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  1. July 2026
  2. The Standard

    A 52-year-old caregiver was among the dead, police said Friday, but it remains unclear how many children were killed.Algeria's President Abdelmadjid Tebboune posted online Thursday that "several children" had died.

    Deadly Algeria orphanage fire caused by air conditioner, police say
  3. Citizen Digital

    Orphanage fire kills 11 as Algeria struggles in heatwave By AFP July 16, 2026 02:24 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter This file photo shows Algerian firemen extinguishing a fire in the town of Ghardaia, 600 k

    Orphanage fire kills 11 as Algeria struggles in heatwave
  4. Citizen Digital

    The Starlets open their Group A campaign against hosts Morocco on July 26 before facing Senegal on July 30 and Algeria on August 3.

    WAFCON could be career-changer, says Harambee Starlets keeper Kundu
  5. Citizen Digital

    The Starlets begin their Group A campaign against hosts Morocco on 26 July before facing Senegal and Algeria.

    Harambee Starlets eye strong WAFCON campaign after 'strong' backing
  6. Citizen Digital

    cement: 'Mid Article Thumbnails', target_type: 'mix' }); The squad is scheduled to fly out to France on Wednesday to fine-tune their claws before heading to Morocco for their second-ever Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (AWCON) appearance, where they are set to face Senegal, Algeria

    Gov’t clears Harambee Starlets allowances ahead of AWCON campaign
  7. Citizen Digital

    Kenya will open their 2026 campaign against hosts Morocco on July 26 before facing Senegal on July 30 and Algeria on August 3, with Odemba targeting a place in the semi-finals and qualification for the FIFA Women's World Cup.

    Harambee Starlets jet off for France camp ahead of WAFCON
  8. Capital News

    The State Department for Trade is also pursuing new export opportunities in Japan, Algeria, Kazakhstan and other emerging markets.

    Kenya Ships First Premium Coffee Consignment To Italy As Export Diversification Gains Pace
  9. The Standard

    The Starlets will begin their final preparations in France before travelling to Morocco for the tournament, where they are scheduled to face hosts Morocco, Senegal and Algeria in the group stage as they seek to make history with a strong continental campaign.

    Govt confirms Sh10 M payout to Harambee Starlets ahead of WAFCON campaign
  10. Citizen Digital

    The Harambee Starlets will fly out to France for final training camp before flying to Morocco to begin their group stage campaign in Group A, where they are scheduled to face Morocco, Senegal and Algeria.

    Optimistic Odemba backs Kenya's bid to host WAFCON 2028
  11. Citizen Digital

    Messi won his 200th cap for the Albiceleste in the group-stage victory against Algeria and dreams of leading his country to the final once again.

    Messi meets England at last with World Cup final place on the line
World & Region

Algeria severs diplomatic ties with UAE over hostile acts

The News

Algeria's foreign ministry announced it is severing diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates, citing "provocative or hostile" acts and warning it had exhausted efforts to preserve bilateral relations. The UAE's ambassador was summoned and given 48 hours to comply, though neither country provided specific details on the underlying dispute.

20 hours ago · Capital News

Yesterday

  1. Algeria severs diplomatic ties with UAE over hostile acts

    Algeria's foreign ministry announced it is severing diplomatic ties with the United Arab Emirates, citing "provocative or hostile" acts and warning it had exhausted efforts to preserve bilateral relations. The UAE's ambassador was summoned and given 48 hours to comply, though neither country provided specific details on the underlying dispute.

    20 hours ago · Capital News

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Kenya's Wafalme Stars target podium finish at African volleyball championship

    Kenya's men's volleyball team, Wafalme Stars, will compete at the 2026 CAVB Men's African Nations Volleyball Championship in Tunisia from September 13 to 26, aiming to finish among the top three teams to secure a place at next year's FIVB Men's World Championship in Poland.

    8 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Saturday 5 September

  1. Cherotich and Wanyonyi win at Brussels Diamond League finals

    World champions Faith Cherotich and Emmanuel Wanyonyi claimed victories on the opening night of the Diamond League finals in Brussels, Belgium, with Cherotich setting a meeting record of 8:51.61 in the women's 3,000m steeplechase and Kenyan teammate Doris Lemngole finishing second.

