Senegalese opposition firebrand Ousmane Sonko and the presidential candidate Bassirou Diomaye Faye have been released from prison. Their release came after parliament passed an amnesty law on 6 March as authorities sought to ease tensions following their thwarted bid to postpone elections by 10 months. Their release had been expected after parliament passed an amnesty law on March 6 as the authorities sought to ease tensions following their thwarted bid to postpone the vote by 10 months. RTS did not give further details, and it was not immediately clear where the pair were after their release. Thousands of supporters massed in Dakar, the capital, to celebrate the news, chanting Sonko's name on the gridlocked street where he lives.

This comes after the Public Service Commission denied that it was involved in the recruitment for the position. “Contrary to reports by the Nation, I have never been interviewed by the media house nor made any comment nor announcement about Jacque Maribe. The text that CS Kuria claimed was forged alleged that the Public Service Commission was involved in Maribe’s appointment. Public Service Commission statementOn Thursday, the Public Service Commission denied appointing Jacque Maribe as the Head of Communication in the Ministry of Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management. Jacque Maribe Pulse Live KenyaADVERTISEMENTHe emphasised, "For the record, the said position will be filled through a competitive recruitment process should a vacancy arise."

Namwamba impressed by work progress as he tours Talanta Sports CityFriday, March 15th, 2024 00:30 | By Edwin OtienoSports CS Ababu Namwamba inspects the ongoing construction of Talanta Sports City together with Chinese contractors. The Minister was impressed by the rapid progress made, expressing confidence in completing the stadium by December 2025 ahead of the crucial CAF inspections. I’m very confident that Talanta Sports City is well on track for our December 2025 target to test it ahead of AFCON 2027,” he told People Sports. The CS highlighted that the government was committed to adhering to the planned construction, with regular high-level inspections to monitor progress. The advancements at Talanta Sports City promises an exciting future and with continuous government support and dedication, the project is poised for success.

Jamaican dancehall artist Vybz Kartel's conviction for murder has been overturned. The 48-year-old was given a life sentence in 2014 for the killing of Clive "Lizard" Williams on the Caribbean island. The trial heard that victim Clive Williams and another man, Lamar Chow, were given two unlicensed firearms belonging to Kartel for safekeeping. Chow told the trial they were attacked and the last thing he saw was Clive Williams - who was never seen alive again - lying motionless on the ground. Kartel and his co-accused Shawn Campbell, Kahira Jones and Andre St John had maintained their innocence since the original trial.

A Sh800,000 bribe for a job that never was — backed by M-Pesa money trail — is at the heart of allegations that could sink Kisii Deputy Governor Robert Monda, less than two years into office. Dennis Mokaya testifies before the Senate during the impeachment hearing of Kisii Deputy Governor Robert Monda on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. The transactions trail consisted of bank and M-Pesa exchanges to the tune of Sh500,000, with both Mr Mokaya and Mr Misati as the senders. Kisii Deputy Governor Robert Monda before the Senate for his impeachment hearing on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. The assembly also accused Dr Monda of continuously diverting county enforcement officers from their course of duty to work on his farm.

A total of 20 countries have registered for the 2024 International Schools Sports Federation (ISF) World Cross Country at the Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi, on May 13. Kenya has given us the opportunity to have the emergence of future world beaters,” Olabisi noted. Being the first African country to host the World school cross country. Olabisi sees the event as a catalyst for change, nurturing talent and shaping the destinies of thousands of young athletes. Speaking on Kenya’s preparedness to host the event, she said, “We have gone round and inspected every aspect of preparations.

Boeing whistleblower John Barnett ate a quesadilla, drank a Coke, and 'did not seem upset at all' on the night before his alleged suicide in South Carolina, according to sources. His lawyer previously questioned the coroner's office findings that the gunshot wound was 'self-inflicted,' saying Barnett was in good spirits in between his depositions. January 2024: Footage from inside the cabin of a Boeing 737 Max showed the door blowing off shortly after taking off from Portland, Oregon. February 2024: Barnett files an AIR21 lawsuit against Boeing, alleging it had undermined his career over his whistleblowing. March 2024: John Barnett is found dead in his truck.

