Lucy Mkanyika

Kenya

Journalist at Daily Nation

A journalist, mother, loves traveling and meeting new people.

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Articles

Family exhumes pastor’s body to protest secret burial by widow

2 weeks ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

A family exhumed the body of a pastor to protest his burial without their involvement at Vindo in Voi, Taita Taveta County. The late Pastor Edward Maghanga had allegedly been buried by his wife, Pasisi Wasai, without the involvement of his mother and siblings.
Wapare wa Taveta walilia kutambuliwa rasmi kama Wakenya

3 weeks ago | taifaleo.nation.co.ke | Lucy Mkanyika

Habari za Kaunti Wapare wa Taveta walilia kutambuliwa rasmi kama Wakenya Na LUCY MKANYIKA April 24th, 2025 Kusoma ni dakika: 1 JAMII ya Wapare kutoka eneo la Taveta, Kaunti ya Taita Taveta sasa wamepeleka kilio chao bungeni ili kutambuliwa kama Wakenya. Jamii hiyo inayoishi mpakani mwa Kenya na Tanzania imekuwa ikiishi bila kutambuliwa licha ya kuishi nchini hata kabla ya Kenya kupata uhuru.
Good news for retiring police officers

1 month ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika |winnie atieno

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has said police officers who are set to retire will be posted to the counties where they want to retreat to familiarise themselves with their communities after working away for decades. Mr Murkomen said the welfare of police officers is crucial to the Kenyan Kwanza administration, adding that no police officer will stay in one station for more than three years.
Lost in Tsavo: How a family's camping trip turned into a high-stakes rescue mission

1 month ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

It was supposed to be a tranquil escape into the wild, an opportunity for a family of four to immerse themselves in the breathtaking landscapes of Tsavo East National Park. But as the sun set on Monday evening, concern mounted after the family had failed to check out from their scheduled camping trip. What followed was a race against time by the Tsavo emergency response team to rescue the family, whose whereabouts were unknown.
Governor Mwadime, predecessor Samboja mend fences after years of bad blood

1 month ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime and his predecessor Granton Samboja have resolved to put aside their political differences and work together for the betterment of the county. The two leaders, who had been at loggerheads since the heated 2022 gubernatorial campaigns, said they recently held a lengthy telephone conversation to mend their strained relationship.
Shock of Governor Mwadime’s political advisor with computer qualification

1 month ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

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Shock of Governor Andrew Mwadime’s political advisor with ICDL qualification

1 month ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

What you need to know:Also, the governor dismissed his other four advisers Frank Mmare (Water, Sanitation, and Health), and Jennifer Dali (Women and Gender), Jeremiah Kiwoi (Lands and Governance), Jason Tuja (Peace and Cohesion). In 2023, the assembly's report declared their positions null and void for violating the law.
Shock of Governor Mwadime’s political advisor with computer qualification

1 month ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime has suffered a setback in his administration after the County Assembly revoked the appointment of his political advisor, Richard Lukindo over forged academic credentials. According to the assembly's report, which was tabled on the floor of the House on Wednesday, Mr Lukindo falsely stated that he holds a degree from the University of Nairobi yet his highest qualification is an International Computer Driving License (ICDL).
Tragedy as pilot student, 20, killed in Voi plane crash

2 months ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

A pilot training exercise took a tragic turn on Saturday when an aircraft from the Kenya School of Flying crashed near Ikanga Airstrip in Voi, Taita Taveta County, resulting in the death of the 20-year-old pilot. The aircraft, which was en route from Malindi, attempted to land at Ikanga Airstrip but crashed approximately 500 metres from the runway. Confirming the incident, Taita Taveta County Police Commander Ali Ndiema said the plane crashed at about 3pm and burst into flames.
Illegal grazing tearing down Tsavo West National Park, shows report

2 months ago | nation.africa | Lucy Mkanyika

A preliminary report from the recently concluded elephant census at the Tsavo Conservation Area has raised concerns over illegal grazing activities within Tsavo West National Park. The report indicates that herds of cattle have been sneaked into the park, posing a significant threat to the delicate ecosystem and the wildlife that inhabit the area. Apart from devastating pastures, livestock are also blamed for pushing wild animal out of the park and causing human-wildlife conflicts.