The 19-year-old who beat Sha’Carri Richardson at the Diamond League Meeting in Xiamen has been making headlines and here are five things you need to know about her. The world of athletics once again witnessed a new talent at the concluded Diamond League Meeting in Xiamen, competing in the 200m. Torrie Lewis, a 19-year-old, shocked…
Women entrepreneurs and startups in Kenya are set to benefit from €30 million (Sh4.2 billion) in new lending, following a partnership between KCB Bank Kenya, The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, and the European Investment Bank. The funds have been availed by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the European Investment Bank, to be disbursed through…
Kenya’s ruling party, the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has been implored to tender an apology to Nairobians for endorsing a gubernatorial candidate whose competence was open to doubt. Education analyst Janet Ouko on Monday argued that Nairobi’s management has been lamentable under Governor Johnson Sakaja’s rule, noting that it has attracted questions on his proficiency….
American sprinter Kenny Badnarek has explained what attracts him to Kenya after finally winning in Nairobi following two failed attempts at Kip Keino Classic. Olympic 200m silver medallist Kenny Badnarek has revealed how his love for Kenyan fans encourages him to sign up for the Kip Keino Classic. Bednarek made his third appearance at the…
Kenyans using Opera Mini have been hard-hit after Opera stopped its free data campaign, which allowed its consumers of limited means to enjoy free data bundles to access the internet. The firm, which operates the Opera Mini Browser, has been affected by local authorities’ decision, including the Betting Control and Licensing Board, to stop advertising…
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) has called on the government to change its approach on tackling banditry in the North Rift to allow normal learning and teaching to resume in schools in the region. This follows the death of Gen. Francis Ogolla and other soldiers in a helicopter crash while on a mission…
Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards will faceoff in the latest Mashemeji derby on Sunday but what are the top football derbies in Africa that Kenya’s top clash can’t hold a candle to? Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards will clash on Sunday April 21 in the Mashemeji derby with three points and pride at stake. The…
The Kenya shilling has recorded another drop in its value in the forex markets in the last two days of the week between April 14 and April 20. The drop in the forex markets is indicative of an increased demand for dollars in the forest market, which is not reflected in the CBK indicative rates,…
The Council of the University of Nairobi has sent Vice Chancellor Prof Stephen Kiama on compulsory leave. This follows the council meeting held on Friday. Chairperson of the council Amukova Anangwe said the council has appointed Prof Ayub Njoroge Gitau as the acting Vice Chancellor. The council did not communicate the reason for the decision….
The late Chief of Defence Forces General Francis Omondi Ogolla is set to be laid to rest today, Sunday, April 21, 2024. According to the family, General Ogolla is to be laid to rest within 72 hours after his death by his wish. The fallen General is said to have preferred a simple burial with…
