Busia got talent: Harambee Star’s mother praises son Boniface Muchiri’s never-say-die spirit and outstanding display

Busia got talent: Harambee Star’s mother praises son Boniface Muchiri’s never-say-die spirit and outstanding display

At the centre of interest a son born and brought up in Busia, one of the five counties in western Kenya that have contributed directly and indirectly more than 90 per cent of current Kenyan team that has shocked Africa’s football powerhouses like Morocco, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Angola and Zambia.

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AU conference told world requires $7-$23 trillion for water investment between now and 2050

AU conference told world requires $7-$23 trillion for water investment between now and 2050

As part of their inclusive, transparent and extensive consultation process, both the UAE and Senegal further used this plenary session to collect views from stakeholders on tangible recommendations and deliverables to fast track water investments in Africa, with the aim of showcasing these at the 2026 UN water conference.

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‘Kenya turns to home-grown scientific research that’s rooted in local realities but universally competitive’

‘Kenya turns to home-grown scientific research that’s rooted in local realities but universally competitive’

Prof Shaukat Abdulrazak commended the strategic partnership between the National Research Fund, Egerton University, and the Nakuru County government among other partners as an exceptional demonstration yielding tangible results for our nation.

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Africa grapples with $100 billion infrastructure financing gap as AU meets in Angola to discuss $1.3 trillion for electricity

Africa grapples with $100 billion infrastructure financing gap as AU meets in Angola to discuss $1.3 trillion for electricity

The African Union Development Agency-NEPAD is the technical body of the African Union. The mandate of AUDA-NEPAD is to facilitate and coordinate the implementation of regional and continental priority programmes and projects and to push for partnerships, resource mobilisation, and research and knowledge management. Through AUDA-NEPAD, African countries are provided unique opportunities to take full control of their development agenda, to work more closely together and to cooperate more effectively with international partners.

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Corner-kick masters Arsenal have new trick; it worked for them against hapless Man United goalkeeper in their season opener

Corner-kick masters Arsenal have new trick; it worked for them against hapless Man United goalkeeper in their season opener

Since Amorim’s arrival in November 2024, Manchester United have looked like they lack the physicality to operate in the 3-4-3 shape and the principles the Portuguese head coach wants the team to abide by.

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FEASSA president places Kakamega in line to host future editions of East African school games again

FEASSA president places Kakamega in line to host future editions of East African school games again

Due to the good reception, Mugisha said that Kakamega County will be considered to host other editions of FEASSA games if fans will behave well during this year’s edition.

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Health minister tells former deputy president era of ‘one community is more important than others’ is gone

Health minister tells former deputy president era of ‘one community is more important than others’ is gone

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua also alleged that President Ruto met with senior Al-Shabaab militants during a visit to Mandera, remarks that have been widely condemned by top government officials, including Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen.

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Research: Uniquely Kenyan ‘nyama choma’ tradition and ancient butcheries date back 2.9 million years at Nyayanga in Homa Peninsula on Lake Victoria

Research: Uniquely Kenyan ‘nyama choma’ tradition and ancient butcheries date back 2.9 million years at Nyayanga in Homa Peninsula on Lake Victoria

Homo sapiens did not arise until much later, around 300,000 years ago. But the knack for seeking out the best raw materials to make simple technology dates back nearly three million years.

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Founder of Benchmark Solutions Ltd in Kenyan Laura Akunga elected treasurer of African business body

Founder of Benchmark Solutions Ltd in Kenyan Laura Akunga elected treasurer of African business body

CONWOBAA has been designed to facilitate trade for women entrepreneurs through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), helping members of the WBAs access cross-border trade opportunities and build sustainable businesses.

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India in massive reduction of taxes on small cars in line with PM Modi reforms, sending shares higher

India in massive reduction of taxes on small cars in line with PM Modi reforms, sending shares higher

Cars with higher engine capacity that currently attract 28 per cent  GST and an additional levy of up to 22 per cent – resulting in total taxes of about 50 per cent – may come under a new special rate of 40 per cent, the source said.

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