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17/08/2025

Morocco defeat DR Congo 3-1 to reach quarter-finals, join hosts Kenya

Two-time champions Morocco have secured their place in the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) PAMOJA 2024 with a 3-1 victory over DR Congo at the Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Sunday.

NAIROBI, Kenya — Two-time champions Morocco have secured their place in the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN)

17/08/2025

Kenya’s Harambee Stars defeat Zambia 1-0 to reach quarter-finals

Kenya’s Harambee Stars secured a crucial 1-0 victory against Zambia’s Chipolopolo in their final African Nations Championship (CHAN) Group A match at Kasarani Stadium, booking their place in the quarter-finals and extending their unbeaten run in the tournament.

Kenya’s Harambee Stars defeated Zambia 1-0 in a decisive CHAN Group A clash at Kasarani Stadium, with Ryan Ogam’s strike sealing top spot and a historic quarter-final berth against Madagascar.

15/08/2025

Kenya has made a historic debut at the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, securing a place in the quarterfinals with a game to spare. The Harambee Stars’ strong performance in Group A has cemented their spot in the knockout stage. https://www.vividvoicenews.com/2025/08/15/harambee-stars-make-history-storm-into-chan-2024-quarterfinals-with-game-to-spare/

Kenya’s Harambee Stars have made a historic debut at CHAN 2024, qualifying for the quarterfinals with a game to spare after victories over DR Congo and Morocco.

14/08/2025

Two-time champions DR Congo have taken a significant stride toward the quarter-finals of the TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) PAMOJA 2024 with a composed 2-0 victory over Angola. https://www.vividvoicenews.com/2025/08/14/dr-congo-beat-angola-2-0-to-edge-closer-to-chan-2024-quarter-finals/

DR Congo edged closer to the CHAN PAMOJA 2024 quarter-finals with a dominant 2-0 win over Angola, thanks to second-half headers from Jephté Kitambala and Jonathan Mokonzi. The Leopards now face Morocco in a decisive Group A clash.

14/08/2025

BBC defends Nakuru child s*x trade exposé after Murkomen’s ‘hoax’ allegations

The BBC has issued a defense of its investigation into child s*xual exploitation in Kenya, following accusations by the Kenyan government that the BBC Eye documentary ‘Madams: Exposing Kenya’s Child S*x Trade’ was a “hoax.”

The BBC has defended its Africa Eye documentary on child s*xual exploitation in Nakuru, Kenya, after Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen dismissed it as a “hoax.” The exposé, which uncovered the trafficking of girls as young as 13, has sparked heated debate over Kenya’s child protection effo...

14/08/2025

US accuses Ruto’s government of eroding human rights in Kenya

The United States government has voiced significant concern over what it identifies as a deterioration in Kenya’s human rights situation during 2024. A new report from the U.S. Department of State cites instances of unlawful killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and restrictions on media freedoms.

The United States government raises concerns over Kenya’s human rights record in 2024, citing unlawful killings, enforced disappearances, torture, and media restrictions under President William Ruto’s administration, particularly during the Gen Z protests.

14/08/2025

M-Pesa Global’s broken promise: When ‘instant’ transfers turn into a 72-hour nightmare

For many Kenyans with family, friends, or business partners in Uganda, mobile money has long been the go-to lifeline for urgent cross-border transactions. Whether paying school fees, settling supplier bills, or sending emergency funds, Safaricom’s M-PESA Global service — linked to MTN Uganda’s Mobile Money platform — promises fast, seamless transfers.

But for a growing number of customers, the service is falling short. Instead of the near-instant delivery mobile money is known for, some users say funds vanish into a digital void — deducted from the sender’s account but never reaching the recipient.

The common outcome? A standard customer service message: “Your money will be reversed within 72 hours.”

Safaricom’s M-PESA Global, linked to MTN Uganda’s Mobile Money, promises instant cross-border transfers — but delays of up to 72 hours are leaving Kenyans and Ugandans stranded. Discover why the service is failing and the urgent calls for accountability.

14/08/2025

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has issued a strong rebuttal to a front-page headline by The Standard newspaper linking him, along with other former Governors, to a narrative on “devolved .”

Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko has denounced The Standard newspaper headline linking him to corruption, citing acquittals in past cases and vowing legal action against what he calls “irresponsible reporting.”

14/08/2025

NAVIO set to make music history with Orchestra Concert featuring Burna Boy, Wizkid, and more

East African hip-hop legend Navio will headline a historic Orchestra Concert on October 4 at Serena Kampala Hotel, blending Ugaflow with symphonic arrangements and featuring African and global stars including Burna Boy, Wizkid, Sarkodie, and Keith Sweat. https://www.vividvoicenews.com/2025/08/14/navio-set-to-make-music-history-with-orchestra-concert-featuring-burna-boy-wizkid-and-more/

East African hip-hop legend Navio will headline a historic Orchestra Concert on October 4 at Serena Kampala Hotel, blending Ugaflow with symphonic arrangements and featuring African and global stars including Burna Boy, Wizkid, Sarkodie, and Keith Sweat.

14/08/2025

Africa’s organic farming crossroads: Tradition vs the GMO push

Across Africa, organic farming rooted in tradition is under threat from the GMO push. This article explores its benefits, challenges, and the policies needed to protect biodiversity, food sovereignty, and smallholder livelihoods.

14/08/2025

Former Deputy President and DCP Party leader Rigathi Gachagua cuts US tour short amidst political firestorm and DCI summons

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has abruptly ended his U.S. tour to return to Kenya for upcoming by-elections, following explosive allegations against President William Ruto over alleged ties to the RSF and Al-Shabaab, and a DCI summons to record a statement.

13/08/2025

Uganda’s opposition battles Museveni over law restoring military trials for civilians

Uganda’s largest opposition party has initiated a legal challenge in the constitutional court, seeking to nullify a recently enacted law that re-establishes the authority of military tribunals to try civilians.

Uganda’s largest opposition party has petitioned the constitutional court to overturn a new law restoring military trials for civilians, challenging President Yoweri Museveni’s stance amid concerns over fair justice and political repression.

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