World Bank Group President Ajay Banga addresses delegates during the IDA for Africa Heads of State Summit at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, Kenya April 29, 2024. REUTERS/Monicah Mwangi/File Photo

World Bank Chief Anticipates Wealthy Nations Fulfilling African Aid Appeals

World Bank President Ajay Banga expressed confidence that donor countries will fulfill African leaders’ plea for significant contributions to a low-interest facility aimed at supporting developing nations. Ajay Banga said that these contributions are not merely handouts but strategic investments in the future. In a conference on Monday, African heads of state urged wealthy nations…

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Kiambu: Over 30 Youths Arrested At Paradiso Bar.

Police in Kiambaa Sub County have arrested over 30 youths who were found at unlicensed Paradiso Bar consuming sub-standard liquor deemed unsafe for human consumption. Confirming the incident, Kiambaa Sub County Deputy County Commissioner Geoffrey Taragon stated that the bar, known as Paradiso Bar, is under suspicion for selling sub-standard liquor deemed unsafe for human…

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Paddy Madden scored another hat-trick to confirm Stockport as champions

Football Transfer News

Transfer News: Manchester United are willing to let former France defender Raphael Varane, 31, leave for free when his contract expires this summer. Barcelona are looking to strengthen their attacking options with Liverpool and Colombia striker Luis Diaz, 27, being one of their targets, while the Reds are “losing patience” with his performances. Cameroon defender…

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Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja in his office during a past meeting. PHOTO | COURTESY

UDA Party Grassroots Elections Marred by Voter Identification Issues

The UDA Party Grassroots elections encountered voter identification issues. The party witnessed the commencement of its grassroots elections across several counties, albeit overshadowed by confusion stemming from voter identification complications in certain regions and delayed starts in others. In the capital, Nairobi, a notable portion of voters encountered obstacles as only a fraction received identification…

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