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Africa: Continent's Richest Countries
Africa remains a powerhouse in the production of natural resources and innovation, despite the social and political issues the continent undergoes. With over 54 countries, the continent is rapidly developing with new inventions and technologies each day. And to that, here are the continent's largest economies as per the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as of 2020. 1. Nigeria - The west African country has the largest economy in the continent that stands at $446.5 billion.
Africa’s richest countries
Africa remains a powerhouse in the production of natural resources and innovation, despite the social and political issues the continent undergoes. With over 54 countries, the continent is rapidly developing with new inventions and technologies each day. And to that, here are the continent’s largest economies as per the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as of 2020. 1. Nigeria – The west African country has the largest economy in the continent that stands at $446.5 billion.
Africa’s richest countries
Must ReadNewsWhat's Hot Africa’s richest countries Africa remains a powerhouse in the production of natural resources and innovation, despite the social and political issues the continent undergoes. With over 54 countries, the continent is rapidly developing with new inventions and technologies each day. And to that, here are the continent’s largest economies as per the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as of 2020. 1.
Africa: Continent's Busiest Ports
Over 90% of Africa's imports and exports are transported by sea and so there is a need for innovation in the field of maritime. Thus, here is the lowdown of Africa's largest ports as of the year 2020, based on improvement and investment plans, as well as the measuring unit which is a twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU). TEU is a unit often used to describe container ships and container terminals. 1.
Africa’s busiest ports
Over 90% of Africa’s imports and exports are transported by sea and so there is a need for innovation in the field of maritime. Thus, here is the lowdown of Africa’s largest ports as of the year 2020, based on improvement and investment plans, as well as the measuring unit which is a twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU). TEU is a unit often used to describe container ships and container terminals. 1.
Africa’s busiest ports
Over 90% of Africa’s imports and exports are transported by sea and so there is a need for innovation in the field of maritime. Thus, here is the lowdown of Africa’s largest ports as of the year 2020, based on improvement and investment plans, as well as the measuring unit which is a twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU). TEU is a unit often used to describe container ships and container terminals. 1.
Africa: Top 10 Wealthiest Cities in Africa
The wealth of a city is measured by its assets like property, cash, equities, and business interest as well as all property holdings and primary residences. According to the world report here are the 10 wealthiest cities in Africa. 1. Johannesburg- Also known as Joburg, the South African city is considered the wealthiest city in Africa with an estimated wealth of $248 billion (about Sh214 trillion). It is also the most visited city in Africa with more than 5 million annual visitors.
10 strongest African passports
Must ReadNews 10 strongest African passports A passport is a travel document required for one to move from one country to another. That said, passports are not the same. The strength of a passport is determined by the traveling degree it gives its citizens. In the world, Japan boasts of having the strongest passport with Afghanistan having the weakest. Here’s a list of African countries that have the strongest passports on the continent. 1.
10 strongest African passports
A passport is a travel document required for one to move from one country to another. That said, passports are not the same. The strength of a passport is determined by the traveling degree it gives its citizens. In the world, Japan boasts of having the strongest passport with Afghanistan having the weakest. Here’s a list of African countries that have the strongest passports on the continent. 1. Seychelles – The Island in the Indian Ocean has the most powerful passport in Africa.
Kenya: Top Ten African Countries With the Most Debt Owed to China
China's business dealings in Africa are raising eyebrows. The Asian giant has in the past decade or so been involved in several multi-billion shillings projects, amid reports of kickbacks, a lack of accountability to a certain level, and high interest rates. This has left many African countries in debt. Kenya has not been spared, following a recent debate on whether the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project which was facilitated by the Chinese has been value for money thus far.
Kenya: Top 10 Sexually Active African Countries
Kenyans have to up their ante to stand a chance of making it to the top ten list of the sexually active countries in Africa. According to a survey conducted by Durex, Ugandans and Cameroonians are among the most sexually active countries in Africa, and by extension the world. At the top of the sexually active list in Burkina Faso. The West African country has a population of over 21 million locals, with a birth rate of 42.42%.
