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Kenya Railways: Sh12,000 SGR Premium Coach Offers Extra Perks, Not Competing with Flights

  Kenya Railways: Sh12,000 SGR Premium Coach Offers Extra Perks, Not Competing with Flights Kenya Railways has announced the introduction of a Sh12,000 premium coach on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). This move aims to provide a luxurious travel experience for passengers without directly competing with airlines. Premium Features Enhanced Comfort : The new premium coach will offer spacious seating and increased legroom, ensuring a comfortable journey for all passengers.   Onboard Amenities : Passengers will enjoy additional perks such as complimentary meals, high-speed Wi-Fi, and dedicated service staff to cater to their needs. Exclusive Access : The premium coach will have a separate waiting lounge at stations, providing a seamless and relaxed boarding process Travelers can enjoy the scenic beauty of Kenya's landscapes through large windows, making the journey as enjoyable as the destination  The SGR premium coach promises a smooth and quiet ride, allowing passengers...

Empowering Muslim Girls Through Basketball: My Personal Journey

  Basketball Changed My Life as a Muslim; Now I Help Other Women Play, Too Secret Beginnings Discovering Basketball : I started playing basketball secretly at age 16 in college because I feared losing the joy it brought me. Cultural Challenges : Growing up in Leicester's Somali community, Muslim girls like me were encouraged to focus on studies and modesty, making sports less common for us. Developing a Passion Inspiration : Watching basketball legends like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Michael Jordan fueled my passion. Self-Learning : I taught myself the rules and practiced drills at school. Joining a Team : After impressing a coach during a college open day, I joined the Gateway College girls’ basketball team. Balancing Life and Basketball Fitness and Dedication : To improve my game, I worked on my fitness and practiced regularly. Telling My Parents : Initially, I lied about staying after school for tutoring. Eventually, I told my parents about basketball, and they suppo...

EU Proposes New Visa Restrictions for Somalia

  New Visa Rules: The EU Commission has proposed stricter visa rules for Somali nationals. Objective: The goal is to increase cooperation in readmitting Somali nationals who are in the EU without proper documentation. Pending Approval: The proposal awaits approval by the EU Council. Single-Entry Visas: Somali nationals may only receive single-entry visas. Increased Fees: Visa fees for Somali applicants will be higher. Extended Processing Times: Visa application processing will extend from 15 to 45 days. Document Submission: The EU may suspend some regulations requiring the submission of supporting documents for visa applications. EU Commission's Statement  The Commission stated, "Despite the steps taken so far by the EU and its Member States to improve readmission cooperation and taking into account the EU's overall relations with Somalia, it is considered that Somalia's cooperation with the EU on readmission is not sufficient and that action is needed."...

Kenyan-Born Athletes Pose Threat to Team Kenya Runners

Kenyan-Born Athletes Pose Threat to Team Kenya Runners Yavi has the fourth fastest time in the women’s 3,000m steeplechase this year. Kenya's Dominance: Kenya has historically won three gold medals in the women’s 3,000m steeplechase at the World Championships. Yavi's Performance: Yavi, a Kenyan-born athlete, is currently one of the top competitors in the women’s 3,000m steeplechase, holding the fourth fastest time globally this year. Her impressive performance is raising concerns for Team Kenya as they prepare for upcoming races. Kenya's Track Record: Team Kenya has a strong history in the women’s 3,000m steeplechase, with three gold medals at the World Championships. The presence of top athletes like Yavi poses a new challenge for Kenyan runners, who have been dominant in this event for years. Growing Competition  As more Kenyan-born athletes excel on the international stage, the competition for Team Kenya intensifies. This increasing competition could imp...

Haaland and Bobb scoring against Celtic

  Haaland and Bobb scoring - lost against Celtic (Manchester City - Celtic 3–4) In his first game as captain, it ended in defeat for Erling Braut Haaland (24) and his teammates. Oscar Bobb delivered a great performance. The Oslo boys got his breakthrough after proving himself on the summer tour for Manchester City last year. This year, he opened the new season with a bang, as the club's first training match of the season on Wednesday night against Celtic in North Carolina in the USA. The match eventually ended 3–4, with both teams having periods where they played havoc. This was the first game where Haaland was captain for the light blues. stanger Haaland  The goal show already started in the 13th minute after a goal by Nicolas Kühn at Celtic. Even after the goal, City hung on, and it took one more Norwegian to equalise. The youngster Nico O'Reilly got the ball in the box, and played it on to Haaland. The striker jumped over the ball, and Oscar Bobb came behind. The Celtic...

Kamala Harris is praised on social media

Kamala Harris is praised on social media Researchers believe memes and videos can influence young voters in the presidential election It has viral on social media after it became known that Kamala Harris was designated as the most obvious successor to current President Joe Biden. More and more people are now declaring their support for the possible presidential candidate and older videos of Harris are now resurfacing. Among them a video of a coconut speech from last year which is now making its way to victory on TikTok. Other videos are made in a way that appeals to women and young voters in particular: Harris has also gone viral in other ways, including being called a brat. Read more about it here. According to Speaker and TikTok expert Carina Elise Godou, the videos about Harris stand out from content that has been made about Joe Biden and Donald Trump on the same platforms. - I find that the videos I have seen of Trump and Biden have been made by people who try to make fun of t...