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Televangelist Benny Hinn encircled Charlene Ruto seven times, accompanied by hymns and words of encouragement, praying for her to find a supportive boyfriend who would assist her in realizing her ambition of empowering successful African youths.  President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto were in attendance, witnessing a transformative moment as their daughter humbly revealed her ambitions, seeking spiritual guidance and support from the esteemed man of God. This occurred after the first daughter expressed to the highly revered televangelist that she had been fervently praying for a husband who would align with her vision for the youth of Kenya. …

 Peter Anthony Morgan, lead singer of the popular reggae band Morgan Heritage that he founded with four siblings, died Sunday at age 46, his family announced. In a statement posted Sunday on social media, the family asked for privacy and thanked people in advance for their love and support. The announcement did not share a cause of death. Jamaican Prime Minister Andrew Holness wrote on X, formerly Twitter, that his “heart is heavy” over the news. He called Morgan’s death a “colossal loss” for Jamaica and reggae music. Morgan, known as “Peetah,” was a son of renowned Jamaican reggae singer…

Driven by her passion for agriculture and a desire for something unique, Joyce Kiara of Nakuru County, Kenya, has found success in raising ornamental birds. Her farm, Charis Farm, is a pioneer in this field, boasting a variety of species including peacocks, Brahma chickens, guineafowl, pheasants, and more. Kiara’s journey began with goat farming, but she soon ventured into poultry on a small scale. Seeking a niche beyond traditional chicken farming, she discovered ornamental birds through Google research. This proved to be a lucrative decision, with Charis Farm now reaping significant profits. One key advantage of ornamental birds is their…

Naomi Muchiri’s journey from Kenya to culinary stardom in the US is a tale of triumph against all odds. Born into hardship, Naomi’s fortune took a turn when her brother Samuel Kimani, already thriving in the States, extended a lifeline. With his backing, Naomi clinched a green card and embarked on an odyssey that would redefine her destiny. “Touching down in the US, I bunked at my brother’s pad, cared for by my sister-in-law Josephine Kimani, as I hustled through odd gigs. It was then I stumbled upon caregiving,” reminisced Naomi, once a footballer with Thika Medisca United, now Thika…

Kenyans woke up to sombre news on Sunday after learning that marathoner Charles Kipsang Kipkorir collapsed and later died moments after finishing a competitive race in Cameroon  on Saturday, February 24. According to Cameroonian media outlets, Kipkorir who was taking part in the 29th edition of the Mount Cameroon Race of Hope, passed on while being resuscitated. The athlete had taken a commanding lead during the race, before he started slowing down after experiencing bouts of difficulty, just metres to the finish line. Kipkorir would later finish in 16th place according to Cameroonian Governor Bernard Okalai Bilia. After crossing the…

A Kenyan asylum seeker died in Canada after waiting to secure shelter for several hours in the cold. The woman identified as Delphina Ngigi had just arrived in Canada where she had travelled to seek refuge at the Dundas shelter. According to advocates from the African Canadian Community, she arrived in Toronto, Canada on Thursday, February 15. The advocates further revealed that she went to the Dundas Shelter to seek refuge at 1 p.m. on Saturday 17. Last Moments of Kenyan Woman Who Froze to Death in Canada. However, despite her arriving at 1.pm local time, she was admitted at…

The twelfth victim of the Embakasi gas explosion, Maria Nyangige, passed away due to burns sustained at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital. Her death occurred just a day after expressing dissatisfaction in an interview with the NTV, citing unfulfilled promises made to her and fellow victims. Nyangige, a single mother of two and a food vendor in Mradi village, leaves behind a preschool-aged daughter and a teenage son, adding uncertainty to their future. On the night of February 1st, Nyangige was returning home from work when the gas explosion occurred. Despite finishing work and preparing dough for the next day, she…

Ugandan climate activist Faith Patricia Ariokot has broken the Guinness World Record for the “Longest Tree Hug by an Individual” title. Commencing her record-breaking attempt on December 29, 2023, Ariokot had previously endeavoured to break the same record on December 8 but faced challenges, including camera glitches that affected the documentation of her effort. She hugged a tree for 15 hours, 19 minutes. Prior to breaking the record, the Founder of ‘Faith In Trees’ expressed her determination to establish a new record time for tree-hugging, emphasizing her belief that “trees matter.” “I attempted a Guinness World Record on December 8,…

Tanzanian Bongo Flava star Diamond Platnumz has swiftly responded to the breakup  announcement from Zuchu in a sarcastic post, and asked netizens to pray for him as he handled this difficult moment Diamond who likened the breakup to submerging in water, sarcastically opined that he was in much need of his fans prayers after the ‘Sukari’ hitmaker called it quits with him. “Then my friends, as you heard, I have fallen in water. I really need your prayers, sympathy, and closeness at this period of my youth, so that I can get strength and comfort in this difficult period,” he…

Gengetone artist and former Sailors Gang member, Miracle Baby, has been discharged from the hospital after a 60-day treatment period. Amidst the jubilant atmosphere, Eric Omondi led a joyful procession of friends, among them Miracle Baby’s beloved wife, Carol Katrue, escorting him from the hospital to the comforting confines of his home. Their voices filled with cheer, they serenaded the occasion with melodies, slicing into a celebratory cake to commemorate the end of the musician’s hospital stay. Recently, Miracle Baby’s partner, Carol Katrue, appealed to Kenyans to assist in settling the hospital bills. Eric Omondi, through his initiative Sisi Kwa…