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Former boxer Conjestina Achieng’ has been admitted for rehabilitation to a Mombasa hospital. Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko secured her admission at the Mombasa Women Empowerment Network Hospital in Miritini. The 44-year-old, who has battled mental-related issues will remain at that facility until she fully recovers. Over the weekend, the former Nairobi County boss promised to come to the aid of ailing boxer Conjestina Achieng’ fronting a prophetess to her. This request was put forward by Conjestina’s son Charltone. “I’m truly saddened by this WhatsApp message from Conjestina’s son. Our leaders are busy campaigning while one of our shujaas who…

Arsenal have signed Brazil forward Gabriel Jesus from Manchester City for £45m. The 25-year-old, who will wear the number nine shirt for the Gunners, has signed a long-term deal, ending his five-year stay with City. Jesus made 236 appearances and scored 95 goals for City, winning four Premier League titles, three League Cups and the FA Cup. “It’s been a pleasure to play for Manchester City,” Jesus said. Arsenal are yet to win another Premier League title since their 2005 invincible run. Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com or WhatsApp +254707482874. You can also find us on Telegram through www.t.me/kahawatungu

The next Africa Cup of Nations will be played in Ivory Coast in 2024, and not 2023, Confederation of African Football (Caf) president Patrice Motsepe said on Sunday. The tournament was to be hosted in June-July 2023, which is the height of the rainy season in Ivory Coast. “We cannot take the risk,” the South African said in the Moroccan capital Rabat. With the World Cup in Qatar taking place in November and December this year, the decision has been taken to postpone the finals rather than bring them forward. Read: Caf Confirms Kenya, Zimbabwe Exclusion From Afcon Qualifiers It means…

On Sunday Sierra Leone Football witnessed the highest goals scored in football history as two teams Gulf FC and Kahunla Rangers tried to outscore each other to secure qualification in National Playoffs. The two teams were locked horn with 32 points each, with Gulf FC placed in the second position due to a greater goals advantage. At halftime, Kahunla Rangers were leading their opponent with 2-0 when they learned that Gulf FC are leading 10-0 it’s alleged that Kahunla made arrangements with the opponent and scored 93 goals in the second half. In the other match Gulf FC went ahead…

Mike Sonko has come to the aid of ailing former boxer Conjestina Achieng’ fronting a prophetess to her. This request was put forward by Conjestina’s son Charltone. “I’m truly saddened by this WhatsApp message from Conjestina’s son. Our leaders are busy campaigning while one of our shujaas who once made this country proud is currently languishing in poverty and needs help due to her ill health. “I have singlehandedly helped her before, taken her to various hospitals and rehabilitation centres including Nairobi County rehabilitation centre in Parklands, Diani Beach among others where she gets full recovery and discharged then when…

UEFA has hailed the High Court of Kenya ruling that orders a series of internet service providers, ISPs in the country to  block access to sports pirate websites which contain materials which infringe copyright. The case was fronted by Multichoice Kenya and supported by the European football governing body. Efforts in the fight against the pirate websites began in late 2019 when MultiChoice Kenya filed a lawsuit requesting that ISPs restrict live sports streaming services on their networks. Following an initial interim phase of the court process, the High Court, on 23 June 2022, imposed a permanent injunction compelling certain…

Mohamed Salah has signed a new three-year contract with Liverpool. The 30-year-old Egypt forward only had a year left on his previous deal and there had been doubts about whether he would stay. Salah has scored 156 goals in 254 appearances during his five years at Anfield since moving from Roma. “It’s the best decision for us and best decision for him. He belongs with us I think. This is his club now,” said boss Jurgen Klopp. “This is a special treat for our supporters to enjoy their weekend even more. I’m sure there will be some celebrations for this…

