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Task force warns absence of femicide law hampers justice as 170 women killed by February
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 22, 2025

The findings were shared during a public engagement forum in Kwale County, where the group also revealed that sexual abuse cases had increased by eigh...

Nairobi City Thunder fall again as BAL Playoff hopes narrow
Erick Kariuki  |  May 18, 2025

Nairobi City Thunder's tough Basketball Africa League (BAL) debut continued with a second straight defeat, this time at the hands of Libya’s Al Ahli T...

Kenya’s Nairobi City Thunder ready for BAL debut in Kigali
Erick Kariuki  |  May 16, 2025

Kenya’s Nairobi City Thunder are set to make their long-awaited debut at the Basketball Africa League (BAL) in Kigali, joining three other first-timer...

FKF issues string of sanctions as clubs face penalties over ineligible players and abandoned matches
Erick Kariuki  |  May 14, 2025

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has handed down a raft of disciplinary rulings affecting clubs in the Division One League and the Women National S...

Funding shortfall leaves severely malnourished Somali women, children facing death
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 13, 2025

The Somalia Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan is only 11.1 per cent funded as of May 12.

72 injured in Gusii Stadium chaos, FKF confirms
Bashir Mbuthia  |  May 04, 2025

The Football Kenya Federation has confirmed that 72 people were injured during Sunday’s FKF Premier League match at Gusii Stadium. FKF expressed deep...

Trapped by TB and addiction: How substance abuse fuels spread of tuberculosis
Charity Kilei  |  May 03, 2025

Substance use significantly weakens the immune system, making individuals more susceptible to TB infection or relapse. Moreover, alcohol interferes wi...

UEFA Champions League Trophy returns to Kenya after 13 years
Erick Kariuki  |  May 02, 2025

The iconic silverware, a symbol of Europe’s elite club competition, is in the country for a three-day tour from Thursday to Saturday, its first appear...

An outpouring of grief as Kenya mourns KBF Chairman Paul Otula
Rama Mohammed  |  May 01, 2025

Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Chairman Paul Otula has died, prompting a wave of tributes from sports and government leaders. National Olympic Comm...

Fear, misinformation plague parents despite child vaccines shortage resolution
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 28, 2025

Health workers across Nairobi continue to urge parents not to delay childhood immunisations, emphasising that routine vaccines are now available in pu...

Explainer: Why your child needs that polio vaccine
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 27, 2025

The WHO emphasises the importance of providing the polio vaccine to all children under five years old, starting at birth. The vaccine is typically adm...

Uganda declares end to latest ebola outbreak
Reuters  |  Apr 27, 2025

The outbreak started in Kampala, a crowded city of about four million that is also a crossroads for routes branching out to eastern Congo, Kenya, Rwan...

Slum life breeds silent cholera risks amid poor sanitation
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 22, 2025

Outbreaks typically escalate in overcrowded areas with broken sewer systems and limited access to clean water, creating the perfect environment for ch...

Serie A matches postponed following death of Pope Francis
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 21, 2025

The decision by the FIGC affects four Serie A matches which had been scheduled to be played on Easter Monday, which is a national holiday in Italy.

Cholera prevention: What you should know about how to prevent the spread
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 12, 2025

As of April 6, at least 97 cases—including a 1-year-old child—and six deaths had been reported across Migori, Kisumu and Nairobi counties.

WordPress users can now harness AI power to build and design websites
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 11, 2025

The new AI builder aims to streamline the process for beginners and help WordPress.com remain competitive in the ever-growing market of website builde...

Harambee Starlets and Junior Starlets laud FKF for organising high-profile friendly matches
Michael Kirwa  |  Apr 10, 2025

The national women’s senior and U17 football teams have praised the Football Kenya Federation for organising recent high-profile friendly matches agai...

Kala-azar death toll rises to 33 as new cases hit 1,041
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 09, 2025

While there is still much work to be done, Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi said ongoing efforts are showing improvements to control the ongoing outbrea...

Eastleigh’s Crown FC banks on young talent in Sub-County League return
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 09, 2025

Crown FC is preparing for its Sub-County League debut with a revamped U20 team, new training strategies, and fresh kits from the Safaricom Foundation...

Wajir’s fight against Kala-azar gains momentum as new measures take effect
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 09, 2025

Experts believe the disease's spread is linked to recent floods, which have created ideal conditions for sandflies, the insects responsible for transm...

FKF President calls for legislation to tackle match-fixing in Kenyan football
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 08, 2025

According to Hussein, the Federation’s efforts to combat match-fixing are limited by a lack of legal support.

Cholera outbreak claims six lives, 97 cases confirmed in three counties
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 08, 2025

According to the Ministry of Health, counties including Migori, Kisumu and Nairobi are among the hardest hit by the infectious disease.

No room for match fixers in football, says Harambee Stars coach McCarthy
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 08, 2025

Speaking during an interview on NTV Tonight, McCarthy made it clear that he has no sympathy for Matasi or any player who compromises the integrity of...

Hope against the odds: Somalia chase historic point against Senegal in AFCON U17
Rama Mohammed  |  Apr 07, 2025

Somalia may be bottom of Group C, but they’re not out of hope. As they prepare to face defending champions Senegal, the tone in camp is one of belief,...

Shabana stun Bandari as FKFPL title race heats up
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 06, 2025

Late goals, title pressure, and statement wins - Matchweek 26 of the FKF Premier League delivered it all. While Kenya Police and Tusker stumbled, Shab...

Kala-azar outbreak in Wajir: Mobile laboratories deployed as death toll surpasses 20
Issa Hussein  |  Apr 03, 2025

The statement further noted that the MoH has deployed two mobile laboratories as part of an intervention to enhance early detection and treatment of t...

Football Kenya Federation launches 2025 jersey design competition
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 01, 2025

The top three winners will be required to transfer all intellectual property rights to FKF upon signing a declaration form.

Somalia and Tunisia set for high-stakes CAF U-17 AFCON opener in El Jadida
Erick Kariuki  |  Apr 01, 2025

This marks the first meeting between the two sides in the competition, with both teams aiming for a strong start in what promises to be a competitive...

Ethiopia launches mass cholera vaccination in Gambella amid rising death toll
Addis Standard  |  Apr 01, 2025

The deteriorating health situation has been exacerbated by escalating political tension in South Sudan, which has driven thousands of displaced people...

Gender divide: Why men are more prone to tuberculosis
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 30, 2025

According to the LIGHT Consortium, TB remains a significant public health challenge in Kenya, disproportionately affecting men. The consortium reports...

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