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Government approves Bulawayo’s US$220m budget
Nqobile Bhebhe, nqobile.bhebhe@chronicle.co.zw THE City of Bulawayo has received ministerial approval for its 2026 budget of US$ 220,106,027, which will be implemented in conjunction with the new valuation roll that… The post Government approves Bulawayo’s US$220m budget appeared first on herald.
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Paul Onuachu Extends Goalscoring Streak to Six Match
Paul Onuachu scored the decisive goal as Trabzonspor defeated Gaziantep FK 2-1. Mohamed Bayo gave Gaziantep a surprise lead in the 22nd minute, but Felipe Augusto equalized just two minutes later. The game turned in Trabzonspor’s favor in the 27th minute when Onuachu fired a right-footed shot from the center of the box past Zafer [...] The post Paul Onuachu Extends Goalscoring Streak to Six Match appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.
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CLARIFICATION ON ZIMBABWE’S HEALTH DIPLOMACY
Nick Mangwana Recent extensive media reports have drawn attention to a leaked internal Government communication between the Secretary for Foreign Affairs and International Trade, the Secretary for Health and Child… The post CLARIFICATION ON ZIMBABWE’S HEALTH DIPLOMACY appeared first on herald.
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Passion Java and wife Lily Confirm Divorce
Tafadzwa Zimoyo Zimpapers Entertainment Editor PROPHET Passion Java and his wife Lily have confirmed the dissolution of their marriage. Passion Java said the decision was taken “with maturity, understanding, and… The post Passion Java and wife Lily Confirm Divorce appeared first on herald.
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Tottenham Hotspur Target Lens Goalkeeper Robin Risser In Planned Summer Overhaul
Tottenham Hotspur are preparing for a potential summer reshuffle between the posts, with interest intensifying in Robin Risser as uncertainty grows over their current first-choice goalkeeper. The 21-year-old Lens shot-stopper has attracted attention in north London following a series of composed performances in Ligue 1, positioning himself as one of the emerging young goalkeepers in […] The post Tottenham Hotspur Target Lens Goalkeeper Robin Risser In Planned Summer Overhaul appeared first on Gooner Daily.
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Stop Behaving Like A Baby –Allardyce Tells Salah
Sam Allardyce, the former England boss, has accused Liverpool star Mohamed Salah of behaving like a child. Recall that the Egyptian forward has endured a difficult campaign having netted just four Premier League goals, his last strike coming back in early November. Speaking on the No Tippy Tappy Football podcast, Allardyce has suggested that Salah [...] The post Stop Behaving Like A Baby –Allardyce Tells Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.
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DCI, Communications Authority Officials Set to Take Stand in Ahmed Rashid Trial
Ahmed Rashid, a former member of the elite Starehe Special Police Initiative and Vigilance Unit 'also known as the Pangani Six' is accused of shooting Jamal Mohammed and Mohammed Dahir Kheri to death on March 31, 2017, outside Amal Shopping Complex in Eastleigh, Nairobi
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Trump delivers record-long State of the Union, touts economy and warns Iran
WASHINGTON, D.C., Feb 24 — US President Donald Trump delivered the longest State of the Union address in history on Tuesday, using the marathon speech to defend his economic record and outline his administration’s priorities ahead of the midterm elections. The address, delivered to a joint session of Congress, lasted about one hour and 48 […]
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Mikel Blasts Chelsea For Sacking Maresca
Former Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi has criticised the club’s decision to sack Enzo Maresca. Maresca left Chelsea in January after less than two years at the Stamford Bridge. The Italian was replaced by former Strasbourg head coach Liam Rosenior. Read Also:UCL Play-off: Lookman Provides Assist As Atletico Outclass Club Brugge 4-1 To Reach Round [...] The post Mikel Blasts Chelsea For Sacking Maresca appeared first on Complete Sports.
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2 transformers vandals sentenced to 11 years in prison
Kenya convicts Amos Swahili and Ernest Kemboi for vandalising KPLC transformers, sentencing them to 11 years. DCI vows to curb energy theft and sabotage.