Top ten African countries with the most debt owed to China
China’s business dealings in Africa are raising eyebrows. The Asian giant has in the past decade or so been involved in several multi-billion shillings projects on the continent, amid reports of kickbacks, a lack of accountability to a certain level and high interest rates passed on to the struggling African economies. This has left many African countries in debt. Kenya has not been spared the debt wagon.
Top 10 sexually active African countries
Must ReadNews Top 10 sexually active African countries Kenyans have to up their ante to stand a chance of making it to the top ten list of the sexually active countries in Africa. According to a survey conducted by Durex, Ugandans and Cameroonians are among the most sexually active countries in Africa, and by extension the world. At the top of the sexually active list in Burkina Faso. The West African country has a population of over 21 million locals, with a birth rate of 42.42%.
Cess Mutungi: Why I quit drinking
ChillaxHashtagWhat's Hot Cess Mutungi: Why I quit drinking Media personality Cess Mutungi says she was forced to quit the bottle after an embarrassing night out. The veteran radio presenter, who’s rejoined Classic FM, explained during one of her shows that she drunk herself silly one time, so much that she forgot her car parked near the club and instead took a cab home. “I go to the club and I was partying,” she explained to Mike Mondo, her co-host.
Oliech: Olunga Qatar move was a mistake
Must ReadWhat's Hot Oliech: Olunga Qatar move was a mistake Former Kenyan forward Dennis Oliech believes his successor Michael Olunga blundered by moving to the Middle East. Oliech is considered one of the best talents to ever come out of Kenya. Now 34, he enjoyed stints in Qatar, France, UAE, and Kenya with impressive returns, while also turning out for Kenya at the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations in Tunisia.
Oliech: Olunga Qatar move was a mistake
Former Kenyan forward Dennis Oliech believes his successor Michael Olunga blundered by moving to the Middle East. Oliech is considered one of the best talents to ever come out of Kenya. Now 34, he enjoyed stints in Qatar, France, UAE, and Kenya with impressive returns, while also turning out for Kenya at the 2004 Africa Cup of Nations in Tunisia. Olunga too has enjoyed stints in Spain’s top-flight at Girona, China, Sweden, before moving to Japan and now in Qatar. “Olunga is in his prime.
StarTimes to show Euro 2022 matches
Kenyans will now be able to watch the world’s greatest football talents from Europe at the UEFA Euro 2022 on StarTimes. This is after the Pay Television Company StarTimes Media, which also broadcasts live matches of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League, secured broadcast rights to the continental event on all media platforms including terrestrial, satellite and online streaming platform StarTimes ON.
StarTimes to broadcast Euro 2022 matches
Kenyans will now be able to watch the world’s greatest football talents from Europe at the UEFA Euro 2022 on StarTimes. This is after the Pay Television Company StarTimes Media, which also broadcasts live matches of the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League, secured broadcast rights to the continental event on all media platforms including terrestrial, satellite and online streaming platform StarTimes ON.
Kenya: Olunga Stars in AFC Champions League
Kenyan forward Michael Olunga is starting to make his presence felt in Qatar at Al Duhail SC with coach Sabri Lamouchi explaining the towering striker has improved the team's attack. The Harambee Stars vice-captain who moved to Qatar three months ago in a reported Sh1 billion move scored thrice in Duhail's 4-2 win over Iran's Esteghlal in a AFC Champions League match on Wednesday.
Uganda/Kenya: Uganda Cranes Could Play W/Cup Matches Outside Kampala
Uganda has sounded out Tanzania over the possibility of its national team using the National Stadium in Dar es Salaam for its 2022 Fifa World Cup qualification matches against Kenya's Harambee Stars. This is after Uganda's main stadium in Kampala was declared unfit to stage international matches. Fifa and Caf banned the Nelson Mandela Stadium, also known as Namboole, following an inspection visit in March 2020.
Kenya: Police Question Leopards Coach Over Covid-19 Measures
AFC Leopards assistant coach Tom Juma was among two administrators taken for questioning by authorities after the team was busted training contrary to the Covid-19 containment measures on Thursday. Nairobi News understands the players had to scale over the fence of the training ground in Jericho estate, Nairobi, to escape arrest after about half a dozen officers arrived aboard a truck. Juma was still being questioned by 2pm, three hours after the police took him.
