Several Kenyan companies have stood the test of time and have been instrumental in shaping the country's economic landscape. KCB Group - 1896According to its website, KCB Group has been offering banking services for 127 years. It runs Kenya Breweries Limited, Uganda Breweries Limited, Serengeti Breweries Limited, United Distillers Vintners, East African Maltings Limited and East African Breweries International. Nation Media Group - 1959According to the media house's LinkedIn profile, His Highness The Aga Khan established the Nation Media Group (NMG in 1959. Other shareholders are S.N.G Holdings Limited, Trade World Kenya Limited, and Miller Trustees Limited.

June 29, 2024 05:06 UTC

Maina Wanjigi, Kamukunji’s five-term Member of Parliament (MP) and a long-serving Cabinet minister, died on Friday in Nairobi. In 2003, Mr Wanjigi’s dream, which he had publicly proclaimed 30 years earlier, was fulfilled: free primary education for a Kenyan child after the third president, Mwai Kibaki, implemented the idea. It is about time somebody got the message that we want free primary education. Let every child in this country be entitled to at least eight years of free primary education,” he had told the parliament in 1973. Maina Wanjigi, who, at one time, also served as Minister of Public Works and Housing, was born on October 7, 1931, in Wahudura village, Murang’a County.

June 29, 2024 04:27 UTC

World's most expensive midfielders Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez have had contrasting fortunes at the Copa America so far. The Copa America has become a stage where emerging talents from around the world showcase their potential, and two young midfielders from Chelsea, Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, are already making waves in this year's tournament. Here is a comparison of these two players in the Copa America so far. Future ProspectsAs the Copa America progresses, all eyes will be on these promising youngsters to see how they continue to develop and contribute. Their performances not only reflect their individual talents but also the investment and trust Chelsea has placed in them.

June 29, 2024 04:26 UTC

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June 29, 2024 04:09 UTC

On Saturday, June 29, the Kenyan newspapers extensively reported on President William Ruto's tough options following violent anti-government protests countrywide. Kenyan newspapers headlines on Saturday, June 29: Photos/screengrabs: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Taifa Leo and The Star. Source: UGCThe papers also reported on the widening rift in Kenya Kwanza Alliance between Ruto and Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. She said he had been at her home in the Kware area of Rongai since morning, helping fetch water for laundry. The Saturday StandardThe paper reported children living with disabilities escaped death after an inferno consumed Jomo Kenyatta Children's Home in Embu.

June 29, 2024 04:05 UTC





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June 29, 2024 03:49 UTC

Gusii political leaders Friday asked President William Ruto to order the armed force off the streets. "The youth have only awakened the conscience of the nation and all of us including the President should now wake up," Senator Richard Onyonka said. He asked Ruto to do a self-introspection to asses where the rain began beating his administration. He spoke of a jumbled education system devoid of clarity at a time when President William Ruto needed to stand up for the people who put him in office. Former Kitutu Chache North MP Jimmy Angwenyi was booed when he said President Ruto was a godsent gift from God to Kenyans.

June 29, 2024 01:06 UTC

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim on Friday took time to meet with renowned Indian actor Kamal Haasan, who is currently in Malaysia to promote the film 'Indian 2'. "During breaks from official duties, I had the opportunity to spend time with the well-known Indian artiste and superstar, Kamal Haasan. "We had about 30 minutes to talk and exchange views on the film industry, including our stance against corruption,” he said in a Facebook post. Kamal, 70, is in the capital to promote the film 'Indian 2', the sequel to his 1996 blockbuster 'Indian'. The film went on to be the highest-grossing Tamil film upon its release.

June 29, 2024 00:46 UTC

KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim extended his condolences to the family of legendary local cartoonist Rizalman, who died Friday morning (June 28). The prime minister described Rizalman, whose real name is Mohamad Razali Osman, as a man who contributed immensely to the country's art and comics industries. In the 1970s, Rizalman published various popular and successful comics, such as Bujal, Salina, and Bambino, as well as community and investigative comics. "He also contributed comics to Utusan Pelajar in the 1970s and major newspapers, including Mingguan Malaysia. Media outlets had earlier reported on the death of the veteran cartoonist from Kelantan.

