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I’m ready to make history, calm and collected Eliud Kipchoge says
SportsWhat's Hot I’m ready to make history, calm and collected Eliud Kipchoge says With less than 48 hours to the much-anticipated INEOS 1:59 Challenge, Eliud Kipchoge has said he is ready to make history when he attempts to run a marathon in under 2 hours on Saturday.
I’m ready to make history, calm and collected Eliud Kipchoge says
With less than 48 hours to the much-anticipated INEOS 1:59 Challenge, Eliud Kipchoge has said he is ready to make history when he attempts to run a marathon in under 2 hours on Saturday. Speaking at a pre-event press conference on Thursday in Vienna, Austria, the Olympic marathon champion and world record holder also said he feels better prepared than he was two years ago when he attempted the same feat in Monza, Italy. “On Saturday it will be all about making history.
OMONDI: Fulfil promises to save key cash crops
In Summary The situation has been worsened by the infiltration of these sectors by powerful cartels whose sole business is often to control prices, hoard or, worse, flood the market with cheaper imports. For far too long, individuals who own neither a coffee tree nor a sugarcane plant have been impoverishing smallholder farmers in Kenya.
Kenya: Gor Mahia Overpower Algerian Side in Dramatic Confederations Cup Match
By Steven Omondi There was late drama on Sunday evening at Moi International Sports Center Kasarani as Gor Mahia outclassed Algerian side Hussein Dey in a pulsating Group D match of the Caf Confederations Cup. Gor Mahia left it very late to pick all three points in a match they dominated from kick off, with both goals coming in the last eight minutes.
Kenya: Woman Left Stranded After One-Night Stand With Facebook Lover
By Steven Omondi A mother and her two children have been left stranded in Kiutine market, Meru county after a man she had visited after meeting on social media stole her personal effects and abandoned her. Ms Salome Jematia, 27, had traveled from Rongai, Nakuru county to meet a man she met and fell in love with on Facebook, but the affair turned sour after the man fled after a night out.
Kenya: G Nako, Fany Speak Out On Their Hot New Collabo 'Weka'
By Steven Omondi G Nako, born George Sixtus Mdemu and Khalfan Ali Rashid, better known by his stage name as Fany Zanzibar, have embarked on a media tour to promote their new collabo Weka which has taken the airwaves by storm. G Nako, a songwriter, stylist/designer and recording hip-hop artiste, is also the co-founder and owner of Weusi Company and Weusi Hip Hop group. Like other members of the group, G-Nako has performed on big music stages such as Fiesta and Kilimanjaro Music Tour.
Kenya: How Kenyan Singer Was Kicked Out of TV Station for Her 'Skimpy Dressing'
By Steven Omondi A Kenyan singer, who is based in London, was on Friday humiliated and kicked out of a local TV station for wearing a skimpy dress. Jane Ikasi alias Mistony claims she was told by security officers at the TV station that her black biker was too short and too tight for her to be allowed to appear on air. The singer, who is on an East African tour to promote her latest song Nyaga Nyaga, was accompanied by Grandpa CEO Refigah.
Kenya: In Dating, You Can Only Peddle Lies for So Long
By Steven Omondi A cursory glance at Kenya's online dating space returns rather baffling results. If you want an easy hook-up plan, Tinder, KenyanCupid, Badoo and FirstMet may not be the best go. For a good reason. Nothing is half as disappointing as the type of men and women available for takes in Kenya. Notably, the girls here are 19, 20 and 21-year-olds, puerile lasses who have yet to learn to apply makeup well. Those with funny hairstyles. The sort that puts dog ears on their photos.
Kenya: The Glitz and Glamour of the Oscar Awards Is Here Again
By Steven Omondi It will be the entertainment industry's biggest and glitziest moment early on Monday morning when the Oscars are held, attracting millions of viewers across the world. Even though a Kenyan film missed out on the nominations for the awards, the country will once again be represented by 2014 Oscar winner Lupita Nyong'o who was added to the list of presenters taking the stage in Los Angeles.
Kenya: Genius or Fast-Learner? Meet Two-Year-Old Boy With 'Natural' Reading Ability
By Steven Omondi When Elias Muthomi was barely one-and-a-half years old, his parents noticed something strange -- he could read out English words on a wall chart. Moses Gitonga and Monica Wambui initially thought their son had simply memorised what he was saying after hearing adults speak, but each day was a surprise as he read more words accurately.
Gor Mahia overpower Algerian side in dramatic Confederations Cup match
Sports Gor Mahia overpower Algerian side in dramatic Confederations Cup match There was late drama on Sunday at Moi International Sports Center Kasarani as Gor Mahia outclassed Algerian side Hussein Dey in a pulsating Group D match of the Caf Confederations Cup match. Gor Mahia left it very late to pick all three points in match they dominated from kick off, with both goals coming in the last eight minutes.
Kenya: Dominant Gor Slay Toothless Leopards in Mashemeji Derby
By Steven Omondi AFC Leopards' troubles deepened after they were outclassed 2-0 by Gor Mahia in an entertaining Mashemeji derby on Sunday at the Moi International Sports Center, Kasarani. A dominant Gor Mahia were the better side over the 90-plus minutes and should have won the match by a more flattering scoreline if not for a couple wasted clear cut chances.
