Tribalism Stories

Nyong’o urges Kenyans to reject tribalism in tribute to Raila Odinga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 19, 2025

Reflecting on Raila’s political impact, the governor revisited the 2005 constitutional referendum, which he described as a pivotal moment in Kenya’s d...

Pressure mounts on AFC Leopards technical bench after third consecutive draw
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 16, 2025

Fans issue warning letters to head coach Fred Ambani, assistant Kennedy Wendo, and fitness trainer Vincent Mbwavi, demanding immediate improvement or...

IMF trims 2025 global growth outlook to 3.2 per cent amid rising uncertainty
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 16, 2025

Global trade volumes are expected to rise by 2.9 per cent on average over the next two years, down from 3.5 per cent in 2024, while global headline in...

FKF suspends all leagues for seven days following Raila Odinga’s death
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 15, 2025

The suspension affects matches in the FKF Premier League, the FKF National Super League and the FKF Women's Premier League.

Why are over 670 million people going hungry?
UN News  |  Oct 15, 2025

Conflict, climate change and inequality are all playing a role, but there are other reasons for what is known rather dryly as “food insecurity.”

Classic spaghetti and meatballs recipe that brings everyone together
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Oct 14, 2025

From its humble beginnings in the kitchens of Italian immigrants to its place as a global comfort food, spaghetti and meatballs has become more than j...

Staff allege mismanagement, favouritism at CAF under Mosengo-Omba
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 14, 2025

Confederation of African Football's Audit and Compliance Committee later said Mosengo-Omba attempted to influence the investigation to downplay its fi...

Cape Verde qualifies for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in history
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 13, 2025

The win also secured Cape Verde the top spot in Group D of African qualifying, finishing four points ahead of Cameroon, who were held to a 0-0 draw at...

Visa users get first pick as AFCON 2025 ticket sales kick off in Morocco
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 13, 2025

The 2025 tournament is expected to attract thousands of fans from across Africa and beyond.

Rising deaths among youth threaten global life expectancy gains, new study shows
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 14, 2025

The research reveals a global decline in mortality rates across 204 countries since 2020, though rising deaths among younger populations temper the pr...

Kenya ranked 103 globally with serious hunger levels, as 20 million people remain undernourished
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 13, 2025

The index measures hunger using four key indicators, including undernourishment, child stunting, child wasting and child mortality.

City Stars, Kibera Black Stars and Migori Youth shine in thrilling NSL weekend
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 12, 2025

It was a strong weekend overall for City Stars, Black Stars, and Migori Youth — teams that have shown early signs of ambition in what promises to be o...

Government defends granting tax waivers, immunity to Global Centre on Adaptation
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 12, 2025

Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei explained that GCA, an international non-governmental organisation based in Rotterdam, Netherlands,...

State confirms Host Country Status for climate-focused NGO, rejects claims of external influence
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Oct 11, 2025

Host Country Status allows GCA to operate its regional office with specific privileges, including tax exemptions on goods necessary for its operations...

UN report says mining boom threatens green energy goals without stronger oversight
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 09, 2025

According to the report, responsible mining practices and adherence to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) standards are crucial to prevent en...

Experts urge authentic experiences as modern travellers reshape African tourism
Farhiya Hussein  |  Oct 09, 2025

Experts say adapting to emerging trends is vital if the continent is to remain competitive in an increasingly digital and experience-driven market.

Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo becomes first billionaire footballer with $1.4 billion fortune
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 08, 2025

According to the index, Ronaldo, 40, has earned over $550 million (Sh71.1 billion) in salaries between 2002 and 2023, with his storied career includin...

South Sudan’s Francis Amin appointed to key FIFA committee
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 08, 2025

The Committee is one of FIFA's key governance arms, responsible for overseeing the development, administration and support of the organization's 211 M...

No plans to relocate 2025 AFCON, CAF assures despite Morocco protests
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 07, 2025

Motsepe made the remarks amid protests organised by the youth-led GenZ 212 collective, which has staged demonstrations in more than a dozen cities cal...

South African activists from Gaza-bound flotilla deported by Israel arrive in Jordan
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 07, 2025

The flotilla, comprising multiple vessels carrying hundreds of activists from 44 countries, was stopped about 70 nautical miles off the Gaza coast, wh...

African teams edge closer to 2026 World Cup as final qualifiers begin
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 06, 2025

Morocco and Tunisia have already secured qualification after topping Groups E and H, while Egypt could join them on Wednesday with a win over bottom-p...

Talks between Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh, Jubaland leader Ahmed Madobe end without agreement
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 06, 2025

According to official sources, the meeting between the two leaders focused on the ongoing dispute over Jubaland’s regional leadership and the wider qu...

Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh moves to end political standoff with Jubaland leader Ahmed Madobe
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 06, 2025

The duo, who have for months been at odds over federal power-sharing and state autonomy, are expected to discuss ways of rebuilding trust and strength...

Tusker hold unbeaten Shabana as Gor Mahia and Mara Sugar bag crucial wins
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 05, 2025

Mara Sugar celebrated their first-ever top-flight victory, stunning Ulinzi Stars 2–1 through a David Omondi brace after Ibrahim Shambi had given the S...

Kenya-based South African activist among those detained after Israeli interception of Gaza aid flotilla
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 03, 2025

The Global Sumud Flotilla, made up of more than 50 vessels and thousands of participants from 44 countries, was delivering food and medical supplies t...

European countries condemn Israeli interception of Gaza-bound flotilla, demand safety of citizens
XINHUA  |  Oct 03, 2025

The GSF, comprising some 50 vessels with over 500 volunteers from more than 40 countries, aims to challenge Israel's naval blockade and deliver food a...

Omar Artan makes history as first Somali referee at FIFA World Cup
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 02, 2025

At the U-20 World Cup, he is being supported by Kenyan assistant referee Gilbert Cheruiyot and Abelmiro Montenegro from São Tomé and Príncipe.

Somali leaders make peace push with future council launch in Nairobi
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Oct 02, 2025

The leaders said the Somali Future Council was designed to advance those goals and provide a framework for addressing differences through discussion r...

World Bank warns of soaring global food prices as inflation hits developing nations hardest
Alfred Onyango  |  Oct 03, 2025

While the figures represent global averages, the impact is felt most acutely in low- and middle-income countries such as Kenya.

Ramaphosa slams Israel, calls for release of Mandela’s grandson seized in Gaza flotilla
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 02, 2025

Before joining the flotilla, Mandla Mandela compared the plight of Palestinians under Israeli occupation to apartheid in South Africa.

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