
been allocated as per population data considering natural and built heritage as well as develop
the geographical spread of existing and proposed public greens and protect biodiversity.
development.
It also offers guidelines on how to consolidate
The objective of the plan is to strengthen local and reserve land for future needs.
governance and improve urban service delivery.
In the division of sectors Old town is treated as
The project specifically wants to address the issues Heritage Zone while the Port area is treated as a
of physical planning and infrastructure services in Special Zone.

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GOVERNOR JOHO and modern road construction
built to international standards.
CHOOSES’ VISION 2035
But two years later, it was
AS HIS LATEST AGENDA reported in the media that
Oyugi Magwanga raised serious
Vision 2030 has lost its environmental friendly waste questions over the fulfillment of
flavor. I wonder if there management, and a number of that ambitious project.
are any Kenyan in high other unimaginable promises.
places and in the streets The reports stated that once the
who still get excited by sentences Watching the two documentaries Homa-Bay County government
containing the words Vision 2030. you cannot help but be signed the AgriCity deal with
mesmerized, just the same way Good Earth Power Limited (GEP),
Our media stopped telling us you were mesmerized when GEP decided to go underground
anything that’s happening Kibaki launched the Vision 2030 after being paid millions of
around Vision 2030 and we in 2008 and more recently when shillings in deposits.
(tech bloggers) also got tired of the Homa-Bay Governor Cyprian
waiting for key projects that were Awiti launched the now forgotten Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua
meant to be the technological shs 500 billion AgriCity. also unveiled the MachaCity,
foundation for Vision 2030 like an ambitious project that was
Konza City to take off. Mombasa I do not want to be pessimistic supposed to transform Machakos
County seems to have developed about the new vision for to a modern world class city
cold feet too hence came up with Mombasa, but if there is anything that looks exactly as shown
its own vision, Mombasa Vision we can learn from is the Homa- in this video. According to the
2035.Ahead of the launch of Bay County mega project, and timeline of MachaCity, by April
Mombasa Vision 2035 that will the MachaCity Ambitious Project 2015 Machakos was supposed
happened on 9th April 2016 at Machacity. to be like nothing we have ever
Mombasa Golf Club from 1.00 seen before. One year after
PM, Mombasa County sponsored We can learn of how quickly the the deadline, there is no news
the Mombasa Vision 2035 about MachaCity, but there are
documentary to air on NTV after Mombasa hundreds of news all over about
9 PM News Bulletin. If you missed Vision 2035 multi-million project launches,
the documentary, you can still get promises to multi-billion project launches,
it on YouTube. Another slightly deliver world class state and multi-million and billion
longer documentary covering of the art stadium to be corruption allegations most of
the same Mombasa Vision 2035 built around Mombasa- them coming from the mouth of
by World Folio was published on Malindi highway, modern Governor Mutua himself.
April 7th that you can also get on world class rail network
YouTube linked to the Standard Mombasa Vision 2035 has not
Gauge Railway, improved been rushed like the Homa-
The two documentaries reveal roads that includes Bay County AgriCity that was
the great vision Governor Joho bridges that link the launched hardly two months
has for the coastal city. Covering island with Likoni after Governors took their oaths
the areas of infrastructural of office nor the MachaCity that
development, education, health, the two projects were forgotten. came seven months after the
recreation and sport, Mombasa By June 2013, Homa-Bay County oaths were taken. Since Mombasa
Vision 2035 promises to deliver residents and the rest of the Vision 2035 is being launched
world class state of the art country were very excited three years after Governor
stadium to be built around over the AgriCity that would Joho took office, and given that
Mombasa-Malindi highway, have come with construction Mombasa Vision 2035 is a vision
modern world class rail network of 50,000 houses, 500 nutri- that spans for two decades and
linked to the Standard Gauge domes together with recreation not the 18 months of MachaCity,
Railway, improved roads that areas, clean power generation, we can assume that the creators
includes bridges that link the clean water purification, sewage of Mombasa Vision 2035 put in
island with Likoni, 381,519 treatment, waste management, serious thoughts in coming up
housing units to meet the modern communication networks with the blueprint Mombasa
projected housing demand including internet and satellite TV Vision 2035.
that will result from population
growth that will be approximately As Governor Joho launches the
2.3 million by 2035, better health Mombasa Vision 2035 later today,
facilities, recreational parks, we do wish him all the best and
may his well intentioned blueprint
survive the murky waters of
politics that will splash between
now and the year 2035.

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Kenya’s e-commerce
deemed to explode and
offer new opportunities
for Kenyan entrepreneurs

Kenya’s e-commerce market is take place via smartphones and entrepreneurs to interact with
primed for major growth in mobile broadband because of customers, while affordable,
the next five years as mobile low fixed-line and PC penetration. packaged offerings like Sage
internet performance continues However, the mobile experience Online Tools make it easy to
to improve, a proposed national has improved dramatically in construct and launch a marketing
addressing system comes into recent years and it has become and mobile-ready e-commerce
existence, and people become simple and enjoyable to shop site.
more comfortable with digital from a smartphone. With mobile
transactions. money providers like M-PESA now What’s more, mobile functionality
adding APIs for smartphones to on iOS, Android and Windows
That’s according to Dr. Rutendo their products, they are opening smartphones for Sage solutions
Hwindingwi, divisional director for up a range of new m-commerce can empower Small & Medium
Sage East and West Africa, who applications and services. Businesses to mobilize their
says that Kenya’s enthusiastic business processes. These
adoption of person-to-person “This is particularly significant mobile applications put customer
mobile payments creates a solid given the low penetration of and employee information in the
base for the growth of mobile credit and debit cards in Kenya palm of a sales representatives’
and electronic commerce. “We’re – a factor that has inhibited hand and enable him or her to
seeing more and more Kenyans e-commerce. Kenyans excluded take customer facing processes
go online, thanks to cheaper from the formal banking system truly mobile – anytime, anywhere.
smartphones and mobile data,” have lacked safe, easy and
he adds. “Combine that with convenient ways to pay and be For example, visualize being
Kenyans’ comfort with electronic paid,” he says. “We hope to see able to immediately check stock
transactions after years of using mobile wallet solutions come levels while standing next to a
mobile data, and we can expect to market that make it easy customer who found the business
to see digital shopping and for customers to make digital online, from a mobile device,
commerce really start to take off.” payments.” then placing an order, running an
invoice and accepting a payment
According to the Communications Another significant factor is the – with all of these functions
Authority of Kenya, the Kenya’s Communications Authority of happening simultaneously via the
e-commerce market was worth Kenya’s commitment to creating cloud to sync with the accounting
around Ksh.4.3 billion in 2014. a robust national address system package.
But with internet penetration in the short to medium term. Up
of 82.6% and 35.5 million users until now, the lack of an efficient “The future is mobile and at Sage
(according to the authority), address system has made it we are giving our customers
Kenya is one of the African difficult for couriers to deliver the power to grow and manage
countries best placed for a goods bought online to their their businesses from the palm
digital commerce explosion, says customers’ hands. of their hand. Consumers are
Dr. Hwindingwi. Sh3billion in mobile ready and want to use
mobile transactions already take Kick-starting e-commerce convenient mobile services to pay
place in the country each day, ventures and interact with the companies
according to statistics from the they do business with,” says Dr.
Communications Authority. Dr. Hwindingwi says that Small Hwindingwi. “Given the incredibly
& Medium Businesses are as high mobile readiness of Kenyans,
Mobile-first able to take advantage of the e-commerce and m-commerce
digital commerce wave as larger are bound to grow in leaps and
Dr. Hwindingwi says that most businesses. Platforms such bounds in the next few years.”
digital transactions in Kenya will as Facebook make it easy for

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TOURISM

COAST HOTELS ADAPT IN BID TO

IMPROVE NEIGHBOURHOODS

Coastal hotels have shifted their social entrepreneurial practices.
focus from just making money
and opted for a collaborative Social entrepreneurship which is an
effort in which they attempt emerging discipline within many business
to improve the lives of those who stay schools is defined as an innovative, social
around them. value creating activity that can occur
within or across the non-profit, business
This has proven to be both beneficial and and public sectors.
appropriate to the business community
as well as the neighbours. The relatively new concept is easily
confused with corporate social
This is contained in a study done responsibility (CSR) by many.
by hospitality experts Sam Ikwaye,
who is the Executive Officer of the It is the conscious integration of social,
Kenya Association of Hotel Keepers cultural, environmental programs into
and Caterers Coast branch. the entrepreneurial programmes rather
than an occasional public relation
The others include John Ogembo is exercise as practiced in Corporate Social
currently a lecturer at the South Eastern Responsibility (CSR).
Kenya University (SEKU) and Mrs.
Bernadett Kiarie who is a PhD student at This is done by pursuing the economic
Kenyatta University. needs of the hotelier while at the
same time teaching the villagers basic
The overall objective of this study was to entrepreneurial skills and responsibilities
determine the extent to which operators so that at the end of it all everyone is a
in the hospitality industry within the winner.
coastal tourism circuit have embraced
Social entrepreneurship which is an

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emerging discipline within many business schools in pursuance of social entrepreneurship.

is defined as an innovative, social value creating This is expected to provide empirical basis for the
activity that can occur within both the public and development of social entrepreneurship and to
private sector. contribute to the theoretical debate in the concept

It is a dynamic process undertaken by proactive especially the developing country context.

entrepreneurs who are both adventurous and There were 80 out of 120 hospitality operators
driven to create new ventures which influence social within Mombasa, Kwale, Kilifi and Taita Taveta
and policy reform. counties are registered members of Kenya

The process according to some researchers is Association of Hotelkeepers and Caterers (KAHC).

prompted to by the need to implement business “We have for example signed sexual offences

models that make profitability and social contracts with some hotels to ensure they do not

responsiveness converge in engage in the vice, we

a conflict ridden business some hotels like Whitesands have agreed with most
environments.. hotels on the basic

It for instance conceives and others have agreed minimum wages and

social entrepreneurs with the local communities salaries of their workers
as persons with the to supply them with fish and food. and some hotels like
ability to make a favorable That is what we mean by social Whitesands and others
impact within the business
have agreed with the

and socio-economic entrepreneurship local communities to
environment. supply them with fish

This is in contrast by and food .That is what
the emergence of philanthropy where wealthy we mean by social
entrepreneurs have implemented venture entrepreneurship.” Sam Ikwaye of the KAHC told
capitalism approaches to spur and support social Investor Magazine recently.

change. Lastly the study set out to establish the challenges

Some researchers have identified the relevance that hospitality industry operator’s encounter in the
of leadership and pointed out the need for value course of their operations in seeking to achieve the
creation alongside efficiencies in management and set targets.

decision-making. The findings show that a considerable proportion of

There is growing evidence to show that attempts hospitality industry players within the coastal tourist
by researchers globally to document social circuit in Kenya have to some degree embraced
entrepreneurial practices in various sectors of the social entrepreneurial practices.

economy could be bearing fruit. This according to some of them has not only

However, although there are a few studies on social improved their level of interaction with local
entrepreneurship in the hospitality and tourism communities but also generally impacted the
sector, most of the studies are focused on the way they do business which is a move in the right
hospitality industry in developed contexts. direction particularly in fostering the relationship
between the investors and the community around
Very little is known about the hospitality industry them.
in the less developed countries, specifically

Kenya which calls for more empirical research in

developing countries.

