They promise heaven, then serve hell: Why Kenyan youths have no appetite for August 9 elections
The number of young voters registered for Kenya’s August elections has dropped since the last poll five years ago, the election commission announced on Monday, pointing to apathy among a youth disenchanted by economic hardship and widespread corruption. This is despite the total number of people who have signed up...
Kenya elects new government in August, but polls body the youth have given the exercise a wide berth
On August 9, Kenyans head to the polls to elect their next president. The campaigns and manifestos of the four contenders still in the race have made the youth common denominator of their promises to the country. In spite of the youth agenda, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC)...
Man United officials travel to Amsterdam to finalise signing of Brazilian winger Antony
Manchester United officials are travelling to Amsterdam on Tuesday to seal a transfer for Ajax winger Antony, according to a report. The Red Devils are looking to bounce back this summer following a dismal 2021/22 campaign. While they have ambitions to enjoy a strong first transfer window under new manager...
How ‘Peace with Legality’ agreement is likely to impact new Colombia government domestic policies
Before the June 19 Colombian presidential election, candidates endorsed the 2016 peace deal and criticised the unpopular “Peace with Legality” plan of outgoing President Iván Duque Márquez government, which has involved deadly military operations, including the bombing of children at rebel camps. Defeated right-wing populist Rodolfo Hernandez, a right-of-centre political...
Civil war: Daunting humanitarian crisis Colombia’s newly elected president Gustova Petro faces
Helmut Ángulo lost his parents in 2000 at the height of the Colombian civil war, kidnapped and killed by rebel fighters. When the country signed a peace deal 16 years later, Ángulo vigorously opposed it. He wanted justice for his parents’ deaths, and he wanted to find their remains so...
Arsenal look set to secure Raphinha signature after Gunners make a $61 million bid for the Leeds winger
Raphinha is expected to secure a surprise £50 million ($61.3 million) move to Arsenal this week after Barcelona failed to formalise their interest in the Leeds United attacker. Mikel Arteta is determined to strengthen his squad this summer and Arsenal have been strongly linked with Man City striker Gabriel Jesus...
