By PATRICK ILUNGA More by this AuthorCongolese President Félix Tshisekedi says his Kenya counterpart William Ruto has “mismanaged” the Nairobi Process on peace in his country. There was the Nairobi Process driven by Uhuru Kenyatta which, unfortunately, was subsequently managed by the new president William Ruto. President Ruto has taken up Rwanda's cause." AdvertisementThe Congolese president is now relying on the Luanda Process to deliver peace in the restive Eastern Congo. It is these rocky relations that have impacted the Nairobi Process.

There is an underlying current, conscious or not, flowing through Coke Studio seasons, especially those helmed by returning executive producers, that is strongly reminiscent of this theory. The overall excellence of Coke Studio 14 set a high bar, making one wonder how Xulfi could possibly surpass it. Coke Studio: a decline in substanceCoke Studio 15 stands as a stark contrast to its potential. Zohaib Kazi and Ali Hamza’s Coke Studio season 11 also serves as a benchmark for the show’s potential. For those seeking the magic of Coke Studio, a return to previous seasons, particularly Coke Studio 14, is recommended.

Justice Mugure Thande. [File, Standard]The transfer of Lady Justice Mugure Thande from Nairobi to Malindi has elicited mixed reactions from netizens across social media platforms. During an interview with The Star, he said that the transfer came sooner than expected. "This only makes people perceive the transfers and Judiciary in bad faith especially considering what happened yesterday with Okiya's case," Bravin Yuri tweeted. Others are disputing these allegations citing that transfers are a normal procedure in the judiciary, just like any other work place.

In Iran, a heatwave arriving a few days ago raised temperatures in most cities to near and above 40 degrees Celsius. During the past 48 hours, the temperature in the Iranian capital Tehran rose to 40 degrees Celsius during the warmest hours. In southern Iranian provinces, temperatures have approached 50 degrees Celsius since mid-July, with the southwestern Khuzestan Province reaching a staggering 54 degrees Celsius on Saturday. Some locations in the Gulf have seen the heat index reach 60 to 65 degrees Celsius. The highest temperature, reaching 47.8 degrees Celsius, was recorded in the southeastern province of Sanliurfa on June 20, according to the statistics.

In doing so, he established a remarkable world record for the longest continuous employment with a single company. Walter Orthmann spent 84 years working in a company called Industrias Renox that later adopted a new name, Renox View. He has spent the last 84 years working in this company, setting the record for the maximum period one has worked in a single company by the Guinness World Records. None ever spent such a long period in a single company before. In an interview reviewing his record, Walter said he never gives much thought to the future, and neither does he waste his time thinking about the past.

OLIPOP, a single-serve soda that is relatively new to the market, recently managed a noteworthy feat when it crushed the competition, including Coke and Pepsi, and became the No. 1 best-selling brand of fizzy drinks at a number of household name grocers across the U.S. The naturally sweetened pop brand is on track to double sales from 2023 and draw in $0.5 billion in sales for 2024. Goodwin says there is extreme competition with household-name brand sodas as consumers feel a deep connection and nostalgia to traditional brands. "We were living off of our savings from that venture while we were formulating OLIPOP," Goodwin said.

Former captain, Harry Maguire, has explained what affected the team's overall performance throughout the seasonManchester United endured a dismal, if not outright 'shambolic,' 2023/24 football season. Manchester United players look dejected during the FA Cup semi-final match against Coventry City at the Wembley Stadium on April 21, 2024, in London. Source: Getty ImagesAccording to data courtesy of Fotmob, the Red Devils won fewer than half of their 38 Premier League matches last season. Former captain, Harry Maguire, has offered insights into the reasons behind the team's poor form and lacklustre performance throughout the season. Ten Hag and his Manchester United squad will be aiming to reward the owners' faith with strong performances and potentially secure a title in the 2024/25 season.

Detectives are investigating the death of a Zimbabwean national whose body was found in a hotel room in Nairobi. The body of Albert Mhondoro, 44, was found in his room at the Radisson Hotel in Westlands. Police said the hotel management also tried to reach Mhondoro through the room phone but it was not picked up. In Kangemi, a mob stoned a bodaboda rider who was accused of snatching a mobile phone from a pedestrian. Police got to the scene found the rider already dead and the motorcycle burnt.

The long-awaited Football Kenya Federation (FKF) elections will take place in October 2024, according to FKF boss Nick Mwendwa. This assurance underscores the significance of the upcoming FKF elections, particularly for the East African Pamoja bid, a joint effort by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda to host AFCON 2027. However, Namwamba has been facing criticism before his ouster from various football stakeholders. Representatives from various football umbrella bodies criticised his statements, particularly regarding the delays in the FKF elections. As the FKF prepares for the October elections, the football community remains keenly focused on the developments.

Ozzy the mechanical bull that became the star of Birmingham's Commonwealth Games is marking one year since going on public display at Birmingham's New Street Station. Previously known as Raging Bull, Ozzy was due to be dismantled at the end of the 2022 Games but was saved after a public campaign and later roared into life at the busy rail hub. Passengers and shoppers can join in celebrations at the station this weekend and enjoy a free cupcake, have their photo taken with the metal bovine and sign his giant special birthday card, Visit Birmingham said. Nearly 2,000 names were put forward as suggestions on what to call the structure, with Ozzy - named after the Black Sabbath legend Ozzy Osbourne - coming top. Follow BBC Birmingham on Facebook, X and Instagram.

The world’s economic prospects are dimmer than at any point in recent decades, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva warned at the G20 summit in Brazil. The IMF has projected a modest 3.3 per cent global growth rate for 2025, reflecting ongoing challenges that threaten to undermine economic stability and exacerbate inequality. With growth forecasts languishing well below pre-pandemic averages, the IMF chief cautioned that the world is grappling with an unprecedented economic slowdown that could worsen income disparity. This growing inequality could reverse decades of progress and ignite discontent towards economic integration and technological advancements, which have previously driven growth and development. Georgieva suggested that a gradual, people-focused fiscal approach could mitigate fiscal risks while supporting growth and reducing inequality.

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But there was one place he did listen and engage - his local youth club. But it is not just success that young Thomas gained, thanks to the youth club. I’ve always been a sporty person so the youth club gave me a space to express this energy in a safe environment. A highlight of my time at The Edge Youth Club was when I went on a trip to Chessington World of Adventures Resort theme park for free. I had many opportunities that I would not have had access to without the youth club.

Victoria Kimani expressed deep gratitude as a host of friends and celebrities came out to help launch her latest album. Among those in attendance was Tanasha Donna, who praised the singer, cheering along and toasting to her milestone. "Congrats on your beautiful body of work, my sis! Such a queen," Tanasha exclaimed. The star-studded premiere also saw appearances from J Blessing and Chipukeezy, who joined in the celebrations.

The government on Saturday announced progress by the Kenyan Police officers in Haiti in curbing gang violence in the Caribbean nation. In a statement, the National Police Service (NPS) revealed the officers managed to recover several critical infrastructures from gang dominance. According to police service, the Kenyan contingent which is part of the Multinational Security Support (MSS) Mission managed to recapture Auorite Portuaire Nationale (APN) port from gangs. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield with Kenya Police in Haiti on July 22, 2024. The statement by NPS comes barely a day after Haiti gang leader Jimmy Cherizier alias Barbecue signed a peace treaty with fellow gang leaders to end the gang violence witnessed in the Caribbean nation.