Edna Kiplagat, Buzunesh Deba to finally receive millions in compensation from Boston Marathon organisers

Edna Kiplagat and Buzunesh Dibaba are among the athletes set to receive rightful prize money from the Boston Marathon after being elevated due to disqualifications for doping. Edna Kiplagat and Buzunesh Deba are just a few months away from adding millions to their wealth following the recent update from the Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.), the…

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Interpol’s Operation Serengeti Nets 24 Kenyans in Ksh 1.1 Billion Cybercrime Bust

Authorities arrested 24 Kenyans during a major cybercrime crackdown across multiple African countries, targeting sophisticated online criminals. The operation, named Operation Serengeti, was led by the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) in partnership with Afripol. Interpol identified Kenya as one of 19 African countries with high levels of cybercrime activity. In a statement, Interpol revealed…

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I considered killing my violent husband, woman says

  Gender Based Violence survivors and stakeholders match in Kisii town during the launch of 16 days of Gender Activism on Nov 27, 2024. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] At 74, Priscillah still recalls the anger and violence that defined her marriage. At one point, she even contemplated killing her husband “for peace”. Married at only 18, the scars are still so…

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Harambee Stars: Charles Okwemba on why Engin Firat should be replaced by either Matano, Kimanzi or ‘Ghost’

He said the trio can save Kenyan football from the mediocrity shown by the foreign coaches and their proven track record is admirable. With the future of Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat undecided, former Kenyan international Charles Okwemba has tipped three local coaches to take over the national team duties from the under-fire Turkish gaffer….

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CAF Officials Inspect Kenya’s Readiness for Historic CHAN 2024 Tournament

Dr. Christian Emeruwa, CAF’s Head of Safety and Security, conducts a hands-on training session with stewards at Nyayo Stadium. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials have started their second round of inspections in Kenya to evaluate the country’s preparedness for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). This visit focuses on stadiums, training facilities, and…

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Kenyan Newspapers: Court Orders Ruto's Government to Confirm Cancellation of Contracts and Payments

On Thursday, November 28, Kenyan newspapers wrote a series of headlines about the country, with the crisis over the government turning a corner on the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) and Adani Group Holdings being discussed in several pages. Kenyan newspaper headlines for Thursday, November 28. Image/screen: Daily Nation, The Standard, Taifa Leo and People Daily.Source: UGC…

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CS Mutua Suspends Overseas Job Recruitment Exercise

Labour Cabinet Secretary Dr. Alfred Mutua has temporarily halted the overseas job recruitment exercise to expedite the processing of over 5,931 applications already received. Dr. Mutua announced that the suspension will allow the government to align the process with the needs of recruiting agencies and job seekers, ensuring a more streamlined approach. The exercise, conducted…

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Intelligent Transport System Set to Transform Nairobi’s Traffic Flow by 2025

On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, the Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) took a significant step in addressing Nairobi’s traffic congestion by launching the city’s Intelligent Transport System (ITS) and Traffic Management Centre (TMC). The project, which will begin in March 2025, includes the establishment of the Traffic Management Centre at Cabanas along Mombasa Road. KURA…

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