Articles - Exploring Mombasa

Nguuni Nature Sanctuary: A Serene Refuge for Giraffe Lovers

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May 5, 2022 8:53 am
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Nguuni nature sanctuary Mombasa offers a one-of-a-kind experience for those who are enamoured by the elegance of giraffes. Here, you can come face to face with these majestic creatures as they roam freely in their natural habitat. With the recent downpour of the late April rains, Nguuni nature sanctuary will soon be under a lush green coat of grass flecked with colourful wildflowers. Creating a picture of what Africa should be; miles of open fields where giraffes gracefully roam free, randomly snaking away. A place where the skyline lacks the very destructive human touch.Just ten minutes away from Bamburi, Nguuni Nature Sanctuary is a reclaimed 28 acres patch of land adorned with acacia trees, shrubs, and ponds. Once considered infertile and inhabitable, Nguuni’s nature sanctuary is a result of one man’s ( Dr. Rene Haller) vision that saw an exhausted quarry turned into an oasis where animals and birds now thrive. The sanctuary is home to families of giraffes, onyx, birds, snakes, bees, and elands.It provides a perfect picnic location set against a stunning backdrop with a healthy number of giraffes that will happily photobomb you, giving you Instagram-worthy out-of-Africa pictures enough to give any influencer a tone of the much-coveted likes. The scenery at Nguuni Nature Sanctuary dramatically changes with the change of seasons. During the wet months of the year, this expanse of wilderness transitions into a photogenic green landscape with lots of colourful wildflowers, and when the rain goes, it turns into a savanna landscape. The wet months offer the most beautiful scenery. Though muddy and sometimes slippery if you are walking, a visit during the days when the rain breaks and the sky is clear is the most preferable for many visitors. The afternoons are better as the guides hold animal feeding sessions, and you get a bonus of the sun setting behind the Nguu Tatu Hills. The sanctuary offers a range of amenities and facilities, including picnic grounds, an events area, camping grounds, a public library, and a dispensary for the locals. The management could consider adding a few other species like zebras and maybe another ostrich to keep the one already there company. Guides are available upon request at the entrance, and they provide visitors with informative and educational tours of the sanctuary. It’s always crucial to respect wild animals and their habitats, and the guides will give visitors safety tips and guidelines to follow while visiting the sanctuary. Nguuni Nature Sanctuary is an excellent destination for families, couples, friends, and solo travellers. Visitors are advised to wear closed-toe footwear if trekking up, comfortable clothing, a hat, and sunscreen. It’s also essential to bring a happy attitude, friends, snacks, and a camera to capture the beauty of the sanctuary. Admission Fees and Hours at Nguuni Nature Sanctuary Nguuni Nature Sanctuary welcomes both residents and non-residents, with different admission rates. Resident adults can enjoy the sanctuary for Kshs. 350.00, while non-resident adults will be charged Kshs. 800.00. The sanctuary is open every day from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Contact: 0700 337068 Location: Off Kiembeni Road, Mombasa Reminders, always respect wild animals.

Mombasa rising into a start-up destination

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April 27, 2022 3:11 pm
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Known worldwide for its historical significance, beaches, and beautiful weather, Mombasa is slowly rising into a start-up destination in Kenya, a domain currently dominated by Nairobi. The term ‘start-up’ refers to a company in the first stages of operations. Founded by one or more entrepreneurs, these companies generally start with high costs and limited revenue, thus looking for funding from various sources, such as venture capitalists. Steered by the set up of new digital companies, Mombasa emerged as the second most preferred destination for start-ups after Nairobi, according to StartupBlink’s (a Swiss-based online platform that provides matchmaking services allowing entrepreneurs to find cofounders) most recent report. Mombasa is Kenya’s second city to appear on their start-upstart-up list and was ranked at position 2 in Kenya, 7 in Eastern Africa, and 756 globally among other global cities like Francisco, London, and Nigeria. This is a big achievement for Kenya’s coastal region which currently has 11 start-ups on its list, as opposed to Nairobi which is home to 100 plus start-ups. According to the report, Lagos which is currently sitting at position 122 globally, climbed to the 5th position becoming the highest-ranking African city, at the expense of Nairobi, which is now ranked 136th worldwide, 6th in the Middle East and Africa region, and second in Africa. Some of the firms operating from Mombasa include HydraTech (software and data), Appettea (food tech), Tekizo Africa Limited (energy and environment), Clikham IT Solutions (software and data), and MicroDam Telecomm (Hardware and IoT), Osta Tech Ltd (software and data), AAA Platforms Ltd (software and data), Triplescreen.tv (marketing and sales), Studia Labs (software and data), Brance Technologies (software and data), and M-Tiba (healthcare). While the city of Nairobi decreased 20 spots to 136th globally, Kenya improved one spot this year to rank 61st globally, 1st in Eastern Africa, and 2nd in Africa. San Francisco, New York, Beijing, Los Angeles, London, and Boston are said to offer the best hub for start-ups. In terms of countries, the United States (one), the UK (two), Israel (three), and Canada (four) were ranked as the most favourable countries for start-up companies.

KCPE Exam Results, Best Performers From The Coastal Region

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March 29, 2022 5:45 pm
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Best Performers From The Coastal Region The 2021 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education KCPE exams results were released by Education Cabinet Secretary George Magoha on Monday, March 28, 2022. The results show a high level of performance from students in the coastal region, with several students scoring highly and making it to the top 20 performers list. Leading the pack is 14-year-old Joshua Safari Ziro from Busy Bee School, who emerged as the top Coast student in the examination with an impressive 421 points out of the possible 500. He was closely followed by Amani Wairi George of Nyali Primary, Amaya Lisa Adhiambo of Amani Primary School, and Kelly Baraka of Almona Academy, who tied at position two with 420 marks. It is worth mentioning that the top KCPE candidate in the country is Magata Bruce Mackenzie from Gilgil Hills Academy, who scored 428 marks. He was followed by Momanyi Ashley of Makini School with 427, while the third position went to Muteti Shabtell of Kitengela International School with 426 marks. These impressive results are a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students, as well as the efforts of their teachers and parents. The coastal region has consistently performed well in the KCPE examinations and this year’s results are no exception. With a strong foundation in primary education, these students are well-prepared for the next step in their academic journey.