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Rescue teams have so far retrieved the bodies of 229 people killed in two landslides in southern Ethiopia, a local official has told the BBC. The landslides occurred on Sunday evening and Monday morning, after heavy rains in a remote mountainous area of the Gofa zone. The local authority said the search for survivors was…
The French Embassy in Nairobi on Sunday marked its National Day, known as Bastille Day. The day is celebrated worldwide to commemorate the historical significance of the French Revolution and its impact on the global advancement of democratic ideas. France Ambassador to Kenya Arnaud Suquet hosted the colourful event at his residence in Peponi Gardens….
The government has announced 114 job vacancies across various state corporations and institutions. The vacancies were published in the government paper, My Gov, on May 7, 2024. Kenya tsetse and trypanosomiasis eradication council under the Ministry of Agriculture has advertised 24 job opportunities. They include supply chain management officers, human resource management officers, ICT officers,…
Julius Yego has voiced his opinion following the directive by Athletics Integrity Unit requiring athletes coming from Category ‘A’ countries to undergo three tests before Paris Olympics. The Athletics Integrity Unit on Wednesday, May 1, announced strict measures that will look to ensure fair competition and upholding the integrity of the sport ahead of the…
There was drama after two motorists resisted orders from a police officer who allegedly entered their motor vehicle and demanded they produce their passports. In a video that has ignited varied opinions about the conduct of the motorists and the police officers, the enraged civilians are heard asking the police officer to identify himself first…
The demographic transition may be the biggest opportunity for the economies of sub-Saharan Africa, but will only be able to enjoy the dividends if they make sufficient investment in education. The 2024 Fiscal Monitor by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) shows that a percentage increase in education spending can boost medium-term GDP by as much…
Agnes Ngetich has threatened the late Agnes Tirop’s women-only 10km world record at the Adizero Road to records following the astonishing time she clocked to win the race. Agnes Ngetich and Nicholas Kimeli stole the show at the Adizero Road to Records on Saturday morning, April 27. Ngetich stopped the clock at 30:03 with Margaret…
Police will be hoping to keep their maiden continental hopes alive with a win over Sofapaka in the FKF Cup Kenya Police are gearing up for a crucial clash against Sofapaka in the quarter-finals of the FKF Cup, scheduled to take place at Dandora Stadium on Saturday at 3 PM local time. The law enforcement…
Aigles du Congo head coach Luc Eymael has explained why he thinks it’s time for Brian Mandela to exit Mamelodi Sundowns. Kenyan international Brian Onyango Mandela (29) endured a frustrating day to forget as a section of Mamelodi Sundowns fans turned against him with endless boos during their 2-1 Premier Soccer League (PSL) victory against…
Kenyan midfielder Zech Obiero has renewed his contract with Leyton Orient following impressive performances and developmental loan spells. Kenyan midfielder Zech Obiero has signed a two-year contract extension with Leyton Orient ensuring his stay at the English Football League One side through the next seasons. The 19-year-old talent, who made his first-team debut in April…
