Chiefs lead the charge for climate action in Kenya

Principal Secretary, State Department for Internal Security and National Administration Raymond Omollo Interior Principal Secretary Dr Raymond Omollo is set to launch the Chief’s Climate Action Day on November 4, 2024, at Ondiri Wetlands, Kiambu County. This significant event aims to mobilize communities across Kenya in support of the ambitious national goal of planting 15…

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99 per cent of Kenyans reject term limit extension bill

The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) bill 2024 sponsored by Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has suffered a major blow after it was knocked out following a massive rejection by Kenyans. The bill which envisaged a scenario where the term limits of elected leaders right from the Members of the County Assemblies (MCAs) to the President was…

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Watu Simu hits a million-devices sold milestone

Beyond Kenya and Tanzania, Watu Credit now has more than 1.5 million mobile device customers, becoming the fastest-growing smartphone financier in sub-Saharan Africa. Pan African asset finance solutions provider Watu has scored a milestone by selling more than one million mobile devices in the Kenyan market. Through its Watu Simu subsidiary and in partnership with…

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British 1500 record holder Georgia Bell explains Faith Kipyegon’s role in making her an Olympic bronze medallist

Bell, who fully returned pro in 2024 after taking a seven-year sabbatical, has explained Faith Kipyegon and Jessica Hull’s roles in making her clinch bronze in the 1500 meters. The women’s 1500 meters final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games was a race for the history books, defined by record-breaking performances and sheer tenacity.  At…

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Kenya Prisons eye historic hat-trick in KVF men’s league

The defending champions got off to a brilliant start in their retention attempt in Nyeri as the 2024/25 season kicked-off. Kenya Prisons, the defending champions of the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Men’s League, are setting their sights on achieving a long-anticipated hat-trick of consecutive titles. Despite their decorated history, the Wardens are yet to secure…

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Temporary UN mission starts work in Somalia

A new temporary UN mission has begun its work in Somalia in what officials say is the ultimate transition to stability. Known as the United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS), it officially replaced the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM). James Swan, the acting head of UNTIMIS says the transition signals Somalia’s…

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‘It has ignited more fire within me’- Agnes Ngetich reacts to signing with Grand Slam Track League

World 10km record holder Agnes Ngetich has joined Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track league, eagerly anticipating the 2025 season to compete against top athletes in the 3000m and 5000m events. World 10km record holder Agnes Ngetich is ready for the challenge after signing with Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track league. The Kenyan distance sensation is…

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Samia reverses Dar es Salaam city dissolution

Tanzania says it will revive the Dar es Salaam City status, four years after late president John Magufuli dissolved its administrative entity to form three autonomous municipal councils. Dissatisfied with poor performance of the Dar es Salaam City Council, the former leader disbanded its entire setup in February 2021 then upgraded Ilala Municipality into city…

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