At the prestigious News24 Business Awards held on Thursday evening, Afrimat's chief, Andries van Heerden, was celebrated as CEO of the Year, a testament to his exceptional leadership and the company's remarkable trajectory of growth. This strategic expansion has not only diversified Afrimat's portfolio but has also significantly enhanced shareholder value, showcasing Van Heerden's prowess in deal-making and corporate growth. His approach emphasizes strategic leadership, corporate citizenship, and a commitment to transparency, factors that played a crucial role in his recognition at the News24 Business Awards. The accolade reflects Van Heerden's ability to navigate complex business landscapes while maintaining a focus on sustainable growth and stakeholder value. Implications for Afrimat and South African BusinessThis award not only highlights Andries van Heerden's significant contributions to Afrimat's success but also signals strong leadership within South Africa's business community.

Paytm’s payment service will be powered by four partner banks—Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, State Bank of India, and YES Bank—acting as Payment System Providers (PSP) to facilitate the process. NPCI has stated that YES Bank will serve as the merchant acquiring bank for both existing and new UPI merchants associated with OCL. The “@Paytm” handle will be redirected to YES Bank, ensuring that existing users and merchants can carry out UPI transactions and AutoPay mandates smoothly without any interruptions. Additionally, the NPCI has instructed Paytm to swiftly migrate all existing handles and mandates, as necessary, to the new Payment System Provider (PSP) banks without delay. Also Read: Karnataka Bans Coloured Gobi Manchurian And Cotton Candy For Health Reasons

Former Kisii Deputy Governor Joash Maangi has expressed appreciation to President William Ruto for nominating him as the Kenyan High Commissioner to Uganda. He said that he looks forward to seeing positive progress during his term as High Commissioner, should he be confirmed for the role. He affirmed that he is committed to seeing continued growth of diplomatic relations between the two countries. "I look forward to witnessing the positive outcomes of my tenure as High Commissioner and remain steadfast in our support for the continued growth of diplomatic relations between our two great nations." Before his nomination, Maangi had been appointed Chief Administrative Secretary (CAS) before the High Court pronounced the positions as null and void.

Two manufacturers of electric products have obtained court orders blocking local traders from infringing on their trademarks to market and distribute the products. Havells Limited and QRG Enterprises Limited obtained the order from the High Court blocking Mr Duncan Maina Gathu and Galactic Systems Limited from marketing and distributing circuit breakers, using its trademarks. The local dealers were blocked from dealing in any products bearing trademarks that are identical to the Havells trademarks, pending a hearing and determination of the petition. Through lawyers Lorna Mbatia and Billy Wesonga, the two manufacturers sought the order to restrain the traders from dealing with any goods that bear marks that are identical to their clients’ trademarks. The India-based manufacturers are also seeking orders to compel Jiji.co.ke to pull down all listings of products that bear marks that are identical to the Havells’ trademarks.

Kericho - President William Ruto has warned that his administration will not allow traders who deal in illicit brew to operate in the country. President William Ruto said illicit brew has no place in the country. Photo: William Ruto. The president said he would not sit and watch as the entire generation was wiped out by illicit brew. Ruto insisted that the nationwide crackdown against illicit brew would continue until the war was won.

Dancehall singer Vybz Kartel successfully appealed his murder conviction at the Privy Council in LondonThe Jamaican star has been incarcerated since 2011 in connection to the disappearance of his associate Clive "Lizard" WilliamsThrough his lawyers, Kartel questioned an earlier ruling over claims of attempts to bribe the juryJamaican dancehall music icon Vybz Kartel has won an appeal against his murder conviction. Vybz Kartel successfully appealed his murder conviction. Source: Getty ImagesIs Vybz Kartel free? In February, Kartel launched an appeal at the Privy Council in London, the final court of appeal in Jamaica. In his appeal, Kartel told the Privy Council in London that he was wrongly convicted, arguing that there were irregularities in the trial, including jury tampering.

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has rolled out austerity measures to cut spending due to insufficient financial resources. According to an internal memo seen by the Star dated March 14, 2024, CEO Twalib Mbarak directed staff to adopt austerity measures to mitigate the budget challenges. "The available financial resources are inadequate to sustain operations of the Commission for the remaining four months of the Financial Year, hence the need to apply austerity measures on budget utilisation," the memo reads in part. Other budget areas to be affected include printing, advertising, domestic travel and subsistence costs, foreign travel and purchase of equipment. To save on money used during training, EACC will start using office boardrooms to conduct meetings and virtual platforms for training and sensitisation.

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