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Activist Boniface Mwangi during an interview on Spice FM on Monday, January 9, 2026. [Screen grab]Activist and presidential hopeful Boniface Mwangi has called for the abolition of private schools in Kenya, arguing that only fully funded public schools should exist from kindergarten to university. No one should be forced to sell their cow or their land to get healthcare," noted Mwangi. He argued that free education and healthcare would boost national productivity by ensuring an educated and healthy population. His presidential platform centres on free education, universal healthcare, free clean water and justice for victims of state brutality.

“Africa’s continued exclusion, despite bearing a significant share of the Security Council’s agenda and peacekeeping responsibilities, undermines the legitimacy and effectiveness of the United Nations,” Ruto said while addressing ambassadors, high commissioners and heads of international institutions resident in Kenya. The President said Kenya hopes for a United Nations that is better equipped to respond decisively to the complex challenges of the modern world, ranging from conflict and humanitarian crises to global health threats and development pressures. He reaffirmed Kenya’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic engagement with the international community in pursuit of shared prosperity. Ruto said Kenya remains “a firm proponent of a rules-based international order” that safeguards the sovereignty and territorial integrity of states, as enshrined in the United Nations Charter. He noted that a strong and well-resourced United Nations remains indispensable in addressing the interconnected crises facing the world today.

Malnutrition continued to pose a threat to the growth of children in Baringo County. The county's deputy governor, Felix Kipng’ok, regretted that two out of 10 children under the age of five years in the county are stunted. He advised every homestead to have a balanced diet to combat malnutrition, which affects the growth of children at a tender age. Eating well and following the proper nutritional diet, as expected, will reduce malnutrition cases in Baringo. He added that CHV will also train community members to understand malnutrition.

Nejmeh SC confirmed Firat’s appointment in a statement on the club’s official social media channels. "German-Turkish football coach Engin Firat, who previously managed the Kenya, Moldova, and Iran national teams, has been appointed as the new manager of Nejmeh SC. We warmly welcome Coach Engin Firat. Welcome home, Coach Engin Firat," read the statement. Nejmeh SC are currently third in the Lebanese Premier League with 28 points, seven behind league leaders Al Ansar.

In my opinion, the analogy of the storm warned by the socialist majority against SPAK in this case cannot be ignored. In Serbia, the Serbian Progressive Party (SNS) has been in power since 2012, while in Albania the SP has been in power since 2013. That is, in both countries, the majorities have been in power for a long and close period of time. In Albania, there has been little public debate on the limitations that the Parliament imposed on the financial and human resources available to SPAK. Thus, explaining the proposal to amend the Law on the Public Prosecutor's Office, the proposer of the amendments in Serbia emphasized "the need to amend some decisions related to the decision-making competence, for the referral of public prosecutors to other public prosecutors...".

President William Ruto has dismissed efforts by his predecessor Uhuru Kenyatta to breathe life into the Azimio coalition party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Addressing a roadside rally after attending a church service at AIC Pipeline in Embakasi, Nairobi, Ruto yesterday said he had already decisively defeated the opposition outfit in the 2022 polls. “Azimio without ODM is dead on arrival. Isn’t Azimio without ODM dead on arrival? The President noted that economic stability now allows the government to focus on development and relief measures for ordinary Kenyans.

Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link: In yet another amazing feat of modern engineering, China has built a state-of-the-art sea corridor, cutting a two-hour journey to just 20 minutes. According to Chinese state-media reports, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan sea corridor features advanced ventilation and prefabricated tunnel sections, and has been designed to withstand powerful sea storm and strong waves. Notably, the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link features a unique design, resembling a giant bird or a kite soaring above the sea, when viewed from above. How Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link employs AI for optimizing traffic? Located in Lingdingyang bay, the western artificial island of the Shenzhen-Zhongshan Link has become a new maritime landmark in the bay area.

[Antony Gitonga, Standard]The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) and National Youth Service (NYS) have partnered to produce livestock feed. Under the programme, NYS will utilise its vast land and manpower to grow hay and other animal feed supplements in collaboration with KALRO, significantly boosting national feed capacity. According to KALRO Chairperson Dr Thuo Mathenge, the programme would ensure livestock farmers had access to adequate and nutritious animal feeds throughout the year. “We are incorporating NYS because it has the capacity to produce animal feeds at scale, using both KALRO and NYS land,” he said. Speaking in Naivasha, Thuo welcomed the partnership, saying the institution had the capacity and expertise to guarantee sufficient animal feeds nationwide.

However, fans had to wait until the 74th minute for a goal after Dominik Szoboszlai unleashed a beautiful free kick that left Gianluigi Donnarumma rooted to the spot. Why was Szoboszlai sent off vs Manchester City? "After VAR review, the referee overturned the original decision of goal to Manchester City," read the statement from the Premier League. "Referee announcement: “After review, there is a careless foul by Erling Haaland, that pulls the shirt of Dominik Szoboszlai. Supercomputer predicts who will win EPLMeanwhile, Opta has predicted who will win the Premier League after Manchester City's win over Liverpool on Sunday.

Ahead of the Super Bowl, Pepsi Zero Sugar unveiled its Super Bowl 60 commercial, "The Choice," a 30-second ad airing in the second quarter in which a certain cola-loving bear takes the Pepsi Challenge and ultimately chooses a Pepsi product over Coke Zero Sugar. Taking a direct shot at the iconic Coke polar bears is a smart move. However, bringing the famous Coke bears into the real world is a challenge. Doug Kamp, chief creative officer, MowerI loved the Pepsi Zero idea from the first time it aired a couple weeks ago. Not the new Coke spots that reek of AI-washing and heavy-handed self-awareness.

Punjab Finance Minister Harpal Singh Cheema, calling Bajwa’s remark a “highly unfortunate statement,” said that Cabinet Minister Harbhajan Singh E.T.O. But today, Pratap Singh Bajwa has used extremely derogatory words against him, which is an insult to the entire Dalit community. Cheema said that the Congress party is an anti-Dalit party. Ambedkar, Baba Saheb, who is revered by the entire country and especially by the Dalit community, had his own P.A. AAP Punjab Media In-charge Baltej Pannu said that Bajwa’s vulgar remark points to how much hatred Punjab Congress leaders carry in their minds about the Dalit community.

ODM divisions widen as leaders campaign separately in Busia 9th February, 2026The battle for the soul of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is escalating into an open internal standoff. Party Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his allies have dismissed threats of expulsion, insisting they will not be silenced in their opposition to a proposed UDA–ODM alliance. The group, which toured Busia County to popularize its agenda, accused a rival faction allied to party leadership of betraying ODM’s ideals for personal gain, branding them political opportunists.

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Today, she serves as the Global CEO of French luxury giant Chanel, with an influence that extends far beyond the boardroom. Leena Nair was born on June 11, 1969, in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, into a Hindu Malayali family. Making History at HULBy 2007, Leena Nair became Executive Director of Human Resources at Hindustan Unilever. According to Forbes, she played a key role in achieving a 50-50 gender balance in Unilever’s global leadership. Appointed Chanel CEO in 2021In December 2021, Leena Nair was named CEO of Chanel, making global headlines.