China condemns new UK sanctions on Russia
China on Wednesday condemned new UK sanctions against Russia on the fourth anniversary of the war in Ukraine, urging against "interference" in Beijing's ties with Moscow. Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said China "consistently opposes unilateral sanctions that have no basis in international law or authorization from the UN Security Council," according to the state-run Global Times newspaper. Her comments came a day after the UK announced nearly 300 new sanctions with its "largest" sanctions package, targeting Russia's critical revenue streams, including its energy sector and military suppliers. According to the Global Times, the sanctions also targeted individuals and companies from Iran, China and the United Arab Emirates. "Normal exchanges and cooperation between China and Russia must not be interfered with or affected.
Source:News 24
February 26, 2026 03:10 UTC
Journey to Singapore starts in Nairobi, says Ruto
Ruto said the transformation of Nairobi is central to Kenya’s development agenda, calling for closer collaboration between the two levels to improve infrastructure, sanitation and public services in the capital. “The journey to a city like Singapore starts here in Nairobi. Ruto later handed over newly completed classrooms at Kangemi Primary School, Kihumbuini Primary School and Westlands Primary School, saying the investments were part of efforts to improve learning conditions and support the education sector. The President was accompanied by Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, Nairobi Woman Representative Esther Passaris and Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi and his Lang’ata counterpart Phelix ‘Jalang’o’ Odiwuor, among other national and county leaders. Ruto said sustained cooperation between different levels of government would be key to turning Nairobi into a clean, orderly and well-serviced capital that supports economic growth and reflects Kenya’s development ambitions.
Source:The Star
February 26, 2026 01:31 UTC
US regrets Zimbabwe’s withdrawal from health deal
Zimbabwe President Emmerson Mnangagwa/GETTY IMAGESThe United States has expressed regret over Zimbabwe’s decision to withdraw from negotiations on a bilateral health Memorandum of understanding (MOU) that would have provided $367 million over five years to support key health programmes in the country. In a statement, US Ambassador to Zimbabwe Pamela Tremont said the decision was “regrettable” and would impact millions of Zimbabweans who rely on US-supported health services. Since 2006, the US has invested more than $1.9 billion in Zimbabwe’s health sector, contributing significantly to the country achieving the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets. “Sixteen African countries have signed health collaboration MOUs with the United States, representing over $18.3 billion in new health funding,” Ambassador Tremont said. Observers say the withdrawal may impact ongoing HIV, malaria, and maternal health programs and underscores the challenges of sustaining large-scale international health investments without full governmental cooperation.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 23:32 UTC
Soft drink’s Jio moment? RIL’s Campa tests Coke-Pepsi duopoly of 30 years.
A wedding, a birthday party, a family gathering, or friends watching a cricket match at home – one sight is common. People blissfully enjoying their cold drinks, age no bar. For the last 30 years, that usually meant choosing between two brands, Coke or Pepsi. Now a third bottle is staring at the duopoly. A bright red label with a price
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 22:35 UTC
Irony of Sudan RSF rebel leader owning Kenyan passport
President William Ruto hosted Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) leader Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa at State House Nairobi. [PCS]It has emerged that Kenya’s immigration officials aided one of Sudan’s most powerful warlords to secure a Kenyan passport to facilitate his movements internationally while evading existing sanctions. The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has revealed that Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF)’s Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa is facing US sanctions and, shockingly, is documented as holding a Kenyan passport (AK1586127) among multiple other identities.
Source:Standard Digital
February 25, 2026 21:13 UTC
Coca-Cola Stock Is Interesting, but Here's What I'd Buy Instead
But Coke's dividend has played a supporting role in recent years. Coke remains one of the most intriguing dividend stocks to buy now. All told, Campbell's is the better buy for income investors looking to give their passive income stream a jolt. Should you buy stock in Campbell's right now? See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of February 25, 2026.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 21:11 UTC
Why it won't be easy for Kenya to slay monster of corruption
Deeds, Not Words, Count in the Fight Against CorruptionThe Kenyan government and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) were scheduled to meet this February to agree on a governance strategy to address systemic corruption that constrains economic growth. According to media reports, the IMF has made it abundantly clear Kenya government must come up with a credible anti-corruption plan to qualify for additional aid. While every effort to end endemic corruption is welcome, Kenya’s problem has never been about coming up with credible policy papers, but rather implementing the recommendations.
