More than 500 residents of Miritini were presented with title deeds on Saturday, as part of a land regularisation exercise spearheaded by the Mombasa County Government.

The residents mainly from the Miritini Site and Service Scheme, launched in 1986 with support from the World Bank and handed over to residents in 1996 could not hide their joy as they received the imporant document.

The scheme has since developed into a residential neighbourhood with key infrastructure such as piped water, sewerage, electricity, drainage and paved roads.

Out of 921 plots within the scheme, 420 had already been titled in earlier phases. The latest round saw more than 400 plots regularised, with officials assuring residents that the remaining titles would also be processed.

"I have lived here for over 15 years without a title deed, I have always been living in fear not knowing what will happen to my piece but thank God that I can now sleep well with no worries. My appreciation to our Governor Nassir and area Mp Badi Twalib for initiating this important step." said Halima Omar, one of the beneficiaries.

Speaking during the event area Mp Badi Twalib revealed that he was also a beneficiary.

"I have been a squatter. It is not that I lacked the means to acquire land, but I deliberately waited so that I could go through this process with my people. I wanted to show that I am not above the struggles they face,” said Badi.

Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir noted that he plans to issue over 30,000 title deeds to residents before 2027.

"This milestone not only empowers families with the security of ownership but also strengthens our County by expanding our valuation roll and increasing revenue to serve our people better. We are organized and have a serious plan to expand this initiative to other parts of the county in an orderly fashion." said Nassir.

Adding "My Plan is to ensure that at 30,000 title deeds are issued by 2027. My plea to you as Mombasa residents is please be careful of politicians who want to use the land issue to divide us."

On his part, the County  Executive Member (CECM) for Lands and Planning Mohamed Hussein urged the residents to be vigilant against land cartels.

"We are committed to resolving the land issues in Mombasa, but we need your help. Stay alert and avoid falling victim to fraudulent schemes,” Hussein advised.

The event was also graced by top national and regional leaders, including former Mombasa Governor and current Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, MPs Junet Mohamed, Edwin Sifuna, Omar Mwinyi, Zamzam Mohamed, Rashid Bedzimba, Mishi Mboko, Rozah Buyu, Beatrice Elachi, Renee Mayaka, and a host of MCAs and County Executive Members.

NETSCOUT SYSTEMS, INC. has released its latest global threat intelligence report, revealing that South Africa, Morocco and Kenya were the three most targeted African countries for Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks in the first half of 2025.

South African sectors take DDoS strain

South Africa ranked as the continent’s primary hotspot, recording 213,523 DDoS attacks during the six-month period. Several of its industries featured prominently among the most attacked at a global level. These sectors included:

• Insurance agencies and brokerages – first worldwide, with 6,680 attacks;
• Other computer-related services – first worldwide, with 18,243 attacks (Kenya followed in second place with 8,730);
• Portfolio management and investment advice – first worldwide, with 1,571 attacks (Kenya again came in second with 720);
• Commercial banking – second worldwide, with 4,653 attacks;
• Electronics and appliance retailers – third worldwide, with 255 attacks;
• Electronics computer manufacturing – third worldwide, with 525 attacks; and
• Wireless telecommunications carriers (except satellite) – South Africa ranked fourth globally with 126,551 attacks, while Morocco placed tenth with 64,517.

The report also showed that Seychelles was positioned as sixth globally for attacks on software publishers (183), while Nigeria uniquely recorded 108 incidents aimed at beauty salons, the only country in the world to have this sector noted in the report.

While South Africa remained the most attacked African nation, Morocco ranked second with 75,624 DDoS incidents, and Kenya third with 46,786 attacks during the first half of 2025. Together, these three countries accounted for the vast majority of malicious activity across the continent.

Complex multivector events in South Africa, Kenya, Libya and Nigeria

NETSCOUT’s research showed that South Africa, Kenya, Libya and Nigeria all recorded 23 attack vectors in a single attack, followed closely by Morocco with 20. 

Attack vectors refer to the different methods cybercriminals use to overwhelm their targets. The most commonly seen examples in Africa for the first six months of 2025 ranged from DS (destination port floods) to Dn (DNS query floods) and Ta (TCP ACK floods). The increasing variety of vectors shows that attackers are using multi-layered techniques to bypass defences and cause maximum disruption.