This will obviously further the understanding of the
concept and what the hospitality entities are doing

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Question and Answer with Mr. Sam Ikwaye, KAHC
Interview by Ngumbao Kiithi

Can we start with the issue of numbers? How many At the moment, we are doing badly with few,
tourists visited Kenya last year? What are the almost no international brands. The ongoing
trends and are we improving? national classification has made some investors
set aside resources to refurbish and improve the
Get this from KTB website, it is more authoritative. The
trend is that more and more Kenyans and Africans
are beginning to travel internally, and this is the
sustainable route to tourism growth.

What is our ultimate vision for the industry?

Currently all the industry envisions is to attain
recovery. Nairobi and upcountry could be having other
agendas but for coast, we are seeking recovery and
growth of tourism numbers.

The Big Five have controlled the Tourist Sector for
far too long. What new projects have we evolved
that can improve the sector?

There is a new crop of local investors who have
come in to fill the gaps arising from the changing
customer expectations and need. Modern middle
class is happier in apartment setup or hybrid models
that give them flexibilities and comfort as they enjoy
their holiday. Also, in coast region, we are beginning
to see the emergence of night life, though not to
magnitudes experienced in Nairobi and Naivasha or
nakuru. Entertainment is one touristic offer we did
not plan properly to include in our model and if there
is one thing I could change, is incorporate quality
entertainment in the recovery efforts.

What plans exist to improve the infrastructure
and the basic facilities at the Coast so that we can
claim our just dues from the industry?

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existing infrastructure. The ongoing TOURISM
national investments in infrastructure are
expected to make coast more accessible who insists that tourism is a foreign
and upon completion, many more concept with nothing to offer the
tourists are expected. majority of Kenyans?
Tourism has become diversified and For this question, refer to the following
brought on board aspects like Eco link: and email send to you. International
Tourism, Cultural Tourism and even Journal of Humanities Social Sciences
Historical Tourism. Where are we on and Education (IJHSSE) Volume 3, Issue
these fronts and how soon can we talk 2, February 2016, PP 115-121 ISSN
of a change of tact 2349-0373 (Print) & ISSN 2349-0381
We seem to be lacking a national strategy (Online) www.arcjournals.org
towards embracing these new models
of business. We have not attracted Terrorism has been bad bait for the
serious investors on these fronts despite tourist sector from the cancellations
the massive potential of the region. and empty beds. Have we managed to
Those tasked with Productprofiling and convince the markets that we are safe?
development have not moved out of
their comfort zones….this explains why This is a global challenge and we have
almost each vocational hotel today is stopped looking at it as a Kenyan
putting up a conference facility and not problem and we are happy with all the
quick to match the other facilities to suit a initiatives in place.
business traveler.
Can you honestly say that Tourism is What are your projections for the
benefiting Kenyans and what statistics industry today? What should we expect
can you offer to debunk the nay Sayers in the future?

INVESTOR With government incentives and
the expected creation of tourism
Professionals Association as envisioned in
the Tourism Act and Tourism Regulatory
authority, we are looking at a new way of
thinking and managing this sector that for
the longest time has been on auto pilot

The Coast possesses numerous avenues
for change of the Character of Tourism
in Kenya but we seem stuck on the
comfort zones of Beach and Big Five?
When do we start moving to establish
new areas which will increase the take
for the common mwananchi so that he
can start to own the industry?

Counties have been a big let down and
TPA will help unlock this potential

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TOURISM

THE CONFLUENCE Malindi to take care of local and international
their residents who have conferences which
OF INTERESTS swamped the town as have increased with the
wealthy Italians like the implementation of the
THAT IS THE Formula one king Flavio devolution principle.
Briatore has set up camp The beaches of Nyali,
KENYA COAST there accompanied Vipingo, Kikambala and
by many who race his Shanzu are home to a
The mystery of the Coast is derived from years cars like the legendary wide range of World
of history tinged with explorers from as far Michael Schumacher all Class resorts with fine
as Egypt, China, and then the Middle East
even before the Portuguese and much later set up holiday homes in cuisine and services.
the British set foot here. Even today, the Coastline Malindi. In the towns,
is home to the widest ranging of cultural influences Kilifi before Malindi has numerous services
drawn from the region and further afield. Apart from seen the last dregs of like Discotheques,
the geographical interests that the settlers poses British colonialists still live Bands and many
, there is the natural vegetation that comprises of enjoying the last days as sporting events occupy
the palm fringed pristine beaches that continue to the locals who resisted the residents as they
attract people from all over the world coming to them all through raise meet with their Kenyan
taste the rare cultural cuisines borne of the years of the cudgels again counterparts and learn
migratory habits . Today, Mombasa is ringed with demanding the vast Kiswahili the national
Balkan interests from the Central of Europe, the lands which were language of the country.
Chinese who have lately made a comeback as well as taken by them and Hakuna Matata!
the British who armed with Jomo Kenyatta’s promise other collaborators and Jambo Bwana!
decided to stay as they were assured of their safety like the Mazrui family are almost acquiring
in the newly Independent country. of Takaungu. But international finesse as
Being laid open to the international shipping lines, most importantly is all who come here must
the Kenyan Coastline is as open to all who wish to the fact that the Coast learn them for effective
stay there as well as the locals who thrive there continues to attract communication.
providing all manner of services from shipping thousands of tourists The peaceful beach
to the nascent tourism as well as the commercial and settlers pulled in havens of Mtwapa and
ventures of the Arabs and more recently the by the hospitable and Takaungu offer an ideal
upcountry communities who have no fear of calling legendary hospitality of escape from the outside
the Coast home. Apart from the influences of the the locals as well as the world, with endless
open Indian Ocean which straddles the borders many beach frontages deserted beaches.
of Southern Somalia to the Northern edges of the that characterize the The offshore reefs are
Tanzanian republic to the South, the long Coastline region. alive with coral, myriad
has evidenced a history of tumult as different The numerous parks fish, sea turtles and
nationalities fought to keep their interests safe. from Shimba Hills to the dolphins. Both outer
Today, modern seafarers enter the port of Mombasa vaster Tsavo National and inner reef walls
irrespective of their origin as the country which Park in Taita continue offer world class diving
undertook a capitalist system at independence to draw in thousands of with spectacular coral
struggles to survive in the engendered political visitors as the five star gardens and drop offs,
system which has resulted in the country becoming beach hotels attract and Kenya’s best wreck
the largest economy in the region. Shipping earns people from all over diving on the MV Dania.
the country enough foreign currency as doe’s the world as well as
tourism which despite the recent hitches in the
country continues to thrive to a point of emerging
as a leader in the economic ramifications that
determine the country’s trends.
The Kenya Coast continues to attract hordes of
visitors from all over the country many of whom
have chosen the country as their home with
settlements in the South Coast at Diani where
Germans feel at ease and much further North in
Mtwapa where again Germans , French , Italian find
a reason to settle. In Malindi, the majority of Italians
have settled there making even their language a
must learn for the locals who do business with them.
The Government of Italy has set up a Consulate in

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FEATURE

MOMBASA NIGHT LIFE
Mombasa has an enchanting night life
courtesy of the numerous Night Clubs girl and she catches your eye, it’s no guarantee that
strewn along the beaches and the towns. she will not hook you on the way to the gents. You
On a normal day, you can dance to can be excused though, for these are some of the
Rumba, in a night club, do rock n roll in another best looking girls I ever saw. There are also girls that
dance to Bango if Mzee Ngala is in town and possibly dance on the bar, and a sexy floorshow that does its
do Ohangla or Mugithi to cap it all. best, given the limited space.
Most of the night clubs provide meals and depending
on where you are you could feed on Octopus, Beef, Casablanca Nightclub
Crabs, Prawns, variety of chicken dishes. This are the
top joints in Mombasa; Casablanca is probably

the best nightclub in

Mombasa. It’s located

in the city centre. So

if you are staying in

Il Covo Bamburi Beach you

Il Covo is a nightclub have to take a taxi or a
and a restaurant with
Italian and Japanese Matatu (small minibus)
cuisine. The night club
is know to be a place for to get home at night. The
tourists where you can
listen to western/mzungu nightclub is in two floors,
in Bamburi Beach.
with bars and private rooms in the

first floor, and disco and an “open air balcony” on the

second floor. You can eat and drink in the middle of

music. It’s located the night.

Cheers bar Bob’s

Cheers bar is an open air bar located near the BOBS was started many years
Bamburi beach. There is
no entrance fee and the ago by clever hotel
beer and food is cheaper
here. You can sit with the keepers. Bobs
locals and watch football
from the flatscreen on contains within
the wall. Cheers bar is
according to some local it “Murphys Irish
people a hangout place for
Pub” a modern Pub
women.
which attracts a lot

of middle class gents

and ladies. The local

band performs live,

both African and pop music,

and they are talented musicians.I was in particularly

Florida CLub fascinated by local boyz and girls who have rythm in

New Florida Nightclub & their blood. .We were here second night after ariving
Casino Mama Ngina
Drive, overlooking to Kenya with a group of friends from our hotel and
the ocean. It is about
2 Km drive from the the local couple who showed us around giving all of
center of the city. The
Disco is roomy and big. us a great time.The terrace is a free for all and there

This place is crowded are snacks and cocktails to go with whatever one
with dancers during the
weekends. It has a nice feels like. At one time, they used to serve crabs and
terrace which extends to
the sea and little away from the thumping music. lobsters for free.
Florida Nightclub WOW!!! When I die I want my
ashes scattered here! Big enough for 2 sound Club Rio
systems, several bars, lots of nooks and crannies,
and some very beautiful girls. But! Go with a girl An African bon homie package exists
from anywhere if you don’t want to be hassled all especially on Weekends
night, and even then, should you look at a working when they invite a live
band. It is a lively clubIt
is a sister club to the
Casablanca but because
of its closeness to the city

centre, you will find many
more people going there
for meals during the day.