Olunga stars in AFC Champions League
SportsWhat's Hot Olunga stars in AFC Champions League Kenyan forward Michael Olunga is starting to make his presence felt in Qatar at Al Duhail SC with coach Sabri Lamouchi explaining the towering striker has improved the team’s attack. The Harambee Stars vice-captain who moved to Qatar three months ago in a reported Sh1 billion move scored thrice in Duhail’s 4-2 win over Iran’s Esteghlal in a AFC Champions League match on Wednesday.
Police question Leopards coach over Covid-19 measures
SportsWhat's Hot Police question Leopards coach over Covid-19 measures AFC Leopards assistant coach Tom Juma was among two administrators taken for questioning by authorities after the team was busted training contrary to the Covid-19 containment measures on Thursday. Nairobi News understands the players had to scale over the fence of the training ground in Jericho estate, Nairobi, to escape arrest after about half a dozen officers arrived aboard a truck.
Uganda Cranes could play W/Cup matches outside Kampala
ChillaxNewsSportsWhat's Hot Uganda Cranes could play W/Cup matches outside Kampala Uganda has sounded out Tanzania over the possibility of its national team using the National Stadium in Dar es Salaam for its 2022 Fifa World Cup qualification matches against Kenya’s Harambee Stars. This is after Uganda’s main stadium in Kampala was declared unfit to stage international matches. Fifa and Caf banned the Nelson Mandela Stadium, also known as Namboole, following an inspection visit in March 2020.
Kenya: Govt Non-Committal on the Resumption of Sports
Kenyans may have to wait until June for the resumption of football activities. President Uhuru Kenyatta suspended all sports activities in the country last March in the wake of an increase in Covid-19 cases and Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Nick Mwendwa was hoping that decision will soon be overturned, especially after a majority of the athletes received their first vaccination dose from the government. But that may not be the case.
Govt non-committal on the resumption of sports
Must ReadSports Govt non-committal on the resumption of sports Kenyans may have to wait until June for the resumption of football activities. President Uhuru Kenyatta suspended all sports activities in the country last March in the wake of an increase in Covid-19 cases and Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Nick Mwendwa was hoping that decision will soon be overturned, especially after a majority of the athletes received their first vaccination dose from the government.
Kagere lauds Olunga for Champions league debut
SportsWhat's Hot Kagere lauds Olunga for Champions league debut Michael Olunga has received praise from former Gor Mahia teammate Meddie Kagere after an impressive AFC Champions League debut. Olunga starred for Qatar’s Al Duhail SC’s 2-0 win over Al Shorta at the King Abdullah Sports Stadium on Wednesday night. Goals by Edmilson Junior and Husam Kadhim sealed the deal for the winning team.
Kenya: Azam Eye Sh5 Million Muguna Bid
Gor Mahia midfielder Kenneth Muguna is a wanted man. With a little over six months left on his contract with the Kenyan champions, the attacker, who also is one of the dependable players within the national football team set-up, has attracted interest from seasoned clubs in North and South Africa, as well as Asia and Europe. In East Africa, Tanzanian moneybags Azam are said to be eyeing his signature and willing to pay up to Sh5 million as a signing bonus to soften the deal.
Kenya: 'Sacked' Ouma Resurfaces at Sofapaka
David Ouma has rejoined Sofapaka two days after his sacking as Harambee Starlets coach. The experienced trainer was shown the door by Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Nick Mwendwa days after he'd named a team to face Zambia in an international friendly. Nairobi News understands he was fired following a confrontation with his employer over team selection.
Oliech ponders football management role
HashtagSportsWhat's Hot Oliech ponders football management role Former Harambee Stars captain Dennis Oliech says he is ready to contest for a top seat during the forthcoming Football Kenya Federation (FKF) elections in 2024. While ruling out taking up a full-time coaching job, the celebrated striker also hinted in an interview with MozzartSport it was about the time former footballers assumed a central role in the management of football in the country.
