Police say the opposition leader stumbled while getting into his vehicle. Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has been injured in the leg in a confrontation with a policeman in uniform, his personal assistant has told the BBC. Najja Ssenyonjo said the pop star-turned-politician was believed to have been shot and was currently receiving treatment at…
Boldon wrote off Tebogo, Simbine and Omanyala before the Paris 2024 Olympics, stating he did not see them achieving a podium place at the games in the 100 meters. Trinidadian sprint legend Ato Boldon has staunchly defended his pre-tournament predictions for the Paris 2024 Olympics, where he expressed skepticism about the potential of African sprinters…
Chelsea and Manchester City attacking midfielders will not feature in international matches again Ireland and Finland England’s preparation for their upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures have hit a snag with the withdrawal of three key players. Phil Foden, Cole Palmer, and Ollie Watkins have all been ruled out of the squad due to various issues,…
Father of Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei has accused her boyfriend of setting her ablaze in Kenya after a personal dispute. The father of Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has publicly disclosed heart-wrenching details surrounding the brutal attack on his daughter allegedly by her ex-boyfriend. According to Joseph Cheptegei, the assault was the culmination of…
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has called on Kenyans to provide their feedback on his Sports Amendment Bill 2024. This proposed legislation aims to amend the Sports Act by mandating county governments to allocate funds to all registered sports associations within their jurisdiction. On Monday, Sifuna announced that the Senate Committee on Labour and Social Welfare…
Lydia Haika, Chairperson of the Diaspora Affairs and Migrant Workers Committee. The Diaspora Affairs and Migrant Workers Committee is on Wednesday set to hold a meeting with the Director General of the National Employment Authority (NEA). The meeting will address allegations of misconduct against M/S Al Hadhramy & Mahla Recruitment Agency,…
Wilson has revealed his ultimate aim after completing a 25 million shilling swoop from Kariobangi Sharks to AIK a fortnight ago. Stanley Wilson’s rise in the world of football is nothing short of remarkable. The young midfielder, who recently made a high-profile move from FKF Premier League side Kariobangi Sharks to Swedish giants AIK, is…
By Arnaldo Vieira Mozambique is due to hold elections on October 9. But the campaigns, which officially opened this week for the race to replace President Filipe Nyusi, are turning into a contest of whose words promise a better future. At least 37 political parties and associative movements are contesting for seats, but only four…
Zetech deputy Vice-chancellor awarding certificate to a participant. As the government remains keen in supporting innovations in universities, the institutions have remained steadfast in coming up with creative solutions that, if supported, can address modern-day challenges. One such university is Zetech that has slowly been winning awards at the national and continental stage. During this year’s…
From Left- Eric Mwiti, Betika’s Senior Brand Manager, David Otuenu Captain GFE, Solomon Mohamad, GFE Team Member and Shem Mburu, Chairman GFE.[Courtesy] Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Division One side GFE 105 FC are confident to have a good run in the league that kicks-off later this month. This is after the Eldoret based outfit received a…
Former Russian athlete Tatyana Tomashova stripped of 2012 Olympic silver for doping marking a significant scandal in athletics history. Former Russian athlete Tatyana Tomashova has been stripped of her 2012 Olympic 1500m silver medal following the reanalysis of doping tests that revealed the use of prohibited substances. The decision was announced on Tuesday by the…
By David Vosh Ajuna Uganda’s opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine has been rushed to Nsambya Hospital after he was injured in a scuffle with security officers in Kampala’s metro. Television footage showed a bleeding Bobi Wine being wheeled into the hospital with an injury to his left lower leg following the Tuesday evening…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos has been ordered to appoint a team to oversee the country’s education quality. In his judgment on Tuesday, High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi said that it was unfair and a dereliction of duty not to have the Education and Quality Assurance Council…
Mulee has opined how Harambee Stars can qualify for the 2025 AFCON as they prepare to open their campaign against Zimbabwe in Uganda on Friday before facing Namibia next Tuesday. As Kenya’s Harambee Stars gear up to start their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying journey, former national team coach Jacob Ghost Mulee has…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has dismissed rumors of a plot to impeach him, reaffirming his commitment to his manifesto for Nairobi’s residents. He stressed that his administration remains dedicated to its goals and will not be swayed by detractors. “We have delivered 17 kitchens across 17 sub-counties,” Sakaja noted. “We won’t be distracted by naysayers….