The Kenya Air Force celebrated their 60th anniversary with pomp and colour with President William RutoThe president's youngest son, George, accompanied his dad during the ceremony and rocked a stylish suitKenyans took to social media to gush about his good looks, while some noted that he was always in high spiritsPresident William Ruto's son George Kimutai accompanied his dad during the Kenya Air Force's 60th anniversary. George Kimutai accompanied his dad to the Kenya Air Force anniversary. The Kenya Air Force troops paid homage to the late General Francis Ogolla, who was one of their own before his ascension to the CDF post. Who is Ruto's youngest son? In pictures that have surfaced, Kenyans gushed over Ruto's youngest son, George, who accompanied his father to the anniversary.

June 09, 2024 08:29 UTC

President William Ruto has directed his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua to lead political negotiations to unlock the UDA county elections standoff in Nairobi. The highly emotive Nairobi County polls pit two factions allied to Governor Johnson Sakaja and Embakasi North MP James Gakuya. The UDA National Elections Board on Saturday cancelled the Nairobi County elections which were planned to be held on Monday following a dispute. The Gakuya faction reportedly wants elections held using a manual system while the Sakaja camp wants a pure digital process to elect county officials. Following the Constituency elections held across Nairobi, Sakaja camp romped to victory, garnering 240 votes against Gakuya's 340 votes.

June 09, 2024 08:27 UTC

[Marion Kithi, Standard]At least 69,000 Kenyans were subjected to modern slavery between 2016 and 2023, a new survey by the Global Slavery Index has revealed. According to the Global Estimates of Modern Slavery report, 10 million people were forced to work or marry in 2016 across the world, bringing the estimated number of people living in modern slavery to 50 million. Ms May said with support from the government, the Global Commission on Modern Slavery was exploring ways to reverse rising cases of modern slavery and human trafficking. The Global Commission on Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking met in Kenya to understand the impact of modern slavery and human trafficking on Kenyans and people in the region. [File, Standard]Sophie Otiende, the Chief Executive Officer of Global Fund to End Modern Slavery, and founder of Azadi Community, said as a survivor of modern slavery, she will strive to end the problem in the country.

June 09, 2024 08:25 UTC

Malaika Bahati, the daughter of celebrities Bahati and Diana Marua is among the most followed celebrity kids on Instagram. Why is Malaika Bahati's surname Nyambura? Is Malaika Bahati the most followed celebrity kid in Kenya? Malaika Bahati's fashionTUKO.co.ke compiled stunning photos that captured the incredible fashion of the one-year-old baby girl. Is Malaika Bahati unplanned baby?

June 09, 2024 08:20 UTC

Coal mining companies have had a difficult run of late. And after looking, SunCoke Energy (SXC) is the Zacks Bull of the Day. The divesture of their coal mining business is the major driver behind the recent increase in estimates. Improving EstimatesAs mentioned before, the sale of their coal mining business to Revelation Energy has eliminated one of the company’s biggest headwinds. This will be aided by cheaper coal (via agreement with Revelation Energy), reduced SG&A costs, and decreased exposure to mine related liabilities.

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UDA's National Executive Committee now wants the party's Internal Disciplinary Committee to take action on defiant members. "The NEC emphasised that discipline is the engine that oils the party," Malala said. "This follows recent occurrences where party members violated election rules and regulations and instances where party members contradicted and or disrespected senior party officials on party positions, The NEC urged the Internal Disciplinary Committee to activate itself and address these issues promptly," he said. The secretary-general also called out Cabinet Secretaries Moses Kuria (Public Service) and Kipchumba Murkomen (Transport) for engaging in politics. "It has come to my attention that some Cabinet Secretaries have been involving themselves in political activities, contrary to the law which requires them to remain apolitical," he said.

June 09, 2024 08:07 UTC

Papa Ajao, Lagos state - Many people were feared dead on Sunday afternoon, May 26, when a mosque collapsed in Papa Ajao area of Lagos State. Onlookers at the scene after a mosque collapsed in Papa Ajao, Lagos. Source: TwitterAs reported by The Nation, the mosque collapsed during afternoon prayer. Salim linked building collapse to poor structural designs and other factors. Lagos is considered the epicentre of building collapses, making the task of combating the challenge even more pressing for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's administration.

