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Beads, felt and bark are turned into masterpieces at Smithsonian Folklife Festival

This summer, artisans from Kenya, Mongolia and Uganda shared the story of their centuries-old traditional crafts — including the art of "barkcloth," declared a UNESCO world heritage "masterpiece."

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Kenya rejects blame over Omanyala US visa debacle

Nairobi (AFP) - Kenyan authorities have rejected blame over a US visa hitch that may have robbed African 100-metre champion Ferdinand Omanyala of a chance of a medal at the World Championships in Oregon.

AFP

Inflation is rising in Kenya: here's why, and how to fix it

Inflation has hit many countries recently, from the United States to Sri Lanka.

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Why sexual and reproductive law for east African countries is being resisted

Six of the countries of the East African Community – Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania – recently concluded public hearings on a new sexual and reproductive health bill. Proponents of the bill argue that it will improve access to sexual and reproductive health which, in turn, will…

The Conversation

El-Bakkali ends Kenya reign with steeplechase gold

Eugene (United States) (AFP) - Olympic champion Soufiane El-Bakkali of Morocco produced a tactical masterclass to storm to victory in the men’s 3000m steeplechase at the World Athletics Championships in Oregon on Monday.

AFP

Thai women dominate Pattaya Marathon 2022

PATTAYA, CHON BURI: Three Thai women swept the Pattaya Marathon 2022 held at this seaside resort town on Sunday morning, while a Thai man came third in the men's category after a Kenyan and a Russian.

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U.S. doesn't rule out more comprehensive trade negotiations with Kenya -official

The United States has not ruled out more comprehensive trade negotiations with Kenya after launching a strategic trade and investment partnership with the African country on Thursday, Deputy U.S. Trade Representative Sarah Bianchi told Reuters.

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Somalia, Kenya ink deals on khat, aviation as relations warm

The presidents of Somalia and Kenya signed a range of deals on Friday, including one to restart trade of the stimulant khat, the countries' foreign ministers said, in a sign of improving diplomatic relations.

Reuters

Tokyo to Host 2025 World Athletics Championships

The 2025 World Athletics Championships will return to Tokyo, the sport's global governing body announced Thursday. The World Athletics Council confirmed that Tokyo would stage the championships for the second time after beating out competition from Kenya, Poland and Singapore, AFP said. It means Tokyo's Olympic Stadium will get the…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Kenya's election promises: an economist's perspective

Kenya has four presidential candidates in the August 2022 general election. They recently launched their manifestos and one thing ties them together: the economy.

The Conversation

Country Queen: first Netflix series to be produced in Kenya hits the screen

Streaming company’s family drama marks shift from locally made ‘edutainment’ to shows that reflect complex realities of Kenyan life

The Guardian - UK

U.S., Kenya launch non-tariff trade and investment partnership talks

The United States and Kenya on Thursday launched a strategic trade and investment partnership to pursue commitments to boost economic growth, support African regional economic integration and deepen trade cooperation.

Reuters

Omanyala gets last minute visa reprieve for Worlds

Nairobi (AFP) - Africa's fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala on Thursday said he would compete in the World Athletics Championships in Oregon after being granted a last-minute visa to travel to the United States.

AFP

Tennis star Ons Jabeur returns home to Tunisia to cheering crowd

In tonight's edition: The cost of climate adaptation for some African nations could be more than five times the amount they currently spend on healthcare. A report by the development agency Tearfund looked at 11 countries on the continent as poorer nations struggle to respond to the climate emergency. Meanwhile,…

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Autosport Podcast: WRC Rally Estonia preview

The World Rally Championship heads from Kenya's car-breaking roads to the ultra-fast, smooth and undulating gravel stages of Rally Estonia this weekend for round seven of the 2022 season.

Autosport

Fix found to resolve M-Sport WRC engine fire issue

M-Sport team principal Richard Millener is confident a fix has been found to avoid a repeat of the engine fire that ended Sebastien Loeb's Safari Rally Kenya podium hopes.

Reuters

Why world's first malaria shot won't reach millions of children who need it

After decades of work, the World Health Organization endorsed the first-ever malaria vaccine last year - a historic milestone that promised to drive back a disease that kills a child every minute.

AFP

Africa's fastest man Omanyala is on a sprint mission for Kenya

Nairobi (AFP) - Africa's fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala is on a mission to put sprinting on the map in Kenya, a country where the long-distance runner is king.

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On the street and online: social media becomes key to protest in Kenya

As elections near amid soaring debt and a cost-of-living crisis, grassroots activists are turning to social media to propel change

AFP

Olympic marathon champion Jepchirchir to miss worlds with injury

Nairobi (AFP) - Kenya's Olympic marathon champion Peres Jepchirchir said on Monday she will miss the World Athletics Championships beginning this week.

Zenger

Extremely Remote: Woman Saves Up Thousands Traveling Worldwide While Working A New York City Job

“I did a month in Guatemala, realized how easy it was, and a lot of people I met told me you can stay in co-working hostels."

AFP

Deysel's Namibia 'leave everything on field' to reach Rugby World Cup

Aix-en-Provence (France) (AFP) - Namibia captain Johan Deysel said his side "left everything on the field" as they reached the 2023 Rugby World Cup thanks to Sunday's 36-0 win over Kenya in Aix-en-Provence.

AFP

Conradie hat-trick takes Namibia to Rugby World Cup

Aix-en-Provence (France) (AFP) - Flanker Wian Conradie scored three times as Namibia reached the 2023 Rugby World Cup thanks to Sunday's 36-0 win over Kenya in Aix-en-Provence.

Radio France Internationale

It’s a long, weary ride for refugees who make it to Kenya

For many refugees in eastern Africa, Kenya is home – with UNHCR figures showing that more than half a million live in the country. While Kenya is the final destination for many, it is also the beginning of an odyssey of paperwork.

Radio France Internationale

Are Kenya's cotton farmers being sacrificed in war against GMOs?

It is harvest time in Kenya, and Joseph Thika has had to hire workers to help him harvest his cotton crop. Joseph is happy that his genetically modified plants matured faster this year, compared to the variety he used in the past. Kenya is counting on this solution to revive…

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