Ivorian journalist: I never meant to offend but East Africa is not ready for 2027 AFCON
Ivorian journalist Mamadou Gaye/FILEIvorian journalist Mamadou Gaye has sought to clarify controversial remarks he made questioning East Africa’s readiness to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). He argued that the standards for hosting AFCON have risen significantly following Morocco’s staging of the 2025 tournament. He noted that Morocco’s hosting of AFCON 2025 had set a new benchmark for the continent, raising expectations for infrastructure, transport and overall organisation. While acknowledging that East Africa has made progress, the journalist questioned whether the region currently meets the demands of a tournament of AFCON’s scale. “In 1996 AFCON was given to Kenya but because they were not ready it went to South Africa,” he said.
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January 19, 2026 16:58 UTC
Trump links Greenland dispute to not getting Nobel Peace Prize
US President Donald Trump/SCREENGRABUS President Donald Trump has said he no longer feels obliged to think only of peace after he did not receive the Nobel Peace Prize, as he again repeated his demand for control of Greenland. In a message to Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, Trump blamed the country for not giving him the prize. In his reply to Trump, Støre explained that an independent committee, not the government of Norway, awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in October to Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado. In his message to Støre, Trump said Denmark cannot protect Greenland from Russia or China, and questioned "why do they have a "right of ownership" anyway? The peace prize was awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado.
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January 19, 2026 16:15 UTC
Pritty Vishy Changes Tune, Says She Didn’t Get BBL: "I am Luo"
Pritty Vishy explained why she lied about getting a BBL surgery. Photo: Pritty Vishy. Did Pritty Vishy get a BBL? Photo: Pritty Vishy. Source: InstagramDid Pritty Vishy gossip about Stevo with Mungai Eve?
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January 19, 2026 16:08 UTC
Jesy Nelson and fiance Zion Foster split after their twins’ shock diagnosis – but exes remain ‘united as co-parents’
FORMER Little Mix star Jesy Nelson and fiancé Zion Foster have split up after four years. Jesy and Zion, 26, were told it is unlikely the girls will ever walk, and may face serious breathing and swallowing difficulties. Jesy told fans: “I just need you to know that I am so determined to make this happen. Little Mix fans were left devastated in 2020 when Jesy revealed she was leaving the band. Meanwhile Little Mix went on an extended hiatus in 2022 to pursue solo careers and start families.
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January 19, 2026 16:02 UTC
Iran’s president warns strikes on Khamenei would lead to ‘all-out war’ – China Daily
TEHRAN — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned on Sunday that any attack on Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would be considered a declaration of “all-out war” against the Iranian nation, following a sharp exchange of rhetoric with US President Donald Trump. Pezeshkian’s comments, posted on social media platform X, come amid heightened tensions after Trump told Politico on Saturday that it was “time to look for new leadership in Iran.”“Any attack on our great leader will be tantamount to an all-out war against the Iranian nation,” Pezeshkian wrote. The Iranian president also blamed Washington for the country’s economic struggles, citing “longstanding hostility” and “inhumane sanctions” imposed by the United States and its allies as the primary drivers of hardship for the Iranian people. The diplomatic spat intensified earlier on Saturday when Khamenei labeled Trump a “criminal,” holding him responsible for casualties and damages sustained during recent periods of domestic unrest in Iran. Relations between Tehran and Washington have remained fraught since Trump’s return to the White House, characterized by a continuation of the “maximum pressure” policy and frequent verbal confrontations between the two leaderships.
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January 19, 2026 15:35 UTC
Senegal players walk out after Morocco is awarded penalty in tense AFCON final
Senegal players walk-out of the field./SCREENGRABSenegal players walk out of the field./SCREENGRABA dramatic twist unfolded in the dying minutes of the AFCON final on Sunday after Senegal’s players headed straight to the dressing room following the award of a penalty to Morocco, signalling their refusal to continue the match. And a few seconds later, the Senegal players walk out to boos in Morocco. Efan Ekoku, a former Nigerian striker, reacted to the drama, saying, "I think it was soft (the penalty decision). The penalty decision, made at a critical stage of the final, appeared to be the breaking point in a tense contest that had already been marked by heightened emotions. Further communication from the match commissioner and governing body is expected on the move by some of the Senegal players.
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January 19, 2026 15:28 UTC
Prospective buyer seeks Sh65m refund after property inspection dispute
“We were clear that we wanted to view the house when it was vacant before paying the balance,” Eunice told the court. Concerned about the safety of the house, Eunice said they engaged a structural engineer, who later prepared a report indicating that the building’s structural integrity had been compromised. No refund was forthcoming, she claimed, and the property was subsequently put back on sale, prompting Eunice to seek assistance from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). During cross-examination, the defence challenged the complainant’s testimony, citing inconsistencies in the stated purchase price and the amounts allegedly paid. The defence further maintained that the complainant was granted access to the house, disputing claims that inspection was denied.
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January 19, 2026 15:26 UTC
Kenyan Newspapers Review: Cracks Deepen in ODM as Winnie Odinga Lectures Oburu Amid Talks with Ruto
Source: UGCThe papers also reported on President William Ruto's move to tap the wisdom of the late prime minister Raila Odinga's economic advisors in his Singapore dream. Speaking in Mombasa, Gachagua dismissed claims that his allies are defecting from DCP to join President William Ruto’s camp. “My deputy party leader, Cleophas Malala, is sick. They were not my people; they belonged to President Ruto. The StarPresident William Ruto has tapped into Raila Odinga’s long-standing economic think tank as part of his renewed push to achieve his ‘Singapore’ dream.