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HOTELS IN

Voyager Beach Resort
This ship-themed resort features spacious rooms with a

balcony offering views of the lush gardens or Indian Ocean.

It has a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool.

PrideInn Nyali
Located 14 km from Moi International Airport and 7
km from the city centre in Mombasa, PrideInn Nyali
provides free WiFi, an on-site restaurant, as well as an

outdoor pool.

Ocean View Nyali - Boutique Hotel
Located 10 minutes’ walk from the City Mall, Ocean View
Nyali Boutique Hotel in Mombasa offers sea views, an
outdoor pool and a restaurant. The hotel is 3 km from
Mombasa Beach.

Reef Hotel
Situated 400 meters from Mombasa Beach and
surrounded by tropical gardens, this family-run resort
offers 3 restaurants, 4 bars and a large outdoor pool.

pool.

Royal Court Hotel
Showcasing an outdoor pool and sauna, Royal Court
Hotel is located in Mombasa. Guests can enjoy the on-site
restaurant. Certain rooms feature a sitting area for your
convenience.

Best Western Plus Creekside Hotel INVESTOR
Featuring a swimming pool, a fitness center, and
grounds with a waterfall, fountain and fishpond, BEST
WESTERN PLUS Creekside Hotel is along Tudor Creek in

Mombasa.

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N MOMBASA
Sentrim Castle Royal Hotel
Centrally located in the Mombasa city centre and 25
minutes’ drive away from Moi Airport, Sentrim Castle
Royal Hotel features spacious rooms, a restaurant and a
24-hour front desk.pool.

Bahari Beach Hotel
Bahari Beach Hotel is situated along the palm-fringed Nyali
Beach in Mombasa and features an outdoor swimming
pool and a spa and wellness centre. The Nyali Golf Club is 5
minutes’ drive away.

EnglishPoint Marina
Hotel Englishpoint is located in Mombasa, 1.9 miles from

Nyali Beach and 0.6 miles from Fort Jesus. Guests can
enjoy the on-site bar. Free private parking is available on

site.

Travellers Beach Hotel
This 4 star hotel is in Bamburi Beach, 6 miles from the
center of Mombasa. It features a large lagoon-style
outdoor pool and 4 restaurants.

Pa Pweza Adamsville Beach Suites
Set on Bamburi Beach, Pa Pweza Adamsville Beach
Suites offers accommodation with an outdoor pool
in Mombasa. There is a restaurant and bar on the

property, as well as a children’s playground.

INVESTOR Serena Beach Resort & Spa
Right on the white sandy beach of Shanzu, Serena Beach
Hotel & Spa offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean.
Guests can dine next to the outdoor pool in the extensive
tropical gardens.

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Amani Tiwi Beach Resort
Amani Tiwi Beach Resort is a breathtaking Five star resort
located at Mombasa’s South Coast at Tiwi 20 km south of
Mombasa near Diani Beach, offering a beautiful blend of
eco, African and Swahilli influences in design.

Leisure Lodge Resort
Your ideal vacation starts the minute they welcome you
to their one of a kind resort. Overlooking the turquoise

Indian Ocean, The Leisure Lodge Resort enjoys a
tranquil setting along Diani’s beautiful, unspoiled beach.

Leopard Beach Resort & Spa
Voted Kenya’s Leading Resort 2010 & 2011 at the World
Travel Awards, Leopard Beach Resort & Spa has a
reputation for excellence.

Diani Reef Beach Resort
Nestled in the pristine white sands of the South Kenyan

coastline and overlooking the turquoise blue Indian
Ocean, the exclusive Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa.

Jacaranda Indian Ocean Beach Resort
Make dreams come true at the Exclusive Indian Ocean
Beach Resort. Located on a pristine white sandy beach,
amid swaying coconut palm groves, the resort offers a
perfect setting for a relaxed and tranquil holiday.

Baobab Beach Resort & Spa INVESTOR
Located on the world famous Diani Beach, The Baobab
Beach Resort and Spa is set within 80 acres of tropical

gardens, overlooking the Indian Ocean. An oasis of
tranquility and serenity.

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Swahili Beach Resort
This unique hotel offers a harmonious blend of the
architectural influences from the East African coast,

Arabia, India, and Zanzibar that have fused over
millennia to create the vibrant Swahili culture.

Diani Sea Lodge
The Diani Sea Lodge is situated on Diani Beach, 35 km
south of the exotic port city of Mombasa

Neptune Paradise Beach Resort & Spa
The Neptune Paradise Beach Resort & Spa is set in a
beautiful tropical garden. The 92 rooms are in makuti
roofed cottages bungalows with only 4 rooms per unit.

Almanara Luxury Villas
Almanara Luxury Resort is located in Diani Beach, south
of Mombasa, Kenya on the east coast of Africa on a 25 km
stretched beach along the coastline, pearl white sands
and lush green forests provide a backdrop of serenity that
defines paradise.

Pine Wood Beach Resort & Spa
Pin winning boutique hotel, located at the Diani,
Ukunda, South Coast Mombasa, where natural beauty
and inspired design are merged to create the perfect

romantic destination.

INVESTOR Papillon Lagoon Reef Hotel
Papillon Lagoon Reef is located on Diani beach, widely
considered to be Kenya’s most beautiful beach. The hotel
is built in traditional Swahili style, and nestles within exotic
gardens, where colobus monkeys populate ancient baobab
trees.

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MOMBASA Fort Jesus
PLACES OF
INTEREST This is obviously Mombasa’s main picking as
a Tourism bait and through it you can gauge
Mombasa’s ancient History , the wars , the

revolts , the rebellions and yes ! the long years of
intermarriages. It was built by the Portuguese during
the 16th century but the Arabs took over the fort
when they came to Mombasa.
Fort Jesus has ancient canons on the inside and
some brass ones in the entry yard and today
serves as a venue for local events and hosts many
research programs like Conservation Lab, Education
Department and an Old Town Conservation Office.
The Friends of Fort Jesus – a local study group
has been meeting there for years and cocktails,
dinners and has hosted unique guests as well as the
500 years celebrations which were hosted by the
National Museums of Kenya.

The Old Town Mombasa Tusks

The Old Town of Mombasa reflects an era when This is a unique landmark for Mombasa which were
the town was under the Middle Eastern Asiatic built as a tribute to Queen Elizabeth when she visited
influence which is visible by just looking at Mombasa in 1952 to take on a Kenyan Safari.
the architecture and basic Arab culture and cuisine This was just before her coronation as Queen of the
which dominates the place. The Language, a mixture British Commonwealth.
of Swahili and Arabic and most recently Hindu goes a The British Empire and the Queen both pay homage
long to show the deep history of the Old Town. to the intersecting tusks forming the letter ‘M’ for
It’s ancient which conjure artistic designs reflecting Mombasa. It occupies the road from the port to the
the history of the region which is more so reflected town Centre where most institutions, like hospitals,
within its boutiques and shops which sell a range of banks, schools and markets are.
products from the Bui Bui to the vast array of spices
which the Middle East is famous for.
A walk through the Old town where narrow streets
sometimes forbid drivers from accessing the shops
is a worthwhile experience but the good thing is that
security is so pervasive that wherever you park your
car its most likely safe.
This part of town also houses the Fort Jesus –the
Portuguese fort built at the turn of the 15th Century
and which formed the real defense of the European
invaders for several centuries despite several
breaches. Walking through the Old Town is one
of the most appreciable gifts in Mombasa as you
wallow in the scents of the spices marking the area
and it is never possible to see the Old Town from a
car. GET OUT AND WALK

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A .C. De SOUZA (Kilindini Bar-1908)

This is presumably the first bar in Kenya which has Bamburi Nature Trail
been running under the same family name for the Also known as Haller Park Trail, Bamburi Nature
last 108 years. Trail is a quarry rehabilitation project with the
De Souza as is commonly called by the revelers help of Bamburi Portland Cement Company. Many
many of whom combine intellectualism at various interesting species are living within the grounds
levels and business acumen is obviously the most of the compound. There are African buffaloes,
interesting artifact of the previous years which brings waterbuck, eland, Oryx, porcupine, Aldabra tortoises,
a bunch of fellows together for nothing else but a crocodiles, monkeys and birds.
drink. The reforestation project features various vegetative
On the walls of the archaic bar complete with stools species like Casuarina, Conocarpus, Algaroba, Neem,
so worn the various steps have turned into blades, Fig and other Indigenous Species.
hang adverts as old as 1927 when Castle Lager was
the only beer available in the colonial Kenya.
On a regular day you will find Arabs, Asians, Africans
and the local Swahili’s intermingling without any
hustles while many Europeans dying to remember
the ancient days when they were a favored
community still come.
It is reported that Ernest Hemmingway, the great
writer came to quench his thirst there after his
episodic journeys into the Tsavo and Taveta when he
wrote The Snows of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
There were attempts to relive the happenings
of those times when even the owner of the bar
could not swallow a drink because the place was
recognized as a Whites only Bar but the plans to
organize a festival died at the turn of the centenary
in 2008 in mysterious circumstances.
Many drinkers come to view it as a memorial in the
place of artifact rich Mombasa and pay homage to it
as possibly the first bar in Mombasa if not Kenya.
Karibuni!

Mamba Village Gede Ruins
Another tourist stop is the Mamba Village. This is The Gede ruins that lie to the North coast of
a crocodile farm, with camel and horseback riding Mombasa towards the town of Malindi lays some of
activities. Visitors can enjoy interacting with animals, the most historic ruins found in Mombasa. Built of
as well as benefit from the garden path that leads rocks, Gede was a small town that was inhabited by a
to the floral and plants collection. There is also a few thousand Swahili people.
marine aquarium, carnivorous species and snakes Ruled by a very rich Sultan, today only the ruins have
on display. remained that date back from the 15th century and
thus attracts the tourists.
Preserved as a National Museum, these ruins
are a direct reflection of the commitment of the
Government to sustain the country’s cultural and
historical background.
It presents itself as a historical Arab-African town
which is one of the many remnants of the gone era
and is perhaps the only one open for public visitors.

