Africa: Sudan FA Ministry Summons Kenyan Ambassador, Hemedti Visits South Africa

[ad_1] Port Sudan / Nairobi / Pretoria — Acting Foreign Affairs Minister Ali El Sadig announced yesterday that Sudan summoned the Kenyan ambassador to Sudan to protest against the official reception for Rapid Support Forces (RSF) Commander Mohamed 'Hemedti' Dagalo, organised by the Kenyan government on Wednesday. Hemedti also met the sultan of the Fur tribe in Nairobi. Continuing his Africa tour, the RSF commander visited South Africa yesterday. The minister said in a statement to the Sudan News Agency […]

January 6, 2024 2

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Kenya: First Batch of Foreigners Under Visa-Free Policy Land At JKIA

[ad_1] Nairobi — The first batch of foreigners on Electronic Travel Authorization under visa-free policy in Kenya have landed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. According to Immigrations Principal Secretary Julius Bitok, over 5,000 ETA applications have been received. In the meantime, the government has made some amendments to the Citizen and Immigration Regulation, 2023, to support the implementation of a visa-free regime. In a special Gazette notice issued by Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki, the word […]

January 5, 2024 2

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Kenya: Tiktok Chef Sueh Owino Lands Deal With Odibets

[ad_1] Nairobi — Sueh Owino, one of the emerging young Kenyan content creators and popular on Tiktok for her cooking skills, has landed a deal with Odibets. Owino, who is popular for 'cooking for my husband' videos, will now spearhead Odibets January campaign dubbed 'Suehluhisha Njaanuary na Odibets App.' As part of the promotion, the betting firm will be rewarding punters with Sh1000 daily bonus. For a chance to be among the winners, all you have to do is register, […]

January 5, 2024 2

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Kenya: Mwaura On the Move As Kru Mid-Season Transfer Window Closes

[ad_1] Nairobi — Simbas prop Edward Mwaura is the biggest name making a move following the just concluded Kenya Rugby Union (KRU) mid-season transfer window, joining Kabras Sugar from Menengai Oilers for a fee of Ksh 150,000. Also joining Kabras Sugar are former Strathmore Leos skipper Gabriel Adero, signed for Ksh 50,000 and Brian Mutua who joins the sugarmen from Mean Machine at a cost of Ksh 100,000. KRU Championship side Western Bulls have been the most active during this […]

January 4, 2024 2

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Africa: Nigeria to Extend Suspension of Academic Degrees From Kenya, Uganda and Niger

[ad_1] Nairobi — The Federal Government of Nigeria says it will extend the suspension of accreditation and evaluation of degree certificates to include those from Kenya, the Niger Republic, and Uganda. Speaking during an interview on Channels Television, Nigeria's Education Minister, Tahir Mamman, stated that the security agents would go after those with fake certificates from foreign countries already using them to secure jobs in Nigeria. "We are not going to stop at just Benin and Togo. We are going […]

January 4, 2024 1

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Kenya: Mouthwatering Action Expected at Nairobi Polo Club as Davis Cup Returns

[ad_1] Nairobi — The 2024 Polo season kicks off this weekend with the Davis Cup Tournament at the Nairobi Polo Club where several teams are expected to be in contention. The tournament kicks off on Saturday with a series of preliminary matches before concluding on Sunday with the third-place playoff and finals. Last year's edition was clinched by BM Security who beat Radio Africa as Tanqueray defeated Tusker Malt to collect third place. Advance tickets are available at ticketsasa.com. More […]

January 3, 2024 2

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Kenya Emerges as South Africa’s Top Tourism Source in Africa

[ad_1] Kenya has emerged as the focal point of South Africa's tourism success story, as Statistics South Africa released official international arrival figures for January to November 2023. The East African country has witnessed a staggering 94.2% surge in tourist arrivals in South Africa. This surge in numbers can be attributed to Kenya's strategic decision to simplify the visa regime earlier in the year, coupled with targeted and effective insights-driven marketing campaigns. The seamless connectivity established by Kenya Airways between […]

January 3, 2024 2

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Kenya: All Set for 2024 Kenya Kite Cup at Diani Beach

[ad_1] Nairobi — This year's edition of the Kenya Kite Cup is scheduled for January 12-13 at Diani beach with top surfers from around the world expected to be in contention. The annual competition will feature free style contests for men and women as well as relay races with a cash prize of over Ksh 470,000 at stake. The free style contest will consist of two competitors in every heat with each one of them accorded 10 minutes to perform […]

January 3, 2024 2

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Kenya: FKF Executive Committee Set for Crucial Meeting With National Elections on the Horizon

[ad_1] Nairobi — The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) will on Saturday hold an executive committee meeting that is expected to discuss, among other issues, the impending national elections. In a letter addressed to executive committee members, FKF CEO Barry Otieno said the meeting is slated for the federation's headquarters at the Goal Project Offices at 10:00 a.m. "The agenda of the meeting will be as follows: FKF activities; FIFA update; FKF Election matters; FKF financial status; and AOB," Otieno said. […]

January 2, 2024 2

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