Coastweek Newspaper Vol 9 No 31 (July 18-24,1986)

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More Judges to Clear 'Civil Backlog': A new judicial system will be introduced in September to speed up civil litigation, especially in personal injury cases. The Chief Justice, C.B. Madan, announced that a separate court stream will handle these cases, with judges exclusively assigned to them. This change is expected to clear the backlog of over 20,000 cases dating back to 1970, improving the efficiency of Kenya’s legal system. Mkomani Harambee Clinic Acquires New Nissan Cabstar: Mkomani Harambee Clinic in Mombasa received a Nissan Cabstar 25-seater bus from DT Dobie and Company Limited to support their operations. The vehicle will aid in the clinic's transportation needs, as it continues serving the community under the management of Dr. Ben Ochieng. Five Stowaways Jailed: Five individuals were jailed in Kilindini Harbour, Mombasa, for illegally boarding a ship. They were sentenced to ten days in prison after being discovered inside the port. Henri Burnier, Former Swiss Consul, Dies: Henri Burnier, the former Swiss Consul at the Coast, passed away after a long illness. Burnier, known for his charitable works in Lamu, was a long-time resident of the area. Road Conditions in Malindi Impact Tourism: Poor road conditions in Malindi have negatively affected local hoteliers, discouraging tourism. Recent reports from Europe indicated cases of malaria contracted in Malindi, further complicating the area's tourism prospects. KANU Raises Funds for Kwale Township Project: The KANU branch in Kwale is raising five million shillings for the construction of new KANU quarters. Branch chairman Kevin Bakan Mwaru expressed optimism about the project's progress. Mombasa Polytechnic Celebrates Status Upgrade: Mombasa Polytechnic will hold a ceremony in October to commemorate its new status as a polytechnic. The institution invites alumni to contribute early memorabilia, such as press clippings and photos, as part of the celebration.