June 09, 2024 08:02 UTC

Kerry Washington put on a chic display at the 2024 Tribeca Festival in New York City on Saturday. The 47-year-old actress — who recently debuted her new sleek bob hairstyle and bangs — looked glamorous in a low-cut brown leather vest and matching flared slacks. Her jaw-dropping outfit included a matching leather belt that cinched her waist. The New York Native attended the star studded festival as a panelist for the event. She wore her raven locks pulled back in a low ponytail that showed off her glowing skin and teal earrings.

June 09, 2024 07:29 UTC

Some staff join protest and other attendees leave as protestors take to stage at University of Sheffield awards ceremony. The Star, Sheffield

June 09, 2024 07:28 UTC

Sudi is summoned over ‘grabbing’ of 1,515 acresThe National Assembly Lands Committee has summoned Kapseret MP Oscar Sudi to shed light on claims that he is involved in a scheme to grab land meant for squatters. The squatters petitioned the committee, accusing Moi University of conspiring with an MP to evict them from the land. After touring the 1,515 acres, Mr Nyamoko said his team would summon Mr Sudi. “The university land was donated by East Africa Tanning Extract Company with the assistance of President Daniel arap Moi. Prof Kosgey said Moi University followed due process and is only leasing the land to raise revenue.

June 09, 2024 07:19 UTC

Sports CS Ababu Namwamba has confirmed that the national government will take over the renovation works currently going on at the Bukhungu Stadium in Kakamega. Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba announced this change, attributing the shift to the financial difficulties faced by the county administration. Namwamba explained, "The county government has requested the national government to take over the project due to the financial challenges they are facing." Namwamba was accompanied by Higher Education Principal Secretary Beatrice Inyangala during the announcement, underscoring the government's unified approach to completing the stadium renovations. This takeover is seen as a critical step in ensuring that Bukhungu Stadium meets the standards required for hosting international events, particularly the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

June 09, 2024 07:14 UTC

For the first time since 2019, the Florida State Seminoles are headed to the College World Series. This is new, uncharted territory and everybody in the dugout and the program handled this like a champion.”Take a look inside Saturday’s win through the lens of Tomahawk Nation photographer Peyton Baker:Grid View Peyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationPeyton Baker/Tomahawk NationFlorida State vs. UConn: Game RecapsSaturday, June 8th: Florida State 10, UConn 8“This was business; you took care of business. Friday, June 7th: Florida State 24, UConn 4The game started just as Link Jarrett dreamt last night. His fly ball kept carrying out to right, and 365 feet later, Florida State chased Cooke, led 5-0, and the rout was on. An inning later, Florida State put up another crooked number with a three spot in the third.

June 09, 2024 03:50 UTC

17 SHARES Share TweetNAIROBI, Kenya, Jun 8 — President William Ruto is presiding over the 60th anniversary celebrations of the Kenya Air Force (KAF) at the Moi Air Base (MAB) Eastleigh, Nairobi. The Kenya Defense Forces (KDF) announced that the diamond Jubilee event will commemorate KAF’s 60-year journey, highlighting its contributions to aviation development in Kenya, service to humanity, and historic milestones up to 2024. Established on June 1, 1964, the KAF traces its origins back to the East African Royal Air Force (EARAF) during World War II when Kenya served as a strategic base for Allied air operations. “As we commemorate this significant milestone, we honor the legacy of our predecessors who laid the foundation of what the Kenya Air Force is today,” she said. Maj. Gen. Fatumah urged current KAF personnel to uphold core values of integrity, discipline, and dedication in their duties.

June 09, 2024 03:22 UTC

It is one of the 10 villages that make up the Pate Marine Community Conservancy. Amina explains that these are boundary markers of a critical and protected zone called Ijamba Idodi in Ndo Pate within the Pate Marine Community Conservancy. The high tide is receding and we head to the meeting area, where everyone is patiently waiting for the octopus fishing grounds to be opened. Amina has earned the name because she has been leading a number of women in octopus fishing to sustain their livelihoods. At the end of the year, the savings are split between Pate, Shanga Rubu and Shanga Ishakani Beach Management Units.

June 09, 2024 03:11 UTC

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