world news Missing Chinese labour activists freed after being held for more than a year By www.scmp.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 15:42:28 +0800 Five Chinese labour rights activists who went missing after being arrested have been released after 17 months in detention.The five – Zhang Zhiru, Wu Guijun, Jian Hui, Song Jiahui and He Yuancheng – returned home on Thursday evening, according to a Hong Kong-based rights group China Labour Bulletin.They had been arrested by police for allegedly “disturbing public order” on January 20 last year as part of a crackdown triggered by an attempt by factory workers to form a trade union.Jian was… Full Article
world news US-China tensions in South China Sea fuelled by increase in military operations By www.scmp.com Published On :: Sun, 10 May 2020 16:26:58 +0800 The United States has ramped up its military operations in waters close to China this year as the risk of confrontation between the two nations continues to grow.So far this year, aircraft from the US armed forces have conducted 39 flights over the South China Sea, East China Sea, Yellow Sea and the Taiwan Strait – more than three times the number carried out in the equivalent period of 2019.Two of the flights passed closed to Hong Kong, a rare move that indicated their proximity to mainland… Full Article
world news Covid-19: Uganda's cases rise to 116 By www.theeastafrican.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:53:49Z A Kenyan and a Ugandan trucker tested positive for the virus on Saturday. Full Article
world news Will the rich agree to debt waiver in face of Covid-19 crisis? By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T13:30:00Z The World Bank says countries whose debt is in dollars and those whose local debt is bought by foreigners are especially exposed. Full Article
world news Sunset society gives cash boost to Royal and Nyanza caddies By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T14:45:47Z “This is something we started in our CSR wing some years ago and we will continue doing so," he said. Full Article
world news TB infections, deaths likely to rise with focus on Covid-19 By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T16:30:00Z New study explains effects of lockdowns and limitations on diagnosis, treatment and prevention services. Full Article
world news Sports Ministry: Assistance for affected stars countrywide drive By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T17:09:33Z Mohamed assured that it’s a countrywide drive, and not an exclusively Rift Valley project. Full Article
world news Covid-19: Kisumu restaurant owners protest after permits revoked By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T17:10:00Z The county made the move for lack of testing kits for staff at eateries. Full Article
world news China admits coronavirus exposed 'shortcomings' in healthcare By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T17:20:00Z Beijing says reforms are underway to improve disease prevention and control mechanisms. Full Article
world news Italian PM says kidnapped volunteer Silvia Romano freed By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T17:50:00Z Italian PM says the volunteer, who was taken from Kilifi in 2018, has been released. Full Article
world news Covid-19: Homa Bay's 2nd patient sneaked into Tanzania and back By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T19:10:00Z The patient earlier sneaked into Tanzania to bury her step-father, health official says. Full Article
world news ‘Officers and gentlemen’ shaping Kenya’s Horn of Africa policy By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T19:44:00Z Amisom KDF forces have recorded remarkable success, especially in restoring peace in areas under its control. Full Article
world news Elderly fear easing the lockdown could make their lives harder By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T19:44:00Z It would be unfair for the government to propose a blanket isolation strategy based only on age. Full Article
world news Compliance with health guidelines will ensure victory over pandemic By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T19:44:00Z We must inculcate in ourselves the right attitude critical to the fight against this pandemic. Full Article
world news Is your team working well from home? It all depends on you! By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T19:44:00Z Trust must be strong in your team: your trust in your team members; and their trust in you. Full Article
world news Understanding the Covid-19 forecasts By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T19:44:00Z In a way, they are right. Predictions are often fraught with mistakes. Full Article
world news Job cut out for KDF boss By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T20:29:39Z We have no doubt that he is ready to take on extraordinary challenges, including the fight against terrorism. Full Article
world news Police brutality will only aggravate crisis By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T20:37:47Z Militarising the operations creates bad blood. People become resistant and restive. Full Article
world news Uhuru must impeach, charge or make way for President Ruto By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T23:00:00Z The sooner both Mr Kenyatta and Mr Ruto stop pussyfooting and bear their full fangs the better for Kenya. Full Article
world news The Covid-19 numbers that don’t yet seem to be adding up By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T23:00:00Z Carefree socialising is back in full swing, with no evidence that frequent handwashing has become the norm. Full Article
world news Give e-learning a chance to rescue young learners By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-09T23:00:00Z Children willing and able to e-learn should be encouraged. Full Article
world news Uhuru caught between saving the economy and succession politics By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:00:00Z A coalition government will further strengthen the Kenyatta and Raila axis, which is what it is all about. Full Article