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SHIPPING

GIGANTIC MOVES MADE AT

When the Mv Busan KPA Managing Director Catherine Mturi
Trader entered the
port of Mombasa to larger ships and later the construction of an access road
on its maiden construction of berth 19 that was to the second container terminal
call recently, it was marking a commissioned in 2013 to increase and the ongoing construction of
milestone not only for the port cargo handling capacity. the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR)
but also for the entire hinterland. The channel was dredged to 15 at the port would hasten cargo
It was marking the beginning metres and the turning basin evacuation and ensure there
of the new terminal operations widened to 300 meters at its was no congestion. Congestion
which started on April 25th narrowest point. “KPA has been at the port has put government
2016 which is being evidenced expanding the port ahead of under immense pressure over the
with major infrastructural demand in line with global years prompting the constitution
arrangements ahead to meet maritime changes as shipping of scale. Shipping lines prefer
anticipated cargo growth. lines deploy larger ships to deploying ships to hub ports
The Sh26 billion phase one of the explore benefits of economies as opposed to feeder ports,”
project comprises berth number ship turning basin at the cost of Mr. Osero explained.
20 and 21 and adds some 550,000 about Sh6 billion to allow access According to Mr. Osero, the recent
Twenty Foot Equivalents (TEUS) to to larger ships and later the construction of an access road
the shipping facility. construction of berth 19 that was to the second container terminal
The second terminal is being commissioned in 2013 to increase and the ongoing construction of
constructed on 100 hectares with cargo handling capacity. the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR)
a capacity to handle 1.5 Million The channel was dredged to 15 at the port would hasten cargo
TEUS per annum on completion. metres and the turning basin evacuation and ensure there
This terminal will provide an widened to 300 meters at its was no congestion. Congestion
additional 900 metres of quay narrowest point. “KPA has been at the port has put government
length and three berths of expanding the port ahead of under immense pressure
300meters each. It is jointly demand in line with global over the years prompting the
funded by the Japanese maritime changes as shipping constitution of multi-agency and
International Corporation Agency lines deploy larger ships to 24-hour operations to improve
(JICA) and the Government of explore benefits of economies service delivery. As a result, port
Kenya, affirming Mombasa port of scale. Shipping lines prefer dwell time has been reduced
as one the five biggest ports in deploying ships to hub ports from 4.9 days in 2013 to 3.4
Africa. as opposed to feeder ports,” days by March this year. Under
The port has also been on Mr. Osero explained. the single customs territory,
a continuous acquisition of According to Mr. Osero, the recent clearance and revenue collection
modern cargo and ship handling
equipment which has helped
improve operational efficiency
at the port. For instance,
deputy president William Ruto
commissioned 12 rubber tyred
gantry cranes and three ships
to shore gantry cranes are
scheduled to be commission at
the end of this year. Kenya Ports
Authority (KPA) public relations
manager Mr. Bernard Osero
says the port already has seven
ships to shore gantry cranes and
the commissioning of additional
three would bring the number
to 10 making it one of the best
equipped ports in the region.
Mr. Osero traces the major
developments at the port to the
dredging of the channel and
ship turning basin at the cost of
about Sh6 billion to allow access

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KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY

KPA has for handling grains, cement, “As I assume leadership for a third
titanium and fluorspar; cruise time, I want to assure members
that we change the perception of
been ships are received at berths 1 and being militant through strikes by
embracing dialogue,” Sang told
expanding 2. The Authority is responsible some of the cheering 5,800 union
the port for the management of the Port members.
of Mombasa and other smaller KPA developed a 25-year Master
Plan in 2004 and updated it in
ahead of demand seaports including: the Old Port in 2009 to provide an integrated
development plan for the port
in line with global Tudor creek, Funzi, Kilifi, Kiunga, and all other port facilities in the
maritime changes as Lamu, Malindi, Mtwapa, Shimoni country, including development
and Vanga. KPA also manages of a Special Economic Zone at
an area near the port known as
shipping lines deploy Inland Container Depots in Dongo Kundu.
Nairobi, Eldoret and Kisumu and This master plan remains the
larger ships to explore has liaison offices in Kampala key guiding document for
benefits of economies (Uganda), Kigali (Rwanda) and infrastructure development and
investment at the port as well
of scale Bujumbura (Burundi) that cater as development of all other port
facilities. Currently, the new drive
by transit importers for transit countries. Kisumu at the port is to construct the
and governments Lake Port is also now under KPA’s country’s first cruise ship terminal
respectively is done at mandate. which is expected to boost tourist
the port which is the first The second and third phases of arrivals. KPA and Trademark East
point of entry, in tandem the second container terminal Africa will fund the project at a
with the international are set to begin soon after KPA cost of Sh200 million, according to
best business practices. and the Japan International Tourism Cabinet Secretary Najib
Cargo throughput at Cooperation Agency (Jica) signed a Balala.
the port has increased Sh27 billion aid agreement. “We expect to conduct the
from 13.28 million to Phase II will involve construction ground-breaking ceremony by
26.73 million metric tons of berth number 22 which will October this year at berth number
in 2015 reflecting a 100 percent give additional capacity of about one and open the terminal by end
growth. The port attained 1 450,000 TEU’s. of 2017,” explained Mr. Balala.
million TEU’s in December 2014 Construction is expected to The Tourism ministry estimates
as compared to 1,000 TEU’s when commence by early 2017. Phase that 40,000 tourists arrived
containerization was introduced III will be development of berth through Mombasa between 2010
at the port in 1975. number 23, 300 metres in length and 2011 and that increased
The port is a critical nerve and a side berth of 80 meters arrival of cruise ships boosted the
centre of business serving long. Construction of this phase numbers significantly.
Uganda, Rwanda, Democratic will give additional capacity of The other four top African ports
Republic of Congo, Northern 450,000 teus. are Durban of South Africa,
Tanzania, Burundi South Sudan, Construction of the three phases Alexandria (Egypt), Port Said
and Somalia. The transit cargo of the container terminal at an (Egypt) and Tangier Med of
has also grown by 8.2 percent estimated US$900 million (Sh90 Morocco. Within the Continent,
over the same period. About billion) brings a quay length of Mombasa Port was ranked fifth
70 percent of the port traffic is 900 metres. This will bring the and was the fastest growing port
destined to the local market with total length of the second and apart from Tangier of Morocco
the rest shared between Uganda, the existing container terminals which is largely a transshipment
Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, to 1,740 and throughput of 2.75 hub.
Democratic Republic of Congo, million TEU’s. In 2014, Mombasa port moved
South Sudan and Somalia. And with the change of tact by the from position 120 to 112.
Uganda is the major transit point Dock Workers Union (DWU) from No new African Port has joined
with its traffic claiming 76.7 combative approach in addressing this league yet thus leaving
percent of transit share. It is well workers issues to dialogue, the Mombasa and Durban as the only
connected in the region, with port is expected to have a new ones from South of the Sahara in
over 33 shipping lines calling and lease of life. During his re-election this league.
providing direct connectivity to for a third term on April 12, this
over 80 ports. year, fiery union general secretary
The port has 13 General cargo Simon Sang who has led members
berths, 2 bulk oil jetties (Kipevu in paralyzing strikes at the port,
and Shimanzi oil terminals), 4 said he would now accommodate
specialized container berths, ship dialogue as opposed to militant
repair facilities, private facilities approaches to industrial disputes.

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OIL, GAS AND LAPSSET PROJECT

TO BENEFIT SHIPPERS

The discovery of Oil and Gas The declining oil prices are as port will increase the capacity
in Kenya’s northern lands a result of geo-political plays by 450,000 TEUs and 1.2 million
and the completion of the between Saudi Arabia, the Tones.” He disclosed.
LAPSSET project leading to single biggest oil exporter in He said that despite new entries
the beginning of the Lamu port the Organization of Petroleum being recorded within the fleets
will create new incentives which Exporting Countries (OPEC) and calling into Mombasa global
if handled well could lead to America. competition had intensified with
brighter fortunes for shippers. “This has resulted to oversupply
Several shippers were interviewed causing rates to tumble from USD the introduction of larger vessels
by the Investor Magazine recently 115 per barrel in June 2014 to in the trade resulting in capacity
but requested for anonymity. below USD 70 per barrel currently. surpassing the supply.
(We however have the names of “Depressed freight rates and
every shipper who was contacted.) If upon cut-throat competition have seen
“If the projects are successful and completion a good number of shipping lines
Kenya conforms to international the rail can either not calling Mombasa Port
standards and best practices, the take up to or resorting to buying slots from
future of the shipping industry is 30 per cent of the total other shipping lines.” He said.
bright. Discovery of oil and gas will inland haulage traffic, this With the construction of Berth no
definitely provide new will help the East African 19 estimated capacity now stands
Opportunities in shipping. economies by reducing at slightly over 600,000 TEUs and
Completion of the LAPSSET will use of the dilapidated by the end of 2014 annual cargo
have an impact too.” One shipper road infrastructure
added. networks. Further, if rail
The fact that local and regional rates will lower that road
legislation is at variance with haulage rates as is the
international maritime law and case globally, then cost of
agreements is of course reason doing business through
for numerous challenges. Mombasa port will be
The Standard Gauge Railway lowered
which is expected to start running
in 2017 will also aid shippers in How long this decline will be
making the movement of cargo sustained is anyone’s guess.”
along some of the dilapidated Another Shipper added.
roads easier. The shipper noted that shippers
“If upon completion the rail can were reaping big because
take up to 30 per cent of the total bigger vessels had substantially
inland haulage traffic, this will increased supply of shipping
help the East African economies space relative to demand, and
by reducing use of the dilapidated consequently resulted in lower
road infrastructure networks. freight rates. This he said had led
Further, if rail rates will lower to cut throat competition which
that road haulage rates as is the was favoring shippers.
case globally, then cost of doing “By the end of 2014, annual cargo
business through Mombasa port throughput surpassed 1million
will be lowered.” Another one TEUs, a definite indicator that
suggested. capacity is constrained. The
Any drop in global oil prices infrastructure developments
will assist the shipping lines taking place at the Mombasa
to mitigate losses arising from
declining freight rates and high
operational costs due to port
inefficiencies experienced in the
East African ports.