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January 19, 2026 14:29 UTC
Nandi Couple Gifts Parents New House and Car in Heart-Warming Gesture of Gratitude
Residents of Saniak in Nandi County were left in awe after a young couple gifted their parents a fully furnished nine-room house and a brand-new car in a moving act of gratitude. Nandi Couple Gifts Parents New Home and Car in Heart-Warming Gesture of GratitudeSource: UGCFerdinand Kipleting Ronoh and his wife, Nelly, members of the Kap Chamtany family, indicated that the gift was a way of honouring the sacrifices that shaped their journey. Mathew Kipchirchir Melly, a close family member, told TUKO.co.ke that the couple has been living and working in Australia for the past three years. Many social media users praised the gesture as a powerful display of family love, resilience, and the importance of giving back. Nandi Couple Gifts Parents New House and Car in Heart-Warming Gesture of GratitudeSource: FacebookSocial media reactionsEverlyne Blessed Wafula"Congratulations to them.
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January 19, 2026 13:58 UTC
Tesco brings in new way to triple value of Clubcard vouchers at seven restaurants
Tesco brings in new way to triple value of Clubcard vouchers at seven restaurantsIf you are a Tesco customer and have a Clubcard, you will be able to take advantage of changes to the voucher and points schemeView Image Tesco customers can triple the value of their Clubcard vouchers (Image: Ian Cooper/North Wales Live)Tesco shoppers now have a new way to triple the value of their Clubcard vouchers at seven popular restaurants in the UK. It means £10 of Clubcard vouchers will be worth a £30 reward code to spend at these restaurants. Just before Christmas, Tesco announced shoppers would be able to triple their Clubcard points when spending them at PizzaExpress. The new update means Tesco shoppers can now get triple Clubcard voucher value at seven restaurant chains. You'll also get one point for every £1 spent using a Tesco Clubcard Pay+ debit card, reports the Mirror.
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January 19, 2026 13:46 UTC
Salasya Launches "Peace Crusade" to Escape Court Wrath
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has embarked on a frantic 14-day nationwide peace campaign, a desperate maneuver to comply with a court order and save his political career from implosion. The "peace initiative," which kicked off today in Nairobi, is not born of a sudden moral awakening but legal necessity. The Theatrics of Penance"I am a man of peace," Salasya declared to a skeptical press corps at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre, flanked by a muted entourage of clergy and youth leaders. The Court's Ultimatum: The presiding magistrate made it clear: perform genuine acts of public contrition or face a custodial sentence. The court will decide, but the court of public opinion is already in session.
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January 19, 2026 13:33 UTC
Chinese husband smashes up home after wife buys dishwasher without his consent
The man only found out about the purchase when a worker came to install the dishwasher in their rented flat. The husband ordered his wife to cancel the order and return the machine but she refused. He said that the family could not afford the dishwasher because of high water and electricity charges. The wife said she needed the dishwasher, above, because the winter tap water was too cold to wash things by hand. I do not support the woman buying things beyond their family’s financial capabilities without checking with her husband,” said Ke.
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January 19, 2026 12:45 UTC
Salasya Launches Nationwide Peace Initiative Following Court-Ordered Apology
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has launched a peace campaign on prominent social media platforms, following a court directive as the only way to have his hate speech case dropped. While the court declined the withdrawal but asked the MP to conduct a 14-day social media peace campaign, which Salasya has formally begun. Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya. “This peace campaign will be non-partisan, inclusive and people centred, bringing together youth, elders, faith leaders, women and community stakeholders across all regions of kenya. NCIC collaborated with the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) and formally charged him, before the court later tasked NCIC to oversee a settlement outside court.
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January 19, 2026 12:17 UTC
New Tesco Clubcard deal allows customers to turn £10 into £30
Only a few years back, Tesco customers could frequently exchange and triple the value of vouchers at various reward partners. As part of this, select Tesco Clubcard holders may be able to earn up to £50 in bonus points over the next few weeks. During a regular shop, £1 gets you one Clubcard point, with 100 of these adding up £1 in Tesco vouchers. To find out if you can take part in the Clubcard Challenges, keep an eye on your inbox and look for an email invitation from Tesco. Then, select the amount of Clubcard vouchers you’d like to exchange.
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January 19, 2026 11:51 UTC
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Senegal President Declares Public Holiday After Sadio Mane and Co Deliver AFCON Glory
Senegalese nationals are enjoying a public holiday thanks to the Teranga Lions’ victory in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final. Senegal President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has declared a public holiday in the country after the West African nation clinched the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy. Senegal President Lauds Teranga Lions"The president of the republic declared Monday a public holiday, a paid day off, following the brilliant victory of the Lions," RTS said, citing a presidential decree. Gaye also had plenty of praise for Teranga Lions, who went close to losing the game before luck went their way. Some of the Senegal players even walked off the pitch in protest and it took the intervention of some senior players, led by Sadio Mane, to bring the back for the penalty.
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January 19, 2026 11:30 UTC