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08 Sep

IAEA Completes Safety Review of Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaIAEA, South Africa

An International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) team of experts concluded a comprehensive review of the Koeberg Nuclear Power Plant's long-term operational safety today. This Safety Aspects of Long Term Operation (SALTO) follow-up mission, conducted from September 3 to 6, was requested by Eskom, the plant's operator. Koeberg, located about 30 kilometers north of Cape Town, South Africa, is the continent’s only commercial nuclear power station. Since its Units 1 and 2 began operation in 1984 and 1985, respectively, the plant has been pivotal in supplying roughly 5% of South Africa’s electricity and reducing reliance on coal. Koeberg’s Unit 1 recently…

08 Sep

Raila Odinga Seeks Blessings from Clansmen for African Union Top Seat Bid

Reporter0 CommentsNewsAfrican Union, Raila Odinga

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has urged his clansmen to pray for his success in securing the top position at the African Union Commission (AUC). Speaking at his late father Jaramogi Oginga Odinga’s home in Nyamira Kang’o village, Bondo sub-county, Mr. Odinga emphasized his desire to lead the continent and reduce Africa’s dependency on European countries. Addressing his Sakwa clansmen from South Nyanza, the opposition chief said that Africa is capable of solving its own problems without relying on foreign nations. He reaffirmed his commitment to empowering the continent by seeking the AUC chairmanship. Nairobi Governor Johnston Sakaja, who was present…

08 Sep

Muthoki and Team Shines at KCB Golf Series in Nanyuki

Reporter0 CommentsSportsKCB Golf Series

The youthful team of Jeff Muthoki, Winston Kirimi, Kevin Kabugi and Ian Kirimi returned a combined score of 116 points to emerge as the overall team winners of the 16th leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour at the 9-hole Nanyuki Golf Course on Saturday. Gabriel Miungi, captain Anthony Rukwaro, James Warui and Rama Maulid returned 109 points to be named as the second best team of the night at the tourney that brought together a field of 103 top amateur players. Both teams will participate in the tour’s grand finale slated for December 6, 2024. Speaking after their…

08 Sep

Sardine Shortage Hits Homa Bay Fish Market as Ugandan-Kenyan Clashes Disrupt Supply

Reporter0 CommentsNewsKenya, Uganda

Women traders at the Homa Bay fish market are facing a severe shortage of sardines (omena) due to ongoing clashes between Ugandan police and Kenyan fishermen. The disruption has led to a sharp increase in prices, with sardine costs doubling over recent weeks. Traders report that the amount of sardines they used to purchase for Sh1,000 now costs Sh2,000, severely cutting into their profits. Many traders are struggling to meet customer demand, resulting in growing frustration across the market. The affected traders are calling on the government to intervene swiftly to restore normal trade conditions and stabilize prices. They urge…

08 Sep

EU Fisheries Chief to Visit Tanzania for High-Level Blue Economy Talks

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaCharlina Vitcheva, European Union

European Commission’s Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, Charlina Vitcheva, will visit Tanzania from September 9 to 11, 2024, to participate in key discussions on sustainable fisheries and the blue economy. The visit will culminate in her attendance at the 8th Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Oceans, Inland Waters, and Fisheries of the Organization of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS), set to take place at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre on September 11. The event is expected to be inaugurated by President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Vitcheva’s visit marks another step in strengthening ties between the European Union (EU)…

08 Sep

Less Than Half of Algerians Vote in Presidential Election

Reporter0 CommentsAfricaAbdelmadjid Tebboune, Algeria

Less than half of Algeria's eligible voters cast their ballots in Saturday's presidential election, according to preliminary figures released early Sunday by the country's electoral authority, ANIE. The turnout rate was reported at 48 percent, falling short of incumbent President Abdelmadjid Tebboune's hopes for a high voter turnout. Tebboune, 78, is widely expected to win a second term, facing two challengers: moderate Islamist Abdelaali Hassani, 57, and socialist Youcef Aouchiche, 41. His main challenge, however, was to improve voter participation following the 2019 election, which saw a historic abstention rate of over 60 percent. With more than 24 million Algerians…

08 Sep

Hezbollah and Israel Exchange Fire Amid Deadly Attack on Lebanon Rescuers

Reporter0 CommentsWorldIsrael, Lebanon

Hezbollah fighters in Lebanon and Israeli forces exchanged cross-border attacks early Sunday, following an Israeli strike that killed three Lebanese rescuers. The Lebanese Health Ministry reported the deaths of the emergency responders on Saturday after an Israeli attack on the village of Froun in southern Lebanon. In response, Hezbollah said it launched a barrage of Falaq rockets at the northern Israeli town of Kiryat Shmona early Sunday, citing retaliation for the attack on the rescuers. The Israeli military responded with airstrikes targeting Hezbollah military structures in southern and eastern Lebanon. Additionally, Hezbollah reported firing rockets at the Israeli community of…

08 Sep

Fire Contained at Isiolo Girls Secondary School, No Injuries Reported

Reporter0 CommentsNewsIsiolo County, Isiolo Girls

A fire broke out at Isiolo Girls Secondary School on [insert date] around 8:00 PM, prompting a swift response from local authorities. Officers from Isiolo Sub County rushed to the scene, with assistance from Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel and fire engines from Isiolo Airport. Thanks to the combined efforts of the officers and fire crews, the blaze was quickly contained, preventing any injuries to students or staff. The situation is now under control, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire. Local authorities have commended the quick response of all involved, ensuring the safety of the…

08 Sep

Venezuelan Opposition Candidate Seeks Asylum in Spain

Reporter0 CommentsWorldEdmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, Venezuela

The Venezuelan government announced Saturday that opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia, who challenged President Nicolas Maduro’s disputed reelection on July 28, has fled the country to seek asylum in Spain. Gonzalez Urrutia had been in hiding for a month, evading three summons from prosecutors, fearing arrest if he attended. After taking refuge at the Spanish embassy in Caracas, Gonzalez Urrutia requested political asylum from the Spanish government. Venezuela’s vice president confirmed his safe passage, stating that Caracas had agreed to let him leave. Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares, through a post on social media, confirmed that Gonzalez Urrutia departed…

04 Sep

TuK Design Lecturer Among Top 15 African Women in Tech’ Grant Winners

Radio Huru0 CommentsNewsDepartment of Design and Creative Media, Design Lecturer Among Top 15 African Women in Tech’ Grant Winners, Dr. Jacqueline Okeyo, Mohammed VI Polytechnic University, Office Cherifien Desphosphates, Technical university of kenya

Dr. Jacqueline Okeyo, a lecturer from the Department of Design and Creative Media, is among 15 grant winners of the African Women in Tech and AI. The top 15 were among 80 female researchers and entrepreneurs selected in a competition that was held in Morocco. The teams from 28 countries in Africa also underwent a three-month training. Eight Kenyans qualified for the 2024 cohort; two of them won grants. Dr. Okeyo’s ingenious project; WIKA, an application pitched at creating awareness around sexual violence and prevention, was among the 15 projects selected to receive financial grants of between 10,000 and 30,000…