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Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Benjamin Mkapa Stadium will stage a battle of contrasting emotions on Tuesday night when Nigeria and Congo face off in their final group D fixture.
By 16 days ago
Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Ngato, who has guided his side through a baptism of fire, insists they will not simply roll over for the hosts, admitting the results have hurt, but insists his side will fight to the end.
By 19 days ago
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
Mauritania eked out a nervy 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso on Wednesday night in a match that showed how patience, discipline and a touch of luck can make all the difference.
By 20 days ago
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
Premium
How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Mohamed Bajaber, the 22-year-old attacking midfielder, swapped national duty for Tanzania's football powerhouse Simba SC when the national team needed him most.
By 22 days ago
How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Wild cheers, wild bites: Football meets game meat in Dar es Salaam
As vuvuzelas electrify the air, another kind of heat is rising outside Benjamin Mkapa Stadium Gate A, not from football, but from open grills stacked with Tanzania’s wild game meat.
By 24 days ago
Wild cheers, wild bites: Football meets game meat in Dar es Salaam
Tanzanians now thinking of trophy triumph as they reach last eight
Clement Mzize lit up Benjamin Mkapa Stadium with a dazzling brace inside the first 20 minutes on Saturday and the Chan co-hosts are dreaming of cup glory after booking a slot in the quarter-finals. 
By 24 days ago
Tanzanians now thinking of trophy triumph as they reach last eight
For Tanzania, it was all about getting tactics right
Tanzania's head coach Hemed Suleiman praised his team's tactical play after a late 89th minute strike from Shomari Kapombe secured a hard fought 1-0 victory over Mauritania.
By 28 days ago
For Tanzania, it was all about getting tactics right
Police officer who shot boss jailed for 30 years
According to the prosecution, the officer allegedly killed his senior, Officer Kimeli, on August 8, 2023, at the Nakuru K9 Unit.
By 1 month ago
Police officer who shot boss jailed for 30 years
Afraha trials reveal Kenya's next generation of track talent
The two-day trials delivered not just victories but moments that hinted at a golden future for Kenyan athletics.
By 2 months ago
Afraha trials reveal Kenya's next generation of track talent
Kenya's rising stars blaze trails at U18U20 trials
Kenya’s rising athletic stars lit up Nakuru’s Afraha Stadium during the two-day Confederation of African Athletics under-18 and 20 national trials.
By 2 months ago
Kenya's rising stars blaze trails at U18U20 trials
Farmers lead Nakuru's growing food safety revolution
Food safety remains a serious concern, especially in low and middle-income countries where unsafe food contributes to major health problems.
By 2 months ago
Farmers lead Nakuru's growing food safety revolution
From dusty Nakuru slums to stardom, welcome to Rebecca Okwaro's new world
When Rebecca Okwaro curled the ball past Trinity Starlet’s goalkeeper in the 85th minute at Afraha Stadium sealing her brace and taking her tally to 16 goals for the season, the stadium erupted.
By 3 months ago
From dusty Nakuru slums to stardom, welcome to Rebecca Okwaro's new world
New Rhino sanctuary in Aberdare revives hope for Black Rhinos
Amid the dense montane forest, Steep valleys, and mist-draped hills in the Aberdare salient, a quiet yet ground-breaking conservation project is taking shape.
By 3 months ago
New Rhino sanctuary in Aberdare revives hope for Black Rhinos
Rhino Charge returns to Baringo to test man, machine and mother nature
The 36th edition of off-road motorsport, Rhino Charge 2025, will be held in Baringo County, from May 30 to June 1, 2025,
By 3 months ago
Rhino Charge returns to Baringo to test man, machine and mother nature
Hope for Eastern Mau forest settlers as boundary process survey begins
Molo Deputy County Commissioner Jackson Juta echoed this call for vigilance, urging residents to support the exercise and protect the beacons.
By 4 months ago
Hope for Eastern Mau forest settlers as boundary process survey begins
Kenya racing against time in doping fight ahead of World Championships
With the World Championships in Tokyo on the horizon, Athletics Kenya has launched one of its most aggressive anti-doping campaign yet.
By 4 months ago
Kenya racing against time in doping fight ahead of World Championships
Gathimba reigns supreme as new stars emerge in AK meet
The fourth edition of the Betika/Athletics Kenya Track and Field Weekend Meeting at Afraha Stadium in Nakuru, showcased Kenya’s depth of talent and readiness for global competitions.
By 4 months ago
Gathimba reigns supreme as new stars emerge in AK meet
Afraha Stadium roars back to life with thrilling track action
After four years of silence, Nakuru’s iconic Afraha Stadium burst back into action this time with a new look .
By 4 months ago
Afraha Stadium roars back to life with thrilling track action
Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Benjamin Mkapa Stadium will stage a battle of contrasting emotions on Tuesday night when Nigeria and Congo face off in their final group D fixture.
By 16 days ago
Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Ngato, who has guided his side through a baptism of fire, insists they will not simply roll over for the hosts, admitting the results have hurt, but insists his side will fight to the end.
By 19 days ago
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
Mauritania eked out a nervy 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso on Wednesday night in a match that showed how patience, discipline and a touch of luck can make all the difference.
