The arrests came as Gulf states clamped down on cells linked to Iran and its Lebanese ally Hezbollah after Tehran struck its Gulf neighbours in the ongoing Middle East war.

Mwaura noted that the country is still recovering from the KSh6 billion in losses incurred during last year’s demonstrations. 

“The result was good, of course the win was needed. It was a bit weird playing the match without shot clock which made us be limited in possession but that was not an excuse,” Mugabe added.

Foreign ministers from the 27-nation bloc are expected to discuss the matter at a meeting in Luxembourg Tuesday after a call from Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

Cafu, who was a right-back, said Brazil already had strength in midfield and attack, so Ancelotti had focused on strengthening the defence for this year's tournament to be held in the US, Mexico and Canada.

The 21-year-old, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, was expected to appear in court Monday to face multiple charges over the horrifying death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose body was found in September, days after what would have been her 15th birthday.

In his opening address in Dakar, Faye said Africa must stop being “the centre of rivalries between major powers” and instead become an active player in shaping global balances.

Ruto’s official programme began with a wreath-laying ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Piazza Venezia, a tradition observed by visiting heads of state.

AXIAN's corporate VC has backed 33 African startups in four years with at least $100,000 each. Its head explains why and how.

 The encounter, dubbed the “Nairobi Derby,” lived up to expectations, but it was KPC who ultimately stamped their authority with a composed and tactically superior performance.The Oilers set the tone early, showcasing disciplined defence and well-coordinated attacking play to claim the opening set. Their serving pressure consistently unsettled DCI’s reception line, allowing KPC to dictate the tempo of the match.

Football is often described as more than just a game, and nowhere is this more evident than in the culture of its fans. Across continents, football supporters form communities that go far beyond simply watching matches. They create traditions, develop shared identities, and express deep emotional connections to their teams. This culture has evolved over […] The post Football Fan Culture: Identity, Passion, and Philosophy Behind the World’s Most Devoted Communities appeared first on Tekedia.

By Boluwatife Oshadiya | April 20, 2026 Key Points Main Story The Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) has announced the successful completion of its scheduled system maintenance, restoring full access to its digital registration and compliance services nationwide. In a public notice issued on April 20, 2026, the Commission confirmed that all online services — including […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

European venture capital firm Speedinvest has formalised its long-running commitment to the Middle East and Africa with the launch of its first flagship fund dedicated to the region, drawing in three of the world’s most significant institutional investors. The fund is backed by Mubadala Investment Company, the Qatar Investment Authority, and EIB Global, the development […] The post Speedinvest Launches Dedicated MEA Fund Backed by Mubadala, QIA, and EIB Global appeared first on Tech In Africa.

India’s currency and bond markets are entering the week with a measure of relief from softer oil prices, but the underlying picture remains fragile as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz persists and a ceasefire deadline between Washington and Tehran approaches. The Indian rupee closed at 92.9250 per dollar on Friday, down modestly on the […] The post Rupee, Bonds Steady as Oil Retreats, but Hormuz Disruption and Iran Deadline Keep India on Edge appeared first on Tekedia.

A startup founded by two operators with deep roots in East Africa’s fintech ecosystem has closed a seed round that backs its bet on an emerging question every organisation is now wrestling with: how do you actually run a workforce that mixes people and AI agents? Lua has raised $5.8 million in a seed round […] The post Lua Raises $5.8 Million to Build the Operating System for Human and AI Agent Teams appeared first on Tech In Africa.

Africar Group has launched Koto.sn, Senegal’s first and only dedicated platform for comparing new car prices. The platform is the first of its kind in the country, offering a centralized pricing resource that did not previously exist in the Senegalese market. The platform lists 24 car brands and over 114 models at launch, including Suzuki, […] The post Koto.sn Launches as Senegal’s First New Car Price Comparison Platform appeared first on Tech In Africa.

The United States is the current rotating chair of the Group of 20, which represents 85 percent of the global economy.

"I really wish I had (Hellen) there, but she texted me yesterday and said 'I know you can do it, I believe in you - just go out there and show them who you are'," Lokedi said.

