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15 Sep

PS Ismail Tournament Ends in Mandera, Awards Over Ksh 1.1 Million to Winning Teams

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The final leg of Phase One of the PS Ismail Tournament concluded today in Takaba, Mandera West Sub-County, wrapping up a three-day event that spanned Mandera South, Banisa, and Mandera West. In a thrilling final, Blue Rangers FC triumphed over Lagsure FC, winning 4-2 on penalties to claim the Mandera West Sub-County Trophy, marking the end of this youth-focused football initiative. A total of Ksh 1.1 million was awarded to the top teams from the three sub-counties, with each winning team receiving Ksh 200,000. Individual excellence was also recognized, with top scorers, best goalkeepers, and standout players in each sub-county…

14 Sep

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

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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…

30 Aug

Mandera Leaders Convene Two-Day Peace Meeting in Banissa Amid Ongoing Clan Clashes

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Leaders from Mandera County held a crucial two-day peace meeting in Banissa Subcounty following a series of violent clan clashes that have recently plagued the region. The clashes, which initially erupted in a village on the Ethiopian side of the Kenya-Ethiopia border, quickly escalated, spilling over into Banisa in Mandera County. The violence, which occurred on multiple occasions this week, has tragically resulted in the loss of lives, heightening tensions among local communities. The leaders, deeply concerned by the escalating situation, met with the local community to address the urgent need for peace and to seek solutions to prevent further…

25 Jul

Explosion at Mandera Hotel Leaves Five Civilians Seriously Injured

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Five civilians are nursing serious injuries following an explosion that occurred at a hotel in Mandera County on Wednesday. Mandera County Police Commander Samuel Mutunga confirmed the incident, which took place around 12:10 pm on Wednesday. According to Mutunga, the attacker placed a paper bag containing an improvised explosive device (IED) outside the hotel. The suspicious package was noticed by hotel workers shortly before it exploded, injuring five individuals, including some passersby. The injured were promptly rushed to Mandera Referral Hospital for treatment. Police Commander Mutunga assured residents of their safety and pledged to continue the investigation until the perpetrators are…