Dominant Gor slay toothless Leopards in Mashemeji derby
Also FeaturedSportsWhat's Hot Dominant Gor slay toothless Leopards in Mashemeji derby AFC Leopards’ troubled deepened after they were outclassed 2-0 by Gor Mahia in an entertaining Mashemeji derby on Sunday at the Moi International Sports Center, Kasarani. A dominant Gor Mahia were the better side over the 90-plus minutes and should have won the match by a more flattering scoreline if not for a couple clear cut chances which they failed to convert.
Kenya/Egypt: Mighty Gor Mahia Strike Down Zamalek in Thrilling Showdown
By Steven Omondi Dennis Oliech struck at the death as Gor Mahia registered a resounding 4-2 win over highly fancied Egyptian giants Zamalek in a hard fought Caf Confederations Cup group match on Sunday in Nairobi. The former Harambee Stars captain's 90th minute goal was the icing on the cake for the Kenyan champions' impressive start to their campaign in the tournament's group stages.
Gladys Cherono sets new course record in Berlin Marathon
Gladys Cherono made it a hat trick of Berlin Marathon victories with new a course record of 2:18:11 on a memorable day for Kenyan athletes in the German capital. Cherono’s victory came just minutes after Eliud Kipchoge smashed the men’s world record on the same course in a stunning display. Ethiopia’s Tirunesh Dibaba, who controlled the early stages of the women’s race, settled for third place in 2:18:56 behind compatriot Ruti Aga who sealed second spot in 2:18:35.
Eliud Kipchoge smashes marathon world record!
Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge has immortalized his status as the greatest marathoner ever by smashing the world record on Sunday in Berlin.
Kenya: Heartbreak for Green Army as Gor Mahia Exit CAF Confederations Cup
By Steven OmondiGor Mahia have been knocked out of the Caf Confederations Cup after being beaten 2-1 away by USM Alger in the decisive final group match on Wednesday. Gor Mahia, who are fresh from clinching the 2018 Kenyan Premier League title, never really got into the first half of a match which they needed to avoid defeat to secure a spot in the tournament's quarter final.
City hawker who offered Uhuru free chewing gum now wants to be 'paid' back
A 22-year-old hawker in Nairobi, who offered President Uhuru Kenyatta a free chewing gum during a political rally late last year, now wants to be paid back in kind by the head of state. Dennis Murimi Wachira, captured national attention on the stormy afternoon on September 1, 2017 when he was afforded a rare audience by President Kenyatta, on the same day that the Supreme Court nullified his reelection.
Return the favour, hawker tells Uhuru
He also regrets being unable to fully provide for his two-month-old son, who lives with the mother in Kakamega. The father of one laments how tough getting by in the hawking business has become following the influx of hawkers on the roads he plies his trade. For 22-year-old Dennis Wachira, a chewing gum hawker on the busy Jogoo and Landies roads, the day started like any other.
Kenya: Eliud Kipchoge Reclaims London Marathon Title
By Steven OmondiOlympic Marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge won his third London Marathon on Sunday, holding off a strong challenge from Ethiopia's Tota Shura Kitata in the final stages of the race. Kipchoge, a winner in London in 2015 and 2016, was however the man to beat in a star-studded lineup.
Eliud Kipchoge reclaims London Marathon title
Kenya's Eliud Kipchoge reacts after crossing the finish line to win the elite men's race of the 2016 London Marathon. On Saturday, Kipchoge failed in his attempt to break the 2 hour barrier in marathon. FILE PHOTO Olympic Marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge won his third London Marathon on Sunday, holding off a strong challenge from Ethiopia’s Tota Shura Kitata in the final stages of the race. Kipchoge, winner in London in 2015 and 2016, was however the man to beat in a star-studded lineup.
Vivian Cheruiyot conquers London Marathon
Olympic 5,000m champion Vivian Cheruiyot on Sunday claimed the London Marathon title in brilliant fashion running the last 5km on her own for her very first victory at a World Major Marathon. Cheruiyot upstaged the defending champion and pre-race favourite Mary Keitany in stunning fashion coming a long way from behind to surge ahead with less than 7km to go. Her winning time of 2:18:31 is the fourth fastest in history but fell short of Paula Radcliffe’s world record of 2:15:25 set in 2003.
Eliud Kipchoge reclaims London Marathon title
Olympic Marathon champion Eliud Kipchoge won his third London Marathon on Sunday, holding off a strong challenge from Ethiopia’s Tota Shura Kitata in the final stages of the race. Kipchoge, a winner in London in 2015 and 2016, was however the man to beat in a star-studded lineup.
Kenya Strikes First Gold at Commonwealth Games
By Steven OmondiKenya's long wait for a first gold medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games is over following Wycliffe Kinyamal dramatic victory in the men's 800m race on Thursday afternoon. Kinyamal timed his final kick to perfection, bursting to the front with about 200m to go, zooming past pre-race favorite and 2014 Common wealth champion Nigel Amos, who had led all the way from the starts. As Amos fell back, Kinyamal shifted gears to comfortably cross the finish line in a time of 1:45.11.
