Tea farmers in central Kenya appeal to state to cushion them against market volatility

Tea farmers in central Kenya appeal to state to cushion them against market volatility

Members of Parliament present warned that unless immediate action is taken, the country risks pushing farmers into poverty and undermining rural economies. The leaders noted that Murang’a, one of the country’s tea-growing strongholds, depends heavily on agriculture for its economic survival.

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Fifa launches technology-inspired official match ball of World Cup 2026 that sends precise data to VAR in real time

Fifa launches technology-inspired official match ball of World Cup 2026 that sends precise data to VAR in real time

Trionda boasts several key performance innovations. The four-panel construction incorporates intentionally deep seams, creating a surface that produces optimal in-flight stability by ensuring sufficient and evenly distributed drag as the ball travels through the air.

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‘You have no idea how many Israeli dogs came to this hospital and I sent them to hell’ comment lands Australian in trouble

‘You have no idea how many Israeli dogs came to this hospital and I sent them to hell’ comment lands Australian in trouble

Veifer is a right-wing activist from Israel who makes videos of conversations with random people from around the world to promote his English language courses. He has had some viral videos in which he tries to catch people making anti-Israel comments.

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How Museveni’s ‘garbage in, garbage out’ politics stunts Uganda’s knowledge industry

How Museveni’s ‘garbage in, garbage out’ politics stunts Uganda’s knowledge industry

In the case of the knowledge workers of Uganda (teachers, lecturers and professors) and the National Resistance Movement (NRM) government since 1986, there has been a mismatch between the two contending entities regarding resolution of conflicts in the education system in general and the universities and schools in particular.

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Murdered for questioning beer: Lawyer to stand trial for killing colleague in brawl at house party

Murdered for questioning beer: Lawyer to stand trial for killing colleague in brawl at house party

The judge stated that evidence produced in court during the proceedings showed that Mogaka was at the scene of the tragic incident that led to the death of his colleague on the fateful day. Mogaka was charged with the murder of lawyer Calvin Ngaira on May 10, 2019.

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Graft premier league: Kenyan court orders former governors Evans Kidero and Jack Raguma off Lake Victoria riparian land

Graft premier league: Kenyan court orders former governors Evans Kidero and Jack Raguma off Lake Victoria riparian land

The accused denied any wrongdoing in the development of the said properties and declared that the plaintiff was a busybody who was out to advance narrow self-interests under the guise of public interest and that as citizens of Kenya, they had the right to own and develop property as envisaged under Article 40 of the Constitution, subject to obtaining all the relevant approvals.

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Kenya’s private sector performance shows strong recovery after May political unrest  

Kenya’s private sector performance shows strong recovery after May political unrest  

The recovery was not universal. Purchasing activity continued to fall, as many businesses remained cautious due to low sales in recent months. The construction industry, in particular, saw a sharp fall in output.

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Kenya: Safari Sevens returns to Nyayo Stadium after three-year hiatus with $170,000 Tusker sponsorship 

Kenya: Safari Sevens returns to Nyayo Stadium after three-year hiatus with $170,000 Tusker sponsorship 

Now in its 27th edition since its launch in 1996, Safari Sevens remains one of Africa’s most prestigious rugby tournaments, attracting both professional and invitational sides from around the world.

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In Mauritania’s ‘divorce market’ marriage split is pursued by wives and celebrated with ‘divorce party’

In Mauritania’s ‘divorce market’ marriage split is pursued by wives and celebrated with ‘divorce party’

Despite these concerns, Mauritania’s “divorce market” stands out as a powerful example of how cultural practices can redefine social norms and empower individuals, particularly women, in ways that defy conventional expectations.

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Kenya launches Comesa’s electronic certificate of origin to cut costs, curb fraud in customs transactions

Kenya launches Comesa’s electronic certificate of origin to cut costs, curb fraud in customs transactions

Comesa Secretary General Chileshe Mpundu Kapwepwe, in remarks delivered on her behalf by Dr Christopher Onyango, the director of trade and customs, hailed Kenya for joining Eswatini, Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe as the fifth member-state to operationalise ECO.

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