Kenya Marathon Star Kiptum’s Funeral to Be Held February 24

[ad_1] The funeral for Kenya's world marathon record-holder Kelvin Kiptum, who died in a car crash at the weekend, will be held on February 24, an athletics federation official told AFP on Wednesday. "We have settled on February 24 following consultations with the family and the government which have taken over all the funeral arrangements and protocol," Athletics Kenya executive committee member Barnabas Korir said, a day after visiting the bereaved family. Kiptum, a 24-year-old father of two, and his […]

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Kenya: Multiple World Record Holder Henry Rono Dead At 72

[ad_1] Nairobi — The athletics fraternity is once again in mourning after the passing away of Kenyan legend and multiple world record holder Henry Rono. According to a statement from Athletics Kenya (AK), the 1978 Commonwealth Games champion for the men's 3000m steeplechase and 5000m passed away at the Nairobi South Hospital on Thursday morning after a brief illness. "Athletics Kenya is saddened to notify the public of the demise of former athlete Mr Henry Rono, which occurred today at […]

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Africa: AU Commissioner Stresses Need for Investing in Education, Skills Training Systems in Africa

[ad_1] Addis Ababa — Africa needs to invest in education and skills training to keep pace with the 21st century, Economic Development, Tourism, Trade, Industry, and Mining (ETTIM) Commissioner Albert Muchanga said. In his press statement today, the commissioner emphasized the dangers of Africa falling behind in digitalization and artificial intelligence, stressing that Africa must not be left behind. According to him, the crippling burden of debt servicing in many countries also undermines investments in education and health. Noting that […]

February 15, 2024

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Tanzania: Singida Coach – Lack of Match Fitness Cost Us

[ad_1] Singida Fountain Gate FC Head Coach, Thabo Senong has attributed his team's dismal performance in their NBC Premier League match against Kagera Sugar FC to a lack of match fitness. During a closely contested match played at the Kaitaba Stadium on Monday in Bukoba, the hosts Kagera Sugar emerged victorious with a 1-0 win thanks to David Luhende's powerful shot in the 18th minute. He scored with a sizzling shot that went untouched into the yawning net as custodian […]

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Tanzania: Ndumbaro to Grace 2024 Kili International Marathon

[ad_1] The Minister for Culture, Art and Sports, Damas Ndumbaro, is expected to grace this year's Kilimanjaro International Marathon slated for next week in Moshi, Kilimanjaro. According to the organisers of the Kilimanjaro Marathon, the minister has confirmed participation in the event which will attract thousands of runners from in and outside the country. "Minister Ndumbaro is expected to flag off the Kilimanjaro Premium Lager full marathon 42km, Tigo Kili International Half Marathon and later participate in the Gee Soseji […]

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Tanzania: Samia Embarks On Historic Visit to Norway

[ad_1] Samia Suluhu Hassan has commenced a significant state visit to Norway, marking a pivotal moment in the diplomatic relations between the two nations. This visit, spanning February 13 and 14, has been extended by the gracious invitation of King Harald and Queen Sonja of Norway, in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Tanzania and Norway. Notably, this marks the first Tanzanian state visit to Norway since 1976. The ceremonial proceedings commenced yesterday, February 13, with a […]

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Africa: Ethiopia Proposes Inclusion of Amharic As Official Language of AU

[ad_1] Addis Ababa, — Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Taye Atske Selassie proposed the inclusion of Amharic as the official language of the African Union. The 44th ordinary session of the Executive Council of the African Union (AU) kicked off today in Addis Ababa. Foreign affairs ministers from AU member states, diplomatic corps, representatives of various organizations and other participants have been participating at the two day meeting. Addressing the meeting Taye said in alignment with the AU agenda 2063 […]

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Central Africa: Rwanda Launches Aviation Training Centre

[ad_1] Rwanda, on February 14, launched a Centre of Excellence for Aviation Skills (CEAS) aimed at building local capacity and empowering the labour force in the aviation industry in the region and beyond. The five-year project will be implemented in collaboration with the African Development Bank at an investment worth $26.6 million (approx. Rwf34.1 billion) to build a skilled workforce to meet national and international aviation training standards and industry demand. The centre of excellence will offer different aviation courses […]

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Rwanda: Vision FC Out to Upset Rayon Sports Ahead of Peace Cup Quarterfinals

[ad_1] Peace Cup quarterfinals (1st leg) Wednesday Vision FC Vs Rayon Sports (Mumena Stadium) Bugesera FC Vs Mukura VS Kickoff: 3pm Felix Muvunyi, the head coach of second tier side Vision FC, believes his team can challenge Rayon Sports when the pair lock horns in the Peace Cup quarterfinal first leg match at Mumena Stadium on Wednesday, February 14. Vision FC has been a surprise package of the competition considering that they are the only second division team that qualified […]

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