Mount Bids Farewell To Chelsea Fans Ahead Of Man United Move

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July 5, 2023

England midfielder Mason Mount has said farewell to Chelsea fans in a video posted on social media on Tuesday as he confirmed he is leaving the club, ahead of a reported move to Premier League rivals Manchester United.

United have reached an agreement to sign Mount on a five-year deal, The Athletic reported on Thursday, in a move worth £55 million plus five million pounds in add-ons, the report said.

“Given the speculation over the last six months, this may not come as a surprise to you but it doesn’t make it any easier to tell you that I’ve made the decision to leave Chelsea,” the player said in a video posted to Instagram.

“I feel you deserve more than just a written statement. So I wanted to tell you directly how grateful I’ve been for all of your support over the last 18 years.

“I know some of you won’t be happy with my decision, but it’s what is right for me at this moment in my career.”

The 24-year-old made his Chelsea debut in 2017 and has since scored 33 goals and provided 37 assists in 195 appearances in all competitions for the club.

“I joined Chelsea when I was six years old and we’ve been through a lot together,” Mount said.

“Winning the Youth Cup, my player of the year awards, the Super Cup, the Club World Cup, and, of course, the unforgettable night where we won the Champions League.

“I want to say thank you to the academy for being so influential to me from a young age. The managers I’ve worked under, the backroom staff, all of my teammates over the years who have become my brothers, and most importantly you guys.”

Last season the England international played 24 league games, scoring three goals and making two assists, but was hampered by a pelvic injury.

Arsenal Agree Deal For West Ham Midfielder Rice – Reports

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John Mutiso

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July 5, 2023

Arsenal have reached an agreement to sign West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice in a deal worth over 100 million pounds ($127 million), British media reported.

The 24-year-old England international had received permission to undergo a medical this week ahead of his move across London, the Guardian said.

The report added that West Ham had accepted an offer worth 100 million pounds plus 5 million in add-ons, with the guaranteed portion of the fee expected to be paid in three installments over two years.

Reuters has contacted both clubs for a comment.

West Ham chairman David Sullivan said last month that a gentleman’s agreement meant Rice can leave despite a year remaining on his contract with the option to extend it by a further 12 months.

Rice joined West Ham’s academy from Chelsea as a teenager and has been a mainstay since his breakthrough campaign in 2017-18. He has played over 200 games for the club and helped them win the Europa Conference League last month.

Four Die After Allegedly Consuming Illicit Brew In Migori

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July 5, 2023

According to police reports, four people were confirmed dead and eight others are fighting for their lives in various Migori hospitals today after consuming suspected poisonous illicit brew in Kubweye village, Migori County.

In a report sent to the media, Kuria West Sub County police commander Cleti Kimaiyo stated that the four people, including the brewer and seller, died after consuming poisonous illicit brew at the villager this morning.

Residents of the village, led by Patel Matiko Nyamohanga, said the four were rushed to Samjomen and Mabera hospitals, where some died while receiving treatment and others died upon arrival.

According to the residents, the four took illicit liquor late at night in the neighbourhood, and many of them began having difficulty breathing, poor vision, and difficulty speaking. They were rushed to hospitals in critical condition, where four died and eight others are still admitted fighting for their live.

Debra Marwa and Chacha Denis decried the police for their handling of the fight against illicit brew in Kuria West villages, blaming local administrators for the escalation of illicit liquor dens in the area.

They want the Government to take stern actions against sellers and brewers of the illicit liquor to help stamp out the vice that has caused many deaths in the villages.
Martin Mwita, a doctor at Samjomen hospital, stated that they received six patients, two of whom died at the facility, and the remaining four were referred to Migori County Referral Hospital for further treatment.

He stated that only two people died at the facility, while the other two are said to have died in a different hospital.

KAM Intent on Promoting Local Manufacturing Through Agriculture for Industry Initiative

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Vanessa Kariuki

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July 5, 2023

Through its initiative Agriculture for Industry, the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) seeks to support domestic manufacturing by using the agricultural industry to supply basic and secondary intermediate goods.