Tunisia sees longest, largest attack

In terms of duration, Tunisia experienced the longest single DDoS attack in Africa, clocking in at 418.68 minutes (nearly seven hours). Other countries close behind included Côte d’Ivoire (415.34 minutes), Burkina Faso (356.49 minutes), Mali (336.63 minutes), and Libya (242.6 minutes). Such prolonged attacks emphasise the persistence of adversaries in attempting to cripple connectivity and online services.

The report also revealed the largest DDoS attack statistics observed in selected African nations, as follows:

• Tunisia –maximum bandwidth of 756.61 Gbps and throughput of 49.51 Mpps, recorded across 6,346 attacks;
• Algeria - maximum bandwidth of 432.02 Gbps, throughput of 41.05 Mpps, noted across 186 attacks; and
• South Africa - maximum bandwidth of 312.46 Gbps and throughput of 27.46 Mpps, detailed across 213,523 attacks.

Commenting on the findings, Bryan Hamman, regional director for Africa at NETSCOUT, said: “NETSCOUT’s latest threat intelligence underlines how Africa is firmly in the sights of global cybercriminals. South Africa continues to experience extremely high volumes of DDoS activity, with its critical industries increasingly under threat. 

“At the same time, Morocco, Kenya and other nations are facing rising attack sophistication, as shown by the high number of vectors. The prolonged strikes in Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Mali and Libya, alongside record-breaking bandwidths and throughputs, further demonstrate the determination of attackers to disrupt essential services,” he added.

“As connectivity expands and the digital economy matures across Africa, organisations must recognise the essential need for intelligence-driven, proven DDoS defences that can truly safeguard their operations, customers, and reputations.”

NETSCOUT maps the DDoS landscape through passive, active, and reactive vantage points, providing unparalleled visibility into global attack trends. NETSCOUT protects two-thirds of the routed IPv4 space, securing network edges that carried global peak traffic of over 800 Tbps in 1H2025. It monitors tens of thousands of daily DDoS attacks by tracking multiple botnets and DDoS-for-hire services that leverage millions of abused or compromised devices.

The Media Council of Kenya (MCK) and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) have signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in Nairobi to promote a professional and responsible media environment in preparation for Kenya’s 2027 general election and upcoming by-elections.

The agreement outlines a collaborative approach to support journalist training, media accreditation, and improved access to reliable electoral information.

IEBC Chairman Dr Erastus Ethekon described the MoU as a vital step towards ensuring free, fair, and transparent elections.“This partnership reflects our shared commitment to building public confidence in the electoral process,” he said.

Adding “Hate speech, ethnic division, and intimidation have no place in our elections. The media has a crucial role in shaping elections positively, and we aim to support open and credible outcomes."

MCK CEO David Omwoyo reaffirmed the Council’s dedication to maintaining high journalistic standards.“This MoU represents our joint effort to encourage ethical, accurate, and responsible media coverage,” he said.

Adding “We are actively engaging stakeholders such as the Kenya Union of Journalists, Kenya Editors Guild, and Bloggers Association of Kenya to reinforce our support for free and fair elections.”

Mr Omwoyo stressed the importance of addressing misinformation and disinformation, particularly given the challenges posed by artificial intelligence and deepfakes. “As we approach 2027, tackling disinformation through enhanced media and digital literacy is essential to empower voters,” he said.

Commissioner Dr Alutalala Mukhwana, Chair of IEBC Communications and Publicity Committee, highlighted the importance of effective communication given the significance of elections. "We are committed to working closely with the media to share timely and accurate information with the public,” he said.

The MoU establishes a wide-ranging framework for collaboration, including training for journalists, independent content producers, and media practitioners on electoral processes, democracy, governance, and social development, with the IEBC providing expert facilitators.

It also encompasses capacity-building for IEBC Commissioners, staff, Returning Officers, and other personnel in media relations, crisis communication, and public speaking, alongside a streamlined accreditation process requiring journalists to present a valid MCK accreditation card or number to ensure professionalism.

To enhance access to electoral information, the partnership will establish media centres to provide journalists with supportive working environments and support joint voter and civic education initiatives to promote digital literacy and public awareness of the electoral process.

Further, a collaborative fact-checking platform will be set up to counter misinformation and disinformation related to elections, with further opportunities for cooperation to be explored as mutually agreed, marking a significant milestone in fostering credible elections and an informed electorate.

The MoU marks a significant milestone in ensuring Kenya’s media and electoral institutions collaborate effectively to support credible elections and an informed electorate.

The Technical University of Mombasa (TUM) has marked a historic milestone with the launch of the first School of Medicine and Health Sciences.

