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2018 World Cup: Nigeria inspired by Carl Ikeme to qualify for Russia
Nigeria face Cameroon in a World Cup qualifier on Monday, with their coach saying they are inspired to qualify for Russia 2018 by goalkeeper Carl Ikeme who is battling acute leukaemia.Nigeria can become the first African…
The psychology of black and why we’re scared of the dark
It can be hard to tell the difference between someone going to a funeral, preparing for the catwalk or simply taking a stroll in a big city. Each category can involve in an all-black ensemble.Over the past 50 to 100 years,…
UN calls emergency meeting after N Korea fires missile over Japan
Nuclear-armed North Korea fired a ballistic missile over Japan on Tuesday in a major escalation that triggered global alarm and a furious response from the government in Tokyo. A visibly unsettled Japanese Prime Minister…
On social media, privacy is no longer a personal choice
Some people might think that online privacy is a, well, private matter. If you don’t want your information getting out online, don’t put it on social media. Simple, right?But keeping your information private isn’t just…
The massive money in football transfers
Every summer, enormous amounts of money change hands as top football clubs vie for the best players. Here’s a rundown of how it all works.Each summer, hundreds of millions of dollars change hands as the world’s top football…
Plastic bags ban was long overdue, conservationists say
Conservationists have lauded the ban on plastic bags and vowed to lend their support to make it a success. The Green Belt Movement and Greenpeace Africa, in statements sent to newsrooms Monday, congratulated the State on the…
One mistake people make using public Wi-Fi
If I've said it once, I've said it a thousand times: Avoid doing anything you would not want anyone in the world to know on public Wi-Fi. You may think you're safe in that busy café or big-name hotel, but…
MP who could not afford suit set to be the youngest in the 12th Parliament
A 23 year old bachelor of education student is set to make history as the youngest ever MP to be elected in parliament.John Paul Mwirigi who vied as an independent candidate won Igembe South parliamentary seat by 19 980…
Facebook switches on 600 Wi-Fi hotspots in Kenyan towns
Facebook has switched on its low-cost Internet in more than 600 hotspots across the country since the launch of the service in March, the US tech giant has disclosed. Surf Kenya, Facebook’s local partner, says it has so far…
Rats Invade Buhari’s Office
Nigeria’s president will spend three months working from home after his office was damaged by rats. Muhammadu Buhari has just returned from three months in the UK, amid widespread concerns over his health.But government…
Floyd Mayweather v Conor McGregor: UFC champion wants to continue in MMA and boxing
UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor wants to continue both a mixed martial arts and boxing career after Saturday's super bout with Floyd Mayweather.Wednesday's final news conference at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas…
Rooney landmark 200th goal a ‘sweet moment’
Everton star Wayne Rooney said becoming only the second person to score 200 Premier League goals when he netted in the 1-1 draw with Manchester City on Monday was a sweet moment. The 31-year-old, who joined former England…
Why Do Your Ears Pop on Airplanes?
If you’ve ever felt pain in your ears during takeoff or landing, don’t worry: it’s perfectly normal. But there are a few ways to make an airplane journey more comfortable. Here’s what you need to know about ears and high…
Game over! Bale shows Man Utd why Madrid won’t sell him
The Welsh winger is wanted by Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford, while his place at Real has been under threat, but he's now fit, firing and staying put Gareth Bale is going nowhere. The Real Madrid forward has been the subject…
Grace Mugabe back in Zimbabwe amid SA assault claims
The wife of the Zimbabwean leader, Robert Mugabe, has returned home from South Africa, despite allegations of an assault at a hotel in Johannesburg.Grace Mugabe, 52, landed at Harare early on Sunday, Zimbabwean radio said.…
Holders DR Congo knocked out of CHAN by Congo Brazzaville
The African Nations Championship (CHAN) holders, the Democratic Republic of Congo, failed to qualify for the 2018 finals in Kenya following a shock elimination by Congo Brazzaville.DR Congo could only draw 1-1 with their…
Busquets calls for new signings to fill Neymar void
The Barcelona midfielder has admitted his team are lacking in offensive firepower after the Brazilian's departure.Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets has called on the club to bring in reinforcements in the aftermath of…
11 Tips for real life improvement
The purpose of living is to continuously go higher, and reach set goals and objectives. A human who fails to achieve something of a number of things until his passing is a failure. You must impact your world positively; that…
Caster Semenya seals 800m title and turns focus to world record bid
Caster Semenya claimed another global title when she won the world 800 metres gold on Sunday and after surging clear to record one minute 55.16 seconds she said she now has an eye on the world record.Francine Niyonsaba of…
Rwanda Filmmakers nominated for Global awards
Rwanda filmmakers Mr. Potential Kabarebe and Jean Baptiste Nyabyenda have been nominated for the 9th edition of ‘Focus on Ability’ Film Festival.The film festival that started accepting entrances from July 30 and ends on…
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