Controller of Budget Raises Alarm as 47 Counties Blow 46.8% of Budgets on Salaries

County governments are increasingly spending a higher proportion of their budgets on paying salaries and allowances, raising alarm over dwindling funds for economic development projects and service delivery. According to fresh data from all 47 devolved units, 46.8 percent of county spending, equivalent to KSh470.74 billion,  went to personnel costs in the financial year ending…

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‘It Was Rice and Spaghetti Daily’ – Emmanuel Wanyonyi Shares Tokyo Struggles Before World Championships Gold

World 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi has opened up about the challenges Team Kenya encountered during the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. World and Olympics 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi has opened up about some of the struggles athletes go through while on international duty. Wanyonyi is still basking in the glory of his gold medal win…

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Octopizzo Explains Why Orengo is ‘Most Capable’ to Uphold Raila’s Legacy

Siaya Senator James Orengo should be appointed Chairman of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), rapper Octopizzo has opined. Taking to X on October 20, 2025, the rapper-cum-activist and political commentator said Orengo, one of Raila’s longest-serving friend is best positioned to carry forward the vision of the later former Prime Minister. Octopizzo cited Orengo’s leadership…

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Not So Fast! CAF President Warns Firebrand South Africa Sports Minister Against Government Interference

CAF president Patrice Motsepe has warned the Minister of Sports in South Africa against meddling in the affairs of the country’s football association. CAF president Patrice Motsepe has sent a firm warning to South Africa’s Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie over what he deems to be government interference in the country’s football. McKenzie has been calling…

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