Author: Naseemah Coovadia Flowers
Kenya allocates Ksh 702.7 billion to education in 2025/26 budget amid sustainability fears
Kenya's 2025/26 budget allocates Ksh 702.7 billion to education — the largest ever — but cuts to quality assurance and delayed capitation funds threaten free schooling, as CS John Mbadi warns the model may be financially unsustainable.
Kenyan Gospel Star Betty Bayo Dies at 42; Husband Hiram Gitau Mourns Inconsolably
Kenyan gospel singer Betty Bayo died on November 10, 2025, from acute leukemia. Her husband Hiram Gitau was left inconsolable, while her ex-husband and children honored her legacy. Her music touched millions across Kenya.
Simba SC Stages Historic Comeback to Eliminate Al Masry in CAF Confederation Cup
Simba SC overturned a 2-0 first-leg deficit to beat Al Masry SC 2-0 in regulation and win 4-1 on penalties in Dar es Salaam, advancing to the CAF Confederation Cup semifinals for the first time in club history.
Chlöe Bailey, Kim Kardashian, and TODAY Anchors Unveil 2025 Halloween Costumes
Chlöe Bailey, Kim Kardashian, North West, and TODAY show anchors unveiled standout Halloween 2025 costumes, blending pop culture homage, personal storytelling, and K-pop artistry in a night that redefined celebrity fashion.
One dead, 26 rescued as Lagos building collapses in Oyingbo
One person died and 26 were rescued after a two-storey building collapsed in Oyingbo, Lagos, on October 27, 2025. The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service confirmed prior structural warnings, echoing past tragedies linked to poor regulation and substandard construction.
Kevin Serna returns to Rio for Fluminense vs Juventude showdown
Colombian forward Kevin Serna flies back to Rio ahead of Fluminense's clash with Juventude after debuting for Colombia. His fitness could decide his role in the 1‑0 win.
Romania Snatches 1-0 Stoppage‑Time Win Over Austria in World Cup Qualifier
Virgil Ghita's 95th‑minute header gave Romania a 1‑0 win over Austria in Bucharest, reshaping the World Cup qualifying race and keeping both teams' hopes alive.
Aston Villa Women held to goalless draw by Leicester City
Aston Villa Women and Leicester City Women were held to a 0-0 draw in Birmingham, leaving Villa eighth and Leicester tenth in the Women's Super League.
Super Eagles beat Lesotho 2-1 – Troost‑Ekong pen, Adams debut winner
Nigeria's Super Eagles beat Lesotho 2-1 in a World Cup qualifier thanks to Troost‑Ekong's penalty and Adams' debut winner, keeping slim hopes alive for the 2026 tournament.
Israel and Hamas Sign Ceasefire Deal in Sharm el Sheikh, Ending Gaza Fighting
Israel and Hamas signed a ceasefire deal in Sharm el Sheikh on 9 Oct 2025, ending Gaza fighting and triggering a hostage‑prisoner exchange overseen by the US, Qatar, Egypt and Turkey.
Cameroon Beats Mauritius 2-0 in Crucial World Cup Qualifier
Cameroon beat Mauritius 2‑0 in a World Cup qualifier at Port Louis, keeping the Lions in contention while eliminating the island side from the 2026 race.
Saka’s 200‑Game Milestone Fuels Arsenal’s Rise Under Arteta
Bukayo Saka hits 200 Premier League games with 100 goal involvements at 24, prompting Mikel Artetta to hail his impact as Arsenal's defensive resurgence fuels title hopes.