Residents in Kikambala, Kilifi County, are raising alarm over alleged marine pollution from a grounded cargo vessel, MV Jozani II, claiming salvage operations are causing extensive environmental damage.

• Residents and fishermen report the death of marine animals, including endangered green sea turtles, and destruction of breeding grounds due to oil and chemical spills.
• Key figures include Khelil Mbokali, Chairman of the Kikambala Beach Management Unit (BMU), who reported the incident to the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA).
• The vessel, reportedly carrying approximately 800 tonnes of cement, ran aground about four months ago after drifting from Tanga, Tanzania.