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The English Premier League was suspended indefinitely following a meeting of its 20 clubs, who mentioned financial painkiller measures which includes asking players to take a massive pay reduce all through the coronavirus outbreak. Having previously given a tentative – and inconceivable — return date of April 30, the world’s richest league said the season would now not be resuming at the start of next few months and “will solely return when it is secure and suitable to do so,” and only with the full guide of government and medical guidance. Teams have nine or 10 games left to play in the Premier League, with Liverpool – the leader by 25 points – nevertheless desiring two extra wins to clinch its first title since 1990. The FA Cup is at the quarterfinal stage. “There is a blended goal for all remaining domestic league and cup matches to be played,” the league said, “enabling us to keep the integrity of every competition.” UEFA, in a letter signed by means of the European Club Associatio

Photo: Jerome Boateng  Football players are seen as role models but some of soccer ambiguous names gone ahead to break quarantine rules in this coronavirus pandemic that has been a huge threat. Some player have had they cars crashing and one of these star is almost being given a prison sentence. Jerome Boateng of Bayern Munich is one of the latest cases who went against government advice after he crashed his car. Boateng a 2014 FIFA world cup winner was driving on a snowy road from Munich to Liepzig to visit his ill son and unfortunately had an accident. Boateng has since been fined by Bayern Munich. Boateng told BILD that he accepts any fine if it is justified. He further claimed that he accepts any fine for he went to visit his sick son who called upon him. And if he is fined it is for the sake of his son. However Boateng is not the only player to break government directives. Aston villa's Jack Grealish was also in a car accident with two cars parked while he was on his on way to

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to claim many lives some who are well endowed with financial resources have dug into their pockets to finance the curb against the spread of the deadly virus. Elite players are on the spotlight of our donations to the world. Calls have emanated from several places of the world urging the players to donate to health care services or agree to take a pay cut so that the non-playing staff can continue to be paid.  Players have taken pay cuts like Lionel Messi and other Barcelona players agreed to have the salaries cut by 70%.. The group of Gerald Pique and Sergio Ramos have been spotted in their charity efforts to the needy. Moreover the Ronaldo and his Juventus counterparts have agreed to cut the save the club about $101m. German clubs that include Borussia Dortmund, Bayern Munich, RB Liepzig and Bayern Leverkusen will share their money with other clubs to counter job loses. On April 3 premier league stated that its 20 clubs had agreed upon a 30% pay

Photo: China President  Chinese government has responded to the claims of mistreatment of African foreigners in the country at the Province of Guangzhou. Zhao Lijian the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson stated that all foreigners are being treated equally and that they have zero tolerance to discrimination. His sentiments are after African foreigners in Guangzhou complained that they were forcefully evicted from their apartments, being discriminated from using shopping malls and even being forced to be tested for coronavirus. The Chinese government also said that all measures are being put in place to ensure all people are treated equally. In addition he said that all the African patients who got infected have been treated since the outbreak. Among those measures include provision of health services without discrimination, setting aside of hotels for foreigners under medical observation and price adjustment for those in a financial crisis. The Chinese government further stated tha

Photo: American ambassador to Kenya Kyle American ambassador to Kenya Kyle on Thursday, May 28, balanced in on the ongoing debate regarding whether or not the government should reopen schools amid the Covid-19 pandemic. The ambassador advised the relevant authorities to exercise caution, adding that the new normal could warrant a restructuring of the entire education system. The group stated that the Google Loon Kenya Project was timely as it meant that the country had the infrastructure in place to make e-learning a reality. On April 3 this year, information from Flight Radar speculated that two balloons are currently airborne in Migori and Homa Bay areas, hovering at 60,000 feet. Ambassador McCarter went on to caution against losing sight of the fact that the covid-19 was still a serious issue and that the guidelines on social distancing and sanitisation needed to be maintained at all costs. "Kenya is America's best ally in Africa, which is why we are currently training over