This programme emphasises the value of obtaining and producing materials domestically and is one of the main pillars of our Manufacturing 20by30 Plan.

“During our engagements in the central region, we had the privilege of visiting some of our members who are players in the agricultural sector. We explored Sangare, a dairy product manufacturer located in Nyeri, popular for their yoghurt. Currently, Sangare produces yoghurt in two delightful flavors: Vanilla and Strawberry,” said KAM.

“Their commitment to excellence has allowed them to establish a strong position within the agricultural sector value chain,” KAM acknowledged.

Kikwetu Flowers, which is based in Timau and is elevated at 2,400 metres above sea level, is the perfect place to grow roses of the highest calibre.

The farm specialises in cultivating an array of superb rose kinds, including the radiant Ever Red, a T-hybrid red variation, the elegant Athena, a medium white variety, and the wonderful Revival, a medium pink variety, among other lovely possibilities.

Agventure, a farmer-owned limited liability company, was founded in 2010 with the goal of assisting farmers in the development of more sustainable farming practises in non-irrigated cereal-based systems.

With member farms in Nakuru, Laikipia, Meru, and Isiolo counties, Agventure has expanded the understanding and use of rain-fed conservation agriculture over the past ten years, with early indications of increased land, water, and input usage efficiency.

Another well-known business that not only processes Mwea Pishori rice but also markets it is Baraka Rice Millers.

KAM claims that by working with nearby farmers who grow Mwea Pishori rice, this renowned rice miller contributes significantly to the value chain.

Baraka Rice Millers provides a reliable and superior supply of Mwea Pishori rice by collaborating closely with these farmers.

The ability to design and construct items that are helpful to society is made possible by the manufacturing industry. Without manufacturing, many people would be unable to obtain the goods and services they require.

In order for people to work and support their families, manufacturing also contributes to the creation of jobs.

Local production yields higher-quality goods. With local manufacturers, businesses may work more productively and produce work of a higher calibre.

Family Mourns Two Kins Who Died After Alleged Taking Poisoned Water

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July 5, 2023

A family in Kehancha, Kuria West, Migori county is mourning two of its relatives who died two after allegedly consuming poisoned water as three others are admitted at the Kehancha Mother and Child Hospital.

According to Hassan Ibrahim Nyamohanga, her mother Milka Wansatu prepared a meal of omena and after the family had eaten they started feeling stomach pains, vomiting and diarrhea.

They were rushed to Kehancha sub-county Hospital where the diagnosis revealed that they had taken poisoned water and not omena as they had alleged.

After a few hours, one of the sons died and his sister too followed the following day leaving the family in mourning, grief and pain as they contemplated on what to do.

Three other family members including a two-year-old son are still admitted at the Kehancha Hospital receiving treatment for the same alleged poisoned water.

The bodies of the two kin are reserved at the Kehancha sub-county hospital awaiting postmortem as the other three continue fighting for their lives.

Meanwhile, investigations are currently underway.

Hannah Becomes The First Woman To Manage An English Men’s Team

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Dan Ojumah

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July 5, 2023

Forest Green Rovers have named Hannah Dingley as their new caretaker boss, making her the first woman to manage a professional men’s team in English football.

The League Two side sacked Duncan Ferguson on Tuesday after just six months in charge.

Forest Green announced Dingley, the club’s academy head, would be put in caretaker charge of the first team.

Her first match in charge will be a friendly at Melksham Town on Wednesday.

Dingley said: “I’m really excited for this next step of my career. Pre-season has just begun, and the full season kicks off very soon.

Forest Green’s trailblazing academy manager Dingley on encouraging women into coaching

“It’s an exciting time in football. I am grateful for the opportunity to step up and lead such a progressive and forward-thinking club.”

She first joined the club in 2019 to take charge of the academy and remains the only woman to manage a men’s English Football League academy.