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16-year-old rushed to hospital after wild fox attack in Nakuru
A 16-year-old student was injured after a wild fox attacked him at his home in Njoro, Nakuru County. The animal was killed, and Kenya Wildlife Service officers were notified.
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Osimhen: I’m Fully Fit for Juventus Showdown
Victor Osimhen has declared that he is fit and ready for Galatasaray’s clash against Juventus, reports Completesports.com. Osimhen missed Galatasaray’s 2-0 defeat to Konyaspor last weekend due to a minor knee injury. Battle Ready For Juventus The Nigeria international declared that he is looking forward to facing the Biaconeri after recovering from the injury. “My [...] The post Osimhen: I’m Fully Fit for Juventus Showdown appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Seme man kills 4-metre python after attack on pregnant goat, delivers it to police
A Kisumu resident killed a four-metre python after it attacked his pregnant goat in Seme Sub-County and delivered it to a police station.
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2 robbery suspects arrested in Mombasa linked to viral armed attacks in Bondo
The DCI has linked two robbery suspects arrested in Mombasa to the armed robbery incidents captured on CCTV in Bondo, Siaya County. An AK-47 recovered is undergoing forensic ballistic analysis.
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“It’s a Financial Trap!” US Investor Sues Over Sh225M Loss in Nairobi’s 88 Tower
A prominent American investor has moved to court, alleging he lost Sh225 million in a failed off-plan property deal involving the luxurious 88 Nairobi tower. The development, marketed as Africa’s tallest residential skyscraper, now finds itself at the center of a multimillion-shilling legal dispute at the Milimani Environment and Land Court. The investor, identified in court filings as KYH, claims he fell victim to a “calculated scheme” that left him out of pocket by more than Sh161 million. The dispute involves his commitment to purchase ten premium apartments in the luxury Upper Hill project. A “Financial Trap” in Upper Hill The post “It’s a Financial Trap!” US Investor Sues Over Sh225M Loss in Nairobi’s 88 Tower appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Sifuna Denies Secret Uhuru Kenyatta Funding for Linda Mwananchi
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has firmly rejected allegations that former President Uhuru Kenyatta is the silent force behind his recent political maneuvers. Speaking during a candid interview on NTV Kenya on Tuesday morning, the ODM secretary general dismissed claims of a secret alliance, labeling the online rumors as entirely baseless. Sifuna clarified that he has held zero political discussions with the former Head of State. He pointed out that many people wrongly assume his high-ranking role in ODM automatically puts him in the inner circle of the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya Coalition leadership. “No, I have not had a conversation The post Sifuna Denies Secret Uhuru Kenyatta Funding for Linda Mwananchi appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Get Its Own Ride-Hailing Service
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) is preparing to enter the digital ride-hailing arena, launching its own mobile platform at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). This strategic move aims to reclaim a share of the airport transport market currently dominated by global giants like Uber and Bolt. KAA recently moved to finalize a tender for the design and management of this mobile and web-based application. Operated under a public-private partnership, the platform will allow the authority to share in the revenue generated from every trip. With the tender process wrapping up on February 26, 2026, travelers can expect a fast-tracked rollout The post Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Get Its Own Ride-Hailing Service appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Hilarious Memes in Nairobi This Wednesday
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KeNHA Targets More Traders Along Thika Superhghway After Githurai Demolitions
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has issued a stern directive to roadside traders along the Thika Superhighway, ordering them to vacate their premises within seven days. This move aims to clear the path for critical infrastructure improvements designed to transform one of Kenya’s busiest transport corridors. In a formal notice, the roads agency specifically identified traders operating at Kihunguro (both bounds), Allsops (both bounds), and the Delview sections. KeNHA instructed these business owners to remove all merchandise and structures from the road reserve within a week of the notice date. KeNHA Director General Luka Kimeli explained that the agency The post KeNHA Targets More Traders Along Thika Superhghway After Githurai Demolitions appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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HELB Responds After Auctioneer Debt Message Sparks Viral Backlash on Social Media