Kenya strikes first gold at Commonwealth Games
Kenya’s long wait for a first gold medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games is over following Wycliffe Kinyamal dramatic victory in the men’s 800m race on Thursday afternoon. Kinyamal timed his final kick to perfection, bursting to the front with about 200m to go, zooming past pre-race favorite and 2014 Common wealth champion Nigel Amos, who had led all the way from the starts. As Amos fell back, Kinyamal shifted gears to comfortably cross the finish line in a time of 1:45.11.
Kenya: Bible Verse Kenyans Have Been Sharing Lately
By Steven OmondiThe onset of the rains have seen drastic changes in weather patterns, with temperatures suddenly plummeting from the sweltering heat that characterized the month of February. And with cold weather, the ever imaginative and creative Kenyans have sought the Bible as means of justifying their carnal desires, all in the name of keeping warm. The Bible verse in question happens to be Ecclesiastes 4:11.
Kenya: Kalonzo, Musalia, Wetangula - Why We Missed Odinga's Swearing In
By Steven OmondiThe three Nasa co-principals, who inexplicably missed the swearing in of Raila Odinga as the people's 'president', have explained why they skipped the event.
Kenya: NRM Outlawed By Government After Raila Takes Oath
By Steven OmondiThe government on Tuesday moved with speed to outlaw the National Resistance Movement (NRM) just hours after opposition leader Raila Odinga was sworn in as the people's 'president'. In a gazette notice made public shortly after the Nasa event at Uhuru Park, Interior Cabinet Secretary, Dr Fred Matiang'i declared the NRM to be an organized criminal group. The gazette notice was dated January 30, 2018.
Kalonzo, Musalia, Wetangula: Why we missed Raila's swearing in - Nairobi News
The three Nasa co-principals, who inexplicably missed the swearing in of Raila Odinga as the people’s ‘president’, have explained why they skipped the event.
Sakaja blasts police for 'targeting' comrade Babu Owino, as MP is released from custody - Nairobi News
In a rare show solidarity between political players from the feuding Jubilee Party and opposition outfit Nasa, Nairobi senator Johnson Sakaja has harshly criticized the National Police Service for the latest tribulations of Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino.
Wanyama reveals how visiting sick children helped his recovery - Nairobi News
The sight of ailing children in hospital, who nonetheless had big smiles on the faces, is what inspired Victor Wanyama to get over a difficult recovery period from injury, the Tottenham Hotspur midfielder has revealed. In an article published by Mail Online on Sunday, the Harambee Stars skipper also spoke about the important lessons on health and fitness that he learnt from his injury.
Kenya: Triumphant Harambee Stars Reap Big Cash Reward
Photo: Chris Wamalwa/Daily Nation Kenya's Kepha Aswani, centre, vies for the ball with Zanzibar's Yahya Mudathir on December 9, 2017, at Kenyatta Stadium, Machakos. Kenya went on to win the tournament on December 17. By Steven Omondi and David KwalimwaHarambee Stars were on Sunday evening basking in the glory of lifting the Cecafa Senior Challenge Cup after a four-year hiatus that came with a huge financial windfall for the players.
Book captures enchanting stories of Stockholm and Nairobi
The curious choice of title Nacka Nairobi aside, from a casual read-through, the not so avid reader would be forgiven for thinking that this is merely a well-bound travel picture book. Yet, Nacka Nairobi is neither a picture book per se nor are the numerous full page photos that make up much of its content the works of professionals. Which poses the question, what does Nairobi and Stockholm have in common that informed the collaborative efforts of the various youthful authors and photographers?
Book traces family’s historical link to the growth of Nakuru
This is a remarkable story about the courage, resilience and determination of a pioneer Asian immigrant and his family to succeed in the face of immense adversity and racial prejudice. At the onset of colonialism in East Africa, the patriarch of the Karimbux dynasty, Seth Ibrahim, arrives on the Kenyan coast on a small dhow from his native India, penniless and uncertain of what the future holds for him, yet hopeful of finding a better life for his family.
Book retells the tale of a Luo legend
Lwanda Magere is without doubt the most fabled superhero in Luo mythology. His extraordinary feats could, perhaps, only be rivalled by those of the legendary sorcerer, Gor Mahia. But while the latter was a magician, Lwanda Magere was a war hero to the ancient Luo people, who to date, still revere him. The book, Lwanda Magere, by Churchill Ochieng and Mela Tomaselli, is a simple adaptation that retells this famous folktale from the viewpoint of the main protagonists in the narrative.
We need to restore order on city’s streets
Anyone in Nairobi who often crosses Kenyatta Avenue at the junction with Kimathi Street late in the evening must be familiar with a woman in a trademark black buibui whose primary business, it seems, is to accost and harass pedestrians to force them to hand over alms. The woman has colonised that spot for the past few months. Many a passerby who have become accustomed to her wily ways have learnt to wave away her brazen overtures.
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