    5 September 2026 · The Standard

Friday 4 September

  1. Malkia Strikers lose African volleyball final to Egypt 3-0

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers were defeated 3-0 by Egypt in the final of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena in Nairobi, ending Kenya's bid for an 11th African title and denying them the automatic qualification to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

    4 September 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 3 September

  1. Diamond League finals day one: five standout events

    Armand Duplantis and Jamaica's Oblique Seville headline the opening day of the two-day Diamond League finals in Brussels on Friday, with five standout events to watch including men's pole vault, where Duplantis faces competition from Greek rival Emmanouil Karalis.

    3 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenyan stars compete in Brussels Diamond League finals

    Global and Olympic medallists, including Kenya's world champions Faith Cherotich and Emmanuel Wanyonyi, converge in Brussels for the 2026 Diamond League finals over two days. The competition serves as preparation for the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championships scheduled for September 11–13.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard

  3. Kenya's Malkia Strikers face Cameroon in African volleyball semifinal

    The 2026 Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) African Women's Championship enters its penultimate stage at the Kasarani Indoor Arena, with defending champions Malkia Strikers facing Cameroon in a semifinal. The Kenyan side, pursuing an 11th continental crown, clash with Cameroon after the Lionesses lost to Kenya in the 2023 semifinals.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard

  4. Malkia Strikers sweep Cameroon to reach Africa Championship final

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers defeated Cameroon 3–0 in the second semi-final of the 2026 CAVB Women's Africa Nations Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, advancing to the final as defending champions.

    3 September 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Kenya coach confident Malkia Strikers will beat Cameroon semi-final

    Malkia Strikers head coach Geoffrey Omondi has backed his team to defeat Cameroon in Thursday's semi-final of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship in Nairobi, saying the technical bench has devised a tactical plan after studying the three-time continental champions.

    2 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 1 September

  1. Malkia Strikers beat Algeria to reach volleyball championship semis

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers rallied from a set down to defeat Algeria 3-1 in the Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship quarter-finals, advancing to a semi-final against Cameroon. Egypt also advanced to the semis with a 3-0 victory over Tunisia and will face Rwanda.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya ready for Algeria quarter-final at African volleyball championship

    Kenya's volleyball coach Geoffrey Omondi says his team is prepared for a quarter-final match against Algeria at the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship on Tuesday at Kasarani Indoors Arena, with an Olympic 2028 ticket at stake.

    1 September 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Malkia Strikers face Algeria in CAVB championship quarter-final

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers will battle Algeria in a quarter-final of the 2026 CAVB African Women's Nations Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, with the winner advancing toward a potential record 11th continental crown and qualification for the 2026 FIVB World Championship and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Kenya reached the last eight unbeaten with a 3-0 win over Nigeria, while Algeria defeated Senegal in straight sets.

    1 September 2026 · The Standard

Monday 31 August

  1. Malkia Strikers advance to quarter-finals, coach flags accuracy gaps

    Kenya's reigning continental champion volleyball team Malkia Strikers defeated Nigeria 3-0 in the round of 16 of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Championship to reach the quarter-finals. Coach Geofrey Omondi said the team needs to improve accuracy in service and blocking ahead of their match against Algeria.

    31 August 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 29 August

  1. Malkia Strikers beat Nigeria 3-0, advance to volleyball quarters

    Defending champions Malkia Strikers defeated Nigeria 3-0 in straight sets (25-21, 25-17, 25-15) in the Round of 16 of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena, advancing to the quarter-finals.

    29 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malkia Strikers face Nigeria in CAVB Championship knockout clash

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers, unbeaten in group play, face Nigeria in a Round of 16 match at the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship; victory advances them to the quarter-finals, while defeat ends their campaign.

    29 August 2026 · The Standard

  3. Kenya's Malkia Strikers beat Nigeria in African volleyball

    Kenya's defending champion Malkia Strikers swept Nigeria 3-0 at the Kasarani Indoor Arena to reach the quarter-finals of the 2026 CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, maintaining their unbeaten record in the tournament.

    29 August 2026 · The Standard

Friday 28 August

  1. Kenya faces Nigeria in African Volleyball Championship Round of 16

    Malkia Strikers, holders and unbeaten through Pool A, face Nigeria in a Round of 16 knockout match at the Kasarani Indoor Arena on Saturday at 7pm. Kenya is pursuing a record-extending 11th continental title and direct qualification for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Wanyonyi wins Zurich 800m despite pre-race stomach upset

    World and Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi won the Zurich Diamond League 800m in 1:41.76, narrowly defeating Algeria's Djamel Sedjati by seven hundredths of a second, despite experiencing a stomach upset moments before the race.

