Former Chelsea star Joe Cole has backed Liverpool to get a positive result away to Inter Milan without Mohamed Salah, in Tuesday’s UEFA Champions League fixture. The Egyptian winger’s comments in the aftermath of the 3-3 draw against Leeds have dominated the media landscape for the last few days, with many seeing his provocative words [...] The post UCL: Chelsea Legend Backs Liverpool To Get Result At Inter Without Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.

The primary objective of the provision is to drastically reduce the time taken to introduce life-saving medical countermeasures during a disease outbreak.

CS Mbadi said the call for submissions is anchored in constitutional requirements for openness, accountability, and public participation in matters of public finance.

The post Nigeria govt reduces oil block entry costs to $3m appeared first on Kemi Filani. The Federal Government has reduced the signature bonus from $10m to $3m and $7m, ahead of the 2025 licensing round. This was confirmed by the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) on its website. According to NUPRC, this is part of the government’s efforts to reduce entry barriers. “Interested in one of the oil blocks […] The post Nigeria govt reduces oil block entry costs to $3m appeared first on Kemi Filani.

Launched on November 17, the program attracted 68 participants, including Confucius Institute students aspiring to become teachers and educators from schools across Kenya.

The post “I shall be diligently hating on my enemies like 50 Cent” – Toolz reveals her resolution for 2026 appeared first on Kemi Filani. It isn’t even the New Year yet, and media personality Toolz Oniru has revealed her 2026 resolution. On her Instagram page, she said she will be diligently hating on her enemies like her birthday mate. She added that her key motto for 2026 is to follow 50 Cent’s footsteps. “In 2026, I shall be diligently […] The post “I shall be diligently hating on my enemies like 50 Cent” – Toolz reveals her resolution for 2026 appeared first on Kemi Filani.

The latest deployment brings the total number of Kenyan officers serving in Haiti to over 700, solidifying Kenya’s position as the largest contributor to the GSF.

It said its proposal was a "superior alternative" to Netflix's, delivering more cash upfront to shareholders and greater prospect of approval by regulators.

The demonstrations were called by activists and opposition groups to coincide with the anniversary of mainland Tanzania’s independence from Britain.

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chair Erastus Ethekon has stated that stealing an election in Kenya is impossible. Speaking at the IEBC Stakeholder Engagement Forum on Monday, December 8, 2025, Ethekon observed that electoral officials, observers, and media scrutiny make manipulation virtually impossible. He reflected on the November 27 by-elections, urging politicians to focus on legitimate campaigns instead of attempting desperate tactics for unfair victories. “It is high time politicians learned that to steal elections in this country is an impossibility. The returning officer observes, and the media can tell you it is impossible. Where will you get the The post IEBC Chair Declares Stealing Elections in Kenya Impossible appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission says it saved the country Ksh16.5 billion in the 2024/2025 financial year by stepping up investigations, integrity tests and proactive operations. During Monday’s report launch, EACC announced that this amount represents the highest recovery or protection figure in recent years. CEO Abdi Mohamud revealed that the Commission processed 4,183 corruption reports and launched investigations into 1,846 of them. The Commission found that bribery dominated the reports at 37 per cent, with embezzlement of public funds coming in second at 19 per cent, unethical conduct at 13 per cent, and fraudulent acquisition and disposal of public The post EACC Says It Saved Kenya Ksh16.5 Billion Through Tougher Anti-Corruption Crackdown appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

