Author: Lorine Otamo

Kenya’s passport has been ranked as the seventh most powerful in Africa and the 67th in the world by the Henley Passport Index. This means that Kenyan passport holders can travel to 76 countries without a visa or with a visa on arrival. This is a significant improvement from the previous ranking, where Kenya was ranked 8th in Africa and 73rd in the world. The improvement is due to Kenya’s recent decision to waive visa requirements for citizens of several countries, including South Africa, Comoros, Djibouti, and Eritrea. The ranking of Kenya’s passport is a positive sign for the country’s…

As the back-to-school season comes, parents are preparing for the excitement and challenges of getting their children ready for another term of learning. This time of the year generally brings a long list of obligations, from acquiring uniforms and textbooks to settling tuition fees. The financial strain can be overwhelming. Fortunately, Absa Bank is ready to lend a hand with its Buy Now Lipa Pole Pole (BNPL) credit card option, which provides a quick and flexible alternative for parents. The innovative and user-friendly card allows parents to spread the cost of back-to-school purchases and school fee payments in a structured…

BioNTech, a German pharmaceutical company, announced on Monday that it had completed a key step in establishing its first vaccine production hub in Africa. The aim is to increase access to mRNA vaccines on the continent. “Africa will have one of the most advanced manufacturing facilities in the world,” Ugur Sahin, BioNTech co-founder and chief executive officer, said. “The real success factor in today’s milestone is trust and cooperation.” President Kagame pic.twitter.com/rFvNK2vtSR — Presidency | Rwanda (@UrugwiroVillage) December 19, 2023 The company has set up a production unit in Kigali, Rwanda, using recycled shipping containers. The unit covers 35,000 square…

Kenyan stars Faith Kipyegon and Kelvin Kiptum were among the six athletes honoured at the recently revamped 2023 World Athletics Awards gala held in Monaco, France.  The new format saw winners categorized based on their specific disciplines: track, field events, and out-of-stadium events, instead of the traditional single male and female athlete of the year awards. Kipyegon, a double Olympic champion in the 1500m, claimed the Female Athlete of the Year award for track events. Faith Kipyegon 🗣️ “Wow I’m so proud of myself. To achieve what I achieved this year was magnificent. It was a dream come true.” The…

Uganda emerged victorious in the 2023 CECAFA U-18 Boys Championship final, securing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Kenya in extra time. The closely contested match saw both teams display remarkable skill and determination, with Uganda’s resilience shining through in extra time. This victory marks a significant achievement for Uganda, solidifying its prowess in youth football within the Eastern and Central regions. Following intense competition between Uganda and Kenya, the regular time concluded with a 1-1 draw. The turning point came in the 78th minute when Uganda managed to level the score, setting the stage for an exhilarating conclusion to the…

Kenya’s Junior Stars are intensifying their training in readiness for the upcoming CECAFA U-18 2023 Boys Championship. The tournament, scheduled to run from November 25th to December 9th, 2023, will be held in Kisumu and Kakamega counties in Kenya. Kenya is in Group A alongside formidable competitors Sudan, Rwanda, Somalia and Djibouti. Group B, on the other hand, comprises Tanzania, Zanzibar, South Sudan and Uganda. The stage is set for a thrilling competition, with Kisumu hosting all Group A matches and Kakamega County staging all Group B encounters. Auka Gecheo, CECAFA Executive Director, has expressed satisfaction that Sudan, despite facing…