Azam eye Sh5 million Muguna bid
SportsWhat's Hot Azam eye Sh5 million Muguna bid Gor Mahia midfielder Kenneth Muguna is a wanted man. With a little over six months left on his contract with the Kenyan champions, the attacker, who also is one of the dependable players within the national football team set-up, has attracted interest from seasoned clubs in North and South Africa, as well as Asia and Europe.
‘Sacked’ Ouma resurfaces at Sofapaka
GeneralHashtagMust ReadSports ‘Sacked’ Ouma resurfaces at Sofapaka David Ouma has rejoined Sofapaka two days after his sacking as Harambee Starlets coach. The experienced trainer was shown the door by Football Kenya Federation (FKF) president Nick Mwendwa days after he’d named a team to face Zambia in an international friendly. Nairobi News understands he was fired following a confrontation with his employer over team selection.
Kenya: Oliech Opens Up on Plan to Establish a Church
Kenyan international and 2002 CECAFA cup golden boot winner Dennis Oliech recently revealed that Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West, often urges him to open a church. During an interview, Oliech revealed that he was considering opening a church following a push by his friend, former Nigerian international Taribo West. "For me the one person that I occasionally talk to who encourages me to open a church is Taribo West," Oliech said.
Oliech opens up on plan to establish a church
Kenyan international and 2002 CECAFA cup golden boot winner Dennis Oliech recently revealed that Former Super Eagles defender Taribo West, often urges him to open a church. During an interview, Oliech revealed that he was considering opening a church following a push by his friend, former Nigerian international Taribo West. “For me the one person that I occasionally talk to who encourages me to open a church is Taribo West,” Oliech told Mozzrtbet Sports.
Kenyan Footballers Set for Covid-19 Jab
The government has announced a plan to vaccinate footballers in the country for Covid-19 in preparation for the return of football activities. The exercise, according to a communique by Football Kenya Federation (FKF), will commence in Nairobi on Saturday between 9am to 2pm at the Moi International Sports Centre. FKF has since requested all clubs participating in the FKF Premier League to hand in a lost of 30 players and 10 officials for the exercise.
Kenyan footballers set for Covid-19 jab
SportsWhat's Hot Kenyan footballers set for Covid-19 jab The government has announced a plan to vaccinate footballers in the country for Covid-19 in preparation for the return of football activities. The exercise, according to a communique by Football Kenya Federation (FKF), will commence in Nairobi on Saturday between 9am to 2pm at the Moi International Sports Centre.
Wetang’ula: Express Highway inflated by Sh40 billion
Must ReadNewsWhat's Hot Wetang’ula: Express Highway inflated by Sh40 billion Bungoma Senator Moses Wetangula has sensationally claimed the cost of the Nairobi Express Superhighway has been inflated by a whooping Sh40 billion. In his contribution at the Senate, Wetangula, who served in former President Mwai Kibaki’s cabinet adds that the idea to build the expansive road was mooted during his time as Minister.
Kenya: Aoko Blasts 'Old' Women Who Hate on Social Media
Gender activist Maverick Aoko suggests most of the older women you see dishing out relationship advice and hating others on social media are 'rejects'. Aoko, known for her stinging assessment of relationships on her social media page hit out at fellow women whom she accuses of now 'cursing men they rejected while in their 20s'. She added that most women end up single in their 30s and 40s for rejecting 'broke' men earlier in their lives.
Kenya Begins Vaccinating Athletes
The government on Thursday commenced administering Covid-19 vaccines to Kenyan athletes. It is a move Sports Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed believes will benefit up to 3500 athletes and stakeholders, and eventually aid in the resumption of sports activities in a safer environment.
Aoko blasts ‘old’ women who hate on social media
HashtagMust ReadNewsWhat's Hot Aoko blasts ‘old’ women who hate on social media Gender activist Maverick Aoko suggests most of the older women you see dishing out relationship advice and hating others on social media are ‘rejects’. Aoko, known for her stinging assessment of relationships on her social media page hit out at fellow women whom she accuses of now ‘cursing men they rejected while in their 20s’.
Kenya begins vaccinating athletes
SportsWhat's Hot Kenya begins vaccinating athletes The government on Thursday commenced administering Covid-19 vaccines to Kenyan athletes. It is a move Sports Cabinet Secretary Amina Mohamed believes will benefit up to 3500 athletes and stakeholders, and eventually aid in the resumption of sports activities in a safer environment.