    28 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Malkia Strikers sweep Mali 3-0 in African Championship

    Kenya's defending champion Malkia Strikers defeated Mali 25-17, 25-10 and 25-18 at the CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, maintaining their perfect record in Group A as the tournament moves into the knockout phase.

    28 August 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 27 August

  1. Kenya's Malkia Strikers defeat Mali in African volleyball championship

    Defending champions Kenya's Malkia Strikers swept Mali 3-0 at the CAVB Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship at Kasarani Indoor Arena to maintain an unbeaten record in Group A.

    27 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Malkia Strikers pursue 2028 Olympics slot at CAVB championship

    Kenya's Malkia Strikers are competing at the 2026 CAVB Women's Nations Championship in Nairobi, which offers direct qualification to the 2027 FIVB World Championship and 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The tournament has been marred by administrative disorganisation, including late tournament draws and incomplete fixture releases.

    27 August 2026 · The Standard

Wednesday 26 August

  1. CS Kagwe urges Kenya to add value to Sh397bn meat sector

    Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has called on Kenya to unlock its meat industry's potential through value addition, processing, and technology investment, warning that exporting live animals instead of finished products exports jobs to other countries. Kenya produced 613,627 tonnes of meat valued at Sh397 billion in 2024, with beef accounting for 260,000 tonnes.

    26 August 2026 · Capital News

  2. Egypt, Uganda win again at African Nations Volleyball Championship

    Egypt defeated Senegal 25-12, 25-10, 25-8 in Nairobi to maintain their unbeaten start at the Women's African Nations Volleyball Championship, while Uganda also secured a second straight-sets victory over Burkina Faso 25-14, 25-13, 25-18.

    26 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Malkia Strikers seek eleventh African title and LA28 Olympics berth

    Kenya's women's volleyball team begins the 2026 CAVB African Nations Championship on Tuesday in Nairobi, with the tournament winner earning direct qualification to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The championship runs through September 4 with 16 teams competing, and the top three finishers also qualify for the 2027 FIVB World Cup.

    25 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 23 August

  1. Wanyonyi wins Lausanne Diamond League 800m

    Olympic and world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi won the men's 800m at the Lausanne Diamond League in Switzerland, clocking 1:42.19, ahead of Algeria's Djamel Sedjati (1:42.31) and Canada's Marco Arop (1:43.18).

    23 August 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 20 August

  1. African volleyball championship relocated from DRC to Tunisia

    The 2026 Men's African Nations Volleyball Championship has been moved from the Democratic Republic of Congo to Tunisia due to an Ebola outbreak, with the tournament now scheduled for September 13–26 in Tunis instead of September 7–21 in Kinshasa. Kenya is among sixteen countries competing in the championship.

    20 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 18 August

  1. Kenya paint market grows double-digit amid construction recovery

    Kenya's paint consumption is growing at a double-digit rate, faster than GDP growth, driven by new construction and maintenance of existing properties. The construction sector grew 6.6 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, with manufacturers facing increased regional and imported competition.

    18 August 2026 · The Standard

Monday 17 August

  1. Cameroon wins WAFCON for first time, beats Malawi

    Cameroon defeated Malawi 3-0 in the WAFCON final in Rabat on Sunday to win the Women's Africa Cup of Nations for the first time after finishing runners-up on three occasions. Cameroon, who failed initial qualification but were added as one of the four highest-ranked losers after the tournament expanded from 12 to 16 teams, defeated Malawi with goals from Marie Ngah (twice) and Naomi Eto.

    17 August 2026 · The Standard

  2. Cameroon wins first WAFCON title, defeats Malawi 3-0

    Marie Gisele Manga scored twice and Naomi Eto added one goal as Cameroon defeated debutant Malawi 3-0 in the African Women Cup of Nations final on August 16 in Rabat, Morocco, claiming the continental title for the first time after losing three previous finals to Nigeria.

    17 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

Sunday 16 August

  1. Malawi seeks upset over Cameroon in WAFCON final

    Malawi's head coach expressed confidence ahead of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations final against Cameroon at Rabat Olympic Stadium in Morocco on Sunday. Both teams took improbable paths to the final: Malawi defeated Algeria 3-1 in the semi-finals, while Cameroon beat Morocco 3-1 on penalties after a 0-0 draw, advancing after CAF expanded the tournament from 12 to 16 teams.

    16 August 2026 · Citizen Digital

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