Mission to Seafarers Mombasa

16/05/2026

Following a phone call from one of the shipping agents in Lamu highlighting the challenges faced by Seafarers visiting the port, the Chaplain decided to pay a visit to the port. He was warmly received by Mr. Nicholas from CMA CGM together with other port staff.

The The Mission to Seafarers Mombasa will soon be exploring ways of supporting Seafarers visiting the port by providing the necessary welfare services. During the discussions, we were informed that Seafarers are sometimes charged up to 200 USD just to visit nearby towns. In addition, there is currently no recreation facility where they can relax, contact their families, or enjoy meals and refreshments.

This visit marked an important step towards improving the welfare and wellbeing of Seafarers calling at the Port of Lamu.

14/05/2026

Today, the Captain of Star Bright kindly invited us on board for Holy Mass. We celebrated together and had a meaningful discussion with the seafarers about the challenges they face in their daily lives at sea. They expressed deep appreciation for the opportunity to receive Holy Communion on board, which brought them great spiritual encouragement and comfort. It was truly a blessed and humbling moment of fellowship, prayer, and pastoral care among our brothers and sisters serving at sea.

06/05/2026

It was a great honour and privilege to host a delegation of about 22 military officers from different parts of the world, led by Major General Felix from the Royal College of Defence Studies in London.

Sincere thanks to Commander Shaun of the British High Commission for his special love and support for the Mission, and for bringing the delegation to visit us.

16/03/2026

02/02/2026

We continue to care for the crew of MV. Kivu, an abandoned ship at Kilifi Mnarani. We pray that the situation is solved as soon as possible.

02/02/2026

02/02/2026

Seafarers enjoying our facilities at the Mission to Seafarers Mombasa

24/01/2026

Congratulations to Mr. Elijah Mbaru, the Chief Executive Officer of the Kenya Ships Agents Association (KSAA), on his appointment to the Africa Regional Committee of the Mission to Seafarers.
We pray and wish him God’s wisdom, strength, and success as he takes up this important responsibility in serving seafarers across the region. May his leadership bring positive impact and continued collaboration for the welfare of seafarers.

19/01/2026

Last week, we received a distress call from seafarers stranded at Kilifi Port aboard the vessel Kivu 2. The crew reported that they had gone without salaries for the past three months and were experiencing shortages of essential supplies.
In response, we visited the vessel and delivered foodstuffs to address their immediate needs. We are currently engaging relevant stakeholders and authorities to follow up on the matter, with a particular focus on ensuring that the seafarers receive payment of all outstanding wages and that their welfare concerns are fully addressed.

25/12/2025

Wishing all Seafarers a happy Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year 2026. We know and understand how it feels about being away from your family especially during the Christmas season. We remain a home away from home for you.