Gachagua demands removal of Jubaland forces after Mandera attack
Rigathi Gachagua has called for the immediate withdrawal of Jubaland forces from Kenyan territory following a deadly attack in Mandera County that left six people dead. In a statement issued on Monday, the former deputy president blamed the killings on what he described as illegal foreign fighters operating inside Kenya, warning that their presence threatens national security and territorial integrity. “Two days ago, we witnessed and received sad news from Northern Kenya, where we lost patriotic Kenyans in an act of aggression and incursion by Jubaland forces who continue to be on Kenyan soil illegally,” Gachagua said. He extended condolences […]
Nairobi City County Begins Search for Substantive County Secretary
The Johnson Sakaja administration has officially launched the recruitment process for a substantive County Secretary and Head of Public Service, marking the first time the position is being filled permanently during the governor’s tenure. The vacancy was advertised by the Nairobi County Public Service Board after the role had been held in an acting capacity for months. Currently, Housing and Urban Renewal Chief Officer Godfrey Atiel is serving as acting county secretary, having taken over from Planning Chief Officer Patrick Analo. According to the advertisement published in local newspapers, interested applicants have until May 28 to submit their applications. The […]
Safaricom and Huawei Unveil Kenya’s First Fully Connected Homes with Fibre to Every Room
Safaricom, in partnership with Huawei, has today announced the launch of Kenya’s first Fibre to the Room (FTTR) solution marking a major leap in home connectivity and setting a new benchmark for digital living. As Kenyan households become increasingly connected with multiple devices and high bandwidth applications running simultaneously, traditional broadband setups are no longer sufficient to meet evolving user demands. Safaricom’s new solution addresses this challenge by extending Fibre connectivity into every room of the home, delivering uninterrupted, ultra-fast, and low latency internet throughout. Unlike conventional Fibre to the Home which relies on a single router for Wi Fi […]
Safaricom and Huawei Unveil Kenya’s First Fully Connected Homes with Fibre to Every Room
Safaricom, in partnership with Huawei, has today announced the launch of Kenya’s first Fibre to the Room (FTTR) solution marking a major leap in home connectivity and setting a new benchmark for digital living. As Kenyan households become increasingly connected with multiple devices and high bandwidth applications running simultaneously, traditional broadband setups are no longer sufficient to meet evolving user demands. Safaricom’s new solution addresses this challenge by extending Fibre connectivity into every room of the home, delivering uninterrupted, ultra-fast, and low latency internet throughout. Unlike conventional Fibre to the Home which relies on a single router for Wi Fi […]
Fawzia Ali-Kimanthi, Safaricom Chief Consumer Business Officer, outlines major changes for Chapa Dimba 5.
Speaking to the media at the Jomo Kenyatta Stadium Mamboleo grounds in Kisumu at the official launch of Safaricom Chapa Dimba Season 5, Safaricom Chief Consumer Business Officer Fawzia Ali-Kimanthi outlined a series of major changes aimed at transforming youth football development in Kenya. The 5th edition of the competition is set to introduce new talent identification strategies, expanded use of technology and enhanced education support, all geared towards giving young footballers better opportunities both on and off the pitch. One of the biggest changes this season is the adjustment of the age bracket for participants. Previously, the tournament targeted […]
Chapa Dimba Launch Exhibition Matches Review: Derby Dramas & Stunning Comebacks
The official launch exhibition matches of the 5th edition of Safaricom Chapa Dimba delivered excitement, rivalry and unforgettable moments on Saturday as Kisumu hosted a thrilling day of youth football action at Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo. The boys’ exhibition fixtures brought together school football giants, community clubs and youth academy sides in a celebration of grassroots football, with fans treated to dramatic comebacks, tense penalty shootouts and intense derby battles that highlighted the growing quality of young talent across the country. The standout match of the day saw Kisumu Day High School, popularly known as Yuthe, face off against […]
Gachagua demands removal of Jubaland forces after Mandera attack
Rigathi Gachagua has called for the immediate withdrawal of Jubaland forces from Kenyan territory following a deadly attack in Mandera County that left six people dead. In a statement issued on Monday, the former deputy president blamed the killings on what he described as illegal foreign fighters operating inside Kenya, warning that their presence threatens national security and territorial integrity. “Two days ago, we witnessed and received sad news from Northern Kenya, where we lost patriotic Kenyans in an act of aggression and incursion by Jubaland forces who continue to be on Kenyan soil illegally,” Gachagua said. He extended condolences […]