Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has opened applications for the upcoming CAF B Licence Refresher Course, as part of its continued efforts to strengthen coaching standards and promote continuous professional development among football coaches in the country. The five-day course will be held in Nairobi from July 13 to 17, 2026, and is aimed at ensuring CAF B Licence holders remain up to date with modern coaching methodologies, CAF technical standards, and the evolving demands of the game. According to FKF, the refresher programme also seeks to enhance knowledge sharing among coaches and uphold the standards outlined under the CAF Coaching…
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Bing Crosby was an American singer, comedian, and actor who had a net worth of $10 million at the time of his death in 1977, which is roughly equivalent to about $50 million today after adjusting for inflation. Crosby was one of the most influential entertainers of the 20th century, dominating music, film, radio, and television over a career that spanned more than five decades. Born Harry Lillis Crosby in 1903, he first gained recognition as a vocalist with the Paul Whiteman Orchestra and the Rhythm Boys in the late 1920s before launching a highly successful solo career in the…
Dean Martin was an American singer, actor, and comedian who had a net worth of $30 million at the time of his death in 1995, which is roughly equivalent to around $65 million today after adjusting for inflation. Known as “The King of Cool,” Dean Martin was one of the most effortlessly charismatic entertainers of the 20th century. His smooth baritone voice, laid-back comedic style, and natural charm made him a defining figure in music, film, television, and Las Vegas entertainment. Over a career spanning more than five decades, Martin transitioned seamlessly from nightclub performer to Hollywood leading man to…
Frank Sinatra was an American musical superstar who had a net worth of $200 million at the time of his death in 1998. However, the exact value of his fortune has long been the subject of debate. In the late 1980s, during a period of career decline, Sinatra’s accountants estimated his wealth at around $14 million. Yet after his death, reports suggested that the value of his estate and associated business interests may have ranged between $200 million and $600 million, sparking legal and family disputes over his will. Widely regarded as one of the most influential entertainers of the…
Mia Farrow is an American actress, singer, humanitarian, and former fashion model who has a net worth of $10 million. Over a career spanning more than six decades, Farrow has built a reputation as one of Hollywood’s most distinctive and emotionally compelling performers. She first rose to prominence in the 1960s through her role as Allison MacKenzie on the hit television soap opera “Peyton Place.” Her global breakthrough came in 1968 when she starred as Rosemary Woodhouse in Roman Polanski’s psychological horror masterpiece “Rosemary’s Baby,” a role widely regarded as one of the most iconic performances in horror film history.…
Ava Gardner was an American actress and singer who had an estimated net worth of $200,000 at the time of her death in 1990. Despite being one of the most celebrated stars of Hollywood’s Golden Age, Gardner faced financial challenges later in life that significantly reduced her fortune. Her legacy, however, remains tied to a remarkable film career that spanned more than four decades and produced some of cinema’s most memorable performances. Best known for starring in classics such as The Killers, Show Boat, Mogambo, The Night of the Iguana, and The Barefoot Contessa, Gardner became one of the most…
Mickey Rooney was an American actor, comedian, radio entertainer, and stage performer who had a net worth of just $20,000 at the time of his death in 2014. Despite earning millions throughout a career that spanned nearly nine decades, financial struggles, multiple divorces, poor investments, and legal disputes left the Hollywood icon with a surprisingly modest estate. Rooney appeared in more than 300 films and television productions, making him one of the most prolific performers in entertainment history. He rose to fame as a child star before becoming one of Hollywood’s biggest box-office attractions during the late 1930s and early…
Bill Cobbs was an American actor who had a net worth of $2 million at the time of his death in 2024. Over a remarkable career spanning five decades, Cobbs became one of Hollywood’s most respected character actors, earning nearly 200 film and television credits. He was widely recognized for his performances in films such as The Hitter, The Hudsucker Proxy, The Bodyguard, Night at the Museum, and The Brother from Another Planet. He also appeared in popular television series including Walker, Texas Ranger and The Sopranos. Bill Cobbs Net Worth $2 Million Date of Birth June 16, 1934 Place…
Dan Hedaya is an American actor with an estimated net worth of $5 million. Known for his distinctive voice, tough-guy persona, and knack for portraying wisecracking authority figures, Hedaya has enjoyed a successful acting career spanning more than five decades. With over 120 film and television credits to his name, he has become one of Hollywood’s most recognizable character actors. Audiences may best remember him as Nick Tortelli from the hit sitcom Cheers, as well as for memorable roles in films such as The Addams Family, Clueless, Ransom, The First Wives Club, The Usual Suspects, and Mulholland Drive. Dan Hedaya…
Jean Kasem is an American actress, inventor, and former model who has an estimated net worth of $50 million. She is best known for portraying Loretta Tortelli on the hit sitcom Cheers and its short-lived spin-off The Tortellis. Beyond acting, Kasem has also built a career as an inventor, earning multiple patents in the infant products industry. She gained additional public attention through her marriage to legendary radio personality and voice actor Casey Kasem, whom she was married to from 1980 until his death in 2014. Jean Kasem Net Worth $50 Million Date of Birth May 21, 1954 Place of…
Doctors at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have successfully removed a massive 4kg liver tumour during a complex seven-hour right hepatectomy, marking a major surgical milestone and giving the patient a new lease of life. In a statement, KNH said the life-changing procedure was the highlight of the Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgical Camp held at the facility from June 10 to 12, 2026. The hospital described the outcome as a symbol of hope and a second chance for a patient who had faced an uncertain medical future. The achievement was made possible through collaboration between Kenyatta National Hospital, the Europe-Africa Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association,…
Amnesty International has welcomed the government’s decision to suspend construction of the proposed United States-funded Ebola Quarantine Facility in Nanyuki, following a court order halting the project pending determination of a legal challenge. In a statement, the human rights organization praised Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale’s announcement that the government would comply with the court directive, describing respect for court orders as fundamental to the rule of law and constitutional governance. “Compliance with judicial decisions is not optional; it is a constitutional obligation,” Amnesty said, urging all state agencies involved in the project to fully adhere to the court order…
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has announced that CAF coaching courses will resume in July 2026, with the federation set to roll out both new and refresher programmes across all CAF licence levels. In a statement, FKF said the courses are aimed at enhancing coaching standards in the country while ensuring compliance with the Confederation of African Football (CAF) coaching regulations. The federation noted that, in line with Article 32.1 of the CAF Coaching Convention Regulations, all CAF coaching licences issued more than three years ago must be renewed through the prescribed refresher courses. Coaches holding expired licences will therefore…
Detectives in Githurai have arrested a man who had been on the run following the fatal stabbing of his wife in Mwihoko, Kiambu County. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said the suspect, identified as 59-year-old Charles Maina Karungae Kibue, was apprehended after forensic leads led investigators to his hideout in Kayole. According to police, the incident occurred on June 14, 2026, at a shop owned by the deceased, 47-year-old Elizabeth Wambui, in the Delta area of Mwihoko Township. DCI said a domestic dispute reportedly broke out at the premises, during which the suspect…
A new report has revealed that Kenyan households received a total of Sh931.8 billion in remittance inflows between June 2024 and May 2025, highlighting the continued importance of diaspora transfers to the country’s economy. According to the 2025 Remittances Household Survey Report, cash transfers accounted for 91.0 per cent of total inflows, while in-kind remittances made up the remaining 9 per cent. The report shows that the United States of America remained the largest source of remittances, contributing 43.5 per cent of the total inflows, followed by Germany and Australia. It further notes that formal channels remain the preferred mode…