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Kenya is celebrating yet another remarkable international achievement after Riara Springs Girls' High School emerged the winner of the TeenEagle Global Finals Talent Showcase held in the United Kingdom. The victory saw a team of eight talented students outshine competitors from across the world with a performance that showcased creativity, teamwork, confidence, communication and innovation. The school's success was hailed as a testament to Kenya's Competency-Based Education (CBE), which equips learners with practical skills beyond the classroom. Celebrating the achievement, proud parent Rose Wanja expressed immense joy after her daughter, Alyssa Luciel, affectionately known as "Wakili," was among the eight girls who represented Kenya on the global stage. Wanja described the victory as a deeply personal milestone, saying seeing her daughter featured on the official TeenEagle English Competition Facebook page and helping Kenya secure the global title fil...

 WildlifeDirect has called for an independent investigation and sweeping reforms to Kenya's pesticide regulatory system following the deaths of at least 15 elephants in the Amboseli ecosystem, warning that the tragedy exposes a broader public health and environmental crisis. The conservation organisation said the suspected cyanide poisoning of the elephants is not only a devastating loss for wildlife but also a clear indication that Kenya's pesticide governance, regulatory oversight, and enforcement mechanisms require urgent strengthening. WildlifeDirect Chief Executive Officer Dr. Paula Kahumbu said the incident raises serious concerns about whether hazardous chemicals are also contaminating food consumed by people and livestock. "If toxic chemicals are capable of entering crops consumed by elephants, we must ask whether farmers, farm workers, neighbouring communities, livestock, and consumers are being adequately protected," she said. According to prelim...

 Rose Wanja is celebrating after her daughter, Alyssa Luciel, affectionately known as "Wakili," was part of the Kenyan team that emerged winners of the Talent Showcase at the TeenEagle Global Finals in the United Kingdom. The eight-member team from Riara Springs Girls' High School delivered an outstanding performance, earning Kenya the top honor on the global stage. Their victory highlighted the power of teamwork, creativity, communication, collaboration and confidence among young learners. In a heartfelt message, Rose Wanja described the achievement as deeply personal, saying watching her daughter represent Kenya internationally and feature on the official TeenEagle English Competition social media platforms filled her with immense pride. She praised the school's leadership, Principal Mrs. Mulinge, teachers Mr. Mutwiri and Ms. Lissah, for nurturing learners beyond academics and providing opportunities that allow students to showcase their talents on the ...

Alyssa Luciel, daughter of Rose Wanja student at Riara Springs Girls' High School emerge victorious at the TeenEagle Global Finals Talent Showcase in the United Kingdom.  Alyssa was among eight talented students who represented Kenya in the prestigious international English competition, delivering an outstanding performance that saw their school crowned global champions.  The victory showcased the students' creativity, communication, collaboration and confidence while highlighting the impact of Competency-Based Education (CBE).  Rose Wanja expressed immense pride in her daughter's achievement, describing it as a dream come true and commending the school's leadership, Principal Mrs. Mulinge, and teachers Mr. Mutwiri and Ms. Lissah for nurturing learners beyond the classroom.  She also encouraged parents to support their children's participation in global competitions, saying such opportunities help young people discover their talents, build c...

More than 2,000 Wiper Party delegates from across Mwingi West Constituency have unanimously endorsed Eng. Jonathan Ngenga's bid for the Mwingi West parliamentary seat ahead of the 2027 General Election. During a series of consultative meetings held over the weekend, the delegates pledged their full support for Ngenga's candidature, describing him as a capable leader committed to advancing the constituency's development agenda. The meetings also reaffirmed the delegates' unwavering support for Wiper Party Leader Stephen Kalonzo Musyoka and his 2027 presidential bid. The consultative forums focused on strengthening the Wiper Party's grassroots structures, enhancing mobilization efforts, and laying strategies for the upcoming General Election. Participants emphasized the importance of unity within the party, saying a coordinated approach would be key to securing victory in 2027. The delegates resolved to intensify grassroots campaigns across Mwingi West, ex...

 Safaricom has launched PATA MORE, a new customer-focused campaign aimed at delivering greater value across its connectivity, M-PESA and digital services for individuals, households and businesses. The campaign introduces enhanced data bundles, improved M-PESA services, faster fibre internet and new business solutions designed to make digital services more affordable and convenient. Under the new offers, customers will now receive 250MB of data for KSh20, up from 150MB, 1.5GB for KSh99, up from 1GB, and 21.5GB on the KSh1,000 monthly data bundle, more than double the previous allocation of 10GB. PATA MORE also brings significant improvements to Pochi la Biashara, with free Pochi transactions increased from KSh100 to KSh200 under the new Pochi Kadogo initiative. Transaction fees above KSh200 will be capped at KSh50 for the next 90 days. Customers will also enjoy faster payments through Scan and Tap to Pay, simplifying merchant checkouts. For small businesses, Safaricom h...