world news The Education ministry must stop this bias By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:00:00Z The illusion that learning from home is taking place is a conscious bias that is remiss of the context. Full Article
world news Covid-19 pandemic is a double-edged sword By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:00:00Z Simple rules that have been repeated to us ad nauseam can, if followed effectively, ward off the virus. Full Article
world news Burundi in full steam towards poll By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:00:00Z Like any other post-conflict nation, it deserves a new lease of life. Full Article
world news Closed health colleges missing crucial lessons By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:00:00Z Closing health training institutions as we did was not properly thought out. Full Article
world news Securing common prosperity in face of Covid-19 By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:00:00Z This pandemic is a new test to our collective strength and we must work together to address it. Full Article
world news Mobile phones can help children stay in school By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:00:00Z Students are more likely to succeed when they are supported as individuals. Full Article
world news Pay me my money, ailing Williamson implores FKF By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:30:19Z He lodged a case of unfair dismissal against FKF at the Employment and Labour Court in Nairobi. Full Article
world news From Kibabii University to the Olympics: the story of Faith Ogallo By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:30:35Z The setback has not thrown Ogallo off-track. Full Article
world news Kenya’s strength coach Kimani urges peers to innovate in virus times By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T03:40:11Z “This is the time for coaches, depending on their philosophy, to better the skills of their athletes.” Full Article
world news Seoul closes bars, clubs over fears of second coronavirus wave By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T04:32:00Z Health authorities have warned of a further spike in infections. Full Article
world news Brazil tops 10,000 deaths from Covid-19 By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T05:00:00Z An official mourning period of three days has been decreed. Full Article
world news Coaches’ body seeks to vet foreign tacticians By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T05:10:32Z It is viewed as a rival body to the Kenya Football Coaches Association (Kefoca). Full Article
world news Iranians fearful as coronavirus infections rise again By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T05:12:00Z People rarely observe basic anti-contagion protocols. Full Article
world news Court allows Kanu to sell Naivasha land By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T06:00:00Z Money from the sale of properties will be used to is to settle debts and run the party. Full Article
world news Lessons from court battle for Mbiyu Koinange estate By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T06:17:00Z As a politician, Koinange loved land and power - the two levers of influence. Full Article
world news EACC flags sale of pensioners’ land to Mike Sonko By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T06:17:00Z Sonko claims agency's actions are politically motivated. Full Article
world news Memorial mass for Bishop Silas Njiru held at his Embu home By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T06:25:00Z There are plans to bring the bishop's body back to Kenya. Full Article
world news Gen Kibochi to take over KDF mantle on Monday By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:00:00Z Kibochi is expected to the military chief to bring Kenyan soldiers back home from Somalia. Full Article
world news A look into Rotary Club history and milestones in doing good By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:00:00Z The foundation uses its funds to eradicate poverty, to promote literacy and numeracy. Full Article
world news Why e-learning must go beyond Mwisho wa Lami By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:00:00Z From the top 20 students, only four had access to smartphones. Full Article
world news Hidden ‘talents’ emerge courtesy of coronavirus By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:00:00Z We all need some cheering up and need something to do with all the time we find ourselves with. Full Article
world news Making finances less emotive in marriage By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:00:00Z The best way to avoid arguing about money is to start talking about it before you get married. Full Article
world news Mother’s Day: Working mums forced to readjust in pandemic By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:00:00Z Some propose that frontline workers be housed at an isolated facility. Full Article
world news Joy and agony of travel by ship By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:00:00Z I well understand why so many murder stories are set on cruise ships. Full Article
world news Ledama ole Kina: valiant or tactless warrior? By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:10:00Z For him, as long as the Maa community is happy, nothing else matters. Full Article
world news Kanu sees path to poll success in Uhuru, Raila unity By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:10:00Z Kanu has rolled out online campaigns seeking to revamp itself General Election. Full Article
world news Curtain falls on man smitten with John F Kennedy magic By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:10:00Z He was a beneficiary of the Kennedy Airlifts, a project in the late 1950s and early 60s. Full Article
world news Schools scramble to embrace online learning By www.nation.co.ke Published On :: 2020-05-10T07:17:00Z It has exposed the huge economic disparities in homes that enhance social inequalities. Full Article