The 2031 Eurobond, will be paid in three equal instalments in the years 2029, 2030, and 2031. This issuance attracted a robust demand from investors, with the order book exceeding $6 billion, allowing Kenya to secure tighter pricing and increase the issuance volume beyond the initial guidance. The proceeds from this Eurobond are earmarked for a buyback of Kenya's existing $2 billion Eurobonds due in 2024, pending demand in the Tender Offer, with results expected by February 15, 2024. The successful issuance of the Eurobond is a testament to the international capital markets' confidence in Kenya's economy and its government's debt management strategies. This achievement is in line with President William Ruto's administration's commitment to sound financial management and proactive debt management.

Wetangula explained that per the standing orders, certain business that was not dispensed with at the end of the second session was now deemed lapsed. The National Assembly Speaker remarked that the standing orders applied to all motions, statements, questions and some bills presented before the House. The grilling of CSs was proposed by President Ruto as a way of holding the Executive accountable. Despite the goodwill from the Presidency, several Cabinet Secretaries have been accused of deliberately skipping Parliamentary summons. Additionally, Speaker Wetang'ula announced that the Equalisation Fund Bill (NA Bill No.47 of 2022) sponsored by Tiaty MP William Kamket will not proceed as presented before the break.

With this agreement, Bright Brothers officially marks the launch of its newest franchising opportunities. To help Bright Brothers achieve franchising success, BrandONE is excited to have entered a strategic partnership with Contractor Nation, a renowned network of market-leading home improvement service contractors. BrandONE Franchise Development is the premier franchise growth and development consultancy in America. "We are thrilled to join forces with BrandONE as we build Bright Brothers into a powerhouse in this niche industry," Clark said. The partnership between BrandONE and Contractor Nation to ensure the growth and success of Bright Brothers has proven to be a successful strategy in the past.

Baby Liam Kipruto, the three-year-old PP1 boy who was crushed to death by a school bus at Katani in Machakos, on February 9, had been learning at Goodrich International School for only a month. The couple claimed that they were yet to receive official communication on what led to their son's death. Unfortunately, I had already cleared the school fees, just have to carry forward fees. As of now, we have paid Sh70,000 inclusive of Sh53,000 school fees, admission and caution money." Athi River South subcounty police commander Jos Mudavadi confirmed that the child was crushed to death by a school bus belonging to the school.

That was thanks to Netflix producers calling on the fired tactician to record scenes for popular docuseries Sunderland Til I Die - even after he was fired by the club in October 2017. Most managers would be able to move on after being dismissed, but that wasn't the case for him thanks to his Netflix commitments. Grayson also revealed Netflix had planned to start filming their series in 2016, "but David Moyes stopped it from happening." To join our community, all you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Sunderland required four attempts before they returned to the Championship in 2022, finishing sixth en route to a semi-final finish in the play-offs.

David Tennant has started to feel a little 'nervous' ahead of the 2024 BAFTA Awards as he prepares to host the star-studded ceremony on Sunday. The Doctor Who star, 52, will take over the coveted spot from last year's hosts Alison Hammond and Richard E Grant and front the British Academy Film Awards. While David is no stranger to the ceremony, having previously presented an award at the BAFTA Television Awards in May 2023, this will be his hosting debut. BAFTA CEO Jane Millichip added that the academy was 'over the moon' that David would be hosting the Film Awards. The longlists for the EE BAFTA Film Awards, including Best Film, Director, Actor and Actress, will be published on Friday, with the nominations announced by Naomi Ackie and Kingsley Ben-Adir, set to be unveiled on Thursday January 18.

Two people, among them an ex-cop have been arrested for allegedly producing illicit brews in Murang’a county. The two were arrested during a raid conducted in a manufacturing plant installed in a residential home in Gatanga. The multi-agency operation also led to the recovery of fake Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) stamp distilling machines crates and assorted bottles. County Commissioner Joshua Nkatha revealed that the suspects had counterfeited over 50 brands of alcohol that were then sold to various outlets all over the Central Region. The suspects, he added, collect branded bottles that are then filled up with the counterfeited alcohol and fitted with the fake KRDA stamps.

