Nairobi County Women Representative Esther Passaris has addressed criticism regarding the branding of a mkokoteni (pulling cart) distributed by her foundation, The Passaris Foundation. The controversy arose when an X user, Suddy Soud, tweeted a photo of a man pulling a mkokoteni bearing Passaris’ name and questioned the necessity of such branding. “Mama County, what’s…
By PATRICK ILUNGA Washington this week put under sanctions the Congo River Alliance, known by its French name Alliance Fleuve Congo (AFC), a coalition of armed groups accused of fuelling violent conflict and civilian displacement in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The US designated individuals and entities associated with AFC, including former head…
The government has reiterated its commitment to safeguard and protect the rights and welfare of the Kenyan diaspora. This as well as to integrating valuable contributions of the Kenyan diaspora into the nation-building processes. Speaking during the send-off of a cohort of Kenyan teachers who have secured job placements in various district schools across the…
Shell Vivo golf tournament overall winner Raphael Kimani. [Mose Sammy, Standard] During the Shell Vivo Golf Day at Nakuru Golf Club last weekend, local golfer Raphael Kimani demonstrated his exceptional skills and course knowledge to secure a convincing victory. Despite the challenging conditions, Kimani’s expertise as a greenkeeper allowed him to amass an impressive 41…
Good Morning my strong man from Dar es Salaam July 30, 2024, I invite you to look at what is written in the front and back pages of the Tanzanian Newspapers. The post Big news of Tanzania Newspapers today July 30, 2024 first appeared on Millard Ayo.
Fourteen gold medals up for grabs at Paris 2024 Olympics, featuring Simone Biles and Suni Lee in Women’s Artistic Gymnastics finals. Fourteen gold medal events are set to take place on Tuesday at the Paris 2024 Olympics, capturing global attention with thrilling competitions in various disciplines. Among the most anticipated events of the day are…
Wycliffe Oparanya, the nominee for Cabinet Secretary for Enterprise and MSMEs, emphasized that key opposition figures nominated to join Kenya’s Kwanza government have not switched parties from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Oparanya, who also serves as the ODM deputy leader, clarified that party members joining President William Ruto’s government after parliamentary approval will serve…
By HARRY MISIKO Kenya on Monday formally submitted Raila Odinga’s application for the top job at the African Union Commission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The application was lodged by Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Singo’ei to the Office of the Legal Counsel of the African Union through the Dean of Eastern Region Dharmraj Busgeeth, who is…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) appointees to the cabinet have been challenged to use their dockets to positively change the lives of Kenyans. Gem Member of Parliament, Elisha Ochieng Odhiambo, who welcomed president William Ruto’s recent appointment of ODM members into his cabinet, said the dockets that the nominees from the opposition party have been…
Abel Oyaro of St Mary’s Yala (right) leaves Maseno players for dead during the Nyanza Region finals.[Sammy Omingo,Standard[ St Mary’s School Yala are determined to return to the East Africa Games, setting their sights on the KSSSA national finals set to commence on Sunday at Kisii School. With a renewed sense of purpose and rigorous…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua when he inspected the area damaged by the raging waters of Kijabe Dam in Maai Mahiu , Nakuru county on April 29, 2024. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] A Saturday night meeting at the Nairobi home of a Cabinet Secretary nominee opened the tap of troubles ahead for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The attendants at…
Mills, who guided Usain Bolt to two world records and multiple titles, has exuded confidence about his latest prospect Oblique Seville’s chances of making it to the podium despite an injury setback. Oblique Seville’s coach Glen Mills has exuded confidence ahead of the epic men’s 100m clash at the Paris Olympic Games. Mills, who guided…
The Immigration Department has announced changes to expedite the passport acquisition process after significant public outcry. In a notice issued on Sunday, July 28, 2024, the department stated that applicants will no longer need to book an appointment to collect their passports. This change follows numerous complaints raised by Kenyans online regarding the passport application…
By JULIUS BARIGABA Ugandan military officer Lt-Gen Sam Kavuma finally took office as the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (Atmis) Force Commander on July 28, more than three months after he was named to the post in April to replace his compatriot Lt-Gen Sam Okiding, who was appointed Deputy Chief of Defence Forces of Uganda…
Former Isiolo South Member of Parliament Abdi Tepo has been charged with the possession of fake bank notes among four other counts at the Milimani Law Courts on Monday, July 29, 2024. The former MP was arrested alongside his wife who worked at the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) on Thursday, July 25, 2024….