A Tanzanian-flagged ship, MV Dan, has become an unusual sight off the coast of Mombasa for over a month after running aground on May 18, 2026.

• The vessel encountered trouble while en route from Dar es Salaam to Mombasa for refuelling.
• Key organizations involved include the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA), the Kenya Navy, and the Kenya Coast Guard Service.
• Despite facing delays due to the inability to secure a suitable tugboat for salvage, officials have confirmed the 16 crew members and four private security guards on board are safe, with no environmental pollution detected so far.