Instagram account Delivery Jobs UK, grouping together some of the sector's workforce, has urged meal and shopping platform couriers to strike on February 14 between 1700 GMT and 2200 GMT. That is when the appetite for speedily-delivered Valentine's Day evening meals is expected to surge across Britain -- for those who don't want to cook. "The choice of Valentine's Day for the strike is strategic, aimed at maximising visibility and impact," Ulisses told AFP in an interview. "Valentine's Day is one of the busiest days for delivery services, with a high demand for meal deliveries." Delivery Jobs UK's membership also comprises UK-based delivery staff from other nations including Albania, Nigeria and Romania.

Scenes outside Lakewood Church during a reported active shooter event, Sunday, February 11, 2024, in Houston. Authorities claimed to have found antisemitic writings and that the attacker had scribbled "Palestine" at the bottom of her firearm. Initially, Pastor Jorge Basave proceeded with the recording, stating to the Houston Chronicle that his intention was to convey serenity. Moreno has a lengthy history of arrests and convictions for violence, drug possession, and weapons offences, according to public records. How a Kenyan man was killed in CanadaLakewood Church, one of the biggest churches in the nation, is led by well-known televangelist Joel Osteen.

At least 3,400 Haiti citizens have been killed, kidnapped and injured in the four months since plans to deploy 1,000 Kenyan police officers to restore normalcy in the Caribbean nation were floated in October last year. The data also showed that at least one individual is killed every two hours and 17 left nursing injuries every day. "To be clear, Article 240 does not mandate the Council to deploy police officers outside Kenya. Reacting to the ruling, Ruto insisted that he would push forward with the mission despite suffering setbacks in court. The spokesperson revealed that as the crisis in Haiti worsens, a force urgently needs to be deployed.

ISLAMABAD - The National Electric Power Regulatory Authority has issued 12 new power gen­eration licences with cumulative capac­ity of 1,430.492MW in the FY2022-23, with the share of solar generation pow­er only at 0.53 percent (7.62MW). A total of four li­cences were issued for hydle power gen­eration projects which is 59.85 percent or 855.90MW of the total 1,430.492MW capacity. Similarly, one licence was issued for thermal power generation projects which is 565.65 MW (or 39.55pc) of the total granted new capacity. According to the report, five licences were issued for solar generation with the capacity of only 7.62MW or 0.53pc of the total new capac­ity. Limited, Shams Power Limited, Innovative Energy Solutions (Pvt.)

A petition has been filed to the government, with demands to address the rising cases of femicide. The petition filed on February 8, highlights the plight of women and asks the government to take swift action to address the concerns. They also demand that reports on femicide cases be made on an annual basis during the State of the Nation address. This, they say, will help to facilitate the creation of intimate partner violence and violence against women preventive programs for men. "Kenyan feminists, especially young Kenyan feminists, are more than qualified to serve in public service, and the appointment processes continue to overlook and deny young feminists appointment to positions," the petition reads.

DavidoPopular Nigerian singer Davido has paid tribute to his late son, Ifeanyi Adeleke, with a customized pendant estimated at Sh40 million. Davido shared the heartbreaking moment, saying, "When my wife and I found out, we were shaking, and it was in the same month my son passed." Not only my wife, my dad, my family, and her family, but also my son that's watching us. Exactly a year after losing their son, the Afrobeat singer and his wife, Chioma Rowland, were blessed with twins. And it was in the same month - my son passed last year October, my wife gave birth this year October - it’s crazy,” he shared.

For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletterSomething went wrong, please try again later. For the latest from the pitch sign up for our football newsletterFootball Manager addict Orri Thorisson has landed a real-life management job thanks to the video game. Looking for something new, they've turned to the man with no formal management experience... but he has logged over 571 days on computer game Football Manager, accounting for 8% of his life. CLICK HERE TO JOINFootball Manager is a simulation game that allows fans to take over the role as a manager. On the game, Thorisson has taken Leicester City to heights that only Claudio Ranieri, who won the title with the Foxes, could would dare to dream.

The American star recently revealed how he made it through his no-budget Superbowl ad. Kanye West generated more than R300 million in sales in less than 24 hours. Kanye West made KSh 3b in sales less than 24 hoursAmerican businessman and rapper Ye has been making headlines on social media lately. Kim Kardashian's ex-husband not so long ago revealed that he made a whopping R359,6 million in sales from his no-budget Superbowl ad in less than 24 hours. The 30 second slot cost $7,000,000 which generated Yeezy 284,357 orders totaling $19.3 Million in sales in less than 24 hours."