Residents of Kilifi were left in awe last week when a grand white yacht, named SALT, appeared near the Kilifi Customs office. Its sleek design and towering structure drew crowds eager to catch a glimpse of the rare luxury vessel.
However, behind the beauty and elegance of the yacht was a deeper story — one that quickly caught the attention of Kenya’s top security officials. Authorities soon discovered that SALT had entered the country without proper clearance, raising questions about its passengers and purpose.
The yacht, which reportedly sailed from Dubai, had six passengers and a crew of twenty on board when it docked on November 6, 2025. Sources revealed that officials were not notified in advance about the vessel’s arrival, making it an illegal entry under maritime regulations.
Security agencies immediately launched investigations to uncover who owned the yacht and why it had bypassed normal clearance procedures. Officers from the Kenya Coast Guard and Immigration Department were seen inspecting the vessel throughout the weekend.
The incident caused a stir in Kilifi town, with locals gathering near the shore to witness the unusual activity. “We thought it was here for tourism or filming, but the heavy security presence made us realize something was wrong,” said one resident.
Authorities have since detained the yacht as investigations continue. While no arrests have been made so far, officials say they are looking into possible violations related to immigration and customs laws.
For now, SALT remains docked under tight security, as Kenyans wait to learn who truly owns the luxury vessel — and what brought it to their shores without permission.
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By Nairobi