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Parliament has launched investigations into a fast-growing fraud scheme that appears to be targeting retirees moments after they receive their lump-sum pension payments from the government. According to the Senate, the syndicate somehow gains access to pensioners’ confidential banking information, allowing criminals to monitor account activity and drain the funds under mysterious circumstances. Migori Senator Eddy Oketch raised the alarm in the House, warning that criminals seem to be obtaining highly sensitive personal banking details. He said this access enables them to track government disbursements and strike almost immediately after pension payments hit retirees’ accounts. Oketch highlighted a recent case The post Absa on the Spot as Senate Investigates Pension Fraud Targeting Kenyan Retirees appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has has rolled out a series of major legal and policy reforms designed to speed up Kenya’s fight against graft, including fast-tracking corruption cases and expanding investigative powers across financial platforms. The Anti-Corruption Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025, outlines major proposals that would drastically shorten the timeline for corruption trials and appeals to six months. It also seeks to give investigators wider access to mobile money records and non-bank financial institutions to close loopholes exploited by corrupt networks. If passed, the bill would also impose a 10-year ban from public tenders on individuals convicted of The post New EACC Bill Seeks Mobile Money Access for Investigators and Whistle-Blower Protections appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Senators have accused several government officers and Members of Parliament of running rogue recruitment agencies that leave desperate Kenyans stranded abroad after promising lucrative jobs. Lawmakers allege that some officials in the Ministries of Labour and Foreign Affairs, along with members of the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Labour, maintain ties to unscrupulous firms exploiting job seekers. The allegations surfaced following testimonies from Kenyan migrant workers stranded in Qatar during a visit by the Senate Standing Committee on Trade and Tourism. Embu Senator Alexander Mundigi described how these agencies, some linked to MPs and officials, lure job seekers only to The post Govt Officials, MPs Linked to Recruitment Scams Exploiting Kenyans in Gulf States appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kenyan mobile phone users continue to pay higher call charges than necessary because regulators have delayed implementing long-awaited reforms meant to lower interconnection fees, the World Bank has cautioned in a new report. According to the latest Kenya Economic Update, the country’s mobile termination rates (MTRs) – the fees operators charge each other to connect calls – remain far above actual costs. The report says these outdated fees favour dominant players such as Safaricom while placing smaller operators at a competitive disadvantage. The World Bank points out that the Communications Authority of Kenya has stalled the shift to cost-based MTRs, The post World Bank: Kenyans Paying Inflated Call Rates as CA Delays Mobile Tariff Reforms appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

According to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, over 99 per cent of Kenya Integrated Election Management System kits functioned seamlessly in last month’s by-elections, further boosting the credibility and integrity of the vote. Despite the strong performance, the Commission acknowledged persistent challenges, including voter apathy, misinformation and isolated security incidents, even as it intensifies preparations for the 2027 General Election. IEBC Chairperson Erastus Ethekon gave the update on Monday during a high-level Stakeholder Engagement Forum in Nairobi, where he provided a detailed breakdown of the November 27 by-elections. He said the Commission invested heavily in planning, from recruiting and The post IEBC Reports 99% KIEMS Kit Success in By-Elections, Flags Misinformation and Voter Apathy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

The government has opened the floor for public submissions on its plan to sell part of its Safaricom stake, a move designed to raise billions of shillings to fund key national development projects. According to the proposal presented in Sessional Paper No. 3 of 2025, the government intends to float 15 per cent of its shares in Safaricom while retaining a strategic 20 per cent. Proceeds will be used to finance infrastructure, digitization, and other areas of priority. National Assembly Clerk Samuel Njoroge said the input by the public will guide parliamentary committees in scrutinizing the plan. He observed that The post Kenyans Invited to Give Input on Proposed Sale of Safaricom Shares appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Kenyans can look forward to a reliable and sufficient electricity supply during the festive season, the Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen) has assured. In a statement on Monday, KenGen pointed out that its Seven Forks hydro cascade is producing at high capacity, supplying the country with plenty of renewable, low-cost electricity amid unpredictable global energy prices. “As of the morning of December 8, total hydro generation from the system stood at 473.14MW against an installed capacity of 600.4MW,” said KenGen Managing Director and CEO, Eng. Peter Njenga. Reservoir Levels Healthy, Generation Stable According to the latest dam readings from KenGen, The post Kenyans Assured of Stable Electricity Supply During Festive Season appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Githunguri Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba has warned that President William Ruto’s dream of transforming Kenya into Singapore is unrealistic unless the government urgently protects the country’s tea sector from excessive taxation and harmful legislation. In a statement on Sunday, December 7, 2025, Wamuchomba said over-taxation is pushing Kenya’s tea industry – a key foreign-exchange earner – to the brink, threatening the country’s economic stability and farmers’ livelihoods. “Without dollars coming into Kenya from the Tea sector, the Road to the Dreamland ‘Singapore’ is just a fallacy,” she wrote. The MP noted that Kenya’s tea industry currently faces 42 separate The post Wamuchomba: Why Kenya’s Singapore Dream is a Fallacy appeared first on Nairobi Wire.

Some train services have been suspended and thousands of homes have been left without power as a result.

The Sudan Witness Project says it has compiled the largest known dataset of military airstrikes in the conflict, which began in April 2023.

Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah could be offered the opportunity to leave Anfield in January by La Liga giants Real Madrid, according to reports. It has been a stressful season for everyone involved at Anfield with the Reds struggling to get anywhere near the form which saw them comfortably win the Premier League title last term. [...] The post Real Madrid Interested In Salah appeared first on Complete Sports.

