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High-speed passenger rail service to transform travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 24, 2025

The network is expected to link 11 cities across the UAE, with projections that over 36 million passengers will use the service annually by 2030.

Dennis Kimetto's comeback falls short as Ethiopians dominate Dubai Marathon
Michael Kirwa  |  Jan 12, 2025

Former marathon world record holder Dennis Kimetto made his return to the race circuit after five years, finishing 15th in the Dubai Marathon. The eve...

Shujaa secure spot in ninth-place final with dominant display against Ireland
Rama Mohammed  |  Dec 01, 2024

Shujaa triumphed over Ireland 21-7 in a spirited performance at the Dubai 7s, advancing to the ninth-place final where they will face Uruguay. Kenya's...

Shujaa falls to France in Dubai opener despite spirited fight
Rama Mohammed  |  Nov 30, 2024

Kenya’s national rugby sevens team, Shujaa, narrowly lost 24-19 to France in their opening match of the 2024 HSBC World Rugby 7s Series in Dubai. Desp...

Dubai Unlocked: The politically exposed Kenyans investing in Dubai’s luxe landscape
Africa Uncensored  |  Oct 14, 2024

While much of the investment appears to be above board, lax regulations, transactions conducted in cash and cryptocurrency, and a reputation for secre...

Somalia threatens Fly Dubai, Ethiopian Airlines with suspension for misrepresenting destinations
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Aug 21, 2024

The SCAA has demanded that Fly Dubai accurately represent its Somali destinations by including the full name of the destination along with "Somalia" o...

Kenya's Dubai Islamic Bank posts first profit since 2017
Barack Oduor  |  May 16, 2024

The bank announced that decreased impairment charges, increased non-funded income, and growing core revenues were the main drivers of the growth.

Dubai begins construction of 'world's largest' airport terminal
AFP  |  Apr 28, 2024

Once fully operational, the airport will handle a passenger capacity of 260 million annually.

Explainer: What caused the storm that brought Dubai to a standstill?
Reuters  |  Apr 18, 2024

This was the heaviest recorded rainfall in UAE in a 24-hour period since 1949.

Kenya Airways cancels Dubai flights due to severe weather
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 17, 2024

Affected customers have been advised to contact Kenya Airways customer relations for assistance.

Fly Dubai makes inaugural direct flight to Mombasa, a boost to tourism
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jan 17, 2024

Excitement ripples through the Coast region of Kenya as the government's "open skies policy" welcomes new international airlines, raising hopes for a...

Shujaa beat Chile to win HSBC Challenger Series in Dubai
Sports Reporter  |  Jan 14, 2024

Shujaa beat Chile 12-5 in the final, with Patrick Odongo the star man.

Kenya Lionesses denied first win despite commendable effort in HSBC challenger series
Rama Mohammed  |  Jan 12, 2024

The Kenya Lionesses' quest for their first victory in the ongoing HSBC Challenger Series fell just short on Friday, narrowly succumbing 12-10 to Czech...

Disappointment for Kenyan rugby fans as national Sevens teams withdraw from Dubai Invitational
Sports Reporter  |  Dec 01, 2023

Kenya's men's team, Shujaa, were set to compete in Group C, facing off against Speranza 22, R10C Selects, and Wailers. They were placed in Group C alo...

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