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… He was first invited in 2017 by Italy, then in 2018 by Canada and in 2019 by France. …
Ruto's bold G7 appeal rings hollow without concrete action at homeCitizen Digital
… Panama will play in the FIFA World Cup hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada from June 11 to July 19, 2026. …
Bittersweet World Cup for Gaza's football fansThe Standard
… But the celebratory atmosphere at Vancouver's BC Place stadium, with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney cheering on 'Les Rouges', was soured by a serious injury to Kone in the 51st minute.Qatar's Assim Madibo upended Kone with a clumsy challenge from behind to leave the Italy-ba …
Horror injury overshadows Canada's first World Cup winThe Standard
… luding increasing the number of air defence missiles, a winter support package and strengthening pressure on Russia. “It’s great that everybody understands that Russia is not winning, and we have to push Putin to end this war,” the Ukrainian leader said at a meeting with Canadian …
G7 powers push Russia to end Ukraine war as US backs peaceCitizen Digital
… re, so it will be different tomorrow, and we need to control the rhythm and the flow of the match." In other games on Thursday, Switzerland will look to bounce back from their disappointing opening Group B draw with Qatar when they take on Bosnia-Herzegovina while co-hosts Canada …
Mexico, Korea eye World Cup knockout berthsCitizen Digital
… During the closing ceremony, Kenya handed over to Canada, next year's conference host. …
President Ruto calls for more global action in protecting oceansCitizen Digital
… re, so it will be different tomorrow, and we need to control the rhythm and the flow of the match." In other games on Thursday, Switzerland will look to bounce back from their disappointing opening Group B draw with Qatar when they take on Bosnia-Herzegovina while co-hosts Canada …
Mexico, Korea eye World Cup knockout berthsCitizen Digital
Wahi denied Canadian visa for Ivory Coast World Cup clash with Germany By AFP June 18, 2026 03:58 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Elye Wahi (12) of Ivory Coast in action during the 2026 FIFA World Cup First …
Wahi denied Canadian visa for Ivory Coast World Cup clash with GermanyCitizen Digital
… The leaders of France, Germany, Britain, Japan, Italy, Canada and the U.S. demanded in a joint statement an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon, where the memorandum calls for a halt to hostilities between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group that have killed thousands of peopl …
US and Iran presidents sign ceasefire agreement, but Trump says he could still resume attacksCitizen Digital
… The three-day meeting of the leaders of Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the United States has focused intensely on Trump's deal to end the war with Iran and efforts to pressure Russia into brokering peace with Ukraine through ramped up sanctions. …
G7 leaders welcome Trump 'change' on UkraineKenyan boxer Robert Okaka won a unanimous 5-0 decision over Tanzania's Yusuf Lucasi Changalawa at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow to reach the Men's 80kg quarter-finals, where a victory over Australian Paul Trainor will secure him at least a bronze medal.
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Kenyan boxer Robert Okaka won a unanimous 5-0 decision over Tanzania's Yusuf Lucasi Changalawa at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow to reach the Men's 80kg quarter-finals, where a victory over Australian Paul Trainor will secure him at least a bronze medal.
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Johnson & Johnson has offered $5.5 billion to settle tens of thousands of lawsuits claiming its talcum powder products caused ovarian cancer, covering around 76,000 claims. The company denies the claims lack scientific merit but stopped selling talc-based baby powder in the United States and Canada in 2020.
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FIFA president Gianni Infantino has responded to World Cup critics in an open letter, claiming they were "spreading hate and false rumours" and arguing the tournament delivered "only joy and happiness" despite controversies over ticket pricing and visa issues.
27 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenyan boxer Amina Martha will be the first Kenyan boxer to compete at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, facing England's Lauren Mackie in the women's bantamweight division on Friday in Glasgow. Martha is the reigning 2025 AFBC Zone Three bantamweight champion and 2024 African Games bronze medallist, the first Kenyan woman to win a boxing medal at the African Games.
24 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As artificial intelligence and search engines make information instantly accessible, Kenyan educators and parents are shifting focus from rote memorisation toward skills like analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication that modern employers prioritise, according to the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report.
24 July 2026 · The Standard →
Nearly 63 million Americans watched Spain defeat Argentina 1-0 in the FIFA World Cup final held in New Jersey, with Fox's English-language broadcast drawing 38.9 million viewers and Telemundo's Spanish-language coverage reaching 23.9 million, shattering the 22.3 million viewers who watched the 2022 final.
23 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has acknowledged that a 64-team World Cup could be examined after the current 48-team tournament concludes. Expanding the tournament further would have significant logistical and financial implications, potentially reducing the commercial value of qualifying competition.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
African football chief Patrice Motsepe praised FIFA president Gianni Infantino as a devoted steward of the game and friend of Africa, defending him against criticism over decisions including a suspension delay for a US striker and hydration breaks.
22 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico, and Canada has provided lessons for African football, with implications for East Africa ahead of the African Cup of Nations.
22 July 2026 · The Standard →
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he is examining "all options" to respond if US President Donald Trump's planned 50 percent tariffs on many Canadian goods take effect in 30 days. Carney and Trump agreed to intensify discussions on a possible deal, with the tariffs potentially affecting products like wine, hockey sticks, and cement under the US-Mexico-Canada free trade agreement.
