A report by the Federation of Employers in the country (FKE) showed 40% of employers planned to cut jobs in 2024 amid high taxes G4S Kenya was the latest company to announce layoffs, citing poor economic conditions that have reduced business and increased operating costs. While explaining the job losses, FX Pesa senior market analyst…
Evans Chebet has disclosed the key principles behind his remarkable marathon success, sharing insights into his disciplined training, perseverance, and the challenges that shaped his journey to global acclaim. Former Valencia Marathon champion Evans Chebet has become a towering figure in the world of distance running, boasting an illustrious career with 30 marathons under his…
Tanzania’s opposition does not expect the upcoming municipal elections to be fair, a conclusion reached after a series of preparation missteps seen as tilting the scales for the ruling CCM party. And Tundu Lissu, the deputy chairperson of the opposition Chadema Party, said this week there is no hope for the opposition in the polls,…
Olympic champion Sifan Hassan has faced skepticism following her impressive records on the track, skepticism her coach says is unwarranted. Sifan Hassan’s remarkable athletic feats continue to inspire admiration and stir debate, but her coach, Tim Rowbury, is pushing back against the persistent doping skepticism surrounding her achievements. The Dutch long-distance runner delivered a standout…
On Saturday, November, Kenyan newspapers reported extensively on the fall following the Kenya Catholic Bishops' Conference (KCCB) fierce attacks against the First President's administration William Ruto of Kenya. Kenyan newspaper headlines for Saturday, November 16. Image/screen: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Taifa Leo and The Star.Source: UGC 1. The Saturday Standard The publication reported that…
Former Nairobi governor Evans Kidero has been appointed chairman of the Kenya National Trade Council (KNTC) for a three-year term Kidero's appointment marks a major return to political direction following his loss in the 2022 gubernatorial race The move is part of President William Ruto's broader efforts to reform leadership within his government, with Kidero…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has notified motorists and other road users of a planned disruption along the Mombasa – Nairobi Highway for 15 days. In a notice on Saturday, November 16, 2024, KeNHA noted that the section of the busy highway will experience disruption between the Makupa Bridge and Changamwe Interchange. The temporary…
The Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA) today held its 21st graduation ceremony themed “to strengthen tax systems and mobilise revenue within Kenya”. State Department for Technical, Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Principal Secretary (PS) Dr.Esther Muoria stated that the theme underscores the importance of competence development and revenue mobilisation for a modern tax administration. In a…
The 2022 U-18 1500m European champion will contest the senior 10km in Tilburg next December, Dutchman Niels Laros has set an ambitious target of clinching gold at the U20 European Cross Country Championships in Turkey on December 8. As part of his preparations for the annual showpiece, Laros, who was crowned 2024 men’s Rising Star…
Several of US President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees are facing heavy scrutiny, including claims of misconduct. His defence secretary pick Pete Hegseth denies a sexual assault allegation and potential attorney general Matt Gaetz is at the centre of an ethics investigation. Trump’s health secretary nominee, Robert F Kennedy Jr, is facing severe criticism for his…
The victory is the 11th of Paul’s 12-fight career with his only defeat coming against boxer and Love Island star Tommy Fury Jake Paul beat Mike Tyson by unanimous decision as 58-year-old boxing legend lands just 18 punches in sad contest in Texas on Friday. The victory is the 11th of Paul’s 12-fight career with…
An emotional Kenny Bednarek expressed his disappointment after losing the 100m at the Paris Olympic Games. Failing to get a medal in the men’s 100m final at the Paris Olympic Games is something that might bug Kenny Bednarek for a very long time. The Olympic 200m silver medallist was waiting for his moment of breakthrough…
Kenya’s amputee football team captain Clara Misoi has dismissed claims that the team was stranded in Germany after videos circulated of the team in dilapidated state at the Frankfurt airport. The captain of Kenya’s women’s national amputee football team Clara Misoi has refuted reports alleging the team was stranded at Frankfurt Airport during their journey…
The government has urged the public to disregard reports it terms malicious and unfounded regarding the planned mass vaccination of livestock scheduled for next year. In a statement, the State Department of Livestock emphasized that the vaccination programme, set to begin in January 2025, is a critical initiative to protect animal health and safeguard the…
Former American sprinter Justin Gatlin has hailed Noah Lyles’ recent victory against YouTube sensation IShowSpeed as a win for the sport of track and field after massive payday. Former American sprinte Justin Gatlin has praised Noah Lyles for his recent charity race against YouTube sensation Darren Jason Watkins Jr., popularly known as IShowSpeed or simply…