Iran, Israel open warfare after decades of shadow war

Israel said its strikes against Iran Saturday were in retaliation for Tehran’s strikes on Israel on Oct 1, the latest exchange in an escalating conflict between the arch-rivals. This was the latest in a wider escalation since the war in Gaza began last year, but Israeli- Iranian enmity stretches back decades through a history of clandestine wars and attacks by land, sea, air and…

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AFC Leopards part ways with acting CEO Albert Wesonga

Albert Wesong is no longer AFC Leopards interim CEO following the expiry of his contract. Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKF PL) club AFC Leopards announced the departure of Acting CEO Albert Wesonga. The decision, effective immediately, follows the expiration of Wesonga’s contract, which had been in place on an interim basis since October of…

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Julien Alfred opens up on struggles of being called masculine growing up & how it fueled her athletics career

Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred shared her journey of embracing her muscular physique despite societal expectations, encouraging young girls to love their bodies and pursue their goals confidently. Reigning Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred has opened up about the struggle of growing up and not being like how society perceived normal girls to look like…

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‘Sports has given Kenya a profile’- President Ruto vows to support refugee athletes after meeting IOC head Thomas Bach

His motivation stems from the gold-medal winning exploits the sportsmen and women have brought to the country President William Ruto has committed Kenya to support refugees to participate in sports to the highest level. The president says Kenya will work with the International Olympic Committee as well as the United Nations and Refugee Agency in…

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Heifer International’s Africa head calls on leaders to enhance innovation, funding, and partnerships

Adesuwa Ifedi (3rd from right) joins other global stakeholders on a panel at the World Food Forum 2024 in Rome. Photo credit – FAO/Gianfranco Chirichilli) Heifer International’s Senior Vice President of Africa Programs, Adesuwa Ifedi, has urged global leaders, innovators and the private sector to strengthen innovation, funding and collaborations that advance the development of…

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Mo Index continues to flag insecurity as threat

Eastern African countries have seen their governance systems weakened by insecurity and other related challenges. The latest edition of the Ibrahim Index of African Governance (IIAG) sees governance, which is the provision of the political, social, economic and environmental public goods that every citizen has the right to, as having become worse. For almost half…

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Indonesia taps creative economy to spur sustainable tourism

In a significant demonstration of economic diversification and cultural innovation, Indonesia’s creative economy has emerged as a powerful driver of national growth, contributing approximately USD 81.6 billion to the country’s GDP in 2022. This sector’s remarkable expansion continues, with its value increasing from USD 72.6 million in 2020 to USD 90.4 million in 2023, while…

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‘Brands only respect themselves’ – Fred Kerley calls out lack of athlete appreciation

American sprinter Fred Kerley has shared strong views on athlete sponsorships, questioning brand loyalty and respect. Olympic 100m bronze medalist Fred Kerley has spoken out about the challenges athletes face with sponsorships in track and field, specifically criticizing the lack of respect he feels major shoe brands show toward athletes. Kerley, who has experienced sponsorship…

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Mandera County Government commences storm water protection, road upgrades to improve connectivity

In a significant effort to enhance road quality and infrastructure in Mandera County, the county government has launched stormwater protection works in Ramu Dimtu, located in Mandera North. This initiative aims to address flooding issues and improve the connectivity and accessibility of roads in the area. In addition, the Mandera County government has commissioned the…

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