21 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Spain won the 2026 World Cup and will receive $51 million in prize money. FIFA distributed a record $871 million to the 48 participating teams, with all teams receiving at least $12.5 million for competing.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
The 48-team 2026 World Cup, held in the US, Canada and Mexico, set a stadium attendance record of 6.81 million spectators across 104 matches and broke previous TV viewership records "many, many times over," according to FIFA president Gianni Infantino. FIFA projects record revenues exceeding seven billion euros for 2026, a 56 per cent increase from 2022.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
Tourism Principal Secretary Julius Bitok has warned that campaigns discouraging travel to Kenya risk undermining the sector's growth and eroding investor confidence, noting that tourism generated more than Sh500 billion last year and supports nearly two million jobs.
21 July 2026 · The Standard →
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni acknowledged Spain were the better team after his side lost 1-0 in extra-time to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring for Spain at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday.
20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
An opinion piece argues that while healthcare devolution to Kenya's 47 counties has expanded access and addressed regional inequality since 2010, the management of healthcare workers requires urgent national reflection and potential reform.
20 July 2026 · The Standard →
Spain and Argentina will face off in the 2026 World Cup final at New York/New Jersey Stadium on July 19, 2026. Argentina seeks to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups, while Spain pursue a second title after winning in 2010; it is likely Lionel Messi's final World Cup appearance.
19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
England defeated France 6-4 in the 2026 World Cup third-place match in Miami on Saturday, with Kylian Mbappe scoring his 22nd goal of the tournament to become the all-time leading scorer. Argentina and Spain advance to the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday.
19 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina and Spain face off in the World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with Argentina seeking back-to-back titles and Spain pursuing a second crown. The match marks the likely final World Cup appearance for Argentina's Lionel Messi, 39.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
US President Donald Trump will present the World Cup trophy alongside FIFA chief Gianni Infantino at the final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey on Sunday. Trump previously drew controversy by calling FIFA to request a red card suspension for USA striker Folarin Balogun.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
Professional ice hockey players from Canada and USA are in Kenya for a one-week mission to train the Kenya women's senior national team and Kenya Ice Lionesses in skating, stick handling, and other fundamentals. Led by Sarah Thompson and Maureen Murphy, the visitors are also providing mentorship on education and have funded training facilities at Panari Ice Rink for nine months.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
Thousands of football fans across Kenya joined millions worldwide in watching the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in the United States, gathering in sports bars, public viewing centres, and entertainment spots across the country.
19 July 2026 · The Standard →
Argentina and Spain are making final preparations for Sunday's World Cup final in New Jersey, with Argentina seeking to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups, and Spain trying to win a second title after winning in 2010. The final will be attended by more than 80,000 spectators at MetLife Stadium, including US President Donald Trump and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Argentina and Spain will face each other in the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday, a match that pits Argentina's attacking style and Lionel Messi against Spain's controlled, methodical approach. The match carries personal storylines, including Messi facing teenager Lamine Yamal, both connected to Barcelona's La Masia academy.
18 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Olympic and world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi competes in the men's 800m at the London Diamond League, facing strong international middle-distance runners including Canada's Olympic silver medallist Marco Arop, following Wanyonyi's recent 1,000m record in Monaco.
18 July 2026 · The Standard →
In mid-2026, the UK rolled out "enhanced credibility checks" targeting visa applicants from 33 African countries considered high risk of overstaying, including Kenya. The tougher scrutiny applies to applications for study, tourism, business and family visits, resulting in longer processing, more documentation, and a higher bar for applicants to prove they will leave Britain.
18 July 2026 · The Standard →
Morocco's football federation expressed confidence in head coach Mohamed Ouahbi to continue in his role following the team's quarterfinal exit from the 2026 World Cup. Ouahbi, who took over in March and has a deal through 2030 when Morocco will cohost the World Cup with Spain and Portugal, lost 2-0 to France in the quarterfinals.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Morocco's football federation expressed confidence in coach Mohamed Ouahbi to continue in his role following the team's quarterfinal loss to France at the 2026 World Cup. Ouahbi's contract was said to run until 2030, when Morocco will cohost the World Cup with Spain and Portugal.
17 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
As the Diamond League circuit nears its conclusion, Kenyan stars Edmund Serem, Simon Koech, and Emmanuel Wanyonyi are among those competing for points to qualify for the finals in Brussels on September 4-5. Wanyonyi leads the 800m/1000m standings with 22 points after setting a 1000m world record in Monaco, while Serem and Koech have already secured their places in the final.
17 July 2026 · The Standard →
Smoke from Canadian wildfires has blanketed the northeastern United States, prompting health alerts in New York and New Jersey; a cold front expected this weekend will help dissipate the haze before Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at the New York-New Jersey stadium.
16 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →
First Energy Africa Oil has appointed Simon Akit, a resource financier who has raised more than $5 billion in equity and debt financing, and Frederick Kozak, a former analyst with over 40 years of experience in Africa and South America, as directors. The move reflects a shift in Africa's energy sector where access to capital and fiscal stability are becoming as critical to project success as geology.
13 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →