The former Vienna and Sapporo Marathon winner was attacked by thugs at his home in one of Eldoret’s exclusive estates. Former Kenyan marathoner Samson Kandie has reportedly passed away following an armed attack at his home in Eldoret on Thursday. Reports claim, Kandie, who represented Kenya at the 2001 World Championships, succumbed to his injuries…
General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, son of Uganda’s long-serving President Yoweri Museveni and Chief of the Uganda Peoples’ Defence Forces (UPDF), expressed his frustrations with U.S. Ambassador to Uganda, William W. Popp, in a series of posts on X, formerly known as Twitter, on Friday, October 4, 2024. His remarks came in response to U.S. sanctions imposed…
Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has joined Germany Ambassador to Kenya Sebastian Groth for this year’s Day of German Unity Celebrations in Nairobi County. This year’s ceremony, held to celebrate 34 years of a united Germany is themed, “Grooving Green for Sustainable Future”, signifying the European nations commitment to climate action. Having been the first…
Sofapaka coach Robert Matano is in talks with a Tanzanian club, potentially ending his second spell at the team. Sofapaka FC are set to part company with their head coach Robert Matano in what has come as a surprising turn of events. The veteran coach, renowned for his wealth of experience and success in Kenyan…
For years, the farmers of this vibrant community faced significant challenges in selling their crops. Middlemen often dictated prices, leaving the farmers with little to show for their hard work. However, amidst these struggles, a vision began to emerge. It all started with a passionate leader, Nabulu in Nabulu Naretoi Saen Society, who believed in…
By CRISIS GROUP A year after Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack in southern Israel, the Middle East is on the cusp of all-out war. Since Israel launched its military response in Gaza, the Biden administration has tried both to broker a ceasefire there and to manage the risk of regional escalation. But the lack of…
As the world prepares to commemorate World Mental Health Day on October 10, a group of medical professionals in Baringo County is taking significant steps to raise awareness about mental illness. Speaking on the at Eldama Ravine Sub-County Hospital on the onset of the weeklong campaign, the health officials underscored the urgent need to educate…
Shabana coach Sammy Omollo Pamzo has teared into the match officials decision to go AWOL which led to their home clash against Posta Rangers to be called off in embarrasing manner. Shabana head coach Sammy ‘Pamzo’ Omollo has expressed frustration following the abrupt suspension of their highly anticipated Kenyan Premier League match against Posta Rangers…
On Thursday evening, Kenyan authorities successfully intercepted a large shipment of cannabis and apprehended a suspect in Voi. The confiscated narcotics, locally referred to as bhang, have an estimated street value of 7 million Kenyan shillings. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) reported that the operation was a collaborative effort involving detectives, traffic officers, and…
By Nelson Naturinda On Friday, Ugandans woke up to a barrage of tweets from the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF) Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba castigating US ambassador to Uganda William W. Popp for allegedly undermining the government of President Yoweri Museveni. “Fellow Ugandans, it is my solemn duty to announce to you all that we as a…
The Kingdom of Morocco considers itself in no way concerned by the European Union Court of Justice’s Friday ruling on the agricultural and fisheries agreement. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates,has emphasized that the Kingdom was not involved in any phase of the proceedings. “Morocco is not a party to this…
Kenya’s Integrated Athlete Management System aims to combat doping through nationwide registration, strengthening athlete oversight and anti-doping measures. Doping is a problem that has haunted Kenya’s athletics reputation for years, but officials now believe that a new registration system could be the turning point. The ongoing athlete registration drive, under the Integrated Athlete Management System…
The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has officially commenced a major elephant translocation operation, moving approximately 50 elephants from Mwea National Reserve to The Aberdare National Park. This initiative is part of KWS’s commitment to improving human-wildlife coexistence and addressing environmental degradation within Mwea National Reserve. Background and Context Kenya’s elephant population has seen a remarkable…
Perminus Njenga, a Form One student from Kiambu county, has died after a long battle with leukemia His death comes a few weeks after Kenyans donated over KSh 700,000 to help him get treatment following a request from his family The young man was diagnosed with leukemia in 2023, and had to stop his studies…
In an era often marked by indecision and uncertainty, the rise of Gen Z brings a refreshing wave of fearlessness and determination. This new generation of young warriors is not merely waiting for change—they are actively crafting it. What stands out most about Gen Z is their unwavering commitment to one another, their relentless advocacy…