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throughput surpassed 1 million Depressed SHIPPING
TEUs, which clearly pointed out to freight rates
capacity constraint. and cut- manner. “He said shifting the
However, the licensing of throat competition have blame to the Port.
Container Freight Stations (CFSs) seen a good number of Shippers have adopted advocacy
mitigated the constraints but shipping lines either not as a system of consultations
there was need for the port to be calling Mombasa Port or which has led to improved
self-sustaining particularly with resorting to buying slots working relations with
the increased volumes to South from other shipping lines Government agencies and the
Sudan and Rwanda. private sector which has resulted
“The port facilities are also in reduced number of hard copy
constrained in bulk and liquid documentation, and in some
cargo handling. Kenya Ports instances total elimination of
Authority should improve the manual manifests. However, they
infrastructure so that larger added that there was still room
for improvement.
vessels with increased capacities are able to offload their cargoes “The government needs to move
call the port of Mombasa and in an efficient and cost effective and improve port efficiency and
eliminate non-tariff barriers.
Larger ships with capacity of up
to 4,500 TEUs can now call at the
container terminal in Mombasa.
Cargo dwell time has also
improved from 8 days to 3 days
for the containerized traffic.” The
shippers intimated.
Seaborne trade has also been
experiencing high operational
costs. The trade pattern in East
Africa is also a concern because
EAC is an import intensive market,
with exports mainly restricted to
agricultural and primary goods.
This affects backhaul cargo for
both container and bulk carriers.
Port and related infrastructure
in East Africa is below global
standards increasing operating
costs for vessel owners, shipping
lines and agencies.
“There has been an improved
working relationship with
government agencies and the
private sector. We have more
consultations particularly
on policy formulation and
implementation which have
resulted in reduced number of
hard copy documentation, and in
some instances total elimination
of manual manifests. However,
there is room for improvement.”
They added.

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SHIPPING

Areduction in Piracy has IS PIRACY ON ITS
been noted in the last few
years along the Somali DEATH BED?
Coast and the Gulf of
Guinea. A few years ago, the dawn. the Threat, Rebuilding a Nation
maritime industry was reeling Privately Contracted Armed notes that the loss to the global
under the effects of piracy, but Security Personnel (PCASP) on economy as a result of piracy
now a remarkable drop of piracy board reportedly repelled the stands at $18 billion with $53
incidences in 2015 is something to attack, killing one pirate.The MSC million being collected as ransom
write home about. Clara sailed out of the Gulf of by pirates.
It was a rare fete to see that Aden Maritime Security Patrol Piracy has not just affected the
the designated high risk areas Area (MSPA) at 17:36hrs. on 27 global economy but directly
reported no attack on large January, 2016 coming to within interfered with ocean related
merchant vessels or even a 28 kilometers of the Bari region livelihoods such as the fisheries
disruption of such by the naval coastline on 28 January, at which sector.
forces coalition that monitor the stage it sped up, reportedly after The World Bank report notes
regions. Nevertheless reports confusing Puntland Maritime that there has been a 6.5 %
of suspicious vessels in the Police Force (PMPF) patrol boats tourist drop in the East African
Indian Ocean persisted; much so as pirates. coastal and island countries as
because some private maritime This year gun men on two small compared to other sub-Saharan
security companies (PMSCs) and skiffs fired at a Liberian flagged oil African nations.Ironically, Somali
understandably nervous ships’ tanker MT FAIR APOLLON while piracy appears to have come full
masters continue to misreport the merchant vessel was under circle, with some pirate gangs
regional fishermen and smugglers way near the Port of Al Mukalla. now becoming the enablers of
as potential pirates, alongside The crew retreated to the citadel illegal fishing off the Somalia
advisories issued by official immediately and the on-board coast as opposed to the original
reporting authorities. security guards prevented the justification for piracy that was
Cases are rampant of fishermen attackers from closing in on the based on the need to defend
with valid navigation aids, IMO vessel.Many in the maritime Somalia’s waters against illegal
numbers and international call industry would hope to see total international fishing boats.
signs being reported as pirate eradication of the piracy. The pirates of Somalia can easily
mother ships. Currently they are few pirate transform themselves into a
There have also been reports action groups (PAGs) taking to new threat if they go the way of
of Somali pirates at extended sea, but Somali pirate business their West African brothers by
ranges beyond the boundaries of model and gangs are still active. adapting their techniques, tactics
the high risk area (HRA), none of Pirate anchorages are distributed and procedures.Whilst there does
which have resulted in an attack. along the central Somalia and not appear to be an imminent
While the large merchant vessels Puntland’s north east and threat to vessel transits adjacent
had incident free year, smaller northern shoreline and often to warring Yemenis, not least
crafts were not as lucky. Notable operate with the complicity of due to the large naval coalition
incidents targeting such crafts local administrations, political presence, one cannot ignore the
included the hijacking of three figures, clan elders, militias and unfolding situation altogether.The
Iranian fishing dhows in alleged local communities. security alert issued by US and
fishing disputes.The fishing vessel In its peak piracy had badly UK governments during the Holy
MV Muhammidi was hijacked by affected the economies of the month of Ramadan in Yemen last
pirates, her 15 crew members, western Indian Ocean nations year also identified ports and Sea
taken by gun men some 305 owing to increases in maritime Lines of Communication (SLOCs)
nautical miles while heading insurance premiums which were such as Suez Canal and Bab El-
to Somali waters in November. passed to the consumers. Mandab as potential targets for
Earlier in August of 2015, still, two The World Bank’s 2013 report terrorist groups.
Iranian dhows MV Jaber and MV The Pirates of Somalia: Ending
Siraj were taken captive along
with a total of 46 strong crew
members. However, the vessels
managed to escape from Somalia
after four months of captivity.
On 27 January 2016 the Panama-
flagged MSC Clara was targeted
by Somali pirates after transiting
the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait.
The vessel was attacked by pirates
sailing from Al-Mukalla, Yemeni at

28 July -September 2016 INVESTOR

BRIEFS

KENYA MAKES GAINS DESPITE DRAWBACKS

The East African nation of Economy growing economies in Eastern
Kenya has an estimated Kenya’s growth is projected to rise Africa. Besides, the 2016 Country
population of 46.1 million, to 5.9% in 2016 and 6.1 % in 2017. Economic Memorandum says
which increases by one The positive outlook is predicated that Kenya’s growth prospects
million a year. With support of on infrastructure investments. will depend a lot on Innovation,
the World Bank Group (WBG), Fiscal consolidation is expected Oil, and Urbanization on the long
International Monetary Fund (IMF) to ease pressure on domestic term.
and other development partners, interest rates and increase credit
Kenya has made significant uptake by the private sector. Social Developments
structural and economic reforms Kenya has met a few of the
that have contributed to sustained The contraction in the current Millennium Development Goals
economic growth in the past account deficit will continue (MDG) targets, including reduced
decade. to be supported by declining child mortality, near universal
Development challenges include commodity prices and rising primary school enrolment
poverty and inequality, and exports of tea. and narrower gender gaps in
vulnerable of the economy to Sound monetary policy restored education. Interventions and
internal and external shocks. stability in the currency markets increased spending on health and
and contained the 12-month education are paying dividends.
Political Context average overall inflation at 6.6% in Devolved health care and free
Devolution is rated the December 2015. The Central Bank maternal health care at all public
biggest gain from the August effectively managed currency health facilities will improve
2010 constitution, which volatility and running down Forex health care outcomes and
ushered in a new political and reserves to cushion the shilling. develop a more equitable health
economic governance system. So, the Kenya shilling stabilized, care system.
It is transformative and has and the depreciation moderated
strengthened accountability and in comparison to other regional Development Challenges
public service delivery at local currencies. Kenya has the potential to be
levels. Low commodity prices had a net one of Africa’s great success
The government’s agenda is positive impact in Kenya in 2015. stories from its growing and
to deepen implementation The gains through low oil prices youthful population, a dynamic
of devolution and strengthen and the rising earnings from tea private sector, a new constitution,
governance institutions, while have offset the loss in earnings and its pivotal role in East
addressing other challenges from other exports (coffee and Africa. Addressing challenges of
including land reforms and horticulture). poverty, inequality, governance,
security to improve economic As a result, the current account low investment and low firm
and social outcomes, accelerate deficit contracted from 10.4% to productivity to achieve rapid,
growth and equity in distribution 7.1% of GDP. sustained growth rates that will
of resources, and reduce extreme According to the October 2015 transform the lives of ordinary
poverty and youth employment. Kenya Economic Update, Kenya citizens, will be a major goal for
is poised to be among the fastest the country.

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LAMU COUNTY

Hon. Issa Abdallah Timamy,
Governor Lamu County

Vision And Mission

An innovative use of land,water and other natural resources supported by good infrastructure for rural
development.
To improve the livelihoods of the county residents through equitable distribution and sustainable
management of land,water,forestry and wildlife and easy access to economic infrastructure. To achieve
the vision and mission the county shall carry out land audit redistribute land through establishment
of settlement schemes,carry out spatial planning,reduce the distance to accessible clean water to
less than 1 km for most residents and in liaison with the national government, put in place all time
economic infrastructure such as roads,electricity and ICT

30 July -September 2016 INVESTOR

LAMU COUNTY

COAL POWER PLANT TO BE

COMMISSIONED IN 2018
981.5 megawatts power plant which will be
coal fired will be commissioned in Lamu In January 2014, the Government of Kenya sourced
County in 2018,Investor Magazine has learnt. for bids from private developers to build, own, and
The thermal powered station is expected to operate the power station.
provide 2, 000 jobs to the locals and experts and will In September 2014, the development rights were
be developed on 865 acres of land. However there awarded to a consortium of the following entities,
have been controversies over the potential benefits
led by civil society groups who have been harping • Gulf Energy - An independent Kenyan energy
on the environmental damage to be caused by using generating company
coal.The projected power plant is expected to host
the tallest smoke stack which at 210 meters would • Centum Investment Company Limited - A
be East Africa’s tallest structure. private equity firm, headquartered in Nairobi,
The power station will be located at Manda Bay, with investments in Kenya and Uganda.
Lamu County, on Kenya’s coast, approximately 250
kilometers (160 miles), by air, northeast of Mombasa. • Sichuan Electric Power Design and Consulting
The driving distance is approximately 300 kilometers Company Limited (SEDC) - A subsidiary of Power
(190 miles). Construction was expected to begin Construction Corporation of China (Power China)
in September 2015 and last approximately 21
months. Once Two of the losing bidders challenged the award
constructed, in court. An arbitration tribunal, however, upheld
it will be the the award in January 2015. The power station
largest single will be built using private funds on a build-own-
power station
in Kenya. operate model.
The power The developers
generated will will own and
be transmitted operate the plant
to Nairobi, for 25 years from
the country’s commissioning.
capital, via The expected
a new 520 construction costs
kilometers for the coal plant
(320 mi), 400 will be about US$2
kV electricity billion (Ksh 180
transmission billion). Of this,
line. approximately US $
500 million will be
In the initial generated internally
years, the while the balance
station will will be borrowed.
utilize imported Amu Power
coal, mainly from South Africa, and later convert Company, a special
to locally sourced coal from the Mui Basin in Kitui purpose vehicle
County. Community activists and some local officials formed by the
have also raised the need for revenue sharing for developers, will
the community, and what conditions would be develop, own and operate the station as part of
set for the project to ensure it would benefit the the “Lamu Port and Lamu-Southern Sudan-Ethiopia
host community. They claimed that community Transport Corridor”. The Cost of the whole project at
members affected by the earlier oil infrastructure USD 2.0 billion dollars which will be divided amongst
project known as Lamu Port and Lamu-Southern the principal owners with Amu Power Company
Sudan-Ethiopia Transport Corridor have not raising 25 per cent of the equity , Industrial and
been compensated Community activists and one of Commercial Bank of China holding 60 per cent
the world’s leading economists Joseph Stiglitz have and Local Kenyan banks holding the remaining 15
raised serious concerns about the environmental per cent . The process was expected to meet the set
and human health implications of the fossil fuel deadlines after being held back for four months due
plant, instead arguing for cleaner, more progressive to suits filed against the Gulf-Centum Consortium
renewable energy. that won the tender in September 2014. The plant
will have the ability to reduce sulphur emissions
by converting the gas to gypsum for making wall
boards. It will also convert fly-ash into asphalt to be
used as a binder during road construction.

