https://coastweek.tum.ac.ke:8080/xmlui/handle/coastweek/1644 2026-05-05T17:28:57Z https://coastweek.tum.ac.ke:8080/xmlui/handle/coastweek/1949 Coastweek Newspaper Vol 40 No 37 (September 29-05 October,2017) Coastweek, Newspaper IN THIS ISSUE: Fake News Commentary: An editorial discusses the impact of fake news on Kenyan society, particularly in the context of recent political events. The commentary highlights the divisive effects of misinformation and its potential to harm societal relationships and trust: Base Titanium Scholarships: Base Titanium has awarded scholarships to 100 students from Kwale and Likoni sub-counties. This initiative supports students pursuing various courses, including nursing, engineering, and other vocational studies. The scholarships were awarded through a competitive selection process:NOktoberfest at Tamarind Mombasa: Tamarind Restaurant in Mombasa is hosting an Oktoberfest event on October 7th. The event features grills, beer on tap, live music with a special performance by "Men of Steel," and runs from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. 2017-09-29T00:00:00Z https://coastweek.tum.ac.ke:8080/xmlui/handle/coastweek/1948 Coastweek Newspaper Vol 40 No 36 (September 22-28,2017) Coastweek, Newspaper IN THIS ISSUE: International Coastal Cleanup '17: Volunteers participated in the global Coastal Cleanup event on September 16, 2017, organized by Kenya Conservation Aquatic Resources. The cleanup focused on removing plastic trash from selected beaches, including those in Msambweni and the South Coast. This annual event aims to address ocean pollution, with plastic waste being a significant concern for marine life: Oktoberfest at Cocos Beach Bar: Cocos Beach Bar is hosting an Oktoberfest celebration from September 15th to October 8th, 2017. The event features German snacks and beer combos available daily from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Additionally, Sarova Whitesands Beach Resort & Spa is offering a special German barbecue lunch on October 8th: Coastal Breeze Restaurant Fire: Coastal Breeze Restaurant at Bamburi Beach experienced a fire that caused significant damage. The incident was reported to be under control, and there were no injuries. The restaurant’s staff and nearby facilities ensured the safety of guests and the surrounding area. 2017-09-15T00:00:00Z https://coastweek.tum.ac.ke:8080/xmlui/handle/coastweek/1947 Coastweek Newspaper Vol 40 No 35 (September 15-21,2017) Coastweek, Newspaper IN THIS ISSUE: NAC Rally Team's New Safari Classic Challenger: The NAC Rally Team from Poland is preparing their Mercedes 350 SC for the Kenya Airways East African Safari Classic Rally. The car, which previously competed in the 2015 rally, is undergoing modifications, including engine downsizing and weight reduction, to enhance its performance for this year's event. The rally is scheduled to start on November 23rd and finish on December 1st at Sarova Whitesands: Recovery of Kenya's Retail Sector: Kenya's retail sector is showing signs of recovery after facing challenges due to high debt, governance issues, and election-related uncertainties. Cabinet Secretary for Industry, Trade, and Cooperatives, Adan Mohamed, reported improvements and ongoing efforts to stabilize and boost the sector, including government interventions and discussions with stakeholders. 2017-09-15T00:00:00Z https://coastweek.tum.ac.ke:8080/xmlui/handle/coastweek/1946 Coastweek Newspaper Vol 40 No 34 (September 8-14,2017) Coastweek, Newspaper IN THIS ISSUE: Nyali Beach Hotel Rebrands as Sun Africa Hotel: The iconic Nyali Beach Hotel, a renowned 170-room resort in Mombasa, has rebranded and is now known as Nyali Sun Africa Beach Hotel and Spa. This change marks a significant development in the dynamic coast tourism industry, reflecting the new management by Sun Africa Hotels. 2017-09-08T00:00:00Z