By 20 days ago
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
Premium
How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Mohamed Bajaber, the 22-year-old attacking midfielder, swapped national duty for Tanzania's football powerhouse Simba SC when the national team needed him most.
By 22 days ago
How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Wild cheers, wild bites: Football meets game meat in Dar es Salaam
As vuvuzelas electrify the air, another kind of heat is rising outside Benjamin Mkapa Stadium Gate A, not from football, but from open grills stacked with Tanzania’s wild game meat.
By 24 days ago
Wild cheers, wild bites: Football meets game meat in Dar es Salaam
Tanzanians now thinking of trophy triumph as they reach last eight
Clement Mzize lit up Benjamin Mkapa Stadium with a dazzling brace inside the first 20 minutes on Saturday and the Chan co-hosts are dreaming of cup glory after booking a slot in the quarter-finals. 
By 24 days ago
Tanzanians now thinking of trophy triumph as they reach last eight
For Tanzania, it was all about getting tactics right
Tanzania's head coach Hemed Suleiman praised his team's tactical play after a late 89th minute strike from Shomari Kapombe secured a hard fought 1-0 victory over Mauritania.
By 28 days ago
For Tanzania, it was all about getting tactics right
Police officer who shot boss jailed for 30 years
According to the prosecution, the officer allegedly killed his senior, Officer Kimeli, on August 8, 2023, at the Nakuru K9 Unit.
By 1 month ago
Police officer who shot boss jailed for 30 years
Afraha trials reveal Kenya's next generation of track talent
The two-day trials delivered not just victories but moments that hinted at a golden future for Kenyan athletics.
By 2 months ago
Afraha trials reveal Kenya's next generation of track talent
Kenya's rising stars blaze trails at U18U20 trials
Kenya’s rising athletic stars lit up Nakuru’s Afraha Stadium during the two-day Confederation of African Athletics under-18 and 20 national trials.
By 2 months ago
Kenya's rising stars blaze trails at U18U20 trials
Farmers lead Nakuru's growing food safety revolution
Food safety remains a serious concern, especially in low and middle-income countries where unsafe food contributes to major health problems.
By 2 months ago
Farmers lead Nakuru's growing food safety revolution
From dusty Nakuru slums to stardom, welcome to Rebecca Okwaro's new world
When Rebecca Okwaro curled the ball past Trinity Starlet’s goalkeeper in the 85th minute at Afraha Stadium sealing her brace and taking her tally to 16 goals for the season, the stadium erupted.
By 3 months ago
From dusty Nakuru slums to stardom, welcome to Rebecca Okwaro's new world
New Rhino sanctuary in Aberdare revives hope for Black Rhinos
Amid the dense montane forest, Steep valleys, and mist-draped hills in the Aberdare salient, a quiet yet ground-breaking conservation project is taking shape.
By 3 months ago
New Rhino sanctuary in Aberdare revives hope for Black Rhinos
Rhino Charge returns to Baringo to test man, machine and mother nature
The 36th edition of off-road motorsport, Rhino Charge 2025, will be held in Baringo County, from May 30 to June 1, 2025,
By 3 months ago
Rhino Charge returns to Baringo to test man, machine and mother nature
Hope for Eastern Mau forest settlers as boundary process survey begins
Molo Deputy County Commissioner Jackson Juta echoed this call for vigilance, urging residents to support the exercise and protect the beacons.
By 4 months ago
Hope for Eastern Mau forest settlers as boundary process survey begins
Kenya racing against time in doping fight ahead of World Championships
With the World Championships in Tokyo on the horizon, Athletics Kenya has launched one of its most aggressive anti-doping campaign yet.
By 4 months ago
Kenya racing against time in doping fight ahead of World Championships
Gathimba reigns supreme as new stars emerge in AK meet
The fourth edition of the Betika/Athletics Kenya Track and Field Weekend Meeting at Afraha Stadium in Nakuru, showcased Kenya’s depth of talent and readiness for global competitions.
By 4 months ago
Gathimba reigns supreme as new stars emerge in AK meet
Afraha Stadium roars back to life with thrilling track action
After four years of silence, Nakuru’s iconic Afraha Stadium burst back into action this time with a new look .
By 4 months ago
Afraha Stadium roars back to life with thrilling track action
Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Benjamin Mkapa Stadium will stage a battle of contrasting emotions on Tuesday night when Nigeria and Congo face off in their final group D fixture.
By 16 days ago
Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Ngato, who has guided his side through a baptism of fire, insists they will not simply roll over for the hosts, admitting the results have hurt, but insists his side will fight to the end.
By 19 days ago
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
Mauritania eked out a nervy 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso on Wednesday night in a match that showed how patience, discipline and a touch of luck can make all the difference.
By 20 days ago
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
Premium
How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Mohamed Bajaber, the 22-year-old attacking midfielder, swapped national duty for Tanzania's football powerhouse Simba SC when the national team needed him most.
By 22 days ago
How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Union loses bid for EACC to probe Sh200 pay cuts
National
By Kamau Muthoni
2 hrs ago
Public health is worse off under county governments
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By Benjamin Kobia Kilemi
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