Coastweek Newspaper Vol 11 No 8 (February 26-March 3,1988)

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Sal Davis Withdraws from Kisauni Elections: Salim Abdellah Salim, popularly known as the entertainer Sal Davis, has withdrawn from the Kisauni elections in support of former MP, Mr. Said Hemed. Sal Davis shared with Coastweek that his decision was influenced by his belief in unity and avoiding a three-way race, as Mr. Hemed was a capable leader. He encouraged voters to support Hemed and emphasized his continued commitment to worthwhile projects in Kisauni. Luxury Cruise Liner Queen Elizabeth II Calls on Mombasa: The famous British cruise ship Queen Elizabeth II, owned and operated by Cunard, made a brief 36-hour call on Mombasa on March 1st, 1988. Passengers enjoyed safaris and local tours while some disembarked to continue other travel plans. Local agents expressed excitement about this high-profile visit. Shariff Nassir Triumphs in Mvita Constituency: In an overwhelming victory, Shariff Nassir, the Mombasa KANU Chairman, won his seat in Mvita unopposed, receiving 81% of the vote. Three of his civic candidates also went unopposed, marking this as a politically impactful event. Nassir remains a steadfast promoter of the queuing system, which has become a cornerstone of KANU’s grassroots democracy. Causeway Plan to Link Likoni Proposed: The Mombasa and Coast Tourist Association (MCTA) suggested the construction of a causeway linking Port Reitz to Mtorigwe to alleviate the ferry congestion between Mombasa and the south coast. The MCTA is set to submit a memorandum to the Provincial Commissioner, alongside the Kenya Association of Hotelkeepers and Caterers. The causeway is expected to improve the tourism infrastructure and ease travel for those working or staying on the south coast.