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Stockton: 2 Confronted By Armed Carjackers In Park District
Two people were allegedly carjacked by armed assailants in Stockton's Park District early Saturday morning. A 19-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman were sitting in a parked vehicle in the 2800 block of Yellowstone Avenue at about 12:36 a.m. when they were approached by two men wearing facemasks and armed with a firearm, according to the Stockton Police Department. The victims surrendered their vehicle and the suspects fled. No injuries were reported.
Kenya: Shikanda - Watch This Space, We Will Soon End Our Long Wait for the Kpl Title
AFC Leopards chairman Dan Shikanda has predicted an end of the club's 22-year title drought in the Kenyan Premier League. The former Kenyan international has also praised his players for returning good results during a season that the club was bedevilled by crippling financial challenges.
Kenya: Saudi Women Filmed Mercilessly Flogging Foreign Woman for Praying
An undated amateur video has emerged online showing a woman being flogged by two Saudi Arabia women. In the video, the woman, who has been identified only as Divinah, is handcuffed behind her back with her legs tied together with a rope. FLOGGING Her captors are seen flogging her repeatedly while admonishing her for engaging in religious activities. "You must know what brought you here, no praying here," one of the two women keeps saying.
Kenya: Fareed Khimani - the Best Decision My Ex-Wife Ever Made Was to Dump Me
Renowned media personality Fareed Khimani has opened up on his struggle with substance and drug abuse that forced his wife to dump him. Sharing his story on Engage Talks, a platform where people share their life experience to inspire others, the 45-year-old said his ex-wife made the best decision of her life to dump him as he had put her in so much pain due to his drug addiction.
Kenya: Most Nairobians Want City Hall Stripped of All County Functions, Survey Shows
A majority of Nairobi residents want Nairobi Metropolitan Service (NMS) to take over all the functions of Nairobi county government until 2022, a survey has shown. The survey by Consortium of Researchers on Governance Africa (CoRG Africa), showed that 64.6 percent of Nairobi residents support transfer of all county functions to NMS.
Kenya: Woman Crying Out for Justice As Men Who She Claims Defiled Her Daughter Walk Free
A woman whose underage daughter was allegedly defiled by people known to her is crying out for justice after the police reportedly frustrated her. The woman says the incident took place at her late grandmother's house in Karen but her efforts to seek justice have hit the wall with the police seemingly indifferent to her plight. THE PERPETRATORS "This incident took place last month, my daughter then reported to her aunt about the rape.
Kenya: 120 New Cases of COVID-19 Infections in Kenya
The number of Covid-19 infections in Kenya now stands at 6,190 after 120 people tested positive from 2,221 samples tested in the last 24 hours, Health Chief Administrative Rashid Aman has said. During the Ministry of Health's daily briefing at Afya House, Nairobi on Monday, Dr Aman said that 42 people have been discharged from various hospitals after full recover, bring the total number of recoveries to 2,013.
Kenya: Former Radio Queen Angela Angwenyi Back On the Airwaves
Former radio presenter Angela Angwenyi is back on the airwaves for the first time in five years, but in Kenya. On Monday, through a Facebook post, Angwenyi described feeling nervous before her debut show on a Sierra Leone-based AYV Radio. "So it's raining cats and dogs outside... First day back on air after 5yrs of being off radio, nerves galore... Wish me luck. Sierra Leone let's do this!" she wrote.
Kenya: Ben Kitili and His Wife Amina Separate
KTN news anchor Ben Kitili and wife Amina Mude have separated barely two years after they wedded. Amina, made the announcement on Instagram saying she is grateful for the good memories they shared during their union. UNHAPPY MARRIAGE "I just want to clear the air before you start reading some headlines. Ben and I are currently separated. I don't know what the future holds but I am grateful for the beautiful memories and definitely the beautiful kids we made," she said.
Kenyans Asked to Stop Inquiring About MPs Who've Tested Positive to COVID-19
The government says it is not 'important' for the public to know whether or not Kenyan Members of Parliament have tested positive for Covid-19. While addressing the media on Monday, Jasper Kuria, a Ministry of Health Executive, also urged Kenyans to shun political gatherings. "The numbers of Parliamentarians who have tested positive (for Covid-19) is not going to help you not turn positive.