Leaders present during the launch led by County Governor Abdulswamad Nassir hailed the move describing the moment as a breakthrough for the Coast.

“This is a historic day for Mombasa. We have opened doors for our youth and secured the future of healthcare in our county. Each sub-county will have two top students on full scholarship, who will remain to serve our people,”

Nassir also revealed that the county government has sponsored 12 students to study medicine at the new school.

 Mombasa Senator Mohammed Faki called on the youth from Mombasa county to take advantage of the new school to pursue their careers.

"We now have our own school of medicine here, you do not need to travel all the way to Nairobi or other areas, soi my call to you is take full advantage of this new school. As your leaders we are ready to help you where we can." said Faki.

On her part Professor Marleen Temmerman, from Ghent University in Belgium who are part of the funders of the project, commended the National and County governments for their cooperation towards achieving the project.

“This year, 60 students began their six-year journey to become doctors, 12 of them supported by the governor’s scholarships. With partnerships between TUM, Ghent University, and the Coast General Teaching and Referral Hospital, students will gain world-class training and hands-on experience in both hospitals and community facilities,” Prof. Temmerman said.

Jomvu Mp Badi Twalib commended the university's management for the achievement noting that the move now puts Mombasa in the national market.

"I remember very well that sometimes back I raised an issue in Parliament on why we do not have a medicine school, I have also had several discussions with the Vice Chancellor concerning the same,  it gives me a lot of joy to witness this happening." noted Badi.

This new achievement makes TUM one of only thirteen universities in Kenya chartered to offer medicine.

The Bloggers Association of Kenya (BAKE) has announce the official launch of the BAKE Awards 2025.

The launch coincides with the opening of the submission phase of the competition, which begins today.

In its ninth year, the BAKE Awards has evolved from a competition exclusively for bloggers to a celebration of all facets of online content creation.

The awards now recognize and honour exceptional creators on various platforms, including blogs, social media channels like Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Twitter, as well as podcasting platforms such as Spotify and YouTube.

The BAKE Awards 2025 will kick off with the submission period, accepting entries in various categories from September 9th to October 8th, 2025.

Following this, a panel of judges will select the top five nominees in each category, who will then be put to a public vote.

The winners will be celebrated and announced in December.

The official timeline for the BAKE Awards 2025 is as follows:

Submissions Phase: September 10th to October 8th, 2025

Judging Phase: October 9th to October 30th, 2025

Online Voting: November 3rd to December 2nd, 2025

Winners’ Announcement: December 6th, 2025

Submissions will be accepted in 23 distinct categories.

A creator can only be submitted in one category, with the exception of new creators (those who started between January 2024 and December 2024), who are eligible for both the New Creator category and one other category that best suits their content.

"We are incredibly proud to see how the BAKE Awards have grown over the past nine years,” said Kennedy Kachwanya, BAKE chairperson.

Adding “The awards are a testament to the vibrant and ever-evolving landscape of digital content creation in Kenya. We are excited to once again honor the remarkable talent that exists across a diverse range of platforms.”

To submit creators for the BAKE Awards 2025, please visit bakeawards.co.ke/submit.

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to patient safety as a cornerstone of Universal Health Coverage.

Speaking at the Worl patient safety Day symposium hosted by the Aga Khan University Hospital, Public Health Princcipal secretary Mary Muthoni noted that the government has made this ppossible through rolling out key initiatives including the Community Health Strategy, the Primary Healthcare Fund, and the electronic Community Health Information System (eCHIS) to enhance early detection, prevent medical errors, and strengthen accountability across the health system.

Muthoni, emphasized the need to integrate patient safety from childbirth through early childhood. She acknowledged progress made in reducing child mortality but cautioned that preventable causes such as birth asphyxia, prematurity, and infections continue to pose serious challenges.

"Patient safety is not a checklist but a shared value,” she said, calling for stronger collaboration among healthcare workers, institutions, and partners to ensure safe and quality care.

The Principal Secretary further affirmed that safeguarding newborns and children reflects the true strength of Kenya’s health system and represents a vital step toward the full realization of Universal Health Coverage.

The Safaricom Chapa Dimba All-Stars team officially kicked off their weeklong Spanish training camp on Monday with world-class football sessions and friendly matches against SD Huesca’s Academy at the club’s training facilities.

In the morning, the team was welcomed and taken through an orientation of the facilities before attending masterclasses.

