By Adolf Bruno The air in Majengo was thick with tension on Friday morning, a stark contrast to the usual lively hum of market-day activity. The scent of charred wood and tear gas lingered, a grim reminder of the violence that had erupted the night before. The name on everyone’s lips
Featured
Dongruokdala Girls FC launched to mentor girls and tackle period poverty
In a transformative initiative aimed at empowering young girls in Ukwala, Mr. Daniel Juma Omondi, the Country Director of the Global Peace Foundation Kenya and patron of the Dongruokdala Community-Based Organization (CBO), officially launched the Dongruokdala Girls Football Club. This new girls-only football club caters to participants aged 13 to
The role of innovation in achieving Sustainable Development Goals
By Adolf Bruno As we navigate through an era marked by unprecedented challenges—rising global temperatures, pandemics, wars, and socio-economic disparities—the urgent need for innovation has never been clearer. Researchers and climate experts warn us that we may exceed the 2015 Paris Agreement limit of 1.5°C between 2030 and 2050 if we
Undeterred by impeachment, Gachagua eyes 2027 election
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reaffirmed his determination to pursue political office in the upcoming 2027 General Election, despite his impeachment last year. In a recent interview with Musyi FM, Gachagua stated that he has not yet exhausted all legal options to appeal his impeachment and seek redress. Gachagua expressed
JSC halts petitions against Chief Justice and Supreme Court judges
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has decided to suspend hearings on petitions calling for the removal of the Chief Justice and several Supreme Court judges. This move follows the issuance of interim court orders that prevent the commission from advancing with the three petitions currently before it. JSC Vice Chair Isack
Museveni urges Ugandans to embrace financial growth and combat poverty
President Yoweri Museveni has called on Ugandans to reject complacency and actively pursue opportunities for financial growth in the ongoing battle against poverty. Addressing residents across the East African nation, he highlighted the need for collective action, cautioning that many have become too accustomed to living in poverty. "I felt compelled
Gor Mahia chair Rachier confirms candidacy for final term
Gor Mahia chairman Ambrose Rachier has announced his intention to run for a final term in accordance with the club’s 2019 constitution. Rachier asserts that he meets all the necessary conditions outlined in the constitution, which was utilized during the 2020 elections. “Our constitution is explicit. It permits those who participated
Sudanese military plane crash claims 19 lives in Khartoum
ICC prosecutor Karim Khan in DRC amid escalating violence
Karim Khan, the prosecutor for the International Criminal Court (ICC), has arrived in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) as the country faces a surge in violence, particularly in the eastern region. This visit comes at a time when the Rwanda-backed M23 group has recently captured two significant cities,
Teacher assaulted by Principal in Nyamira County
A troubling incident has emerged from Nyamira County, where a teacher is recovering in a hospital in Ikonge following an alleged assault by the school principal. Vincent Onyancha reported that he was attacked for arriving late to school. Onyancha recounted the shocking event, stating, "I was a bit late to class