Kenya’s Digital Ambition Take Centre Stage as Decode 4.0 Summit Kicks Off in Nairobi
Kenya’s push to cement its position as a regional technology powerhouse gathered momentum today with the opening of the three-day Safaricom Engineering Summit – Decode in Nairobi. Convened by Safaricom in partnership with Microsoft, Google, Dell Technologies, and Huawei, the summit will bring together developers, innovators, and global tech leaders to shape the country’s next phase of digital growth. Held under the theme Made for Kenya, this year’s summit celebrates the ingenuity, creativity and resilience that has positioned Kenya as a leader in technology and digital innovation from mobile-first platforms to inclusive digital ecosystems while bringing together the architects of […]
Prove Your Majority, Oburu Tells ODM Rebels
Oburu Odinga has challenged dissenting members of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to demonstrate their political strength within party structures instead of publicly opposing decisions. Speaking at the ODM Special National Delegates Convention held at Jamhuri Grounds, Oburu emphasised that the party operates on democratic principles where decisions are made through established organs. “We are a democratic party… when you are a leader in any structure, you must go by the cardinal principles of democracy,” he said. He noted that while minority opinions are allowed, final decisions must reflect the will of the majority. “The minority will have its say […]
Tribunal Sends ODM–Sifuna Dispute Back to Party Structures
The Political Parties Disputes Tribunal (PPDT) has directed Edwin Sifuna and the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to resolve their dispute internally before pursuing further legal action. In a ruling delivered on Thursday, the tribunal instructed both parties to utilise ODM’s Internal Dispute Resolution Mechanism (IDRM) and engage in the process in good faith. “The complainant and the first respondent shall attempt to resolve the dispute through the party’s IDRM mechanisms,” the tribunal ordered. As part of the directive, the tribunal also barred ODM from forwarding Sifuna’s removal as Secretary General to the Registrar of Political Parties until internal efforts to […]
Kenya’s Digital Ambition Take Centre Stage as Decode 4.0 Summit Kicks Off in Nairobi
Kenya’s push to cement its position as a regional technology powerhouse gathered momentum today with the opening of the three-day Safaricom Engineering Summit – Decode in Nairobi. Convened by Safaricom in partnership with Microsoft, Google, Dell Technologies, and Huawei, the summit will bring together developers, innovators, and global tech leaders to shape the country’s next phase of digital growth. Held under the theme Made for Kenya, this year’s summit celebrates the ingenuity, creativity and resilience that has positioned Kenya as a leader in technology and digital innovation from mobile-first platforms to inclusive digital ecosystems while bringing together the architects of […]
IFAB Cracks Down on Player Conduct with New Red Card Rules Ahead of 2026 World Cup
World football’s law-makers have taken a firm stand on discipline and conduct, approving a series of changes that could significantly reshape player behaviour on the pitch ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. At a Special Meeting in Vancouver, Canada, the International Football Association Board (IFAB), in collaboration with FIFA, unanimously backed new amendments targeting discriminatory and inappropriate actions during matches. The decisions reflect a growing push within the game to promote respect, transparency, and accountability. One of the most notable changes centres on players covering their mouths during confrontations. Under the new guidelines, competition organisers will have the discretion […]
FIFA, CAF Step In as FKF Leadership Crisis Deepens Amid Power Struggle
The escalating leadership crisis at Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has now drawn the attention of global football authorities, with FIFA confirming it is working alongside Confederation of African Football to assess the unfolding situation. In a formal communication dated April 26, 2026 and addressed to FKF National Executive Committee (NEC) members, FIFA acknowledged the controversial resolution reportedly passed on April 24 that sought to compel FKF President Hussein Rashid Mohammed, NEC member Abdullahi Yussuf Ibrahim, and Acting General Secretary Dennis Gicheru to step aside. “We wish to inform you that FIFA, in coordination with CAF, is currently assessing this matter […]
Mashemeji Derby Delivers as Gor Mahia Edge Leopards to Tighten Grip on Title Race
The 99th Mashemeji Derby lived up to its billing as a packed Nyayo National Stadium hosted a spectacle that blended football, culture, and fierce rivalry into one unforgettable afternoon. From a sea of blue and white to waves of green and white, fans of AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia turned up in massive numbers, creating an electric atmosphere long before kickoff. The occasion carried enormous weight. Leopards were chasing a historic double over their rivals, while Gor Mahia arrived wounded from a poor run and determined to avenge their first-leg defeat. With the title race hanging in the balance and […]