Inside this Issue:
Coastweek Staffer Wins American Press Scholarship: Gray Phombeah, a journalist with Coastweek, has been awarded the prestigious Alfred Friendly Press Fellowship. He will spend six months in the United States writing and contributing to major publications. Phombeah is the first Coastweek journalist to receive this fellowship and will join nine other international journalists for this opportunity. Hundreds Attend Lions' Msambweni Free Medical Camp: The Lions Club of Msambweni held a free medical camp attended by hundreds of locals. The event, supported by the Coast Provincial Commissioner, offered essential medical services and was praised for its impact on the community. Karibu Airbus: Kenya Airways' new Airbus A330-300, named Nyayo Star, received a grand welcome at Mombasa's Moi International Airport. The aircraft, which can seat 12 in business class and 144 in economy, is set to enhance Kenya Airways' capabilities and competitiveness in regional and long-haul flights. President Daniel arap Moi was present for the ceremonial welcome- Reported by Gray Phombeah. Dancing Away to the Top: The Radhe Krishna Milan performance won first prize in the Dance Section during the Cultural Variety event held at Mombasa's Lola Ambly Hall. The event showcased traditional and cultural dance performances.
