By Garang Malak South Sudan is encouraging civil servants to take their pay electronically, testing a new move that could also challenge the country’s available infrastructure for a cashless economy. The proposal had been mooted two months ago, but officials this week formally released a circular asking that transactions such as salaries for civil servants…
Situma has explained why the former Gor Mahia striker is so difficult to replace after he missed the last two games for the side due to injury. Former Harambee Stars defender James Situma has praised the crucial role that captain Michael Olunga plays for the national team, emphasizing how the Al Duhail forward elevates the…
Peter Odhiambo Agoro, Chairperson of the Consortium of Civil Societies in Kenya, was released after posting a Ksh.100,000 cash bail at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). He faced arrest on Tuesday for allegedly extorting Kes.3 million from an unnamed CEO of a State corporation. Agoro fell victim to a sting operation led by EACC…
By REUTERS International guarantors of South Sudan’s peace process said the transitional government’s postponement of elections due in December was disappointing and showed its failure to implement a 2018 peace plan. Last Friday, South Sudan President Salva Kiir’s office announced an extension of the transitional period by two years and postponed elections for a second time following…
The Ministry of Defence has handed over MV Uhuru II to the Kenya Railways Corporation at the Kisumu Shipyard. In a statement on Thursday, September 19, 2024, the Ministry of Defence said the vessel is set to transport crude oil and other cargo across Lake Victoria, facilitating trade between Kenya and Uganda. “In a significant…
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Faith Kipyegon has commented on why she thinks she was nicknamed ‘smiling destroyer’ by her fans. When winning races on the track, three-time Olympic 1500m champion Faith Kipyegon is usually seen smiling. Due to her smiling nature, she was given the nickname ‘smiling destroyer’ and for the first time, she disclosed why she loves maintaining…
Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o while at the Mombasa Law Court in December where she denied fraud charges. Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o has disclosed that she feels unsafe due to her efforts in exposing graft within national and county governments. Speaking to the Constitution Implementation Oversight Committee (CIOC) on Tuesday, Nyakang’o expressed her ongoing…
By REUTERS Turkey aims to meet separately with Somalia and Ethiopia as part of its efforts to resolve a dispute between the sides over a deal that Ethiopia agreed to lease a stretch of coastline from Somaliland, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Thursday. Turkey has so far hosted two rounds of meetings between the East African…
National Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Dr. Moses Wetang’ula, has called on UNICEF to prioritize the boy child in their advocacy initiatives, emphasizing that boys have become an “endangered species” as most child rights efforts have predominantly focused on girls. Wetang’ula expressed concern that the boy child in Kenya is “suffering in silence,” with little attention…
Dar es Salaam. The Minister of Information, Information Technology and Communication, Jerry Silla has said that digital creativity is the only way that will enable young people to be self-employed and solve the challenges facing society. He said this today September 19, 2024 at the technology innovation competition conference (US-Tanzania Tech Challenge 2024) organized by…
Karan Patel in a past rally action. [Courtesy] Reigning African Rally Champion Karan Patel will be clashing with top guns at the Rallye International du Burundi from September 20-22,– the third leg of the 2024 African Rally Championship. The KCB Racing Team driver will be navigated by his long-time friend Tauseef Khan in their Skoda…
Marie-Josee Ta Lou-Smith has opened up about how Shericka Jackson came in handy for her after years of struggling with her mental health and injuries. Veteran sprinter Mariee Jose Ta Lou-Smith has opened up about her struggle with mental health and how Shericka Jackson changed her perception and she started becoming more open. Ta Lou-Smith…
Pastor Tony Kiamah has rebuked Bishop Ben Kiengei after allegations against him resurfaced online He asked those who ordained Kiengei to take action to counsel him so that he avoids defiling the church Some people on the internet asked Kiamah to contact Kiengei directly instead of defaming him in public, while others praised him for…
Tullow Oil Company has reiterated its confidence in the Turkana oil project’s potential to significantly boost Kenya’s resources if strategically managed. Speaking to the Senate Committee on Energy, Madhan Srinivasan, Managing Director of Tullow Kenya BV, stressed the need for a strategic partner to secure financing and expand investment. He identified this step as crucial…