Born in 1942 in Kisii County, Nyamau rose from humble beginnings to become one of Kenya’s sprinting greats during an era when long-distance running dominated the nation’s athletics scene. Alongside teammates Julius Sang, Robert Ouko, and Charles Asati, Nyamau helped Kenya clinch its first and only Olympic gold in the 4x400m relay—a victory that remains…
The Touching Story of Vincent Kagwi Kibe, the “Kaluma Boy” Who Moved Kenyans to Compassion Vincent Kagwi Kibe, popularly known as Kaluma Boy on TikTok, has captured the hearts of thousands of Kenyans through his emotional videos documenting his life while caring for his ailing father. The young content creator rose to fame after sharing…
Popular comedian and media personality Oga Obinna has shared a heartbreaking update on Mugithi artist Shalkido Ga Cucu, who was involved in a hit-and-run accident in the early hours of Sunday morning. According to Obinna, Shalkido sustained severe internal brain bleeding and a broken left leg after the accident. He was rushed to Kenyatta University…
Cloning, once a concept confined to science fiction, has evolved into a tangible and transformative field of biological science. The history of cloning dates back to the early 20th century when scientists first began exploring the mechanisms of cell division and reproduction. In 1902, German embryologist Hans Spemann conducted pioneering experiments by splitting salamander embryos,…
As the seventh round unfolded, fans were treated to a feast of narrow victories, dramatic comebacks, and title-race stirring results. The weekend kicked off in the south coast downpour at Bournemouth, where the Cherries overturned a 1–0 deficit to beat Fulham 3–1. Logan Sessegnon had fired Fulham ahead, but Bournemouth’s solution came via Antoine Semenyo….
When the news of the killing of Erastus Kirui Chemorei hit the headlines years ago, the country was made to believe he was in the police most wanted list. The police went to great lengths feeding the public with propaganda that he had been the architect of robberies and killings in Kitale. Chemorei was a…
On Saturday morning, anticipation was thick in the air around Stamford Bridge and Anfield alike. Chelsea hosted Liverpool in a showdown that promised sparks, while elsewhere Tottenham traveled to Leeds, and Manchester United welcomed Sunderland. The Chelsea–Liverpool match delivered drama: after a cagey first half, MoisĂ©s Caicedo broke the deadlock with a thunderous strike from…
Charles McArthur Ghankay Taylor, born on 27 January 1948 in Arthington, Liberia, rose from a turbulent youth to become one of the most controversial leaders in Africa. His father was an Americo-Liberian judge while his mother belonged to the Gola ethnic group, a mixed heritage that shaped his early life. After attending schools in Liberia,…
The 20th century witnessed two of the most destructive global conflicts in human history—World War I and World War II—events that forever changed the direction of politics, technology, and warfare. At the peak of the Second World War, in August 1945, the United States dropped two atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima and…
Liberia’s political history since independence in 1847 is a remarkable yet turbulent journey that reflects both the promise of self-rule and the challenges of nation-building. On July 26, 1847, Liberia became the first independent republic in Africa, established primarily by freed African Americans and formerly enslaved people resettled under the American Colonization Society. Joseph Jenkins…