Dingley also initiated the club’s girls academy which launched in 2021.

How Thugs Use ‘Mchele’ Women To Steal Motorbikes In Kiambu

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Dan Ojumah

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July 5, 2023

Detectives have destroyed a motorcycle theft ring operating between Kenya and a neighbouring nation where the stolen motorcycles are thought to find a ready market.

This comes after investigations showed the existence of a well-organized criminal group that masterminded the removal of motorcycles in several places around the country before ferrying them to Loitoktok town and sneaking them across the border.

Detectives apprehended Agnes Wambui, who was believed to be the bait used to entice boda boda riders. Wambui, disguised as a pillion passenger, stupefies her victims along the route before vanishing with the motorbikes after the nduthimen lose consciousness.

After extensive investigations, the suspect led officers to her other accomplices, including Daniel Mwaniki and William Nkadanyo alias Saningo. Nkadanyo was apprehended in Loitoktok, where he is thought to have a ready market for stolen motorcycles.

Stolen cell phones were also retrieved from the accused, including one stolen from a motorbike rider who was stunned before losing his bike in Juja, Kiambu County.

Over 30 tablets suspected of containing stupefying substances were also discovered on the suspects, who were discovered to have pending criminal cases in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado County, and Diani, Kwale County.

I Was Framed: Kisumu Resident Denies Operating Illegal Radio Station

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Cyrus Kimanga

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July 5, 2023

A middle-aged man was today arraigned before Kisumu Magistrates Court with four counts among them establishing a radio station without a valid license, providing radio broadcasting services without a valid license.

Austin John appeared before Hon. Joan Wambilianga where he denied all the charges stating that the offenses are framed against him just to negatively tarnish his name.

Prosecution led by Nina Opiyo informed Court that it will line a total of 9 witnesses on September 6 to prove their case before the Court.

The accused was released on a bond of Ksh 100,000.

Two Men,21, Sentenced To Death For Armed Robbery

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Dan Ojumah

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July 5, 2023

Two Armed robbers have been sentenced to death after being found guilty of robbery with violence.

Moses Mudavadi and Francis Otieno Odhiambo, both aged 21 years are said to have committed the heinous act on the night of 21st May 2022.

The victim recalled the events on the fateful night when she was attacked by the two young men.

According to the victim in her evidence in chief, she heard a commotion outside her house and assumed it was her husband.

However, when she looked through the window, she saw someone breaking the padlock and six men wielding iron bars and machetes forcefully entered the house.

The convicts then assaulted her, snatched her phone and inflicted severe injuries, including plucking out her hair before proceeding to ransack the kitchen and stealing various items.

The court ruled that the prosecution presented a total of 6 witnesses whose evidence corroborated.

“This court will therefore proceed to sentence the convicted suspects to serve death sentence. Right of appeal within 14 days from today.” ruled the magistrate.

Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai Caught On Video Assaulting A Kenya Power Officer

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John Mutiso

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July 4, 2023

Kitui East MP Nimrod Mbai is on the spot for allegedly assaulting a Kenya Power engineer who was attempting to disconnect an illegal power line at the legislator’s home in Kitengela, Kajiado County.

In a now-viral video circulating on social media, the MP can be seen insulting Kenya Power officers before repeatedly slapping one of them during the incident on Monday.

Mbai likewise reached for and attempted to draw his gun during his fit of rage.

However, after arriving on the scene with police, KPLC officers were able to disconnect the power line on Tuesday.

The boys in blue also detained two workers at the palatial home, which is currently under construction.

Officials from the power company also allegedly recovered a power metre and additional power cables from the Rural Electrification Authority at the MP’s home.

Kenya Power officials claim that the MP erected a kilometer-long illegal power line at the premises.

A senior KPLC security officer said that the illegal power line was dangerous because it was overloading a nearby power transformer.

KITUI East MP Nimrod Mbai nearly pulled a gun on KPLC staff who were allegedly disconnecting illegal power lines

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