Lecturers take fight for better pay to Parliament

Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology lecturers protest at the institution during the ongoing nationwide strike, on September 17, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa Standard] The Universities Academic Staff Union (Uasu) has presented the lecturers grievances to Parliament, as the strike enters the second week. Uasu Secretary General Constantine Wasonga said lecturers will not return…

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‘I Deserve It’ – Lilian Odira Reflects on Hard Work Behind Historic 800m World Title After Maternity Leave

Lilian Odira credited hard work, resilience, and support from Hellen Obiri, Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon for her remarkable 800m world title triumph after returning from maternity leave. Lilian Odira was inarguably one of the standout athletes at the just-concluded World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. Competing in the women’s 800m final, Lilian Odira was…

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Explained: Why Africa may miss out on UN Security Council seat

United Nations Security Council (UNSC). [Courtesy] The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has recently gained renewed attention, with conversations on Africa’s inclusion picking up momentum. The council is composed of five permanent members, Russia, the United States, China, the United Kingdom, and France, each wielding veto power. This means any of them can unilaterally block…

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Faith Kipyegon Reveals Why Beating Beatrice Chebet in 5000m Final Was Nearly Impossible

Faith Kipyegon has reflected on her 5000m race in Tokyo, admitting Beatrice Chebet posed a formidable challenge in the final. Faith Kipyegon has reflected on her experience in the women’s 5000m final against Beatrice Chebet at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. The four-time world 1500m champion finished second behind world 10,000m champion Beatrice…

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