Coastweek Newspaper Vol 9 No 32 (July 25-31,1986)

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New Water-Sports Centre at Bamburi Beach Hotel: A new water-sports centre, named TIP TOP, is set to open in August at Bamburi Beach Hotel on the North Coast. The facility will offer activities such as windsurfing, sailing, snorkeling, and kayak racing. It is expected to boost tourism by providing a range of adventurous water sports for visitors. Mombasa Mayor Defends Council Amid Public Criticism: Mombasa Mayor Ahmed Mwidani responded to growing public criticism regarding the city’s infrastructure, including road repairs, social amenities, and waste collection: The mayor emphasized that the Municipal Council is working with limited resources while trying to address numerous issues. Despite the challenges, he assured that significant projects, such as health centers and educational facilities, have been completed and millions have been spent on ongoing repairs and civil works.Shady North Coast Land Deals Lead to Suspensions: Four officials from the North Coast Land Adjudication Department were suspended following a land allocation scandal. They were accused of illegally allocating land to themselves and wealthy individuals, often at the expense of local farmers. Authorities are now investigating the matter, and affected farmers have been encouraged to report to the land registrar for further action.VOI Bandits Shot During Police Encounter: A police patrol in Voi Division, Taita Taveta District, resulted in one bandit being killed and another wounded in an exchange of gunfire. The injured bandit was admitted to Voi District Hospital, while two other bandits managed to escape. Police recovered two rifles and several rounds of ammunition from the scene.