Equity Bank Teller Charged with Stealing KSh 1.2 Million
Gilbert Kiptoo Lelon, a teller at Equity Bank Kahawa Branch, is charged with theft. An Equity Bank teller has been accused of orchestrating two thefts totalling more than KSh 1.2 million in just two days. Gilbert Kiptoo Lelon, stationed at the bank’s Kahawa Branch, was arraigned before Senior Principal Magistrate Dolphina Alego on charges of stealing by servant contrary to Section...
Harambee Stars Bag Millions as Political Leaders, Fans Shower Rewards
Harambee Stars players have earned over KSh 5 million each after reaching the CHAN 2024 quarter-finals. Kenya’s Harambee Stars are on a financial high following their fairytale run at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024. President William Ruto’s incentive scheme has been central to the windfall: KSh 1 million per win, KSh 500,000 per draw With two wins and one draw in...
Byekwaso’s Uganda seek to soar, Ntseki’s Bafana Bafana must win to survive
Byekwaso’s Uganda seek to soar, Ntseki’s Bafana Bafana must win to survive The Mandela National Stadium will be buzzing on Monday night as Uganda and South Africa square off in the final Group C clash at the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024. For Uganda, it is a chance to script history on home soil; for South Africa, it is do-or-die. With...
Train and truck collision in Denmark
Train and truck collision in Denmark: one dead and several injured In Denmark, a passenger train derailed after colliding with agricultural machinery. One woman died, and five were seriously injured. An investigation is underway to determine the causes of the accident. DENMARK, Southern Jutland — A passenger train owned by the Danish State Railways crashed near the town of Bjerndrup in Southern Jutland. The incident...
Trump increases pressure on Zelensky
Trump increases pressure on Zelensky The Ukrainian president could end the war "almost immediately"—that's what US President Trump claims. But under what conditions? Before the meeting with Trump, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy emphasised what was important to him. First the conversation with Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin in Alaska, now a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other leading European politicians: US...
Bolivia heads for runoff election
Bolivia heads for runoff election Change of government in Bolivia: For the first time in 20 years, the socialist MAS failed to secure the top spot. Conservative candidates Paz and Quiroga are ahead. A runoff election is looming. Senator Rodrigo Paz Pereira of the Christian Democratic Party surprisingly won the first round of Bolivia's presidential election after almost all votes were...
40 missing, 10 rescued as boat capsizes in Nigeria
40 missing, 10 rescued as boat capsizes in Nigeria At least 40 people are missing and 10 others rescued after a boat capsized in Nigeria’s Sokoto State on Sunday (local time), officials said. At least 40 people are missing and 10 others rescued after a boat capsized in Nigeria’s Sokoto State on Sunday (local time), officials said. The National Emergency Management Agency...
Arsenal Beat Manchester United 1-0 In Premier League Opener; Chelsea Held To A Draw By Crystal Palace
Arsenal Beat Manchester United 1-0 In Premier League Opener; Chelsea Held To A Draw By Crystal Palace Arsenal's quest for Premier League glory got off to a winning start as Riccardo Calafiori's goal beat Manchester United 1-0 on Sunday, while world champions Chelsea were lucky to escape with a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace. After finishing second for the past three...
14 African Presidents and Top Ministers Who Have Died in Plane or Helicopter Crashes
14 African Presidents and Top Ministers Who Have Died in Plane or Helicopter Crashes Aviation disasters have claimed the lives of numerous African political leaders over the decades, leaving profound impacts on their nations and reshaping the continent’s political landscape. From presidents to ministers, these tragedies have altered the course of history and left lasting voids in governance. As Ghana mourns eight...
Nairobi Youths Claim They Never Received Promised Boda Bodas from State House Event
Two Nairobi youths say they never received boda bodas promised at a State House empowerment event. Two young men, Collins Otwala and Dickens Kamau Odhiambo, have raised complaints over motorcycles they claim were promised to them at a youth empowerment event hosted at State House. The event, held on Saturday, August 9, showcased motorcycles being distributed to selected youth groups. Otwala...