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LAMU COUNTY

KENYA’S ANSWER TO REGIONAL INTEGRATION

The LAPSSET Project in they can be solved. of the port and other related
Lamu County might But things have not always been sub structure by the China
be Kenya’s answer to cozy for the LAPSSET Project as Communication and Construction
the lingering regional President Uhuru Kenyatta had company.
integration programme and might to duel with land grabbers who The port alone is expected to cost
provide more than the politicians on hearing the project designs USD 3 Billion.
are acknowledging. went and bought off 2,000 square Under the plans the port is
It is likely to provide a middle Kilometers of land under the expected to handle 24 million
country linkage with the Atlantic name of 22 companies who were tons from the top shipping
Ocean as it passes through merely speculating Kenya style. companies and will also provide
Ethiopia, Southern Sudan and infrastructure support to oil
Congo and Cameroun to enter It has led to severe skirmishes discoveries made in the arid
the port of Douala on the with Al Shabaab in which many sections of the country.
Cameroonian coastal habitat on Kenyans have died in duels said “We must develop additional
the Atlantic Ocean. to favor some of the potential transport and infrastructure
If it were to travel on the Standard land owners after the president capacity to take charge of the
Gauge Railway, it would mean ordered the repossession of the immense mineral that the country
that a lot of time would be cut for land after receiving a delegation is now discovering.” President
vessels which would henceforth of leaders from Lamu. Kenyatta was quoted as adding.
wait at Douala for cargo to Europe He later disclosed that he had The construction of the Lamu port
opening up a swathe of Africa already signed a US Dollars and accompanying infrastructure
never imagined before. 480 million deal with a Chinese will see the opening up of hitherto
LAPSSET would open up Southern company to start the construction hidden parts of Kenya by the
Ethiopia, South Sudan and of the first 32 Berths planned for opening up of Isiolo which is so
remarkably Somalia which while the historical project. centrally placed in Kenya that
today it is caught up on the “The signing of this contract there has been talk of opening it
insecurity being provided by Al is a major milestone and will as the new capital of Kenya.
Shabaab militants but which is make Kenya the most attractive This would see parliament, some
expected to turn down. transport and logistics hub in the security organs as well as State
It is suspected that the forth region” The President was quoted House as Nairobi continues its
coming meeting by the African in various media organs. embarrassing antics to develop
Union in Kigali, Rwanda will see Kenya has set aside 445 Billion despite the shadows enveloping
some landmark decisions as Kenyan shillings (50 million most of the leaders move to the
Africa declares its come of age USD and 30 Million Euros) to new location.
with regional conflicts and how operationalize the construction

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TAITA TAVETA COUNTY

Hon. John Mtuta Mrutu,
Governor Taita-Taveta County

Vision And Mission

To be a prosperous county with thriving rural and urban economies that support quality life for all its
inhabitants.
To promote and actively participate in achievement of economic growth as well as social and cultural
development with the aim of realizing sustainable development facilitated by sound management of
the environment and sustainable utilization of natural resources.

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TAITA TAVETA COUNTY

TAITA INTERNATIONAL MINING

Anew techno city which will be based on the promote international mineral production, trade,
Taita Taveta County’s abundance in minerals employment, investment, industry and service.
will be built strategically between the two At its peak, the city will provide employment to
parks –Tsavo East and Tsavo West National 500,000 people at different skills levels ranging from
Parks. The new city is a brainchild of a couple of Taita the basics to the the highly technical experts who will
Taveta based business people together with partners run the industrial complex of the city. Taita-Taveta
in the international capitalist centers of the world. County covers an area of 17,083.9 km2 of which a
Among the local members of the company bulk 62% or 11,100 km2 is within Tsavo East and
registered in Kenya is two former cabinet ministers Tsavo West National Parks. Taita-Taveta is a county
in the Kenyan government who serve as patrons. endowed with abundant minerals. Current data
One is Major (retired) Marsden Madoka and the shows that the county has large reserves of Iron
other is Dr. George K Muhoho. Major Madoka is a ore, Manganese, Precious gems & other industrial
respected leader amongst the Taita Taveta people minerals.
having facilitated numerous development projects Taita Mining City is the answer to the more than half
within the county. Most recently, Dr. Muhoho of the population residing in Taita-Taveta County
is a former Managing Director of Kenya Airports living below the poverty line. “It is time for a GAME
Authority. As a missionary in Taita, he extended CHANGER! Wealth creation is our foundation for the
many charity projects impacting the region. The mining City.” The executive directors and founder
others are the Founder Chairman Dr. Constantine chairman state in a joint statement. The journey
Mwadime and Executive Directors Michael Lynch began when they acquired some mining concessions
and Dr. Luke Mwangi. The Vision for the city is to in Taita. The idea was to carry out geographical and
develop a sustainable and clean mining city that will geological surveys which as a result revealed huge

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TAITA TAVETA COUNTY

G CITY quantities of precious Association, color is a ruby’s most important feature.
and industrial minerals. Its transparency is only secondary in importance.
“Instead of mining and Inclusions within a ruby could be said to be its
exporting minerals we ‘fingerprint’, a statement of its individuality and, at
realized the need for the the same time, proof of its genuineness and natural
utilization and value- origin. Dr. Constantine Mwadime says they have
addition of the mineral matched the value and the pricing of the investment
deposits in this region, to mirror that of the motherstone that lies beneath
surrounding counties the surface at the Mining City.
and the entire nation. The city when complete will have multiple industries
“they said. ranging from cement to the Gem cutting factories
The Mining City as well as green energy projects ranging from Solar,
was envisioned and Wind and even LPG and other sorties as well as
packaged with the idea some for food stuffs manufacturing. Apart from the
of establishing factories, 500,000 jobs to be generated during construction
industries and plants phase Taita Taveta County residents recognize the
to locally consume fact that together with the operational phase of the
these minerals locally city, this will lead to improved standards of living for
as well as refining and majority of the peoples residing in the area.
producing end products. The city will be a source of revenue to the
“We invite you to County Government, the region and the National
be part of this great Government as well.
collaborative investment The city will be a centre of wealth creation. The
opportunity that will city will be within an Economic Protected Zone to
contribute towards promote Investment and business. The presence of
poverty eradication the city will contribute towards improved general
through economic infrastructure including telecommunications and
empowerment. Karibu social amenities. The tall massifs within the region
Sana!” a statement will also provide a chance for Mountain and rock
issued by Dr. Mwadime, climbing and there is the promise of cable cars
Mr. Lynch and Dr. to mount the dangerous roads to Wundanyi and
Mwangi says. Taita even Woghonyi. The Lake Chala provides a perfect
Taveta county claims the opportunity to establish a Water Sports Resort where
ownership of one of the guests can revel in the changing colors of the water
most beautiful green depending on the season.
garnets in the world It is surrounded by a 100 meters high crater rim.
which today has been The lake is fed by groundwater flows, which come
christened the Tsavorite from Mount Kilimanjaro. Taita is home to exclusive
in memory of its origins. flora and fauna and more than 20 endemic
species of African violets including the amphibian
She was named by the former president of Tiffany Sagala caecilian, a critically endangered worm-like
& Co. Mr. Henry Platt named her Tsavorite in full amphibian which is only found in the Taita Hills.
recognition of her nature and brilliance and the The Introduction of a Dry Port facility will help to
building of the Taita Mining and Industrial City can be increase the productivity gains of African firms to
seen as her second re-awakening since 1967. a heightened 40 per cent of the now 2 per cent of
“Tsavorite lends her very nature to vision behind the Africa’s annual growth.
Mining City. Her spring like light green, an intense “In such dry port large goods’ flows can shift freight
blue-green and deep forest green colors will have a volumes from road to more energy efficient traffic
refreshing and invigorating effect on your senses. modes that are less harmful to the environment.”
There is no investment opportunity that can match Dr. Mwadime states in the brochure publicizing the
the promise of the Mining City. construction of the city.
“ Another special gem that was discovered in 1973 “We are looking for a private partnership with
in Taita is the Red Ruby and is one of the most investors & partners to collaborate with us to
sought after gemstones in the world. Her splendid achieve this unique turnkey solution for the East
red variety is from the multi-colored corundum African import & export potential, as well as realize
family which she shares with Sapphire. However, the mining and industrial potential of Kenya and
only Red Ruby is considered a Ruby. For thousands the greater East African Community. “The Founder
of years, Ruby has been considered one of the most Chairman and Executive Directors have announced.
valuable gemstones on Earth. She has everything
a precious stone should have: magnificent color,
excellent hardness and outstanding brilliance.
According to the International Colored Gemstone

