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…
The case against Paul Mackenzie, leader of the Shakahola cult in Malindi, has been closed by a magistrate. The case was closed when Malindi Principal Magistrate Ivy Wasike ruled that her court lacked jurisdiction to hear terrorism charges that the prosecution wanted to add against Mackenzie. Makenzie and his co-accused were rearrested outside the court…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has claimed to know the people who issue fake academic certificates at River Road and some of the senior government officials who have benefitted from the illegal trade. Gachagua, who spoke on Wednesday during the third National Wage Bill Conference at the Bomas of Kenya, divulged that some cartels in the…
In the early afternoon of 29 November last year, several Palestinian boys descended on to their street in the occupied West Bank, where they often played together. Minutes later, two of them lay dead from gunshots fired by Israeli soldiers – Basil, 15, and eight-year-old Adam. As part of an investigation into the conduct of…
Kenyan rapper Colonel Mustafa, who had been spotted working at a construction site to make ends meet, has received an outpouring of support from well-wishers. Fauz Khalid a maritime expert mobilised Kenvans on Twitter to come through for Mustafa and his family. The family is yet to set up a PayBill number but according to…
Coach David Kimutai wants Athletics Kenya to maintain the African Games walk race team for the 2024 World Athletics Race Walking Team Championship scheduled for April 21 in Antalya, Turkey. “The team is fantastic and can shock the world. All they need is support from all quarters,” said Kimutai They showed potential and must compete…
mTek and Britam have formed an alliance with Buy Simu to offer insurance for phones in Kenya and extend coverage for phone products in the country. According to Mtek’s CEO, Bente Krogmann, offering insurance reduces instances of defaults resulting in phone losses or damages, and thus reinforces customer satisfaction and enhances customer retention rates. “The…
Isiolo Subcounty Security and Intelligence Committee has received 15 rifles and 22 rounds of ammunition surrendered through the influence of community elders. Deputy County Commissioner Patrick Musango confirmed that the voluntary surrender had been going on for the last four months in the area. Musango said Ngaremara elders and herders had surrendered nine firearms and…
Bayer Leverkusen have won the German football league for the first time in their history – ending an 11-year run by Bayern Munich. Coached by former Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso, Leverkusen thumped Werder Bremen 5-0 on Sunday, winning the Bundesliga title with ease. They are 16 points clear of Bayern with five games left to…
President William Ruto has defended the government’s plan to levy additional taxes on Kenyans, stating that it is part of a broader strategy to enhance the country’s revenue and reduce reliance on borrowing. The Head of State says he intends to raise the country’s average tax rate from the current 14 percent to 16 percent…
