Ruto congratulates Trump in November 5th election victory

President William Ruto Friday night congratulated US President-elect Donald Trump on his election victory. Ruto disclosed that he spoke by phone with America’s 47th President on areas of mutual interest beneficial to the citizens of our two countries, including trade and investment, security and good governance. Amongst the issues the two Heads of State discussed…

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‘Black Skin’ music video a celebration of African women

Rising Jamaican singer-songwriter TheSubstance has unveiled the official music video for his powerful new single, “Black Skin.” Released on February 14th, this heartfelt love song personifies and glorifies African women, celebrating their beauty, strength, and resilience. Since its debut, “Black Skin” has made a significant impact, amassing an impressive 5 million streams across various digital…

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World leaders arrive in Baku for COP29

World leaders have started arriving in Baku, Azerbaijan for the official opening of the 29th edition of the Conference of Parties (COP29). More than 60 thousand people from across the globe are attending the meeting which is taking place at the Baku Olympic stadium. The World Leaders Climate Action Summit, which is the highest-level event…

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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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‘I was not given this job by the president’

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has vowed not to keep quiet about what he describes as underhand dealings to remove him from office. In a televised interview on Citizen TV on Friday night September 20, 2024, Gachagua, the country’s second-in-command, declared that his rally in Nairobi today marks the beginning of many more to come, as…

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DCI clarifies claims of blocking Gachagua from attending church

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismissed allegations of blocking former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from attending a church service in Nairobi. In a statement Tuesday, the investigative agency said the allegations reported in a local daily were false and aimed at misrepresenting the actions and intentions of the…

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‘I am in so much pain’

Kenyan actress Gloria Moraa popularly known as Nyaboke has been hit by yet another devastating loss, following the passing of her father, three months after the death of her beloved daughter. In a deeply emotional statement shared via her official Instagram account on Monday, October 28, 2024, Moraa expressed the profound pain and heartbreak she is…

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Uganda President Museveni to receive global award for Covid-19 fight

By MONITOR Uganda President Yoweri Museveni is expected to receive a global award next month in Canada for his “distinguished leadership and dedication” in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.  The award will be given at the First International Post-Covid Conference in Toronto, Canada. About 11 government officials, scientists and businesspersons are also expected to…

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Could a new training camp propel her to greater glory?

Olympic Bronze Medalist Stacey-Ann Williams has reportedly switched to Hurdle Mechanics, seeking new heights under coach Lawrence “Boogie” Johnson. Jamaica’s Stacey-Ann Williams has been making waves in track and field circles with her recent decision to part ways with the Elite Performance Track Club and join Arkansas-based Hurdle Mechanics.  The 25-year-old Olympic and World Championship…

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