Kenyan world record holder Chepngetich slapping with four-year ban for doping, she’ll retain her record
Marathon running has been hit with a spate of high-profile doping cases in recent years, particularly from Kenya, which is world renowned for its middle and long-distance runners.
Ukraine war: Putin tells Trump ‘no self-respecting country and no self-respecting people ever decides anything under pressure’
Putin derided the sanctions as an unfriendly act, saying they would not significantly affect the Russian economy and talked up Russia’s importance to the global market. He warned a sharp supply drop would push up prices and be uncomfortable for countries like the United States.
Study: East Africa’s event-driven coverage of sexual, gender-based violence and femicide creates room for the vice to fester
A stark three per cent focus on perpetrators means the individuals responsible for violence often remain out of sight in media narratives, especially in follow-up reporting whereas only 11 percent of stories amplified survivor voices, despite survivors being central to the narrative of violence.
Inquest into Hillside Endarasha Academy fire delayed by state unpreparedness
Last month, the parents of the deceased boys, together with the Kenya Human Rights Commission and the Elimu Bora Working Group, filed a constitutional petition. The petition seeks to hold the school proprietors, the National Education Board, the Nyeri County Director of Education, the Nyeri County Education Board and the Education Cabinet Secretary accountable for failing to protect and secure the learners’ lives, resulting in the tragic deaths.
Standard Group science journalist Rosa Agutu bags 2025 biotechnology media award
The authority will continue to deepen partnerships for media training on biosafety fundamentals so reporters can confidently translate complexity for the public
Human trafficking and cybercrime: Police in Ghana rescue 57 Nigerians aged 18-26 in crackdown on sextortion scams
The police retrieved 77 laptops, 38 mobile phones, two vehicles, three television sets, and other internet-enabled devices from the building. The suspects allegedly lured their victims by promising them lucrative jobs and other opportunities in Ghana.
Michelle Obama: I skipped Trump inauguration out of self-respect – a revolution all its own
By breaking her silence, Michelle Obama didn’t just clear the air – she modelled the kind of intentional living that transcends politics. Her decision to skip Trump’s second inauguration was personal, powerful and full of purpose.
End of mourning for Kenya’s political stalwart as son becomes head of family in keeping with Luo cultural rites
Speaking earlier, Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga said the ceremony symbolised the transfer of family power to Raila Junior. Dr Oburu explained that while Raila Junior will be advised by his mother, Ida Odinga.
US hits Russia oil companies with sanctions as Moscow as Moscow holds nuclear drills
The United States hit Russia’s major oil companies with sanctions on Wednesday and accused the Russians of a lack of commitment toward ending the war in Ukraine, as Moscow conducted a major training exercise involving nuclear arms. The new sanctions were unveiled one day after plans for a summit between...
Lawyers for Cuban man deported by Trump to Africa demand to know his health condition after going on hunger strike in prison
Roberto Mosquera del Peral was one of five men sent to the small kingdom in southern Africa in mid-July as part of the US deportation programme to Africa. It has been criticised by rights groups and lawyers, who say deportees are being denied due process and exposed to rights abuses.
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