World’s oldest person Tomiko Itooka dies aged 116
A Japanese woman, recognised as the world’s oldest person by Guinness World Records, has died aged 116. Tomiko Itooka died in a nursing home in the city of Ashiya, Hyogo…
Tanzania’s fuel revolution slowed down by lack of filling stations
A revolution in vehicle fuel is gaining momentum in Tanzania, but a lack of filling stations means it is stuck in second gear. Like Nigeria and some other countries on…
Olmo in limbo as La Liga and Spanish FA rule against Barca
Spain’s football authorities have rejected Barcelona’s attempt to register midfielder Dani Olmo and forward Pau Victor for the second half of the season. The summer signings were initially only…
Austria’s chancellor to quit as coalition talks collapse
Austria’s Chancellor Karl Nehammer says he will resign in the coming days, both as chancellor and party leader, after talks about forming a coalition government collapsed. The chancellor said his…
Guatemalan forces arrive in Haiti to fight gangs
A contingent of 150 Guatemalan soldiers has arrived in Haiti, tasked with helping to restore order amid the chaos wrought by armed gangs. A first group of 75 soldiers arrived…
Austria’s chancellor to quit as coalition talks collapse
Austria’s Chancellor Karl Nehammer says he will resign in the coming days, both as chancellor and party leader, after talks about forming a coalition government collapsed. The chancellor said his…
ODM grapples with identity crisis amid rift over Ruto deal
Some members are pushing for a more independent opposition stance while others seek closer ties with government.
Ruto shifts focus to Western and gives restless Mt Kenya wide berth
The Presidents charm offensive to the region began a week before Gachaguas impeachment started.
Why the South Rift region feels forgotten by Ruto’s government
Stalled billion-shilling projects have angered the region that voted for Kenya Kwanza party. A tale of broken promises has fueled discontent.
Cash crunch looms as government yet to release funds hours to reopening
Not only are school heads scrambling for funds, the amount that will be released has been slashed.