Source:Standard Digital
February 25, 2026 21:00 UTC
Wanga: Why I don't agree with Sifuna on broad-based deal and Oburu's leadership
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga speaks during ODM's Linda Ground grassroots meetings in Ragumo, Kisumu East Constituency. /HANDOUTDuring that meeting, Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Sharif Nassir proposed that the party appoint a caretaker leader to steer it through the transition period. The proposal was seconded by ODM Deputy Party Leader Governor Simba Arati and was unanimously endorsed by the NEC, Wanga said. She stated that Sifuna, in his capacity as Secretary General, oversaw the swearing-in of Oburu Odinga as party leader. According to her, Sifuna travelled to Mombasa but did not attend the meeting, later indicating that he had missed his flight.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 20:35 UTC
Wife of second victim killed in 2025 explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant files lawsuit against U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel for wrongful death
(File Photo: Source for Photo: The Clairton Coke Works, a U.S. Steel coking plant, is seen Monday, Aug 11, 2025, in Clairton, Penn. (AP Photo/Gene Puskar)Noah Haswell, Beaver County Radio News(Clairton, PA) The wife of one of the two men who died from the August 11th, 2025 explosion at the U.S. Steel Clairton Coke Works plant outside of Pittsburgh has filed a lawsuit against U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel. The wife of fifty-two-year-old Steven Menefee of Clairton recently filed the lawsuit in the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas to sue for a wrongful death. The family of thirty-nine-year-old Timothy Quinn of Fitz Henry of Westmoreland County, who was the other man that died in this explosion last year, also filed a lawsuit against Nippon Steel last week. Both complaints allege that the explosion at the 13-14 Coke Battery transfer area was caused by the rupture of an 18-inch cast-iron valve, which released coke oven gas into the area, which then ignited.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 19:59 UTC
New galleon arrives ready for revamp of Diana memorial playground
The wooden ship, built from mountain larch in the foothills of the Bavarian Alps, made its maiden voyage, ready for its installation in Kensington Gardens. Drone footage showed the first half of the structure being carefully lifted by a crane into the royal park where it will serve as a new “full-scale” ship for children to enjoy. It was brought across the North Sea from Rotterdam in Holland to Tilbury in Essex and then by road to London. The Royal Parks charity said the £3 million was being spent after the previous equipment “reached the end of its life”. Andy Williams, park manager for Kensington Gardens, said: “We are delighted to have the new galleon – the centrepiece of the Diana Princess of Wales Memorial Playground – here in Kensington Gardens.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 19:27 UTC
Sky News Australia to rebrand as News24 after licensing deal ends
First Name Last Name Your Email Address (Required)Sky News Australia announced it will rebrand as News24 in late 2026 after Sky opted not to renew a licensing agreement that allowed the Australian channel to use the Sky name. Sky News Australia has operated under the Sky brand since its launch on Feb. 19, 1996, initially as a joint venture between BSkyB, Seven Network and Publishing and Broadcasting Limited. Following the sale of Sky UK to Comcast, the Australian channel continued to use the Sky News branding under a licensing arrangement. “Welcome to News24,” Whittaker wrote in a column published Feb. 20. Along with the new brand, News24 has updated its broadcast facility in Sydney with new studios and control rooms, which will debut later in 2026.
Source:News 24
February 25, 2026 19:18 UTC
Vihiga Family in Mourning After 3 Cousins Die Together While Headed to School
Source: UGCThe three girls, who were cousins, had set off together on a motorcycle ride to school, a routine journey that ended in unimaginable loss. How Vihiga cousins diedDiana Muhonja, an aunt to the deceased, told TUKO.co.ke that the motorcycle was struck from behind by a speeding lorry near the school gate. Diana described the girls as close-knit cousins who shared not only blood ties but dreams for the future. “Yes, the driver could be wrong by speeding and also the rider by miscalculation, but the road there is too narrow. It was reported that they were rushing back home while the rest of the family remained behind for the vigil after the emotional ceremony.
Source:Daily Nation
February 25, 2026 19:13 UTC
The East African Insider – Week 14th February -20th February 2026
IntroductionAs February 2026 unfolds, East Africa continues to solidify its position as a compelling frontier for strategic investment. Across the border, Tanzania is attracting global interest in gold value addition, creating new avenues for downstream investment and industrial partnerships. Even Somalia is emerging as a digital frontier, building coordinated public infrastructure to unlock fintech, e-commerce, and cross-border investment opportunities. TanzaniaTanzania's gold sector attracts global investment interest for industrial upgradingTanzania has attracted renewed interest from the World Gold Council, signalling deeper cooperation with the government as it pushes to expand gold investment, strengthen small-scale mining, and accelerate value addition within its mineral sector. With global demand rising for responsibly sourced gold and Tanzania positioning itself within the formal global gold market, this engagement presents significant opportunities for foreign investors in downstream processing, capacity building, geological services, and value-added mining ventures.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 18:11 UTC
Inside Michelin star chef's new Merseyside restaurant with £75 lunch menu
A new restaurant has opened in the Wirral from a decorated chef and his wife. Chef Tony Parkin and wife Laura opened DAISE earlier this month in a partnership between the 42-year-old chef and Open Restaurant Group (ORG). Tony previously held a Michelin star at Cliff House Hotel in Waterford, Ireland, where he spent two years, before moving back to England at the start of 2025. The dad also appeared on BBC ’s Great British Menu and brings with him a wealth of experience, having also won a Michelin star during his time at the Tudor Room at The Great Fosters Hotel in Egham. Whereas the midweek and lunch short tasting menu costs £75 per person.
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 18:08 UTC
Campa tests Coke-Pepsi duopoly
RIL’s Campa tests Coke-Pepsi duopoly of 30 years. RIL relaunched Campa Cola at INR10 a bottle – half the price charged by rival brands. It’s a familiar playbook deployed during Jio’s price war. The initial results are encouraging but will the younger buyers change loyalty? Budget 2026 jolted markets by hiking STT to curb speculation, while doubling
Source:The Star
February 25, 2026 17:39 UTC