Nearly 8,000 Kenyans Receive Long-Acting HIV Prevention Injection Since Rollout
Approximately 7,900 Kenyans have received the long-acting HIV prevention injection Lenacapavir since its introduction in February 2026, according to data presented during a recent learning forum involving county governments, health officials, and development partners. The beneficiaries are from 15 counties participating in the first phase of the rollout, which is part of Kenya’s efforts to expand access to innovative HIV prevention options beyond daily oral medication. The forum, organized by National AIDS and STI Control Programme and LVCT Health, brought together representatives from participating counties to assess progress, identify challenges, and share lessons from implementation. Lenacapavir offers a long-acting alternative […]
KCB and Airtel Money Partner to Expand Financial Access
KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money Kenya have entered into a strategic partnership that will allow Airtel Money customers to deposit and withdraw cash through more than 22,000 KCB agents nationwide, strengthening access to digital financial services across Kenya. The agreement marks another step toward greater interoperability within Kenya’s financial sector, enabling customers to access services more conveniently regardless of their location. According to Anne Kinuthia-Otieno, the partnership is designed to make financial services more accessible and convenient for Airtel Money users. “By opening access to KCB’s extensive agent network, we are bringing Airtel Money services closer to more Kenyans […]
President Trump says Starmer ‘will resign’ amid speculation UK PM could quit today
Donald Trump weighs in on the future of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday, claiming that he “will resign,” amid widespread speculation the UK leader could set out a timeline for his departure as soon as Monday.
KCB and Airtel Money Partner to Expand Financial Access
KCB Bank Kenya and Airtel Money Kenya have entered into a strategic partnership that will allow Airtel Money customers to deposit and withdraw cash through more than 22,000 KCB agents nationwide, strengthening access to digital financial services across Kenya. The agreement marks another step toward greater interoperability within Kenya’s financial sector, enabling customers to access services more conveniently regardless of their location. According to Anne Kinuthia-Otieno, the partnership is designed to make financial services more accessible and convenient for Airtel Money users. “By opening access to KCB’s extensive agent network, we are bringing Airtel Money services closer to more Kenyans […]
Jentrix Shikangwa’s Big Move to Egypt Overshadowed by Shock WAFCON Snub
Baldwin Odemba Faces Tough Questions Harambee Starlets striker Jentrix Shikangwa has completed a major career move after agreeing to join Egyptian Women’s Premier League side FC Masar on a two-year contract following her departure from Tanzanian champions Simba Queens. The transfer comes at the back of an outstanding 2025/26 campaign in Tanzania, where the prolific forward scored 21 league goals to inspire Simba Queens to another Tanzania Women’s Premier League (TWPL) title. Her goals, leadership and consistency made her one of the most feared strikers in Cecafa region and earned her a move to one of Africa’s rapidly rising women’s […]
Late Eustaquio Strike Ends South Africa’s Historic World Cup Journey
South Africa’s historic FIFA World Cup campaign came to a heartbreaking end after Canada struck deep into stoppage time to claim a dramatic 1-0 victory and book their place in the Round of 16. Having reached the knockout stage for the first time in the nation’s history, Bafana Bafana produced another courageous display in Los Angeles but were denied by a late Stephen Eustaquio strike that shattered their dreams of extending an unforgettable tournament. The match began at a high tempo, with both sides aware that a place in the Round of 16 was at stake. South Africa looked the […]
Mahrez Brace Fires Algeria into World Cup Round of 32 as Desert Foxes Extend Africa’s Historic Run
Riyad Mahrez produced a captain’s performance with a sensational brace as Algeria secured their place in the Round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a thrilling 3-3 draw against Austria in their final Group J fixture at Kansas City Stadium. The Desert Foxes looked destined to claim a dramatic victory after Mahrez struck in stoppage time to complete his brace, only for Austria substitute Saša Kalajdžić to equalise with virtually the last kick of the match. While Algeria were denied all three points, the result was enough to send both nations into the knockout stages. Algeria’s qualification […]