Fifa has confirmed semi-automated, state-of-the-art technology will be used at the World Cup in Qatar to speed up the time taken to reach offside decisions. In addition to a sensor in the middle of the ball, which sends data 500 times a second to determine the exact kick-point, 12 dedicated multi-tracking cameras that are “100% synchronised” will be mounted on the roof of each stadium to track the ball and 29 points on each player, sending data 50 times per second to calculate their exact position on the pitch. Any player in an offside position will trigger an alert in…

South African Olympic gold medalist Caster Semenya and her wife Violet Raseboya have welcomed their second bundle of joy into the world! Taking to Twitter, Semenya shared a glimpse of the baby’s feet with the couple’s wedding rings. The former middle-distance world champion and Raseboya also have a two-year-old daughter, Oratile. https://twitter.com/caster800m/status/1541037419025268737 Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com or WhatsApp +254707482874. You can also find us on Telegram through www.t.me/kahawatungu

A highly rewarding career, money and fame, but Sadio Manè is yet to pronounce the magical words, “I do” to any lady despite many suitors. So why is this the case? Manè recently made a switch from Liverpool in the Premier League to Bayern Munich in the Bundesliga. The move, which is poised to earn the 30-year-old Senegalese Ksh 36 million per week, will make him the top African football earner. Read: Sadio Manè Shatters Didier Drogba’s Champs League Record “I’ve seen a lot of girls asking me why I am not married, but sorry you might be wasting your time.…

An unidentified football fan stole sports equipment belonging to Magunga Girls Secondary School during a friendly game against Kisumu All Starlets at Moi Stadium, Kisumu on Wednesday. A sizeable number of fans showed up to watch the fixture as Starlets, who recently survived relegation in the Women’s Premier League begun early preparations for next season. As midday match went on, someone had different ideas apartment from enjoying the entertainment on free offer. “Unfortunately someone took advantage while both teams were on the field to steal from the girls in their school bus; that is two bags with students items including…

Most Kenyan football fans are used to watching spectacular scenes of trophy parades in Europe, especially in England. Winners of the Kenyan Premier League, KPL often go without much fanfare.  Tusker FC for example were recently handed their 13th league title with no one noticing. The opposite was true in neighboring Tanzania where a massive crowd showed up to celebrate Yanga SC record 28th title in the streets of Dar Es Salaam. Read: 5000 Fans Attend Friendly Match Involving Yanga SC In Tanzania Complete with an open-air bus that carried players and officials, the colorful event was the talk of most…

United States goalkeeper Matt Turner says he has been “able to realize a dream” after completing his move to Arsenal. The 28-year-old has joined the Gunners on a long-term deal – which was agreed in February – from Major League Soccer side New England Revolution. He made 102 appearances for New England during his six years with the club. “Watching Arsenal as a kid, I fell in love with the way the team plays and the values of this club,” said Turner. It felt like a long shot, but why not dream of putting my team’s shirt on one day,”…

Kalle Rovanperä is the 2022 WRC Safari Rally champion! It was a conquering moment for youngster whose father Harri failed to achieve the same feat in 2002. Rovanperä senior finished second in the 2002 edition of Safari Rally, behind the late Colin McRae thus failing to conquer the fable Kenyan fixture. But his son, the 21-year old Finn, sublimely cleared the challenging Kenyan gravel with zest and vigor. His run on the Friday fech fech sections and the Sleeping Warrior mud treated spectators to some exhilarating displays of rallying artistry. Email your news TIPS to Editor@kahawatungu.com or WhatsApp +254707482874. You can also…

Manchester United expect Cristiano Ronaldo to be part of their squad next season despite reports linking him with Chelsea. The Portuguese forward’s agent Jorge Mendes met new Blues chairman Todd Boehly last week and Ronaldo was said to have been part of the discussions. United sources feel there was nothing untoward in the meeting as Mendes advises a huge number of top players. They are adamant that the 37-year-old is not for sale. Read: Employee Crashes Sh244M Cristiano Ronaldo’s Bugatti Veyron The five-time Ballon d’Or winner still has a year left on his Old Trafford contract and is expected to be…