Kenya, Haitian troops flatten gang leader Barbecue’s home /HANDOUTThe Multinational Security Support Mission (MSSM) staged an operation in Bas-Delmas, Port-au-Prince Sunday flattening the home of gang leader Jimmy Chérisier, aka "Barbecue". Recent developments in Haiti have left many Haitians questioning the role of MSS and its handling of the current security situation amid an apparent surge in gang activities. MSS is resolute in its mission and will not relent until these perpetrators are apprehended and brought to justice." The statement added MSS commitment to dismantling gang networks and dislodging them from their strongholds remains firm. Kenyan police alongside those from Jamaica, Belize and Bahamas are in Haiti to help stabilize the country amid financial constraints.

Children accompany armed gang members in a march organised by former police officer Jimmy "Barbecue" Cherizier, leader of an alliance of armed groups, in the Delmas neighbourhood, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, May 10, 2024. The number of children being recruited into armed groups across Haiti has increased by 70 per cent over the past year, the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has reported. The unprecedented spike also reveals the alarming deterioration of child protection amid escalating violence in the Caribbean nation. Under constant threatThe situation in the country’s capital, Port-au-Prince, is significantly alarming, with 1.2 million children living under constant threat of armed violence. UNICEF is calling on all parties in Haiti to prioritise child protection, support the immediate release of recruited children and ensure their rights are central to any agreements.

Kericho diocese bishop Alfred Rotich, Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops chairman and Kisumu archbishop Rev. At the Nairobi Soweto Catholic Church, the President acceded to the presiding priest’s request for church development support. It is, therefore, not a coincidence that the Anglican Church Bishop’s residence shares a fence with the seat of power, State House. However, this church-government relationship in early Kenya is not anything unique. The early church faced many tribulations in its growth.

“I’m thinking a lot about my future,” 18-year-old Eli Hairston told me, his voice steady and strong. It’s the voice that carries the weight of resilience and triumph, five years after his life changed forever. “I’m thinking about going into the ministry,” he said, a bold dream for a young man from Chelsea, Alabama, whose journey has been nothing short of a miracle. “I threw a lot at Him with the accident, and he stood by me.”Eli’s life was ordinary until Nov. 16, 2019. That day, he was riding on the back of a golf cart with kids from school, heading toward the elementary school in Chelsea Park.

OPENING TIP: The Tennessee State men's basketball team is set to compete in the Coke Classic, facing Chattanooga on Monday and Bryant on Tuesday. He added 14 rebounds for a double-double, dominating in the paint and converting 7-of-10 free throws. Ahmir Langlais and Louis Daoust each pulled down 14 rebounds, while Lorick III added 14 and Aaron Nkrumah contributed 11. Whether through offensive rebounds or strong drives, TSU controlled the interior from start to finish. Nkrumah's Double-Double: Aaron Nkrumah was a force on both ends, scoring 14 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.

And recently, the now 59-year-old star looked unrecognizable as she made her runway debut at the Dennis Basso show during New York Fashion Week. The beauty, who recently told her fans about signing on with Elite Model Management, carried a white clutch and wore chunky white earrings for her catwalk debut. She played the role of Heather McCallister in the 1990 festive film alongside Macaulay Culkin, Catherine O'Hara and Joe Pesci. The beauty spoke about her catwalk moment on Instagram, as she shared two photos of herself strutting down the runway. she claimed before admitting it was a 'very long day eating pizza' when they filmed the memorable kitchen scene.

Channel Seven's Matt Doran shocked viewers on Sunday when he announced live on air he was set to quit Weekend Sunrise. 'I flew to London to interview Adele, an unspeakable privilege and what was to be one of the highlights of my career. Matt made headlines again a few months later when he stormed off the Weekend Sunrise set. Matt later took several weeks of personal leave after vanishing in the Hunter Valley and was reportedly spending time at home, 'prioritising his health'. He was replaced by his colleague Michael Usher on Weekend Sunrise.