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has addressed growing public anxiety following reports that it has enlisted auctioneering firms to hunt down unpaid student loans. The clarification comes after a social media firestorm erupted over the board’s aggressive recovery tactics. The debate ignited on Monday, February 23, when a loan beneficiary posted a screenshot on X (formerly Twitter) of a chilling debt collection message. The post quickly went viral, prompting thousands of Kenyans to question if the board had shifted toward more punitive measures against struggling graduates. The message in question warned the borrower, “Dear Masta, your Higher Education Loans Board The post HELB Responds After Auctioneer Debt Message Sparks Viral Backlash on Social Media appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Spotify Kenya Turns 5: Amapiano Jumps 1,404% as Bien and Njerae Dominate Local Charts
Five years after entering the Kenyan market, Spotify says local listeners are streaming, discovering and engaging with music at unprecedented levels. Since launching in February 2021, the global music streaming platform has reshaped how Kenyans consume music, powering a new generation of digitally savvy fans who rely on streaming to explore fresh sounds and emerging artists. “The big picture: listening keeps compounding,” Spotify noted, pointing to a consistent rise in year-on-year growth since the launch. Amapiano Leads Kenya’s Streaming Boom Spotify converted its early momentum into sustained expansion, recording an average growth rate of 68 percent through last year. The The post Spotify Kenya Turns 5: Amapiano Jumps 1,404% as Bien and Njerae Dominate Local Charts appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“Heaven or Hell”: How an Othaya Cleric Allegedly Used Religious Fear to Abuse Minors
In a case that has sent shockwaves through Othaya Town, a local cleric appeared in court on Monday to face allegations of systematic sexual abuse involving 12 minors. Sheikh Ustadh Eid Ali stood before the magistrate as investigators detailed a disturbing pattern of exploitation carried out under the guise of religious instruction. Accusations of Psychological Manipulation The prosecution revealed that the cleric allegedly abused both boys and girls through acts including sodomy, defilement, and other sex-related crimes. A report from the Othaya Sub-County Children’s Office paints a grim picture of how the suspect allegedly coerced his victims. According to the The post “Heaven or Hell”: How an Othaya Cleric Allegedly Used Religious Fear to Abuse Minors appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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“Show Me the Evidence!” Sifuna Rejects Claims of Misconduct, Says ODM Must Serve the People
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is currently navigating one of its most turbulent internal crises in recent history. At the center of the storm is Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, who remains defiant despite a fierce push from rival factions to strip him of his role as secretary-general. The friction reached a boiling point after the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) moved to remove Sifuna from his leadership position. However, that effort hit a legal roadblock when the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) issued a temporary stay, keeping the senator in office, at least for now. Sifuna Demands Evidence Amid Allegations The post “Show Me the Evidence!” Sifuna Rejects Claims of Misconduct, Says ODM Must Serve the People appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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IEBC Finalizes KIEMS Kits and Security for Thursday’s High-Stakes By-Elections
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has finalized all preparations for the mini-polls scheduled for Thursday, February 26, 2026. In a progress update, the commission confirmed that the electoral process remains strictly on schedule across several key regions. Voters will head to the polls to fill vacancies in both the National Assembly and various County Assemblies. The high-profile contest features the race for Isiolo South Constituency in Isiolo County, alongside Member of the County Assembly (MCA) seats for West Kabras Ward (Kakamega County), as well as Muminji and Evurore Wards in Embu County. Why the Seats Are Vacant The The post IEBC Finalizes KIEMS Kits and Security for Thursday’s High-Stakes By-Elections appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Kisumu Man Spears 4-Meter Python to Death After it Strangles Pregnant Goat
Tension ran high among residents of Kasimori village in Kombewa following a human-wildlife conflict where a man killed a four-meter python that had strangled his pregnant goat. The incident, which occurred on the evening of February 23 in Kisumu County, sparked panic among residents of the quiet village as they rushed to see the commotion. According to police, the goat owner had tethered his pregnant goat in a nearby field earlier that day. He felt something was a miss when he heard the goat bleating in distress. Alarmed, he ran to the scene, only to find a large python tightly The post Kisumu Man Spears 4-Meter Python to Death After it Strangles Pregnant Goat appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
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Cambodian court gives harsh sentences to two British men for cannabis trafficking
Both men were arrested by anti-drug police on June 17, 2025, for attempting to smuggle 19.9 kg of marijuana from Cambodia to Britain through the Phnom Penh International Airport.