Fidelis Munyoro Chief Court Reporter THE State insists that the combined 27 years, which businessmen Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu will spend in jail, is not HARSH enough to reflect… The post CHIMOMBE, MPOFU DRAMA FAR FROM OVER AS STATE INSISTS THE COMBINED 27 YEARS THEY GOT ISN’T HARSH ENOUGH appeared first on herald.

Zvikomborero Parafini MURDER suspect Jason Muvevi, who was committed to Chikurubi psychiatric ward after he was declared to be mentally ill in 2023, is expected back in court today. According… The post MUVEVI EXPECTED BACK IN COURT FOR INDICTMENT appeared first on herald.

Wallace Ruzvidzo Herald Reporter UNDER the Second Republic’s leadership, corruption will never be allowed to derail or delay Zimbabwe’s ongoing quest to accelerate the realisation of Vision 2030 and a… The post President declares zero tolerance for corruption appeared first on herald.

Arron Nyamayaro POLICE say the transition to an electronic system will ensure that all dockets are processed without the possibility of bribery derailing the process. Officer Commanding Harare Province, Commissioner,… The post POLICE BANK ON ELECTRONIC SYSTEM TO ELIMINATE BRIBERY IN DOCKETS PROCESSING appeared first on herald.

Blessed Katiyo in JOHANNESBURG IT was dubbed The Last Dance and Chimurenga music legend, Thomas Mapfumo, delivered his farewell South African show from his seat at a packed Newtown Music… The post FROM A CHAIR, LEGEND MUKANYA WAVES GOODBYE TO MZANSI appeared first on herald.

Blessings Chidakwa Senior Reporter PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has fired Mines and Mining Development Minister Winston Chitando, replacing him with his deputy, Dr Polite Kambamura. The sacking and appointment are with immediate… The post President relieves Minister Chitando of his job appeared first on herald.

Trust Khosa, Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub ORGANISERS of the “One Big Party,” headlined by Jah Prayzah and Winky D, say rain fears and a huge demand for tickets have… The post WHY ONE BIG PARTY VENUE WAS SHIFTED appeared first on herald.

Zvikomborero Parafini THE Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission (ZICC) yesterday signed an historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) for the training of police officers. The partnership… The post ZICC, ZOU SIGN MOU appeared first on herald.

Nigerian midfielder, Raphael Onyedika was on target as Club Brugge fell 3-2 to St. Truiden in a Belgian Pro League clash at the weekend. Onyedika gave Brugge the lead in the 16th minute with a right footed strike from the center of the box, only for Arbnor Muja to equalize for St. Truiden in the [...] The post Raphael Onyedika Scores as Club Brugge Lose 3-2 to St. Truiden appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Fulham’s Nigerian trio were unable to prevent a disappointing 2–1 home defeat to Crystal Palace, despite delivering strong individual performances. Eddie Nketiah opened the scoring for Palace in the 20th minute, before Harry Wilson equalised for Fulham. However, a stoppage-time winner from captain Marc Guehi secured all three points for the visitors. Samuel Chukwueze produced [...] The post Nigerian Trio Impressive Despite Fulham’s Defeat to Crystal Palace appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Inter Milan manager Christian Chivu has warned his side against complacency against Liverpool, stating that Mohamed Salah’s absence is no cause for celebration. Liverpool will face Serie A giants Inter Milan on Tuesday (December 9), but Salah won’t be involved after being disciplined by the club. Speaking with the club’s website, Chivu stated that the [...] The post UCL: Chivu Warns Inter Milan Against Complacency Vs Liverpool appeared first on Complete Sports.

Chelsea have confirmed that they are travelling to Bergamo without the services of Ballon d’Or nominee Cole Palmer, whose minutes are being managed following his recent return from injury, Yahoo Sports reports. Atalanta will host Chelsea at the New Balance Arena on Tuesday evening in the sixth round of Champions League fixtures. This is the [...] The post UCL: Palmer Left Out Of Chelsea Squad For Atalanta Clash appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigeria’s friendly match against Egypt has been postponed to December 16, from its original date of December 14. The adjustment follows FIFA’s new rule allowing clubs to keep their players until December 15, ensuring that Nigeria can field a near-full-strength squad. NFF Director of Communications Ademola Olajire confirmed the change: “The match will now take [...] The post NFF Announces New Date for Super Eagles Friendly appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.