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Zimbabwe to Cull 200 Elephants Amid Drought and Overpopulation Crisis
14 Sep

Zimbabwe to Cull 200 Elephants Amid Drought and Overpopulation Crisis

Reporter0 CommentsAfrica,
Zimbabwe will cull 200 elephants as it battles a severe drought and a rising elephant population, the country's wildlife authority announced on Friday. Environment Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu confirmed that Zimbabwe has more elephants than its ecosystems can support, leading to human-animal conflicts, particularly in Hwange National Park. With an elephant population of around 100,000, Zimbabwe has the second-largest population globally, after Botswana. Hwange alone houses 65,000 elephants, far exceeding its capacity. The country last conducted an elephant cull in 1988. The decision has drawn criticism, particularly from conservationists like Farai Maguwu, who urged the government to explore eco-friendly methods that…
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Uganda to bury Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei after tragic death
14 Sep

Uganda to bury Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei after tragic death

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Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei, who tragically died after her partner set her on fire earlier this month, will be laid to rest on Saturday. The 33-year-old marathon runner, who debuted at the Paris Olympics this summer, succumbed to severe burns in a brutal act of gender-based violence. Cheptegei's body crossed the Kenya-Uganda border on Friday, with a funeral scheduled in her home village of Bukwo. The incident has sparked outrage across East Africa, with activists condemning the growing cases of gender-based violence. Her estranged husband, Simon Ayeko, expressed the pain of not yet telling their two daughters the tragic news.…
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Tiger Traffic FC Triumphs in PS Ismail Maalim Tournament Phase 1 Finals
14 Sep

Tiger Traffic FC Triumphs in PS Ismail Maalim Tournament Phase 1 Finals

Reporter0 CommentsSports, ,
The Phase 1 finals of the PS Ismail Maalim Tournament concluded in Elwak, Mandera South, with Tiger Traffic FC defeating White City FC 3-1 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw. Tiger Traffic FC secured the trophy and a cash prize of Ksh 200,000. White City FC, the first runners-up, earned Ksh 100,000, while Bula Dana FC took home Ksh 50,000 as the second runners-up. Individual honors were awarded to Abdiaahid Karo as the top scorer and Abdihamid Carloz as the best player, each receiving Ksh 10,000. Lewi from White City FC was named the best goalkeeper, winning Ksh…
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Muthurwa and Marikiti Traders Agree to Relocate to Kangundo Road Market
13 Sep

Muthurwa and Marikiti Traders Agree to Relocate to Kangundo Road Market

Reporter0 CommentsCounties,
In a move aimed at decongesting Nairobi's bustling markets, traders from Muthurwa and Marikiti markets dealing in onions, potatoes, oranges, and pineapples have agreed to relocate to Kangundo Market. The decision follows a meeting this morning with Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja. The meeting, chaired by Governor Sakaja and attended by Nairobi Regional Police Boss Adamson Bungei, resulted in an agreement with Wakulima Market Chair Paul Maina, also known as Tonnie. The relocation is part of a broader plan to reduce overcrowding in the city and provide traders with a more spacious, modern environment. "After discussions with the Governor, we are…
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African Youth Urged to Embrace Engineering to drive development
13 Sep

African Youth Urged to Embrace Engineering to drive development

Reporter0 CommentsTechnology, ,
Africa's youth have been called upon to embrace engineering as a critical driver of development and innovation across the continent. Speaking at the 10th annual UNESCO Africa Engineering Week in Nairobi on September 12, 2024, Eng. Maureen Mwaniki, Director of Public Affairs and Policy at Huawei Kenya, highlighted the growing concern over the shortage of engineers in Africa and globally. “There is a declining interest in the engineering profession among youth, especially women. The continent is experiencing a gap, where older, experienced engineers are nearing retirement, but not enough young engineers are entering the profession. Sustaining the profession relies on…
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Gachagua: Gov’t linking Jua Kali Sector to jobs, business financing
11 Sep

Gachagua: Gov’t linking Jua Kali Sector to jobs, business financing

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The Government is developing a framework of linking certified Jua Kali Sector workforce to formal employment and business financing opportunities locally and internationally, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said. The framework, which is underpinned by validation of skills and expertise of Jua Kali artisans as stipulated by the Recognition of Prior Learning Policy launched in March 2023, will provide a roadmap on assisting the workforce in the informal sector transition to the formal space for better pay and improved contribution to building a better economy. Under the RPLP,  skilled and experienced artisans apply to designated Technical and Vocational Education Training…
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Passengers stranded at JKIA following aviation workers’ strike
11 Sep

Passengers stranded at JKIA following aviation workers’ strike

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Passengers at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport are stranded following the Kenya Aviation Workers Union (KAWU) strike that began at midnight. The strike has interrupted operations at Kenya’s airports with KAWU Secretary General Moss Ndiema appealing to travelers who had intended to use Kenya’s airports to make alternative plans. The Secretary General of KAWU which represents aviation workers from KAA, KCA, KQ, Swissport Kenya, Tradewinds Aviation Services and Eurocraft Agencies has also urged the government to set aside plans to lease airport operations Adani Airports Holding of India. On Monday, the High Court granted the Law Society of Kenya (LSK)…
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