Kenya: Prezzo - I'll Be Running for Political Office in 2022
Flamboyant rapper CMB Prezzo has announced that he will be running for political office in the 2022 general elections. Although the rapper didn't reveal which position he is eyeing, it has been reported that he will be going for the Kibra parliamentary seat. POLITICAL PROMISES "Yes, I will be on the ballot. If God grants me life and good health, I don't see why not," Prezzo said. The rapper said he is joining politics to bring change that is always promised by politicians but never delivered.
Uganda: Rick Ross Super Excited By Uganda Visit
American rapper Rick Ross is super excited over his impending tour of Uganda, and would consider returning to Kenya for a tour at the Coast. The 44-year-old who held a sold-out show in Nairobi two years ago is awaiting an all-clear on the air-travel front before confirming his Kampala itinerary, the event's promoter DJ Guchy explained. "Rick Ross is super excited to be coming back to Africa.
Kenya: Peter Kenneth Pledges Loyalty to Uhuru, Says He's Ready to Work With President
Former Gatanga MP and 2013 Presidential candidate Peter Kenneth has said he is ready to work with President Uhuru Kenyatta. Speaking at the weekend in his home county of Murang'a, Kenneth said he is willing to help President Kenyatta in achieving the promises he made to the Kenyans under the Jubilee government. UHURU'S PROMISES Kenneth said he has always supported the Jubilee government and that he is now ready to work together with the president to help him implement his plan.
Kenya: Joseph Okumu Plays Entire Match for His Club in Swedish Top Division League
Kenyan international Joseph Okumu played the entire match as IF Elfsborg came from behind to share spoils with Orebro in a Swedish top-tier match played at the Boras Arena on Sunday evening. Albanian forward Agon Mehmeti opened the scoring for the visitors in the 40th minute and Elfsborg leveled matters in the 67th minute as Jesper Karlson scored from the spot to ensure the home side grabbed a crucial point from the game.
Kenya: Diamond Mocks Mombasa Artiste Who Turned Down His Offer for Collabo
Diamond Platnumz has mocked Coast-based musician Chikuzee for snubbing his offer to do a collabo with him, an opportunity that he later handed to Akothee. Few are privy to information that, Diamond often charges a premium to feature in collabos and as such it's expected when he seeks out an artiste for a collabo, many grab the opportunity without hesitation.
Kenya: KWS Speaks on Claims of Road Being Built Through Nairobi National Park
Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has dismissed claims that a new expressway is being built next to the standard gauge railway line that passes through Nairobi national park. According to KWS, the claims are false and the only construction going on is the improvement of the road joining KWS headquarters to central workshop inside the park.
Kenya: My Husband Doesn't Use 'Juju' in Football Matches, Coach Matano's Wife Says
If you are an ardent fan of KPL football, you must have heard of claims that one of the country's most successful coaches Robert Matano invokes 'witchcraft' to win football matches. Three years ago, the veteran trainer broke his silence publicly for the first time, over the claims during an exclusive interview with the Sunday Nation. WITCHCRAFT "Watch the people who say I consult witch doctors because they might be the ones who believe in such.
Kenya: Motorists, Police Officers Arrested for Colluding to Beat Roadblock
Police on Wednesday arrested 64 people, including police officers, for bribing their way past a roadblock imposed to enforce cessation of movement into and out of Nairobi Metropolitan area to tame the Covid-19 pandemic. Those arrested included 16 drivers and 48 passengers who allegedly tried to bribe security officers at Blue Post roadblock in Thika, Kiambu County. BEATING ROADBLOCK Four officers, who were tasked to enforce the road block, were also arrested.
Kenya: Gloria Muliro Sets the Records Straight On Her Latest Collabo With Willy Paul
Gospel singer Gloria Muliro has spoken on the intrigues surrounding her latest collabo with controversial former gospel musician Willy Paul, whose rise to fame she is partially credited for. Two weeks ago, the two released their latest collabo Wema, eliciting mixed reactions on social media. While some wondered if Pozee had gone back to gospel, others questioned why Gloria chose to work with a gospel artiste who went 'rogue' after gaining fame.
