‘Define it yourself’ – World Athletics chief very pleased with India’s Olympic interest but warns of hurdles

India is bidding to host Olympics for the first time despite 2010 Commonwealth Games being an embarrassment that muddied the country’s reputation World Athletics President Sebastian Coe is delighted with India‘s interest in hosting the 2036 summer Games but cautioned the South Asian nation that organizing an Olympics was one of the world’s most complex…

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Interpol’s Operation Serengeti Nets 24 Kenyans in Ksh 1.1 Billion Cybercrime Bust

Authorities arrested 24 Kenyans during a major cybercrime crackdown across multiple African countries, targeting sophisticated online criminals. The operation, named Operation Serengeti, was led by the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol) in partnership with Afripol. Interpol identified Kenya as one of 19 African countries with high levels of cybercrime activity. In a statement, Interpol revealed…

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I considered killing my violent husband, woman says

  Gender Based Violence survivors and stakeholders match in Kisii town during the launch of 16 days of Gender Activism on Nov 27, 2024. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] At 74, Priscillah still recalls the anger and violence that defined her marriage. At one point, she even contemplated killing her husband “for peace”. Married at only 18, the scars are still so…

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Harambee Stars: Charles Okwemba on why Engin Firat should be replaced by either Matano, Kimanzi or ‘Ghost’

He said the trio can save Kenyan football from the mediocrity shown by the foreign coaches and their proven track record is admirable. With the future of Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat undecided, former Kenyan international Charles Okwemba has tipped three local coaches to take over the national team duties from the under-fire Turkish gaffer….

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CAF Officials Inspect Kenya’s Readiness for Historic CHAN 2024 Tournament

Dr. Christian Emeruwa, CAF’s Head of Safety and Security, conducts a hands-on training session with stewards at Nyayo Stadium. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) officials have started their second round of inspections in Kenya to evaluate the country’s preparedness for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). This visit focuses on stadiums, training facilities, and…

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