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TAITA TAVETA COUNTY

TAITA TAVETA MINERALS

There is need for Extractive Resources Industry country into 47 devolved Counties.
further research in the (ERI) adequately addresses the A total of 15% of the national
Taita Taveta mineral issues of royalties and benefit income is to be shared among the
depositories so as to sharing between the investors, counties. The aim is to devolve
expose the political economy communities and government. resources to the grassroots to
perspectives as well as the social This must be measured according trigger sustainable development.
and environmental impacts. to best-practices from other Of even more significance is the
Most of the research and countries with natural resources. fact that the counties not only
publications address the There is also need to determine have more powers to decide
natural science and geological why the industry and trade their affairs, they also have more
issues, since they are driven in minerals has not brought responsibilities in conserving and
by prospector, investor and about the development of managing their natural resources.
trade interests. Consequently, local communities around the Elected leaders and professionals,
little has been published about operational areas. meeting in Nairobi on 23rd
the political economy, social It would also be important to October 2010 under the umbrella
and environmental impacts of investigate why the local people of Taita-Taveta Professional
mining in the area. Mwandawiro continue to be perceived as mere Forum Trust, (www.taitataveta.
Mghanga, a former Member participants and losers in the co.ke) identified minerals as one
for Parliament for Wundanyi of the most important resources
worked on a grant from a German mineral trade and industry found in the county. They however
Foundation to establish the in their locality. There is an urgent lamented that exploitation of
recommendations herein. need to look for ways of creating the minerals has hitherto not
Critical here is the need to include policy frameworks that would benefited the people of the
the relationship between the result in the changing of things in county. Thus the research would
people of the areas affected, the their favor because the present also help increase the knowledge
environment and the mineral situation is no longer tenable. of the people of Taita-Taveta
resources. The hypothesis of the research about their mineral resources and
For example, the research needs was that to have sustainable the need to ensure that they are
to explore more clearly why local peace, a necessary precondition utilized sustainably to improve the
people continue to be losers in for sustainable development, this community’s welfare.
the exploitation of the mineral requires policies and measures Based on the research findings,
resources in their ancestral lands, that ensure communities fully recommendations have been
and what should be done to participate in conserving and made on ways of maximizing
correct this in order to promote deriving benefits from their local the potential of mining in Taita-
sustainable development. natural resources. Taveta for local and national
Given that Taita-Taveta is To expect people to remain development. It is posited that
endowed with abundant minerals peaceful when they are alienated the benefits accruing from the
it was important to find out from their natural resources by abundant minerals of Taita-Taveta
whether the local people were outsiders is to ignore logic and the should shared equitably with the
aware of this. Their indigenous country would have to contend local communities. The current
knowledge will continue to be with this, sooner or later. scenario in which only outsiders
invaluable to future mineral One of the most important benefit at the expense of the
resources prospecting. aspects of the newly-enacted local people and the government
It is also important to determine Constitution of Kenya – is untenable. The County and
the benefits accruing from an promulgated on August 27th 2010 Central Government must
industry that is reputed to make (Government Printer, 2010) – is henceforth take cognizance of the
billions of shillings in profits the devolution of political, social fact that financial investment is
annually.Further research and economic governance. crucial for the foreign and local
should establish whether the The constitution divides the investors to make the Taita Taveta
current policy, regulatory & Country develop.
legislative framework in the

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MINING IN
TAITA TAVETA
COUNTY

The major mining activities They are however belt are iron ore, limestone,
in the County revolve confronted by many marble, magnetite, asbestos,
around gemstones and challenges including graphite, Kaolin clay, and mica.
industrial minerals. There lack of water, lack Deposits of copper and cobalt are
are over 100 licensed prospectors of transport and also thought to be present in the
and miners, among them eight proper mining area.
major companies involved in equipment, and Geological surveys indicate that
gemstone mining in the County. insecurity among substantial quantities of the
These are First Green Garnet others. Other mineral deposits are yet to be
Mining Company of Kenya, mining related fully explored and developed in
Rockland Mining Company, activities in the the region due to financial and
Aqua Mining Company, Davis County include technical constraints.
Mining Company, David Visram quarrying for building stones Currently, efforts are underway
Mining Company, Baraka Mining which takes place in Taveta and to accurately Map out mineral
Company, Classic Mine, and Mwarungu area of Wundanyi, distribution in the County. There
Nadan Mining Company. quarrying for murram and is an on-going project that seeks
In addition, two major companies ballast, and sand harvesting. Taita to assess the occurrence of iron
are engaged in prospecting and Taveta is a County endowed with ore and conduct a Cadastral
extraction of industrial minerals. abundant minerals. Survey to produce a mineral
These are Wanjala Mining Current estimates indicate that distribution Map.
Company and Nanak Mining Taita Taveta is one of the leading Establishing the type and volume
Company. producers of minerals produced of mineral resources available
The former is engaged in iron in Kenya come from the County. will help to ensure that these
ore mining in Kishushe area of The geology of the County falls are harnessed and utilized for
Wundanyi constituency. into two categories namely, the the benefit of communities in
In the process, the company Mozambique belt and the Tertiary the mining areas and the local
has reported finding traces Volcanic belt. economy, something that has
of gold in the iron ore but The Mozambique belt covers remained elusive for a long time.
proper prospecting needs to be Taita hills, Mwatate, Kasigau, and Issues of royalties and benefit
undertaken to confirm volumes. Kuranze areas among others sharing between the investors, the
The gemstone industry is most while the Tertiary Volcanic belt County and national governments,
dominant in the area with most covers Taveta region. Most of and the communities must be
mining fields run by small scale the gemstones and industrial addressed to produce a win-win
mining groups. The industry has minerals are found in the situation.
for years been dominated by men. Mozambique belt. This will ensure that sustainable
An upsurge in mineral exploration Some of the gemstones found in exploitation of mineral resources
backed by aggressive marketing the area include Tsavorite, red acts as a key driver of the County
campaign by local leaders garnets, green garnets, yellow economy thereby contributing
has seen a number of women garnets, ruby, green tourmalines, immensely towards poverty
venture into the mining sector. yellow tourmalines, change
colour, blue sapphire, pink
sapphire, amethyst, peridot, iolite,
spinel, rhodolites and kyanites.
The County is home to more
than 40 high value gemstones.
According to geological experts,
Tsavorite and ruby are highly
sought after globally, with the
County being the main source
of the minerals worldwide. The
industrial minerals found in this

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KILIFI COUNTY

Hon. Amason Kingi,
Governor Kilifi County

Vision And Mission

An innovative use of land,water and other natural resources supported by good infrastructure for rural
development.
To improve the livelihoods of the county residents through equitable distribution and sustainable
management of land,water,forestry and wildlife and easy access to economic infrastructure. To achieve
the vision and mission the county shall carry out land audit redistribute land through establishment
of settlement schemes,carry out spatial planning,reduce the distance to accessible clean water to
less than 1 km for most residents and in liaison with the national government, put in place all time
economic infrastructure such as roads,electricity and ICT

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KILIFI COUNTY

WELCOME TO MALINDI TOWN

The small town of Malindi passages and crumbling walls tell
is at the centre of a strip of a long and mysterious past.
of idyllic tropical beaches Walk through the Forest, explore
offering the visitora range the mangroves by boat, dive on
of world class resorts and quiet the reef or try your hand at big
relaxing hideaways. Further south, game fishing. At the North coast
the sleepy village of Watamu is you have all these choices and
fronted by wide white beaches. more, with the space and freedom
This tranquil haven is home to to relax, unwind, and soak up the
several well established resorts, atmosphere.
and many private guesthouses
scattered through the forest Getting There
along the deserted shore.At The gateway to the North Coast
Watamu a Marine National Park is Mombasa, although some
has been established, an ideal visitors fly directly to Malindi. See
day trip for divers and snorkellers the Mombasa section for details
alike.Northwest of Malindi is the of how to get to Mombasa. The
spectacular Marafa Depression, Coastal highway runs north of
locally known as Nyari and Mombasa all the way to Kenya’s
popularly known as Hell’s Kitchen. northern frontier. Driving your
An extensive series of sandstone own car or hired car as far as
gorges and sheer gullies, Malindi is very easy. There are
this unique and otherworldly regular buses and matatus along
landscape has become part of the North coast. Many hotels
local folklore.The thick jungles andresorts in this area have
of the Arabuko Sokoke Forest Mombasa shuttles or can arrange
reserve hide a world of wonders. vehicle transfers. Private taxis
In the cool of the forest winding from Mombasa will also take you
paths will take you in search of to the North Coast beaches for
rare endemic birds and mammals, an agreed fare. Malindi airport
and visiting herds of Elephant. has daily scheduled flights to
The forest holds another secret, Mombasa, Nairobi and Lamu.
the lost town of Gedi, a deserted The airport also serves Private
trading Swahili town hidden deep Charters. There are scheduled
in the forests, whose winding flights to Malindi

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FEATURES

DIGITAL BOOM USED
TO MODERNISE

AGRICULTURE AND
TRANSPORT

With the Kenyan population going “We are moving to an exciting era in farming where it is
overboard in digital programming, various possible to install sensors that can monitor irrigation,
government sectors are now seeking maturity of crops, diseases and pests,” Mucheru said.
ways of shifting their policies to tag along. Kenya has developed a ten year strategy covering
The Cabinet secretary for ICT has given a hint as to 2020-2030 to hasten modernization of the agriculture
the magnitude of the effort saying for example that it sector through policy reforms, technology and
can be shifted to the agricultural sector to hasten its investments in irrigation.
modernization. Principal Secretary in the ministry of agriculture,
Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru said that government Richard Lesiyampe said that ICT has catalyzed growth
will harness digital tools to lift the sector from of agribusinesses that have created millions of jobs
dysfunctional value chains and low participation by for the youth.
the youth in the sector. The Secretary said a digital Meanwhile, Kenya has said the implementation of
boom Kenya had been experienced lately will be a World Bank-financed digital transport integrated
channeled to the agriculture sector to hasten its management system will be completed by the end of
modernization. this year.
“The government will harness ICT to transform Ibrahim Juma, an official from the National Transport
agriculture sector at all levels ranging from production, Safety Authority (NTSA), said that the eight million U.S.
marketing and storage. There is a consensus on the dollar project aimed at enhancing road safety was
need to embed technology in farming activities,” almost complete.
Mucheru said. “We are fast tracking implementation of the online
He spoke in Nairobi during the unveiling of the African project so that it can be operational by the end of the
Development Bank’s (AfDB) ten year strategy to year,” Juma said.The project, launched in 2015, will
accelerate agricultural transformation in Africa. enable citizens to register, transfer motor vehicles and
Kenyan policymakers were sensitized on the apply for driving licenses on online. Vehicle inspection
continental lending institution’s new roadmap to will also be automated.
re-invent farming through technology adoption, “The manual system which used stickers was prone
investments and policy reforms. to manipulation and this compromised the safety by
Mucheru noted that growth of the ICT sector in Kenya allowing defective vehicles on the road,” Juma said.
has unleashed benefits to smallholder farmers, The NTSA will also be equipped with mobile devices to
herders and fishermen. enable their staff to track, monitor and enforce road
“Adoption of new technologies and innovations has violations.
created positive impacts from the farm to fork. The NTSA figures show 3,057 people died from roads
youth in particular have been enticed back to farming accidents in Kenya in 2015, up from 2,907 the previous
thanks to use of smart phones to access weather year.
information and other agronomic practices,” said The digital transport system will be connected to the
Mucheru. e-citizen platform that has automated all payments
He noted the influence of unscrupulous middlemen for government services.
has been waning as smallholders use smart phones to “Drivers will therefore be able to apply and pay for
access real time information on prices of agricultural driving licenses and vehicle fees online,” Juma said.
produce. Juma said that during the piloting stage, the system
Kenya will scale up investments in broadband has registered 5,000 motorcycles.
infrastructure in the rural counties to ensure small He said the system was convenient and will help
scale farmers have access to high speed internet reduce corruption in the road transport sector.
connection.Mucheru said installation of 5G networks He added that adequate measures had been put in
in the counties will have a positive impact on place to ensure the system is secure and not subject
agricultural activities. to manipulation.

