Trophy-starved Arsenal stays on course for EPL title as Man City finally ‘remembers’ how to win

Trophy-starved Arsenal stays on course for EPL title as Man City finally ‘remembers’ how to win

Mikel Arteta gave Raheem Sterling a place in his starting line-up at Leicester but the former Chelsea man had a torrid afternoon and was replaced by Merino after 69 minutes. The Spaniard’s impact was decisive as he broke the deadlock in the 81st minute from an assist by impressive teenager Ethan Nwaneri and he wrapped up the points in the 87th minute after good work by Leandro Trossard.

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Kenyan flower farmers explore Middle East markets as invasive bugs and toxic pesticides hurt exports to Europe

Kenyan flower farmers explore Middle East markets as invasive bugs and toxic pesticides hurt exports to Europe

Nationally, the flower industry employs half a million people, according to a Central Bank of Kenya 2021 report, and is estimated by the National Bureau of Statistics to be worth over $800 million. Roses make up about 66 per cents of cut flower exports, at an estimated value of about $300 million.

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Congolese military run out of Bukavu – eastern Congo’s second largest city – as M23 rebels advance

Congolese military run out of Bukavu – eastern Congo’s second largest city – as M23 rebels advance

Reports and social media videos showed the region’s factories pillaged and prisons emptied while electricity remained on and communication lines open in most places.

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EU cut out as US and Russia set to meet in Saudi Arabia to start talks to end the war in Ukraine

EU cut out as US and Russia set to meet in Saudi Arabia to start talks to end the war in Ukraine

Trump, who took office on January 20, has repeatedly vowed to swiftly end the Ukraine war. He made separate phone calls to Putin and Zelenskiy on Wednesday, leaving Washington’s European allies alarmed that they will be cut out of any peace process.

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African leaders elect Djibouti’s foreign minister as new leader of African Union Commission

African leaders elect Djibouti’s foreign minister as new leader of African Union Commission

The AU has 55 member states. Presidents or heads of government pick the commission’s leader, who is effectively the chief executive of the Addis Ababa-based secretariat running the AU.

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Why foot-dragging African universities need to shed knowledge silos for transdisciplinary and extradisciplinary learning

Why foot-dragging African universities need to shed knowledge silos for transdisciplinary and extradisciplinary learning

We badly need graduates comfortable in transdisciplinary and extradisciplinary science not only in Africa but globally too. The transdisciplinary ambition and extradisciplinary ambition should not be postponed further in higher education.

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Medics say Kenya is experiencing an acute eye cornea shortage as culture and superstition discourage body organs harvesting

Medics say Kenya is experiencing an acute eye cornea shortage as culture and superstition discourage body organs harvesting

For one to donate an organ, the ophthalmologist explained, one is only required to fill a commitment for allowing for harvesting of the cornea, which must be done within hours after death.

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‘Value of Acceptance’ report by Visa and 4Sight Research shows 58 per cent business transactions in Kenya are paid for with mobile money

‘Value of Acceptance’ report by Visa and 4Sight Research shows 58 per cent business transactions in Kenya are paid for with mobile money

As Kenya leads Africa in financial innovation, the message is clear that digital payments are not limited in time as they constantly transform businesses, empower entrepreneurs, and shape a stronger economy.

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Industry players at Kisumu meet want Kenya to swap sandy beaches and wildlife for nature to inject dynamism in tourism

Industry players at Kisumu meet want Kenya to swap sandy beaches and wildlife for nature to inject dynamism in tourism

Director at the State Department for Tourism David Kinyangi described the opportunity to review the National Tourism Policy and the Tourism (Amendment) Bill, 2024 as a historic milestone in shaping the future of the sector.

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 Habitat for Humanity Kenya study paints gloomy picture of housing in Nairobi’s inner cities

 Habitat for Humanity Kenya study paints gloomy picture of housing in Nairobi’s inner cities

Nairobi County Director of Housing Michael Kinoti underscored the critical need for housing in informal settlements, including Mukuru, Kibera and Mathare, among others, saying access to shelter is a constitutional and basic right.

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