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South Sudan’s president assures UN of full humanitarian access amid clashes
The UN said that a recent escalation of fighting in Jonglei State has exacerbated this crisis, displacing more than 280,000 people and disrupting markets, agricultural activities, and basic services, leaving many communities with little or no access to food
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UN Security Council expresses concern over continued violence in Sudan
"Deliberate attacks against humanitarian personnel, their premises and assets may constitute war crimes," council members said, urging all parties to comply with international law and relevant UN resolutions.
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The Curse That Wouldn’t Die: How Béla Guttmann’s Words Still Haunt Benfica
In 1962, Béla Guttmann stood on top of Europe. His team, S.L. Benfica, had just beaten Real Madrid 5–3 in Amsterdam to win their second straight European Cup. They were fearless, attacking, modern. A young Eusébio announced himself to the world. Lisbon felt like the center of football. It was Benfica’s golden age. And then [...] The post The Curse That Wouldn’t Die: How Béla Guttmann’s Words Still Haunt Benfica appeared first on Complete Sports.
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Another tourism milestone beckons
Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter ZIMBABWE is poised to host three high-level United Nations tourism meetings from April 27 to May 1, underscoring confidence in the country’s political and diplomatic standing… The post Another tourism milestone beckons appeared first on herald.
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‘Amendment No. 3 to transform political landscape, development’
Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter CONSTITUTIONAL Amendment No. 3 Bill of 2026 is a necessary move aimed at consolidating national development and addressing long-standing challenges that have impeded progress in the… The post ‘Amendment No. 3 to transform political landscape, development’ appeared first on herald.
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EIGHTY PEOPLE, INCLUDING 77 PUPILS, PACKED IN JUST TWO KOMBIS MEANT TO FERRY, AT MOST, 36 PEOPLE. . . Latest arrest shows this cancer is widespread
Arron Nyamayaro EIGHTY passengers, including 77 pupils and three teachers, have been packed into two 18-seater kombis, in the past 11 days, leading to the arrest of two drivers. This… The post EIGHTY PEOPLE, INCLUDING 77 PUPILS, PACKED IN JUST TWO KOMBIS MEANT TO FERRY, AT MOST, 36 PEOPLE. . . Latest arrest shows this cancer is widespread appeared first on herald.
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Over 13 000 arrested in ZiG3bn drugs haul
Tanyaradzwa Kutaura Herald Reporter LAW enforcement agencies, through specialised raids, have confiscated drugs worth over ZiG3 billion, while more than 13 000 people have been arrested as the Government continues… The post Over 13 000 arrested in ZiG3bn drugs haul appeared first on herald.
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Zimbabwe wins tourism hat-trick. . .Victoria Falls to welcome world leaders for landmark tourism conferences
Harare Bureau ZIMBABWE is set to host three high‑level United Nations tourism meetings from 27 April to May 1, in a development that underscores growing international confidence in the country’s… The post Zimbabwe wins tourism hat-trick. . .Victoria Falls to welcome world leaders for landmark tourism conferences appeared first on herald.
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Zim champions clean energy
Mukudzei Chingwere in VICTORIA FALLS ZIMBABWE will place clean and renewable energy at the centre of regional debate as the country hosts the 2026 SADC Sustainable Energy Week. Energy and… The post Zim champions clean energy appeared first on herald.
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INDRIVE DRIVER COUNTS LOSSES AFTER SHELTERING SEX WORKER IN HIS CAB
Arron Nyamayaro AN InDrive driver is counting his losses after he lost his car keys, and money, after giving a sex worker shelter in his cab in the early hours… The post INDRIVE DRIVER COUNTS LOSSES AFTER SHELTERING SEX WORKER IN HIS CAB appeared first on herald.
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