It needs to be regulated for better management and safeguard from abuse by politicians. We have the National Government Constituency Development Fund and now, we have the ward development, which in my case is unconstitutional. These monies are supposed to be oversighted by politicians who are mostly the chief guests in Harambees. But Harambee must now be regulated so that it is not abused by greedy politicians, who want to use ill-gotten money to manipulate poor Kenyans. The law should be put in place to tame those keen to use Harambee to clean dirty money.

The man has reportedly become an overnight billionaire despite losing in the last election. The MP reportedly fell out with the big man and allegedly defied a position taken by the outfit on a recent national issue. Some of his alleged victims have supposedly reported directly to the big man for action, but nothing seems to be happening. Insiders reportedly say the county boss may not get rid of the aide who has allegedly been his spanner boy for decades. The man is reportedly said to understand the county chief’s alleged dirty deals, which could be damaging if exposed.

According to the report, crime went up by 2,885 cases - from 100,651 at the beginning of September 2023 to 103,536 in August 2024. “Corruption, unemployment among the youth, rising cost of living, financial and economic crimes fueled insecurity and civil unrest in parts of the country,” President Ruto said. Robberies, break-ins, stock theft, theft by servant, theft involving vehicles, dangerous drugs, corruption, and traffic offences went down. To address the threats, President Ruto said his administration would create more socio-economic programmes and intensify a crackdown against gang activities. Sodomy also went up by 22 cases while attempted rape accounted for the 7,107 sexual and gender-based violence cases reported in the year.

Sam, from Brighton, started suffering from the terrifying experience in his 20s when his alcohol addiction was at its height. But at the same time, I was drinking all the hours I was awake.’Because he was keeping fit, he convinced himself that his drinking wasn’t a problem. Without knowing it at the time, I was experiencing a severe alcohol withdrawal episode. (Image: Sam Thomas/Cover Images)‘My relapse brought to light the reality of my illness to my friends and colleagues. (Image: Sam Thomas/Cover Images)‘I now count myself as lucky to be alive.

The Alumni Challenge held the 9th edition of the Alumni Golf Challenge bringing together over 200 executives from various countries in Kenya. Over the years, the Alumni Golf Challenge has become a key platform for impactful action, attracting over 1,200 golfers from more than 400 schools. So, when I saw an invite for registrations for the Alumni Golf Challenge, I decided I would participate. Who won the 9th Alumni Golf Challenge Edition? The 9th Edition Alumni Golf Challenge featured various winners across multiple categories.

Berlin baker Ali Fakhro has created his own version of the viral Dubai chocolate. So-called Dubai chocolate was invented in 2021 by British-Egyptian entrepreneur Sarah Hamouda, who is based in Dubai. The chunky treat consists of a blocky, hand-decorated chocolate bar with various quirky fillings -- the signature flavour being a rich pistachio cream. Customers have been queueing for hours in Germany to get their hands on Lindt's version of the viral Dubai chocolate. Customer Leon Faehnle queued for hours to buy Dubai chocolate and plans to share it with his grandparents.

Labour CS Alfred Mutua /HANDOUTLabour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has announced that the National Job Recruitment Program in Nakuru City will be held on Monday. “We have secured over 1,000 job opportunities for Nakuru residents in countries such as Australia, Qatar, Poland, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and Germany among others,” he said. “For some positions, successful candidates could fly out before Christmas and start earning an income immediately,” he added. CS Mutua said that the next recruitment locations include Baringo National Polytechnic (Tuesday), and Nyandarua National Polytechnic (Wednesday). In his initial announcement, Mutua said the program followed the successful conclusion of recruitment for jobs in Qatar.

With her son making money moves to become the richest person in the world, Maye Musk is also not left behind. She has been travelling the world, making money and enjoying her life while growing her empire. Born in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada on April 19, 1948, Maye Musk moved to South Africa as baby and started modeling at 15. Glamorous careerWith her son making money moves to become the richest person in the world, Maye is also not left behind. She has been travelling the world, making money and enjoying her life while growing her empire.