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Ethiopia’s Gobena, Kenya’s Olympic champion Jepchirchir win Sydney Marathon

Gobena claims first victory after finishing second last year, as Jepchirchir adds to Boston, New York and London wins.

Addisu Gobena smashes Sydney Marathon record as Jepchirchir wins fourth women’s major

Ethiopian former javelin thrower claims men’s race in 2hr 4min 42sec Kenyan adds harbourside crown to Boston, New York and London titles Ethiopia’s Addisu Gobena surged to a record-breaking victory in the men’s race at t…

Ethiopian Gobena and Kenya's Jepchirchir take Sydney marathon honours

Subsidy: Between Tinubu, Atiku, Obi

The removal of petrol subsidy by the President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration has become one of the most consequential economic decisions of the federal government in recent years, altering the cost of transportation…

Police fire teargas at Kenyan traders protesting higher taxes on imports

Kenyan police fired teargas at traders in the capital Nairobi on Friday, during a protest against higher taxes.

Kenya: Court Halts Burial of Kcb Executive Rosemary Chemutai After Husband Challenges Arrangements

[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- The court has temporarily halted the burial of KCB executive Rosemary Chemutai Kimwatu following a dispute between her husband and members of her family over who should oversee her final send-off.

Kenya: Wetangula - Politicians Cannot Choose the 'Referee' Ahead of 2027 Polls

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has cautioned politicians against undermining the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), warning that attempts to interfere with its oper…

Kenya: Increased Insurance Revenue Lifts Britam Profit to Sh2.66bn

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Britam Holdings Plc has reported a 53 percent rise in profit after tax to Sh2.66 billion for the six months ended June 2026, from Sh1.74 billion recorded in a similar period last year, supported b…

Kenya: FKF Admit Challenge in Elevating Number of Kenyan Coaches to Elite Level

[Capital FM] NAIROBI -- Football Kenya Federation (FKF) technical director Francis Kimanzi concedes it is difficult for many local coaches to upgrade to Caf A license due to limited slots and opportunities available.

Kenyan police fire tear gas at Nairobi protest against import duty hike

Traders frustrated by more than $5,000 duty hike they say will hurt small businesses.

East Africa: Red Sea States Seek Stronger Maritime Security Cooperation As Threats Rise

[Shabelle] Nairobi -- Countries bordering the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden are seeking to strengthen maritime security cooperation as threats including piracy, human trafficking and disruptions to commercial shipping continu…

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Watch Miss Teen USA 2026 for free on Queen Beauty Network Unblock QBN from abroad with NordVPN – Save 75% The event is no longer available on The CW after a contractual issue Now into its 44th year of competition, Miss T…

Kenya: Voices of the Blueprint - a Walk Down Memory Lane As Capital FM Celebrates 30 Years of Sound and Culture

[Capital FM] For three decades, the airwaves of Nairobi and beyond have been anchored by a distinct, unmistakable frequency. As 98.4 Capital FM counts down to its milestone 30th anniversary, the station has rolled out it…

Kenya: Ruto - Police Constable Pay Increased From Sh21,645 to Sh29,360

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has announced an increase in the entry-level basic salary for police constables as the Government moves to improve the welfare and working conditions of security officers.

Kenya: Ruto Orders Police to Pursue Politicians Financing Political Violence Ahead of 2027

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has warned politicians against hiring gangs to disrupt political meetings, intimidate opponents or perpetrate violence, saying no political objective can justify the use of…

Reflections on Nigeria’s Public Health Administration: A Tribute to Dr Oluwatoyin Salawu

Public health is, at its heart, about protecting communities before illness becomes a crisis. It is about preventing disease, detecting outbreaks early, strengthening health systems and ensuring that the most vulnerable…

Kenya: US Launches Sh930m Initiative to Modernise Kenya Police Training

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The United States has launched a Sh930 million ($7 million) initiative to support Kenya's efforts to modernise police training and strengthen the professionalism and effectiveness of the National…

Kenya: Welfare Body Worried Over Future of Players As Kenyan Football Grinds to Halt

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenya Footballers Welfare Association (Kefwa) have warned that the delayed start of the 2026/27 FKF Premier League will damage the career of many players if intrigues surrounding it are not resolv…

Kenya: Police Deployed As Nairobi Traders Protest Increased Taxes On Imports

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Police have been deployed around the Archives, Luthuli Avenue and Railways Roundabout in Nairobi's central business district as traders prepare to march to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) office…

Kenya: DPP Files 17 Fresh Charges Against DCI, NIS Officers Over 2022 Kidnapping of Two Indians and Kenyan Driver

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The Director of Public Prosecutions has revived the case involving the alleged kidnapping of two Indian nationals and their Kenyan driver in 2022, filing 17 fresh charges against 15 officers attac…