Coastweek Newspaper Vol 11 No 38 (September 23-29,1988)

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Nyayo Celebrations Gala Evening Set for the Coast: A grand gala evening is planned to mark the "Nyayo Era" celebrations at the Coast. Cabinet ministers, heads of provincial and district departments, as well as private sector dignitaries, are expected to attend. The event will feature a raffle and auction, with the master of ceremonies being Mr. Juhe Vampa. Donations are still being accepted for the occasion. Mombasa K.A.N.U. Team Elected Unopposed: Mombasa's KANU leadership, led by Shariff Nassir, was elected unopposed in a show of unity. Over 400 delegates gathered at Mombasa Stadium to cast their votes, with the elections proceeding peacefully. The Coast Provincial Commissioner, Mr. Paul Langat, expressed satisfaction with the smooth process, lauding the political maturity displayed. This result further solidified Nassir's influence in Mombasa's political landscape. British Foreign Secretary Sir Geoffrey Visits Zanzibar: British Foreign Secretary Sir Geoffrey Howe visited Zanzibar, highlighting the longstanding relations between the UK and East Africa, dating back to 1841. He pledged continued British support for agricultural research, particularly for addressing clove tree diseases, which are vital to Zanzibar's economy French Navy Warship Visits Mombasa: The French Navy's warship Duquesne, under the command of Captain de Vaiana Morel, docked in Mombasa for a five-day visit. The 6,000-ton warship carried a crew of 170 sailors, showcasing France’s naval cooperation with Kenya.