They later joined Huesca’s U23 Academy for an intensive training session, and in the afternoon, visited the historic Casco Histórico de Huesca for a cultural experience.

The players underwent through intensive training sessions led by SD Huesca’s top coaches, focusing on tactical drills, technical ball work, fitness, and mental preparation.

The session exposed the All-Stars to modern football technics aimed at sharpening their skills and equipping them for both local and international opportunities in their football careers.

“My focus was on teaching them how to play faster, keeping the ball moving and ensuring that every player adjusts their movement accordingly. It’s not something you master overnight, but they are already grasping the concept. Their progress so far is impressive, and I believe they have what it takes to grow into top-level players,” said Juan Ramon Fung, Coach for U23 SD Huesca C

Later In the evening session, the All-Stars Girls team played against SD Huesca U13 boys team in a friendly match that ended in a 2-2 draw.

These matches not only tested their technical and physical abilities but also offered valuable lessons in teamwork, positioning, and game management against a professional academy setup.

“Facing the U13 boys’ team was a good challenge, and I picked up a lot both from the training session and the match. As a striker, you have to be sharp inside the box, making quick decisions, taking fewer touches, and finishing chances without hesitation. The week is just beginning, and I am eager to pick up even more in the sessions to come.” Said Martha Nafula, All Star player.

Today, the team will continue with masterclass sessions and training before the boys’ side faces SD Huesca’s U23 team in the evening for a friendly match.

The international trip is part of the Safaricom Chapa Dimba Season 4 program, which aims to nurture grassroots football talent, provide exposure, and create pathways for young players to pursue professional football careers.

The week-long tour in Spain includes training camps, cultural exchanges, and more friendlies

The British High Commission and Manufacturing Africa hosted an Investor Night to spotlight seven innovative Kenyan startups from the second cohort of the UK-funded Green Business Building (GBB) Accelerator Programme.

The event provided a platform for the startups to pitch their green manufacturing solutions to potential investors, following three months of intensive business development training and mentorship.

This is rooted in the new Kenya-UK strategic partnership, built on shared values and bold ambition and set apart by the exceptional talents of our people.

The featured startups - Bio Food, eBee, Eco-Charge, Green Stem, ikwetta, Irri-Hub, and Pyrogen - presented their business models to a room of venture capitalists, impact investors, and ecosystem stakeholders.

The pitching session marked a key milestone in their journey, aimed at unlocking funding and strategic partnerships.

Speaking at the event, the Acting British High Commissioner, Dr Ed Barnett, said:

“Kenya’s green manufacturing sector is bursting with innovation and potential. Through programmes like the Green Business Building Accelerator, the UK is proud to support Kenyan entrepreneurs who are driving climate-smart solutions and harnessing technology to build a more sustainable future."

“This accelerator programme will soon be complemented by the Green Manufacturing Platform, an investment solution launched with UK funding, tailored to the needs of rapidly scaling green businesses run by Kenya’s ambitious tech entrepreneurs. Kenya and the UK are working hard to go far, together.”

Thomas Pascoe, Manufacturing Africa program Team Leader said, "The Green Business Building accelerator is an incredibly rigorous programme which takes a set of high potential businesses and partners with them to really refine their business strategy and approach to investors over a four-month period. "

Adding "We are excited that the second cohort will have a chance to connect with the investor ecosystem in Nairobi, and we strongly believe that supporting them at this early stage will drive job creation, tax revenue and Kenya’s green industrial leadership position well into the future.”

Mary Nyambura, Founder & CEO, Eco-Charge said "The GBB accelerator offered clear, actionable insights and valuable connections. It was a powerful catalyst for refining strategy and gaining momentum. It has helped us understand what kind of investments we need, right investors to approach and how to approach them”

The evening also saw the GBB Accelerator welcome its third cohort , placing a strong emphasis on women-owned and women-led businesses.

The six selected startups -Takazuri, Grounded, TenX, Cinch, Nasaru Naturals, and Frozen Isle - will begin their formal mentorship journey under the programme, chosen for their potential to scale and attract investment.

The GBB Accelerator offers tailored strategic and operational support, leadership development, and access to premier investor networks.

Through this initiative, the UK government is supporting Kenya’s transition to a green economy, helping unlock new industries that drive inclusive growth and trade.

Research by Manufacturing Africa indicates that green manufacturing opportunities in Kenya could generate $2-4 billion in annual revenues by 2030, creating over 200,000 direct and indirect jobs.