Kenyan Referees Praised for Upholding Integrity
Football Kenya Federation (FKF) referees manager Sylverster Kirwa has lauded local match officials for their integrity, noting it is the reason an increased number referees are joining the elite status. There have been little or no incidents implicating Kenyan referees in shadowy activities since Aden Marwa was banned from all football activities after he was caught on camera receiving a Sh60,000 'gift' two years ago.
Kenya: Vanessa Swallows Her Words On 'Demonic Industry', Says She Is Not Quitting Music
Tanzanian songbird Vanessa Mdee has made a u-turn on an earlier announcement that she has quit music to embark on a self-discovery journey. Vanessa made the revelations five days ago on her podcast Deep Dive, stating that while she loved music, she has been forced to call it quits. 'DEMONIC INDUSTRY' She went as far as terming the music industry as 'demonic' and blamed it for steering her down the wrong path.
Kenya: CS Magoha - Each Class Will Have Not More Than 20 Learners
Only 15 to 20 pupils will be allowed to sit in one classroom once learning resumes in September, according to Education Cabinet secretary George Magoha. This will potentially leave millions of school-going children without learning facilities. Prof Magoha said experts from the ministry of health had advised that classrooms, which usually hold an average of 45 learners, be decongested to curb infections and spread of the coronavirus.
Kenya: Nairobi Hospital Lifts Suspension On Jubilee Insurance Account
Kenyans with Jubilee Insurance medical covers can now rest easy after Nairobi Hospital lifted the suspension on insurer's account on Wednesday. The hospital and the insurance firm had been entangled in a dispute over multimillion-shilling claims, a standoff that saw the hospital lock out clients insured by the country's largest medical underwriter.
Kenya: Rows Pitting Traders, 'Grabbers', Locals Blamed for Gikomba Fires
Conflict between traders, tenants of county houses and suspected land grabbers is believed to be behind Nairobi's perennial Gikomba market fires. Gikomba, the largest open air market in the country, has taken over every space in the area, including Gorofani Estate. Not even the national or county governments get to the bottom of the blazes.
Liberia: MoH, NPHIL Fight COVID-19, Not Yourselves
THERE'S AN African proverb that says, "If a frog comes out of the water and tells you that the crocodile is dead, do not doubt it." This is why we do not take for granted Rep. Saah Joseph's disclosure of the ongoing fracas between the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) and the Ministry of Health.
South Africa: MEC Tertuis Simmers On Handover of Houses in Ceres
Western Cape MEC of Human Settlements say he is looking forward to visiting Ceres within the next few weeks to handover 30 houses to beneficiaries as part of the Vredebes Housing Project. Of the 229 houses that's been built as part of phase 1 of this development, 180 have been handed over. The 30 that will be benefitting now were previously approved for the Bella Vista Project. MEC Simmers said: "This is an exciting time for these beneficiaries, and I cannot wait to share in their joy.
Tanzania: Race for Zanzibar Presidential Race Hots Up As Mbarawa Joins
Dar es Salaam — The race for the CCM ticket to run for the Zanzibar presidency in the October 2020 General Election intensified further with Water and Irrigation Minister Makame Mbarawa throwing his weight around the matter. Prof Mbarawa becomes the second minister in the Union govern-ment to try out his luck, coming in after his counterpart in the Ministry of Defence, Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi.
Madagascar: Artemisia Shows 'Promise' Against COVID-19 in Lab Tests, Say Researchers
Scientists in Germany released data on Wednesday from laboratory tests showing that extracts of the artemisia plant are active against the virus causing Covid-19. The research is separate from claims by Madagascar's President Andry Rajoelina about the Covid-Organics herbal tea, but perhaps provides more of a scientific basis for clinical trials and research.
Lesotho: Rapapa Dissolves LAA Board
Barely a month after his appointment, Local Government and Chieftainship Minister Samuel Rapapa has dissolved the Land Administration Authority' board accusing it of failing to adhere to good corporate governance practices. He did not say what corporate governance practices had been violated. The dissolution is with effect from 15 June 2020.
