Joackim Bwana

Kenya, Mombasa

Reporter, Standard Media Group at The Standard (Kenya)

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Court reopens case on KBC land sale in Mombasa

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Housing Finance Company (HFC) logo. [File, Standard]Fresh evidence tabled in court has linked the Housing Finance Company of Kenya (HFCK) to the alleged illegal and fraudulent acquisition of a parcel of public land in Mombasa. The Ethics Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) alleges that HFCK bought the land belonging to Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) from a private firm for Sh40 million.
Monetary stance paying off, says CBK amid falling inflation trend

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Dr Susan Koech when she appeared for interview for the position of Deputy of Deputy Governor Central Bank of Kenya at the Mini Chambers, Parliament, Nairobi.
Kalonzo: Ruto gov't failing Kenyans with tribalism, nepotism, corruption

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka during the final day of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)'s 42nd Annual Seminar (Edition 1) at Sarova Whitesands Hotel in Mombasa County on Friday 23rd May 2025. [Kelvin Karani, Standard]Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has termed President William Ruto’s regime as selfish and riddled with nepotism, tribalism and corruption.
Wamuchomba supports Matiang'i, defends Orwoba

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Hon Gathoni Wamuchomba MP Githunguri Constituency. March 27, 2024. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]Defiant Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has vowed to continue supporting former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i despite criticisms and threats from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). While condemning the expulsion of nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba from the UDA party, Wamuchomba said that she will support Matiang'i, her long-time friend and classmate.
Court orders Kwale county to settle 1,350 squatters on disputed land

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

The High Court in Kwale has ordered the County Government to facilitate subdivision of 100 acres out of the 1000 acres disputed private land to settle squatters. Justice Addraya Dena gave the Kwale County Government 90 days to subdivide the land belonging to Greatcom Limited and settle 1350 squatters on the 100 acres that was set aside for them.
KDF, police millionaires as Harambee Sacco pays 15pc dividend on shares

3 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Former NMS Director General Maj Gen (Rtd) Mohamed Badi receives a certificate during the Harambee DT Sacco Society Ltd Millionaire's club breakfast meeting for top savers at PrideInn Paradise Hotel in Mombasa, on May 13, 2025. [Kelvin Karani, Standard] Harambee Sacco is on the path of financial stability after it cleared Sh6 billion in bad debt and its asset base grew from Sh38.6 billion last year to Sh38.73 billion in 2025.
Tribunal reinstates Cricket Kenya treasurer

3 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Cricket Kenya treasurer Kalpesh Solanki. [File, Standard]A Sports Dispute Tribunal has ordered the reinstatement of Kalpesh Solanki as Cricket Kenya treasurer and as a signatory of the account after unlawful dismissal. The tribunal led by Justices Elynan Sifuna, Gabriel Ouko, and Gichuru Kiplagat said the board did not have the powers to suspend Solanki.
KDF, police millionaires as Harambee Sacco pays 15pc dividend on shares

3 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Former NMS Director General Maj Gen (Rtd) Mohamed Badi receives a certificate during the Harambee DT Sacco Society Ltd Millionaire's club breakfast meeting for top savers at PrideInn Paradise Hotel in Mombasa, on May 13, 2025. [Kelvin Karani, Standard] Harambee Sacco is on the path of financial stability after it cleared Sh6 billion in bad debt and its asset base grew from Sh38.6 billion last year to Sh38.73 billion in 2025.
Foreign doctors and medical colleges to be vetted to root out quack doctors

3 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Health CS Aden Duale during the launch of the Kenya National Public Health Institute (KNPHI) at KICC Nairobi on May 8, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]In its plan to crack down on quacks in the health sector, the government will re-vet and re-license all medical training colleges and foreign doctors operating in the country.
Kiambu senator Thang'wa loses bid to stop Sh2.5m child support case

1 month ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Joackim Bwana

Kiambu Senator Karungo Thang'wa Chairing Senate Committee on Roads, Transportation and Housing at Bunge Tower in Nairobi on September 03, 2024. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]The Nairobi High Court has dismissed an appeal by Kiambu County senator Paul Thang'wa seeking to stop a Sh2.5 million child maintenance arrears case against him.