‘Tulsa Race Massacre events could be targeted by white supremacist groups’
The Tulsa Race Massacre’s centennial commemorations in Oklahoma could draw racial violence and white supremacist groups, the US Department of Homeland Security has warned in a bulletin. “We assess that upcoming commemoration events associated with the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre in Oklahoma probably are attractive targets for...
Kenya president berates judiciary, warns he won’t relent on contentious constitutional order
Kenya President Uhuru Kenyatta continued his onslaught on the judiciary during the country’s 58th Independence Day celebrations, terming the latter arm of government an impediment to economic development and national cohesion. President Kenyatta just fell short of accusing the judiciary of being the instigator of cycles of election violence, inter-ethnic...
Illicit reptile trade: Currently, only 21 species available in private sanctuaries
Netherlands-based herpetologist Jordi Janssen says that rediscovered species are highly prized, which is why traffickers always on the lookout for new research reports where they can extract information and useful to leads to newly profiled reptiles. “Last year there was a paper on a lizard from Sumatra, which had not...
How reptile traffickers scour wildlife reports for ‘new’ species, rake in profits
The descriptions and locations of new reptile species featured in scientific literature are frequently being used by traders to quickly hunt down, capture and sell these animals, allowing them to be monetised for handsome profits and threatening biodiversity. New reptile species are highly valued by collectors due to their novelty,...
Can grit, ambition that Francis Kadenge epitomised inspire tottering AFC Leopards Sports Club?
After AFC Leopards SC, one of Kenya’ most successful football clubs, was humiliated by a nondescript Bidco FC on May 30, the team’s supporters have expressed strong reservations about its current players and management’s commitment to success. “They fear success” is the refrain in every conversation. Given its history as...