Lesotho: 'Maesaiah Cannot Hurt a Fly - Lawyer
High Court Judge Thamsanqa Nomngcongo has reserved judgement to Monday in murder-accused former First Lady 'Maesaiah Thabane's bail application. This after hearing lengthy arguments from the lawyers representing both the ex-first lady and a litany of several other respondents, including close relatives, opposing her bail application. The ex-first lady's lawyer, Advocate Salemane Phafane, argued that 'Maesaiah should be granted bail because she was "so harmless that she cannot even hurt a fly".
Botswana: Young Kanye Tailor Extends Helping Hand
Kanye — The COVID-19 lockdown, brought most, if not all, sectors of the economy, including small businesses, to a standstill. While most people were concerned about the uncertainties that came with movement restrictions, Kanye-based tailor, Ms Sefela Magosi used the period to reignite her philanthropic spirit.
Tanzania: EACJj Dismisses Opposition Party Petition to Restrain AG
THE East African Court of Justice (EACJ) on Wednesday dismissed an application by opposition parties that sought for the court's order to restrain the Tanzania's Attorney General from applying and using certain provisions of the Political Parties (Amendment) Act 2019.
Lesotho: Treason Trial Dates Set
The treason trial of former army commander Lieutenant General Tlali Kamoli and others will be held in October, November and December 2020. Botswana Judge Onkemetse Tshosa on Tuesday set the trial dates during the court appearance of Lt-Gen Kamoli, Litekanyo Nyakane, Lance Corporal Motloheloa Ntsane and Lance Corporal Leutsoa Motsieloa for their routine remand. "The trial is set for 12 to 14 October 2020," Justice Tshosa said.
Sudan: EU Affirms Support to Transition Government
Khartoum — The European Union delegation has affirmed support to the Transi tional Government expressing readiness to extend the humanitarian aid to the refugees in all parts of the country.
Sudan: Evacuation of Stranded Through Argeine Crossing Continued
Halfa — Evacuation operations of the Sudanese stranded in Egypt continued asten buses and 5 private veichles carrying 495 stranded including families arrived , Tuesday, in Argene and evacuater to Khartoum. Three buses carrying 126 Sudanese stranded are expected to arrive, tomorrow, Thursday, while, another ten buses will arrive, today,Wednesday, after the approval of the Higher Committee for Health Emergencies.
Sudan: COVID-19 Cases Decreased and Recovery Cases Increased
Khartoum — The COVID-19 infections witnessed remarkable decrease in the country registering 98 cases in addition to 8 fatalities and 139 recovered cases according to the Epidemiological for , Saturday, June.20-2020. The new infections were registered as Follows: Khartoum State (36), Gezira (27), the White Nile (2), Sinnar (1), Shumaliya (1), North Darfur (5), West Darfur (2), Nahr Al-Neil (7), Kassala (2), Gadaref (3), Red Sea (9) and North Kordofan (3) cases.
Eritrea: Contribution to Bolster National Fund
Asmara — According to the daily report from the Ministry of Health, contribution to fight the spread of corona virus is stepping up.
Liberia: Pres. Weah Calls for Stricter Enforcement of Measures to Curb the Spread of COVID 19
... "Stay Home" Order Back to 6PM (Monrovia, Liberia) - In keeping with the proclamation issued on Monday, 22 June, 2020, the President of Liberia. H.E. Dr. George Manneh Weah has extended by 30 days measures intended to stop the spread of Coronavirus in the country.
Liberia: 'Bring the Evidence'
-PYJ Challenges Accusers Senator Prince Yormie Johnson alias 'PYJ' of Nimba County has challenged those calling for his prosecution for allegedly committing heinous crimes and crimes against humanity to bring the evidence if they are serious. The former rebel leader of the defunct Independent National Patriotic Front of Liberia (INPFL) is on record of capturing and killing President Samuel Kanyon Doe in September 1990.
Nigeria: APC NEC Meeting to Hold 12 Noon With Buhari in Attendance
The controversial virtual National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) will commence by 12 noon today, PREMIUM TIMES has learnt. The meeting was called by the deputy national secretary of the party, Victor Giadom, who has assumed the role of acting national chairman. President Muhammadu Buhari has already said he will participate in the meeting. He also called on the party's governors and other NEC members to participate in the meeting.