China’s exports of rare-earth magnets posted a modest annual decline in March while extending a monthly rebound, underscoring a market increasingly shaped by geopolitics as much as industrial demand. Figures from the General Administration of Customs show outbound shipments reached 5,238 metric tons in March, down 1.6% from a year earlier but up 10.5% from […] The post China’s Rare-Earth Magnet Exports Edge Lower Year-on-Year, U.S. Shipments Extend Decline appeared first on Tekedia.

QXO has agreed to acquire TopBuild in a $17 billion cash-and-stock transaction, accelerating a rapid consolidation strategy that is reshaping the U.S. construction supply chain and testing whether scale can unlock durable pricing power in a traditionally fragmented industry. The deal will create the second-largest publicly traded building products distributor in North America, with more […] The post QXO to Acquire TopBuild in $17bn Deal that Signals High-Stakes Bet on Scale, Data Center Boom appeared first on Tekedia.

Nyaberi and his squad will now shift focus to their upcoming fixtures, knowing that consistent performances and better finishing could make the difference in their push for promotion as the season enters its decisive stage.

Google is in discussions with Marvell Technology to develop a new set of custom AI chips, a move that reflects a broader shift among hyperscalers toward tighter control over the infrastructure underpinning artificial intelligence. According to The Information, the collaboration would focus on two components: a memory processing unit designed to work alongside Google’s tensor […] The post Google Eyes Custom AI Chips With Marvell as It Presses Challenge to Nvidia’s Dominance appeared first on Tekedia.

Fears that agentic artificial intelligence could dismantle the traditional software industry are prompting a strategic response from incumbents, with Microsoft advancing a framework that would fold AI agents into the same commercial logic that has underpinned enterprise software for decades. The argument, articulated by Microsoft Executive Vice President Rajesh Jha, is that AI systems will […] The post Microsoft’s ‘Agent Seats’ Vision Challenges Narrative of AI Disrupting Software Industry appeared first on Tekedia.

Bitcoin erased its recent weekend gains and briefly dipped below the $74,000 level on Sunday evening, as escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran triggered a risk-off sentiment across global markets. The price of the crypto asset dipped after the US military seized an Iranian cargo ship, putting pressure on a ceasefire between […] The post Bitcoin Drops Below $74,000 as Iran Rejects Second Round of US Peace Talks Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions appeared first on Tekedia.

The France centre-back's current deal expires this summer, five years after he joined from RB Leipzig for £35m.

Ongwae emphasized that the team’s approach after the break was deliberate and calculated, especially in light of unexpected personnel challenges.

Africa’s startup ecosystem continues to project resilience, with funding totals holding firm and signaling sustained investor confidence. Yet beneath these strong headline figures lies a more fragile reality. A recent report by Africa: The Big Deal reveals that capital is increasingly concentrated in larger, later-stage deals, while the early-stage segment, where future industry leaders are […] The post Africa’s Startup Funding Holds Strong at The Top, But Early-Stage Deals Show Signs of Strain – Report appeared first on Tekedia.

Key points Main story A Nigerian subscriber has publicly criticised MTN Nigeria on social media platform X over what he described as unusually rapid data depletion, reigniting debate about billing transparency in the country’s telecommunications sector. In a complaint that has gained traction online, the customer alleged that his weekly data subscription was exhausted in […] Continue reading %%POSTNAME%% at %%BLOGNAME%%.

Looking ahead, Muyoti challenged his forwards to maintain their sharpness in front of goal, emphasizing consistency in the final stretch of fixtures.

The court has certified the matter as urgent and directed the respondents to file their responses within seven days.

With athletes already arriving and final preparations underway, focus now turns to Friday’s competition

Macharia was granted Ksh.5 million bond with two sureties of a similar amount or an alternative cash bail of Ksh.1.5 million.

Gachagua claimed that areas where the Head of State is unpopular have been most targeted in discrimination. 

Raducanu competed at Indian Wells in early March but then skipped the Miami Open and the Linz Open, which had been due to be her first clay court event of the year.

The drive, backed by the hashtag #RejectFuelPrices, kicked off over a week ago after the government shot up fuel prices to over Ksh. 200, with Kenyans blaming the Energy Ministry for scandals, poor management and corruption, leading to the steep hike in fuel prices 

They are alleged to have trafficked cannabis weighing approximately 16.084 kilogrammes with a street value of over Ksh.480,000, contrary to the law.