A cross section of Kenyans have given mixed reactions after reports emerged suggesting that former chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Wafula Chebukati is critically ill. This is after on February 17, some media outlets reported that the former IEBC boss is admitted to a hospital in Nairobi where he has been undergoing treatment for nearly a week in the Intensive Care Unit. He had two head surgeries to remove a tumor. The surgeries have not stabilized him, those aware of his condition said. A close family member disclosed that Chebukati had been undergoing treatment at home…
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European nations must play a “full part” in ensuring Ukraine’s security in the event of a peace agreement with Russia, Sir Keir Starmer has said. The prime minister said Europe needed to “step up” its defence capabilities in the face of a “generational” security challenge Moscow poses. Sir Keir’s remarks came ahead of his arrival in Paris for a summit of European leaders to discuss concerns over the US-Russia talks on ending the war. He is expected to urge his counterparts to commit troops to a peacekeeping force in a potential peace deal, after writing that he was “ready and…
When US President Donald Trump wanted someone to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin last week to open negotiations for a potential deal to end the Russia-Ukraine war, he didn’t dispatch his secretary of state. The man he sent to the Kremlin to handle a titanic geopolitical challenge does not even have a diplomatic background. Instead Trump picked his personal friend, golf buddy and billionaire real estate developer Steve Witkoff. The president has made Witkoff his Middle East envoy. But last week the Bronx-born businessman found himself in discussions about ending a conflict in Eastern Europe – having been “with [Putin]…
Argentine President Javier Milei is facing impeachment calls – and legal action accusing him of fraud – over his promotion of cryptocurrency on social media. Milei posted on X, formerly Twitter, about the $LIBRA coin on Friday, which he said would help fund small businesses and start-ups. He shared a link to buy it, causing its price to shoot up. But within a few hours, he deleted his post and the cryptocurrency nosedived in value, losing investors most of their money. Some opposition members of Congress say they plan to start proceedings to impeach Milei. Meanwhile, lawyers filed complaints of…
Many people enjoy Spotify, but many of you may often deal with ads and unwanted song recommendations, disrupting their listening experience. While Spotify Premium removes ads and allows downloads, not everyone wants to pay for it. So, is there a way to download Spotify songs to MP3 files without Premium? The answer is certainly yes! This article will show you effective methods to convert Spotify tracks into MP3, giving you the freedom to listen offline, transfer music to any device, and enjoy an uninterrupted experience. Keep reading to discover the best tools and techniques to download Spotify songs hassle-free! Tool…
With Ramadan 2025/1446 fast approaching, astronomical calculations indicate that the holy month will commence on Saturday, March 1, 2025. The crescent moon is expected to be observed after sunset on Friday, February 28, corresponding to 29 Sha’ban 1446, to confirm the official start date. Many Islamic countries follow traditional moon sighting methods in accordance with the Hadith of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): “Do not fast until you see the crescent, and do not break your fast until you see it. If it is obscured, then estimate it.” Authorities across the region will conduct official moon sighting efforts on…
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi defended the involvement of National Intelligence Service (NIS) Director General Noordin Haji in the lobbying process for Raila Odinga’s loss in the race for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship. “He is a Kenyan. Other countries also have their intelligence chiefs here,” Mudavadi explained, dismissing criticism of Haji’s role in the campaign. Mudavadi told off those targeting Haji saying he is a man who had dedicated his life for the country and region. “Those criticizing him do not know what he does and has done for us as a…
Tottenham won the battle of the Premier League’s underachievers 1-0 on Sunday to inflict another dismal result on Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim. James Maddison scored the only goal in 13 minutes as Spurs moved above United in the table into 12th thanks to a third win over the Red Devils this season. The victory eased the pressure on under-fire Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou after exiting both domestic cup competitions this month to go with their lowly league position. United now find themselves down in 15th, but do enjoy a 12-point cushion over the bottom three. Tottenham’s first home league…
Israel’s prime minister said he is working to make US President Donald Trump’s plan to remove and resettle Gaza’s population “a reality”. Benjamin Netanyahu said he was cooperating with the US on a “common strategy” for Gaza after a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Jerusalem on Sunday. He said he and Rubio had discussed ways to implement Trump’s vision, which would also see the US take control of Gaza. Rubio said the plan may have “shocked and surprised” people, but that it took courage for Trump to propose an alternative to “tired ideas” of the past.…
Rwandan-backed M23 rebels have entered Bukavu, the second-largest city in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, seizing the regional governor’s office. Some people lined the streets to clap and cheer the fighters as they marched and drove into the city centre without resistance. It is the second city after Goma to fall to the rebels in the mineral-rich region in the past few weeks. The Congolese government has acknowledged its fall and urged residents to stay at home “to avoid being targeted by the occupying forces”. The UN and European countries have warned that the latest offensive, which has seen…
A mother, 37, and her two-year-old daughter have died from injuries sustained in Thursday’s car attack in the German city of Munich, police say. At least 37 people were injured after a car was driven into a crowd of people at a trade union rally. The driver was a 24-year-old Afghan asylum seeker, police said, identified in local media as Farhad N. He was arrested at the scene and prosecutors say he has admitted to carrying out the attack. He appeared to have a religious motivation, officials said. The mother and child were among those taken to hospital with serious…
Kenya’s candidate in the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson elections, Raila Odinga conceded defeat in the polls. Addressing the media in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, shortly after he lost to Djibouti’s candidate Mahamoud Ali Youssouf, Odinga congratulated his opponent for clinching the seat and wished him well during his term. He underscored the role of fairness in the conduct of the elections, intimating that the results should serve to strengthen democracy in Africa. “I had offered myself as a candidate, over the last few months I have run around the continent talking to different leaders of the continent canvassing for their…
President William Ruto spoke after Kenya lost the bid to win his bid for African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson. He said while the outcome of this election did not favour Kenya’s candidate, he wished to convey his deepest gratitude to the entire leadership of our great continent. He said they will continue working for a united, prosperous, and influential Africa on the global stage. “Thank you for considering the Right Honourable @RailaOdinga’s vision and priorities for the African Union and for according him the opportunity to share his passion for the continent’s transformation.” “To their Excellencies Mahmoud Youssouf and Selma…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Saturday asked for forgiveness from the people of Mt. Kenya region for what he termed as misleading them before the 2022 General Election. He spoke at Ol-Kalou Full Gospel Church during the consecration service of Bishop George Gathari as the new presiding Bishop of the FGC Central Kenya Region. Gachagua also said he is ready to forgive those caused him troubles that led to his ouster. He said it would be difficult for him and the people to forget, saying they have learnt and understood their true friends. “We have agreed to forgive everyone but…
About a thousand people gathered outside the US embassy in Pretoria on Saturday to show their support for President Donald Trump after he hit out at the “injust” treatment of white South Africans. Denouncing a recent law on land expropriation and murders committed against farmers, 1,200 people took part in the rally, according to the South African police. “It’s the first time we’ve seen in my lifetime that a foreign president stands up for the Afrikaner people like what we’ve seen him do, so we have to support this,” said Walter Wobben, a 52-year-old owner of a cattle farm in…