June 29, 2024 00:15 UTC

And what is Zooey Deschanel's net worth? Per The Richest and Celebrity Net Worth, Zooey has an alleged net worth of between $16 million and $25 million. On the other hand, according to Superstar Culture and Celebrity Net Worth, her older sister Emily has an alleged net worth of between $18 million and $30 million. What is Zooey Deschanel's net worth? Wrapping upZooey Deschanel's net worth has grown significantly thanks to her career in film and music.

June 29, 2024 00:05 UTC

Read: Kenya protests show perils of economic hardshipAdvertisement"Enslaved and supported by foreign interests, and never pro-people in its outlook and interests, (Ruto's administration) was bound to face the consequences of its priorities," Willy Mutunga, Kenya's former chief justice, told Reuters. "As long as the material interests of the youth are not addressed, the chasm grows bigger and bigger," he said. Kenya - already one of Africa's biggest economies and strongest democracies – has in recent years expanded its global role. On the eve of the climax of the protests, Ruto flagged off 400 policemen to lead a stabilisation force in Haiti. However, with protests erupting countrywide, including in Ruto's hometown, Eldoret, and louder calls for his departure, some analysts say his administration is fighting for survival.

June 28, 2024 22:51 UTC

Fred Omondi and his sister burst into tears during their brother, Fred Omondi's memorial. Source: YoutubeHow many children did Fred Omondi have? During Fred's memorial, Eric Omondi and Terence Creative urged any woman with Fred's child to present them so they could raise them. Those women who come claim they have Fred's children, please I hope they look like him. Eric Omondi's sister breaks down during Fred's memorialWhile addressing mourners, Eric introduced his little-known younger sister, who was unable to talk.

June 28, 2024 22:43 UTC

He decided to stop drinking it during the week - as he still wanted to enjoy an occasional Tia Maria and Diet Coke on the weekends. I still missed my Diet Coke, but I wasn't craving it, and I found other ways to satiate my sweet tooth - with fruit! I found I had peaks and troughs before - perhaps the low after the high of the Diet Coke caffeine and fake sugar rush. Whether it was all down to the Diet Coke ban, or a combination of things - the numbers do not lie. I have allowed myself a Diet Coke with food on an occasional meal out (if I'm driving), but other than that, I have ditched it pretty much.

June 28, 2024 21:15 UTC

By XINHUA More by this AuthorSouth Sudan faces a "perfect storm" of violence, floods, an economic crisis and hunger, with 79,000 people in Jonglei State facing catastrophic food insecurity, UN humanitarians said on Thursday. It blamed underfunding the humanitarian response and new arrivals due to the conflict in neighboring Sudan as adding to the storm. "The number of people facing catastrophic conditions -- IPC 5, the highest level -- in parts of Jonglei State in South Sudan is projected to almost double through July -- rising to 79,000 people, compared to 35,000 people at the same time last year," UN Ocha said. Read: Numerous hurdles ahead of South Sudan’s first-ever general electionThe office said South Sudan is preparing for the worst floods in 60 years. UN Ocha said that $264 million would be needed but underfunding of the humanitarian response in South Sudan is an ongoing challenge.

June 28, 2024 20:52 UTC

At least five people were Thursday night killed in an accident on the Gilgil-Naivasha road. Police said at least 19 others were injured in the accident which happened in the Kigio area involving three matatus at about 8pm. According to police and witnesses, the incident involved a matatu belonging to Narok Line Services, a matatu belonging to Mau Narok Sacco and another belonging to Ennus Matatu Sacco. Police said one of the vehicles involved in the accident was towing another from Naivasha towards Gilgil before it happened. The injured are undergoing treatment at Naivasha Sub County Hospital.

June 28, 2024 19:39 UTC