Zimbabwe: Khupe's MDC-T Pleads for Govt Mercy On Jailed Mamombe, Alliance Activists
MDC-T spokesperson Khaliphani Phugeni has pleaded with the state to free MDC Alliance MP, Joanna Mamombe and two female party activists who are languishing in remand prison for 'falsely' claiming abductions and torture in the hands of state security agents.
Liberia: Former Education Minister, Joseph Korto, Is Dead
By Joaquin M. Sendolo Dr. Joseph D.Z. Korto, former Minister of Education, is dead. News about the demise of Dr. Korto began trending on social media on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. He served as Minister of Education from 2006 to 2010 during the first term of former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf. A prominent Liberian hailing from Nimba County, Dr. Korto's death on the social media page of Nimba Future Generation has sparked expressions of grief among his compatriots and kinsmen.
Kenya: Miner Runs Out of Air, Dies as He Removes Water in Mwatate
One person has died and another hospitalised after they suffocated in a mining tunnel in Mwatate, Taita Taveta County. The body of the man was retrieved from the tunnel at Mkuki on Tuesday evening by his colleagues who were working at the gemstone mine. Mkuki mining CBO chairman Reuben Mwawughanga said the second person who was unconscious at the time of the rescue was rushed to Moi County Referral Hospital in Voi for treatment.
Africa: Over 335,000 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 Across Continent After 4 Million Tests
As of June 25, confirmed the COVID-19 case total from 55 African countries has reached 335,790. Reported deaths in Africa have reached 8,620 and recoveries 154,330. South Africa has the most reported cases – 111,796, with deaths numbering 2,205. Other most-affected countries include Egypt (59,561 cases), Nigeria (22,020), Algeria (12,248), and Ghana (15,013).
Zimbabwe: 'Auction System Should Stabilise Rates, Inflation'
The new foreign exchange auction system should stabilise the exchange rate, restore orderly pricing and slow down runaway inflation, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) said yesterday, while farmers believe the proper market-driven rate restores viability. Both RBZ and farmers are hoping the auctions will produce stability, and that suppliers will now switch to the real market-driven auction rate, so that earnings and supply prices are in sync.
Southern Africa: SADC Political, Security Meeting On Tomorrow
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Dr Sibusiso Moyo, who also chairs the Ministerial Committee of the SADC Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation will tomorrow host the 22nd meeting of the committee via a virtual platform. The MCO will be preceded by the senior officials' meeting to be held today.
Kenya: Shollei Blasts FKF for Undermining SDT
Former Football Kenya Federation (FKF) vice-president Sammy Shollei has faulted the current office for dragging disputes to the commercial courts through proxies. International football laws prohibit contentious matters of the sport from being arbitrated in the ordinary courts and the Kenyan law has since midwifed a Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) to handle this role.
Kenya: Kiunjuri Unveils New Party Ahead of 2022 Elections
Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mwangi Kiunjuri has launched a new political party ahead of the 2022 general election. Mr Kiunjuri unveiled The Service Party (TSP) in Nairobi saying it will offer "alternative leadership that the country needs". "TSP is determined to pave a genuine path for those who are looking to become change makers in the interest of service to the people. We will be unequivocal about service delivery.
Kenya: COVID-19 - Two Firms Benefit From Free Solar Power Scheme
As the effects of the coronavirus pandemic continue to disrupt businesses and the way of life, many companies are struggling to stay afloat. In Kenya, many companies have closed shop and rendered thousands of employees jobless as the local economy takes a hit. One of the major reasons that has seen many processing companies close shop is the high cost of energy. A lack of local and global markets due to strict lockdowns has slowed down production of various consumer goods.
Rwanda: Three Districts in Livestock Quarantine as Foot-and-Mouth Disease Strikes Kayonza
The Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources has banned livestock movement in some sectors of Kayonza, Gatsibo and Kirehe districts in Eastern Province. This follows the detection of Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD), a highly contagious viral disease in livestock, in Kayonza. Symptoms of the disease were identified in cattle in Kahi Cell, Gahini Sector, and in Kanyinya Cell, Ndego Sector, both in Kayonza District, forcing the ministry to put nine sectors in livestock quarantine.
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