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African nations can’t ‘adapt’ to the climate crisis. Here’s what rich countries must do

There are 37 million people facing starvation in the Horn of Africa. Time for wealthier countries to adopt ‘loss and damage finance’, says climate activist Vanessa Nakate

The Guardian - UK

Africa facing climate impact 'nightmare': Kenyan president

Sharm el Sheikh (Egypt) (AFP) - The crushing impacts of climate change are already a "living nightmare" for people across Africa, Kenyan President William Ruto told world leaders at UN talks on Monday.

AFP

Kenya Airways pilots strike over benefits, stopping flights

Pilots working for Kenya’s national airline have been on strike for three days over a demand to honor a retirement savings plan, and it is estimated to be costing millions of dollars in losses daily

The Independent UK

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Military leaders of Ethiopia warring parties talk disarmament

Nairobi (AFP) - Ethiopian government officials met with representatives of the Tigrayan authorities in Kenya on Monday to discuss plans for disarming the rebels following a peace deal signed last week between the warring sides.

AFP

Chebet and Lokedi of Kenya win NYC Marathon races in debuts

NEW YORK — You never forget your first, and surely Sharon Lokedi will never forget her latest Sunday morning in Manhattan. The 28-year-old Kenyan woman, who lives in Arizona, won her first New York City Marathon in her first try, taking home the title in 2 hours, 23 minutes, 23…

Newsday

Chebet, Lokedi claim New York wins as Kenya seals marathon sweep

New York (AFP) - Evans Chebet completed a brilliant Kenyan clean sweep of the world's major marathons on Sunday with a superb victory in the New York marathon as compatriot Sharon Lokedi took the women's crown in her first race over the distance.

AFP

Kenya govt threatens striking pilots with disciplinary action

Nairobi (AFP) - Pilots on strike at Kenya Airways will face disciplinary action if they don't return to work immediately, the government said Sunday, with thousands of passengers stranded for a second day after dozens of fresh flight cancellations.

AFP

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Lokedi of Kenya wins NYC Marathon women's race in her debut

Sharon Lokedi of Kenya has won the New York City Marathon women’s race in her debut at the event

The Independent UK

'It's not about the colour of your skin anymore': Socceroos defender Thomas Deng wants to use the Qatar World Cup to open Australian football's doors

As the first South Sudanese refugee to represent Australia alongside childhood friend Awer Mabil, Thomas Deng represents the changing face of the Socceroos — and of the country.

ABC News

Pilot strike disrupts Kenya Airways flights

Nairobi (AFP) - Kenya Airways pilots went on strike Saturday, grounding nearly two dozen flights and stranding thousands of passengers, exacerbating woes facing the beleaguered carrier.

AFP

Kenya Airways flights disrupted due to pilot strike

Nairobi (AFP) - Kenya Airways flights were disrupted Saturday as a strike by its pilots demanding better working conditions grounded over a dozen planes, affecting thousands of passengers, the country's transport minister said.

AFP

‘We’ve got to win three games in Dubai’: US Eagles face last Rugby World Cup chance

If the Americans are to avoid missing the finals for the first time since 1995, Bryce Campbell’s team must beat Kenya, Hong Kong and Portugal on successive weekends

The Guardian - US

Passengers stranded as Kenya Airways' pilots strike

Kenya Airways on Saturday warned its striking pilots they could be dismissed if they do not return to work immediately as industrial action led to the cancellation of dozens of flights and left thousands of passengers stranded.

Reuters

Hundreds of animals die in Kenyan wildlife preserves amid region’s worst drought in decades

Hundreds of animals, including elephants and endangered Grevy’s zebras, have died in Kenyan wildlife preserves during East Africa's worst drought in decades, according to a report released Friday.

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Amnesty International demands urgent help for survivors of sexual violence in Tigray

Following the truce deal between Ethiopia's government and Tigray forces, the country looks ahead to peace and reconciliation. But as Amnesty International researcher Donatella Rovera warns, many women were subject to horrific attacks and not enough is being done to make sure they get justice. Also, ahead of the opening…

AFP

Chebet, Korir eye Kenyan sweep at New York Marathon

New York (AFP) - Defending champion Albert Korir and compatriot Evans Chebet are targeting an unprecedented Kenyan sweep as they prepare to duel at the New York Marathon on Sunday.

Reuters

Kenya opposition asks regional court to overturn election

A leading Kenya opposition figure has petitioned the East African Court of Justice to overturn President William Ruto's August election victory, a win that drew legal challenges but was upheld by the country's top court.

Radio France Internationale

S3,EP1: Nigeria post-strike, Kenya health disorders, Sudan women on bikes

This week, Africa Calling podcast brings you audio-rich stories and voices from the African continent with our African correspondents. In Nigeria, students and their parents are dealing with the after-effects of an eight-month public university strike. In Kenya, mothers in poor areas look for help in managing their children's health…

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The Independent UK

Hundreds of elephants, zebras die as Kenya weathers drought

A new report says hundreds of animals have died in Kenyan widlife preserves during East Africa’s worst drought in decades

France 24

Fintech in Africa: 'It's the next frontier, if not the last frontier'

Fintech startups increased in value by more than 80 per cent across Africa last year, led by strong performances in South Africa, Nigeria and Kenya. Funding for these firms has more than doubled in the first six months of this year, with over 640 tech hubs now in operation across…

Dublin Live

Dublin dad 'ecstatic' to have baby triplets home in Ireland after debacle in Kenya

Edward O’Reilly and his partner’s three daughters Kamila, Briella, and Renesmea were born prematurely on September 1

The Conversation

What is beatification? How the Catholic church determines the path to sainthood

On 5 November 2022, the Catholic Church will formally recognise Sister Maria Carola Cechin (1877-1925) as “Blessed”. The Italian-born nun spent two decades serving in Kenya.

AFP

Pilot strike adds to Kenya Airways woes

Nairobi (AFP) - Pilots at Kenya Airways plan to go on strike from Saturday to seek better working conditions in defiance of a court order, adding to woes facing the troubled national carrier.

Reuters

Kenya Airways pilots to give decision on strike after govt plea to call it off

Kenya Airways PLC's pilots union will give its final decision later tonight on whether to begin a strike on Saturday after the government urged them to it call off, the transport minister said on Friday.

Irish Mirror

Dad 'ecstatic' to have baby triplets home in Ireland after debacle costing thousands

The Dubliner raced to Nairobi after the babies were born prematurely

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