Kenya: 'Matiang'i's Deceased Bodyguard Was Stressed'
Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i suggests his bodyguard who tragically shot himself after killing his girlfriend in Nairobi on Wednesday was stressed. The vocal CS alluded to this during his tribute to the two officers namely Hudson Wakise and Pauline Wakasa on his social media pages. At the time of his death, Wakise was attached to the Interior CS's security team. "It (their death) is a rude awakening to psychosocial challenges amongst some of our young officers," he said.
Tiger Woods was speeding before accident, police say
HashtagMust Read Tiger Woods was speeding before accident, police say Police officers in California, Los Angeles have revealed what led to the nasty road accident involving legendary golfer Tiger woods back in February. According to the police report made public on Wednesday, Woods was driving at an “unsafe” speed, which was nearly double the 45mph limit when he crashed in California.
Kenya: Sports CAS Says Kenyans Questioning IMF Loans Are 'Daft'
A senior government official has blasted Kenyans as 'unpatriotic' and 'daft' for their decision to petition the International Monetary Fund (IMF) not to extend loans to Kenya. Sports Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) Zack Kinuthia attempted to explain his judgment in a social media post, adding that Kenya is not the only country that has been applying for loans at the IMF and other countries.
Sports CAS says Kenyans questioning IMF loans are ‘daft’
NewsWhat's Hot Sports CAS says Kenyans questioning IMF loans are ‘daft’ A senior government official has blasted Kenyans as ‘unpatriotic’ and ‘daft’ for their decision to petition the International Monetary Fund (IMF) not to extend loans to Kenya. Sports Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) Zack Kinuthia attempted to explain his judgment in a social media post, adding that Kenya is not the only country that has been applying for loans at the IMF and other countries.
‘Matiang’i’s deceased bodyguard was stressed’
NewsWhat's Hot ‘Matiang’i’s deceased bodyguard was stressed’ Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i suggests his bodyguard who tragically shot himself after killing his girlfriend in Nairobi on Wednesday was stressed. The vocal CS alluded to this during his tribute to the two officers namely Hudson Wakise and Pauline Wakasa on his social media pages. At the time of his death, Wakise was attached to the Interior CS’s security team.
Onyango: Playing for Simba has improved me
Must ReadWhat's Hot Onyango: Playing for Simba has improved me Kenyan defender Joash Onyango concedes his move to Tanzania has made him a better player. Onyango quit Gor Mahia after a financial stand-off with the Kenyan club’s management last season to join the Tanzanian moneybags Simba. He has since been a mainstay at the heart of defence while partnering Ivorian Pascal Wawa for his new club and also the national team.
Timbe thanks Olunga after Japan move
SportsWhat's Hot Timbe thanks Olunga after Japan move Harambee stars forward Ayub Timbe says teammate Michael Olunga influenced his move to move to Japan. The attacker transferred to top side Vissel Kobe in February but is yet to make a competitive appearance for the new team as movement into and out of the Asian country has been prohibited following a fresh wave of positive coronavirus cases.
Kenya: Rangers Bid Sh300 Million for Kenyan Defender
Harambee Stars defender Joseph Okumu is on the radar of Scottish side Rangers FC who are reportedly readying an estimated Sh300 million bid in exchange for his services. According to media reports in Scotland, Okumu is viewed by the Glasgow club as an alternative to Filip Helander who is being eyed by the English Premier League clubs Aston Villa and Leicester. "(There exists a) verbal agreement between Joseph Okumu and the club," wrote Rangers reports.
Uganda/Kenya: Uganda Coach Mckinstry Readies Squad for Kenya Battle
Uganda coach Jonathan McKinstry says he will be in charge of the 2022 Fifa World Cup qualification matches come June. The youthful trainer was suspended for a month in the wake of a string of average performances with local boy Abdalla Mubiru briefly assuming the role. These changes failed to arrest the slump, as Uganda Cranes failed to qualify for a 24-team Africa Cup of Nations following losses to lowly Malawi and South Sudan.
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