The new strain of the mpox virus is spreading quickly along the eastern border of the Democratic Republic of Congo and is “the most dangerous yet”, says the World Health Organization. The current outbreak has been driven by sexual transmission but there is evidence this strain can also be passed on through close skin-to-skin contact….
Beatrice Chebet hopes to replicate Vivian Cheruiyot’s prowess at the 2012 London and 2016 Rio Olympics as she makes her Olympic debut at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Beatrice Chebet will be going for a rare double at the Olympic Games, competing in the women’s 5000m and 10,000m. Chebet will be debuting on the Olympic…
On Monday, Haitian Prime Minister Garry Conille faced threats as he departed the General Hospital, also known as the Hospital of the State University of Haiti. Conille, who assumed office in April as a transitional prime minister, visited the hospital with a CNN crew led by Larry Madowo. He was accompanied by Haitian National Police…
By ARNALDO VIEIRA Angola says it has secured a new ceasefire deal in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, signalling renewed diplomatic efforts to stop fighting and a long-running war of words between Kinshasa and Kigali. The decision was arrived at on July 30 in Luanda, the Angolan capital, where top diplomats from Rwanda and the…
The Kenya Wildlife Service personnel in Migori have set up traps to capture hyenas that have been terrorising residents of Lichota- Suna West Sub County. The operation which was coordinated by the Kenya Wildlife Services officials and the residents hopes to trap and capture hyenas that have been straying from the Lichota forest and preying…
Bitget is now bigger and better, offering Kenyans a chance to share US dollar 10,000 worldcoins prize money in rewards for completing simple tasks. But first, why enjoy the offer from Bitget now? With the high inflation rates and high cost of living witnessed in the country, trading via cryptocurrency has seen a surge, as…
Manchester United's new £59m signing Leny Yoro is expected to be out of the 2024/25 season with a foot injury. The 18-year-old, who arrived from Lille this month, was forced off when United were beaten 2-1 by Arsenal at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles last Saturday. The centre-back was forced off before half-time, and…
Rodgers Wasega in action for Nairobi City Stars.[City Stars] Rogers Wasega Obusu, a promising young left-back, has his sights set on becoming a key player for Nairobi City Stars as the new season approaches. After six months of intense training and acclimatization since joining from Laiser Hill Academy in February 2024, the teenager feels ready…
Treasury Cabinet Secretary nominee John Mbadi. [File, Standard] Incoming National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi finds himself in a catch-22 situation as the country waits to see how he will balance what the Kenya Kwanza administration wants and his stand against huge taxation regimes. He often appeared on live TV shows to speak against the…
The former NFL players have pledged a big payout to American track stars who win gold at the Paris Olympics and a double amount in case of a world record. Former NFL stars Shannon Sharpe and Chad “OchoCinco” Johnson have promised American track stars such as Noah Lyles and Sha’Carri Richardson $25,000 (Ksh3.2 million) each…
The UK Royal Marines conducted dynamic training exercises with the Kenyan Marine Commando Unit (KMCU) during HMS LANCASTER’s visit to Kenya. The British Royal Navy frigate’s presence in the region provided an ideal opportunity for Royal Marines from 42 Commando to conduct practical training sessions. They demonstrated essential techniques, followed by the Kenyan Marines-in-training taking…
By LUKE ANAMI President William Ruto on Tuesday completed the formation of his new Cabinet when he appointed Ms Beatrice Askul Moe as Cabinet Secretary for EAC Affairs and Regional Development. In a statement signed by Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, President Ruto also nominated long-serving public prosecutor Dorcas Oduor…
Digital content creator and influencer Nana Owiti is over the moon after being named among Africa’s top 100 influencers. Taking to her Instagram page, the football fanatic informed her fans about the good news disclosing that she is elevated after being named among the most impactful brand influencers for 2024 in Africa. Nana added that…
Chelsea have completed the signing of Danish under-21 goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen from LaLiga's Villarreal. The 22-year-old, who was Villarreal's No. 1 goalkeeper last season, has signed a seven-year contract, Chelsea said. The clubs did not disclose the transfer fee but British media reported that the deal was worth around £20m.
The Nigerian sprinter has been left devastated after her country’s athletics and Olympics committee officials failed to enter her name for the Paris Olympics event. Favour Ofili, the Nigerian sprinter who had qualified for the 100-metre dash at the 2024 Paris Olympics, will not be competing in the event due to a registration error by…