President Umaro Sissoco Embalo Stories

Wave of coups in Africa: What President Paul Kagame thinks
New Times  |  Nov 29, 2025

The recent surge in military takeovers across Africa has also overthrown leaders in Burkina Faso, Gabon, Guinea, Mali, Niger, and Sudan. And at least...

African Union suspends Guinea-Bissau over coup
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 29, 2025

AU Commission Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, said the continental body had decided to "suspend with immediate effect" Guinea-Bissau until constitu...

Kimani Ichung’wa blames Opposition losses on ‘tribal’ campaign messaging
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 28, 2025

Ichung’wa said the Opposition had failed to articulate issues of national importance to voters, instead resorting to tribal narratives aimed at dividi...

Deposed Guinea-Bissau President Umaro Embaló flown to Senegal as coup deepens
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 28, 2025

Senegal’s foreign ministry confirmed that Embaló had been flown in on a chartered military aircraft and was “safe and sound” after Ecowas-led discussi...

ECOWAS suspends Guinea-Bissau after post-election coup
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 28, 2025

The bloc instructed its stabilisation mission in Guinea-Bissau (ESSMGB) to continue protecting state institutions, and ordered the country's armed for...

Experts at COP30 launch Sh39 billion plan to shield hospitals from climate threats
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 28, 2025

The plan has already secured a $300 million (Sh39 billion) pledge, signalling increasing political will to confront the escalating health emergency.

African Union, ECOWAS condemn Guinea-Bissau coup, demand release of detained leaders
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 27, 2025

Guinea-Bissau's military took control of the country on Wednesday, suspending the electoral process and imposing a curfew.

MPs protest delays in 37 sports academy projects
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 26, 2025

PS Elijah Mwangi revealed that only 15 academies were under active construction, while the rest faced funding gaps, land disputes, and limited contrac...

How the EU aims to reinvent its partnership with Africa as China tightens its grip
DW News  |  Nov 26, 2025

Africa, the world’s youngest continent with 40 per cent of its population under 15 compared to Europe’s 16 per cent, faces growing pressure to provide...

16 days global campaign spotlights growing threat of gender-based violence
Charity Pancras  |  Nov 25, 2025

Gender-based violence (GBV) remains a serious human rights and public health issue.

Amputee footballers reclaim hope amid Gaza’s ruins
UN News  |  Nov 25, 2025

The Hope Championship for Amputee Football in the Gaza Strip ran for four days last week.

Kakamega Homeboyz storm past Posta Rangers 2–0 as AFC Leopards, Murang’a Seal settle for 1–1 draws
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 23, 2025

Kakamega Homeboyz end winless run with 2–0 victory, while Leopards and Seal share points in thrilling FKF Premier League action

Bungoma shock Gideon, Kayole shine, Ulinzi back on track as Kisumu–Zetech match abandoned
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 23, 2025

Bungoma shock Gideon Starlets, Kayole thrash Kisped, Ulinzi return to winning ways as FKF Women’s Premier League weekend delivers drama and chaos.

Voters head to polls in Guinea-Bissau after opposition party excluded
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Nov 23, 2025

Guinea-Bissau has a long history of political instability, with multiple coups and attempted takeovers since gaining independence from Portugal more t...

Xinhua research report urges building new global leadership model to tackle crises, promote shared prosperity
XINHUA  |  Nov 21, 2025

The international community calls for a new model of global leadership capable of responding powerfully and effectively to global challenges and leadi...

Youth football comes alive in Eastleigh as Fazam Academy clinches Moi Cup title
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 21, 2025

With more tournaments expected across the December holidays, Fazam Academy’s early performances signal a lively football season for Eastleigh’s youth....

What’s at stake in the COP30 negotiations?
UN News  |  Nov 21, 2025

With the planet heating at record speed and climate disasters intensifying, cutting emissions and adapting to impacts dominate the agenda.

Tana River County champions people-centred climate solutions at COP30
Issa Hussein  |  Nov 20, 2025

Governor Godhana leads high-level COP30 engagements to attract climate finance, strengthen global partnerships, and accelerate Tana River’s shift to r...

IEBC receives first batch of ballot papers ahead of November 27 by-elections
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 20, 2025

The Commission expects the remaining 29 pallets to be delivered by Friday at 7:30 pm. Distribution of all election materials to constituency tallying...

President Ruto honoured with CAF Award for supporting Kenyan football
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 20, 2025

The award was received on behalf of President Ruto by Kenya’s Ambassador to Morocco, Jessica Gakinya

Nairobi academies under FKF probe over backdated, fake licenses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 19, 2025

FKF Football Development Director Francis Kimanzi said the federation has received reports of suspicious documents and has launched investigations to...

Kenyans to have their say on Bill granting controversial diplomatic protections
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 18, 2025

By opening public participation on the new amendment, Kenya appears to be seeking to restore confidence in a process that has come under increasing sc...

CBE curriculum spirit alive in Eastleigh as parents lead new wave of youth football development
Erick Kariuki  |  Nov 14, 2025

With strong community involvement, a passionate coaching team, and structured training, Eastleigh is quietly carving its own path in youth football de...

Bomet, Homa Bay, Kirinyaga among counties with highest hiring imbalances - report
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

The report shows that 12 counties have failed to meet the statutory requirement that at least 30 per cent of entry-level positions be reserved for app...

‘Kenya can’t do it alone’: US urges more nations to join Haiti’s Gang Suppression Force
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 13, 2025

The US says global action is needed to expand the Kenya-led force to 5,500 troops and stabilise gang-ravaged Haiti.

Kisumu County City manager under EACC investigation for forgery, fraudulent travel allowances
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 13, 2025

Wanga is facing multiple charges, including forgery, fraudulent acquisition of public property, and presenting false documents, following an investiga...

Once a disease of the elderly, colon cancer is now hitting people in their 30s and 40s
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Nov 13, 2025

Once seen as an older person’s disease, colorectal cancer is increasingly striking people in their 30s and 40s — a global wake-up call linking modern...

Kenya among 16 global hunger hotspots facing crisis, UN warns
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 12, 2025

Conflict and violence are the main drivers of hunger in 14 of the 16 hotspots, while economic shocks and extreme weather make conditions worse.

Relief for consumers as benchmark food prices ease for second month in a row
Alfred Onyango  |  Nov 13, 2025

FAO attributes the sustained easing largely to ample global supplies and improved export availability across several key commodities.

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