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The Sports Journalists Association of Kenya (SJAK) has adopted a new constitution aimed at strengthening governance, accountability and member protection. The document, prepared by a seven-member Constitution Review Committee led by SJAK…
At least 46 families that were yet to be compensated during the construction of the Lower Nzoia irrigation project will soon be paid, the national land commission has assured. According to the commission chief executive officer, Kabaale…
DARWIN, Australia, August 16, 2026 – Bangladesh thrashed Australia by nine wickets on the fourth day of the series-opener in Darwin to complete one of Test cricket’s greatest upsets. After…
More than 1,000 farmers in Uasin Gishu County have participated in a comprehensive training program on soil health and soil organic carbon, signaling a growing interest in soil testing, sustainable fertility management, and emerging…
Gor Mahia Football Club has unveiled a new Nissan X-Trail SUV for head coach Charles Akonnor, marking the latest investment by the club’s management. In an announcement dated August 16, the club confirmed it has upgraded Akonnor’s previous…
The Government has challenged Heads of Procurement in public institutions to find ways of delivering their mandates within set timelines to avert bureaucratic red tape and enhance efficiency. Deputy Head of the Public Service (DHOPS) Amos…
Nairobi Garage is a privately held workspace and innovation company founded in 2013. It provides flexible office solutions for startups, growing businesses, entrepreneurs, and professionals, including co-working desks, private offices,…
In a move that is aimed at strengthening film distribution, talent development and creative entrepreneurship, the Kenya Film Commission (KFC) has unveiled an ultra-modern cinema theatre and film hub at the Dedan Kimathi University of…
The Government has challenged Heads of Procurement in public institutions to rethink procurement processes and adopt innovative approaches to meeting set timelines without compromising integrity, accountability or value for money. Deputy…
India’s High Commissioner to Kenya, Dr Adarsh Swaika, has reaffirmed the strong and growing relations between India and Kenya, describing Kenya as one of India’s foremost partners in Africa. Speaking as Indians in Kenya joined their fellow…
Scatman Crothers net worth was estimated at $500,000 at the time of his death in 1986. The American actor, musician and voice artist built his career across film, television, radio and music, becoming one of the most recognizable character…
Shelley Duvall was an American actress, producer and television personality who had an estimated net worth of $500,000 at the time of her death in 2024. She became one of the most recognizable actresses of the 1970s and 1980s through…
Bankers reclaim bragging rights with 12-7 win to top Pool D; Oilers, Quins post perfect campaigns as eight teams book Sunday quarter-final places. The 38th edition of the Kabeberi 7s roared through its opening day on Saturday at the RFUEA…
NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 16— Police have arrested 15 suspected gang members and recovered an assortment of crude weapons during a coordinated operation along the Kisumu–Kericho highway, the Directorate of Criminal…
Jack Nicholson has an estimated net worth of $400 million, making him one of the wealthiest actors in Hollywood history. His fortune has been built through more than five decades of film work, including substantial acting salaries, backend…
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 16, 2026 – The weekend couldn’t have gone any better for Gor Mahia coach Charles Akonnor who is the new proud owner of a SUV courtesy of…
Police officers in Narok County were forced to withdraw from Mogoto village after a mob turned on them while they attempted to rescue a murder suspect from an enraged crowd. The incident occurred on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at about…
A seven-year-old boy drowned in a dam in Nyandarua Central Sub-County after he reportedly slipped and fell into the water while grazing livestock with two other children. The incident occurred at a dam near Stage One along the Passenga-Ol…
Peter Fonda had an estimated net worth of $40 million at the time of his death in 2019. The American actor, director, producer and author built his fortune during a career spanning nearly six decades, with income coming from film and…
Philanthropist and police officer Sammy Ondimu has responded to claims surrounding the handling of funds raised for John Onkendi, the Kisii boy who captured the attention of Kenyans in 2018 due to his remarkable football knowledge and…
Bridget Fonda is a retired American actress who has an estimated net worth of $50 million. Her wealth is combined with that of her husband, acclaimed film composer Danny Elfman. Best known for her roles in hit films such as Single White…
Former Bungoma Governor Wycliffe Wangamati has claimed that he was attacked by a group of goons at Asumbi Junction while traveling to Homa Bay. In a statement on August 16, Wangamati said the incident occurred as he and his team were…
Peso Pluma has an estimated net worth of $20 million. The Mexican singer and songwriter has built his fortune through music sales, streaming, songwriting, live performances, collaborations and other commercial ventures. Born Hassan Emilio…
A group of youths wearing outfits associated with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) attacked and looted a tourist hotel in Homa Bay on Saturday evening. The incident occurred at about 8pm on August 15, 2026, at a hotel located in the…
