Why science and culture could hold the key to clearing her name

At the start of 2025, Kenyan runner Faith Chepchirchir Kiprotich faces doping allegations amid questions of natural and dietary factors. On Tuesday, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) revealed that Kenyan road racing star Faith Chepchirchir Kiprotich had been provisionally suspended following an adverse analytical finding for the prohibited substance norandrosterone. This marks the first doping…

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Lecturers’ Strike Continues, Union Confirms, Despite Accepting Ksh4.3bn Offer

The lecturers’ strike shows no signs of ending, despite the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) accepting the Ksh4.3 billion offer from the National Treasury to implement the 2021-2025 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). UASU Secretary-General Constantine Wasonga confirmed the acceptance of the Ksh4.3 billion but stated that the union would only call off the strike once…

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Meru County health workers urged to end strike

Meru County Secretary Dr Kiambi Athiru has called on health workers in the county health to end their strike affirming that the county government is addressing their concerns. Speaking in his office, Dr Athiru noted that the strike has disrupted health services in public facilities leaving many residents without access to essential care. According to…

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‘It was unfair and uncalled for’- Barnaba Korir defends Eliud Kipchoge as he warns rogue social media users

Barnaba Korir has condemned the unwarranted online attacks on Eliud Kipchoge, calling them driven by hatred or jealousy and vowing to protect athletes from cyberbullying. Barnaba Korir has called upon the public to avoid personal attacks on top athletes and promised to take legal action against rogue social media users. The Athletics Kenya Nairobi chair…

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Uasin Gishu Deputy Governor John Barorot Resigns After Boycotting County Projects

Uasin Gishu deputy governor John Barorot announced his resignation on Monday, August 19, in a meeting with senior county officials There have been claims between Barorot and Governor Jonathan Bii after the deputy county head boycotted important functions An official in the governor's office dismissed claims of inconsistency, revealing that Barorot resigned after finding a…

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US-Backed Ksh452B Usahihi Expressway Gains Momentum

The “Usahihi” Expressway project, a 440-kilometre four-lane dual carriageway connecting Nairobi and Mombasa, is gaining momentum. Everstrong Capital, a US-based infrastructure investment firm, has announced its intention to secure funding for the $3.5 billion (Sh452 billion) initiative. Today, February 6, Everstrong will host a signing ceremony in Nairobi to formalize the Transaction Advisory and Placement…

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Wetangula joins Ruto in mourning US air crash victims

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has joined President William Ruto in sending condolences to the United States (US) following a tragic mid-air collision in Washington, D.C. that resulted in multiple fatalities. In a heartfelt statement on January 30, 2025, Wetangula expressed deep sorrow over the incident, which involved an American Airlines passenger plane and a…

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