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FEATURES

LOSS OF
FRIENDS IS
A PAINFUL
EXERCISE

Last week, I buried him at Sarigoi cemetery where
he joined his old foe Shariff Nassir whom we buried
there some years back.
May his Soul rest in eternal peace.
Barely a day later after burying him, my friend Stereo
was on the phone again asking me if I knew Quincy
Rashid. I told him I did and he informed me he had
died.
Now this is how I met Quincy Rashid.

In 1991 as the flames of the second liberation hit Those were the days when a military ship carrying
Mombasa, I met Mohamed Abdulwahab who was thousands of troops would dock in Mombasa and
the leader of the powerful left wing group of the delegations would come from as far away as Congo
Islamic Party of Kenya (IPK) called the Flying Squad DRC, Uganda and Rwanda to come and make merry
even before the government batch carrying the same with the sailors.
name was formed. I had been assigned by Job Githinji the Mombasa
This was the group responsible for blocking President Bureau Chief to cover the arrival of the vessel at SECO
Daniel Arap Moi’s re-entry into Mombasa when he docks and since I had done an earlier story announcing
visited Hola and he had to pass through Saba Saba the ships arrival after meeting at Mombasa Club with
into Kingorani, Railway station and approach State the American representatives, a lot of people had
House through the Kizingo Estate as the IPK had taken invaded the town.
over Jomo Kenyatta Avenue and Digo Road. As we waited at the jetty, a guy in the uniform of the
We became great friends and I had the rare accolade marines called down to us in Kiswahili.
of reporting on behind the scenes episodic flashes like “Vipi jamaa .? Tusker bado iko ?”
when they beat up Omar Masumbuko’s upcountry The language was pure and we decided to meet him
representatives who had attempted to invade the Old and have a discussion .
Town. He informed us he was a Swahili from Malindi but was
These were rare times as the push for the second working as a Marine in the US Navy . His name was
liberation gathered force in Mombasa which led to Quincy Rashid .
the arrest of Sheikh Khalid Balala who later fled to After he retired from the Marines he came back home
Germany where I had the rare opportunity of having a and I remember meeting with him at De Souza Bar
long interview with him in Frankfurt where I had gone (aka Kilindini Bar ) where a medley group of Africans,
to cover the Messe Frankfurt-a Trade Fair. Asians , Arabs and occasionally a group of Europeans
In 2012 when I was the Editor of Coast This Week, I was used to meet for drinks .
approached by Issa Timamy the present Governor He had called me from a hospital bed in Nairobi
of Lamu to accompany him to Mpeketoni where for telling me he was recovering and would be coming to
three days we visited over 30 villages and that time, Mombasa as soon as he was fit .
Abdulwahab was the body guard of Mr. Timamy. He never did and he was buried at Kikowani the next
At one time as they went for prayers, he left his gun day .
with me and I was terrified of the pistol which I put These were friends of mine and I must admit that they
in the glove compartment as I waited for the mid day were special.
prayers to end. Rest in peace Quincy Rashid !
This is how much he trusted me.

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ARTS & CULTURE

ARTISTS DOMINATE ten years and it is during Odotte’s tenure that the club
has bounced back to its character as a leading venue
LTC POLLS AS for artistic expression. High among the accolades the
club has added to the artistic element is the staging of
ODOTTE WINS numerous plays which keeps the youthful members
of the club engaged positively saving them from the
The Little Theatre Club held its annual elections decadence of unfulfilled promises. At least every
which were won by the incumbent Chairman month , there is a play or two without fail by groups
Peter Oduor Odotte. The LTC is the only Theatre that have seen the emergence of new stars like Ashik
club in the Coastal belt and offers a wide range Yusuf and Stephanie Maseki proving to be one of
of entertainments in the form of cultural and artistic the most dynamic directors of the plays showing at
presentations mainly in the form of plays, live and the Little Theatre. They last appeared as the King
recorded music, poetry recitals and other traditional and Queen of Mombasa in Kuldip Sondhi’s last play
forms of expression. The Elections threatened to tear Don Geronimo which was very well attended after a
the club down the middle with the Vice Chairman publicity blitz and were both elected to the committee
Wilfred Oluga throwing his hat in the ring seeking to to represent the members. Today, the club has a
depose his boss. The issues that were threatening to Karaoke every Friday where the middle class come to
tear the club down the line was the fact that in Oluga’s sing songs from their past years with exciting and at
line up there was barely any artist and there were fears times hilarious interludes as the youthful members
that the group was representing external forces who join in their hip hop and blues renditions. The club
were angling themselves for rewards in the future. also has a gig every Monday at the beginning of the
The Club is likely to benefit from a Ksh 100 million month where members of the Mombasa sixties and
grant from the Ministry of Sports and Culture and seventies live bands come to the club to mix with the
this was seen as the driving force behind some of the younger generation and hoping pass them something.
backers of the opposition. He was beaten by Odotte My first time there excited me to the bones and I have
by a double margin scoring only 23 to the victors 55 always sought when they are playing again to relive
votes. The backers of Odotte had some moral mileage my Sixties and Seventies fervor as I grew up. The last
to their campaign as they kept the issue of the control time I went there was to listen to Bango like stuff
of the Club by artists at the helm. The group was led by played by some old time musicians and I was lucky to
the Club Trustee Mr. Kuldip Sondhi of the Reef Hotel meet some of my old friends from the Safari Sounds
Group , Bwanaheri Kalela a former Chairman of the band , some members of the Mombasa Roots Band
LTC (2004-2006), Njuguna Mutonya another former and the idea is catching up despite low publicity.
Chairman (2006-2008) , Robin Momanyi a former Looks like the Little Theatre Club is back for real!
Treasurer and Patricia Scott a former past Treasurer .
LITTLE THEATRE CLUB 2016 AGM ELECTION RESULTS

CHAIRMAN VOTES

PETER ODOTE 55

WILFRED OLUGA 23

HON. SECRETARY VOTES
J0NES OKWARO 45
STEVE KWENA 30

Newly elected officials join Ashik Shah and Stephanie HON. TREASURER VOTES
MUGA JN 41
Peter Odotte in celebration Maseki celebrate after the HOPE BARAKA 34

after the results victory COMMITTEE MEMBERS VOTES
STEPHANIE MASEKI 66
They also had the tacit approval of the Cabinet CAROLYNE NGOROBI 61
ASHIK YUSUF 55
Secretary for Tourism Mr. Najib Balala who serves as JACK MAINA 44
FAMMY MOHAMMED 44
the Club patron. HILARY NAMANJE 41
LUCY SYOKAU 41
This group enjoyed the support of the artists who ELIJA KAIRU 29
VIVIAN CHEPKIRUI 29
flocked the club to use their vote to stop the group
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from sweeping the polls and consigning the artists to

the periphery. That was not to be as the club which

has now got the highest number of artists since it

came to be courtesy of the mobilization of the current

chairman. The LTC as is commonly referred to by

Members first came to the lime light in the 1990’s

when African members angered at the haughty

nature of the members of the White community

rebelled and sought to liberalize the club.The

liberalization happened over a period of more than

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ARTS & CULTURE

TEN BALLS
HITS THE
MOMBASA
CIRCUIT

When Kiboma
Kasambala
Chibupa
walked into
my house recently,
he looked like any
other teenager
courtesy of his
hair styles and
dressing.
He was
coming to
invite me for
a launch of a
Video which
he has
compiled
with his
friends the
next week
and I was

not anxious to go. and went to school in Kinyerezi Secondary school
On the day they were launching the video, the event and started singing with the Evangelist Assemblies of
started late at the Valencia Club in Mombasa which God Tanzania(EAGT).
was packed with fun lovers. He first came to Kenya in 2011 and that’s the time his
I started querying my relationship with Chibupa who struggle with Music started.
everyone was calling Ten Ballz. “My plan is to make sure I become an international
But it was not until they started singing with his artist and my songs to be known all over the world
pal Mikirinni that I decided that in my coming I was “He told me in an interview recently.
witnessing stardom in the making. He has performed at Voi with Top C of ULOFA fame
Everyone in the Club seemed to know the songs and in 2015 performed in Lenana High School and at
especially WALISEMA SANA featuring Ten Ballz with Club Mimosa.
PT a Rapper from Denmark and the feisty WALE PALE I met him during a show at the Alliance Francaise
played by Ten Ballz and Mikirinni. where he performed for a group and I believe his
The crowd was on their feet and there was a strong time has come to shine.
jam going on.
They were forced by the crowd to redo the pieces
and I was convinced that in both of them and
especially Ten Ballz we were just waiting for the
pronouncement by the media of their star status.
Ten Ballz was born 1990 in Magoza, Dar es Salaam

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LAND FOR SALE

1. LOCATION

Voi is a market town in southern Kenya, lying on the edge of the Tsavo National Park. It lies
at the junction of the railway lines from Nairobi to Mombasa and Taveta. Also the Voi Sisal
Estates are located near the town. Voi is also located near some Taita villages like, Ikanga
and Mkwachunyi.
Voi’s town centre consists of mostly general stores, shops, markets, kiosks and few hotels.
Most lodges are located in the suburbs or on the edge of the small town. Voi is also home
to a train station.
Voi is located in the Taita-Taveta District, Coast Province. It recently became a district.
According to local history the name of town comes from a slave trader called Chief Kivoi
who settled near the Voi river about 400 hundred years ago. There after the town grew as a
trade post between the local Taita people, other Kenyan tribes and Arabs.
The town started to grow at the end of the 19th century when the Uganda Railway was
constructed. People started to move in to work on the railway and the nearby sisal estates.

2. SITUATION

The subject land straddles the Mombasa to Nairobi Road and form the majority of the
southern part of Voi Town.

3. LR NUMBER

We have inspected a copy of Title Deed supplied to us by the purchasers, from this we note
that the property is known as LR No: 28683.
A measured survey was effected by Edward Kiguru Land Surveyors. We note that the entire
demise extends to ONE THOUSAND NINE HUNDRED AND FIFTY THREE (1,953 Ha)
hectares or thereabouts. This equates to about 4,825.80 acres.

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