Kenyan middle-distance star Emmanuel Wanyonyi delivered a stunning performance at the Diamond League meet in Oslo, claiming his first-ever win in the prestigious series. The 20-year-old raced to victory in the men’s 800m final with an impressive time of 1:42.78, holding off fierce competition from Mohamed Attaoui and Olympic bronze medallist Djamel Sedjati. Attaoui clocked […]
In a heartfelt response to the tragic death of Albert Ojwang, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has pledged long-term support to the deceased influencer’s family. The governor announced that the county will fund the education of Ojwang’s son, clear his widow’s college fees, and provide housing support for the late teacher’s parents. Ojwang, a popular youth […]
Read Also: Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o (1938–2025): Literary Giant, Cultural Icon, and Revolutionary Voice Ngugi wa Thiong’o is dead. The world-renowned Kenyan author, playwright, and activist passed away today at the age of 86, marking the end of an extraordinary literary and intellectual journey. The news of his death has sent shockwaves across Kenya and the […]
A Historic Bond Under Strain For decades, the Israel–US relationship has been a cornerstone of American foreign policy in the Middle East. From generous military aid to unwavering diplomatic support, Israel has often been treated as a privileged ally by both Democratic and Republican administrations. This is especially true during Benjamin Netanyahu’s long political tenure, […]
In a development that could reshape Turkey’s modern history, the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) has announced it is laying down arms after nearly 40 years of conflict with the Turkish state. The PKK disbandment 2025 signals a possible end to one of the world’s longest-running insurgencies, which has claimed over 40,000 lives and left […]
A Humble Goodbye from the People’s Pope Pope Francis Death has reverberated across continents with the quiet force of a soul whose impact transcended tradition, title, and time. On Easter Monday, April 21, 2025, at 7:35 AM, the Vatican news today confirmed that the 266th Bishop of Rome had passed away peacefully in his residence […]
Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in Tehran, Iran, on July 31, 2024, during a period of heightened tensions in the Middle East. Haniyeh was reportedly killed by a short-range projectile fired from outside the government guest house where he was staying, coinciding with the inauguration of Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian. Details of […]
The scheduled burial date for Kelvin Kiptum, the world marathon record holder, has been advanced from Saturday, February 24, to Friday, February 23. The decision was attributed to the need to accommodate President William Ruto’s itinerary. According to a family spokesperson, the adjustment was made to synchronize with President Ruto’s schedule, as he is expected […]