 PHOTO: Education Cs George Magoha With KNUT Secretary General Wilson Sossion When the first Corona Virus case was announced in March this led to the closure of schools and universities in the country. The Corona Virus pandemic that has crippled many nations in the world did not exempt Kenyans as a nation. However drawing lessons from other countries that have reopened schools it is possible for Kenya to re-open in June under through strict observation guidelines provided by the government. According to a report by the daily Mail magazine about 22 countries have already opened schools and the good news is that they have not experienced any increase in the Corona infections. Actually in France 1.4 million last week as 40,000 schools opened in the country, however the only students from the upper primary classes and above were allowed to go to school. The task force that is going around the country is a possible indication that the government could likely open schools. The government can

Photo: Jubilee Insurance chairman Nizar According to a report by the standard on 21st March the Jubilee insurance company made a profit of over 4 billion. However, Jubilee holdings insurance manager expressed dissapointment after they registered a slight decrease in the profit margin from the past financial year.  In the financial year of 2018 to 2019 they recorded a profit of Ksh 4.13 billion against the latest profit of Ksh 4.02 billion. The chairman Nizar said that they had lower insurance results of Sh2.63 billion compared to Sh2.89 billion in 2018 and this can be attributed to a lower share of profit among the investors in the Jubilee company. The company registered a growth in the company assets by 14 per cent to Sh130.08 billion from Sh114.19 billion, as the company sharebeares equity grew up to Ksh 28.25 billion. The Jubilee insurer registered overall growth to Sh11.48 billion, but with a disappointment underwriting loss of Sh480 million.

Netizens went on twitter to react after Donald Trump an action that resembles what Magufuli did. The United States president Donald Trump announced that he plans to reopen schools very soon.  Donald J. Trump twitted,"Schools in our country should be opened ASAP. Much very good information now available." This move comes a few days after the Tanzanian president Pombe Magufuli announced that he could like to open schools by June. The United States president Donald Trump has continued to amuse people with the tactics he is using in fighting the Corona virus pandemic. Recently he announced that he is taking the anti-malarial drug to protect himself from the corona virus disease. This is how netizens reacted.  @Baligubadle1 President Barack Obama should address the nation tomorrow night at 8:00 PM. @DavMicRot I want school in the fall, desperately, but it is not by will alone: PPE, testing & tracing, social distancing & quarantine protocol. We Need A Fucking Plan. @DavMicR

PHOTO: Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa A report that was published by the South African Business Magazine ranked Safaricom as the leading company in the East Africa region. The research was carried out among 17 East African companies whose value was at $20.2 billion (3.4 % of total market revenue of the companies analysed).  The Safaricom telecommunications company was listed as the most valuable company in the East Africa region, with a market revenue generation of $9.96 billion and a net cash inflow of $598 million. The $10 billion market worth made Safaricom to be ranked at the 10th position on the continent, an improvement from 14 in last year’s ranking. Safaricom defeated sister companies such as Vodacom Tanzania improved from position 98 from 135 last year. However, Tanzania Cigarette Company moved to position 105 from 146 last year. The South Africa companies took of the market capitalisation of this year’s rankings as leading companies have gone globally and their international mark

Photo: Governor Waiguru's house  Ann Waiguru is serving as the current governor for Kirinyaga County under the Jubilee party and Uhuru's government. The governor came to the limelight in the first term of Uhuru's government when she was in charge of the National Youth Service. Ann Waiguru has an amazing house at Kitusuru, that is admired by many people. The house is estimated between 100 million to 150million. Kirinyaga governor's compound is well secured with all round CCTV coverage. Waiguru never experiences power black out because they have a Standby generator. The compound has a dip well dug borehole that supplies water to various parts of her multi-million house. There is no boredom at Waiguru's company, she has a lucrative Swimming pool where her children have fun.  Kurinyaga governor's compound also has Jacuzzi Steam gym, Sauna and a Children’s play ground where her future grandchildren will have fun.  The mansion has well furnished Meeting room where she

Prophet David Edward Owuor is arguably the most educated and popular servant of God in Kenya. Miracles that Prophet Owuor performs have amazed many people. This has made many people in Kenya to question his ability to perform very many miracles. However, Dr David Edward Owuor's ministry was built on a prayerful foundation which has enabled him to do exploits in the Kingdom of God. The mighty prophet of the lord spends more time in the prayer closet which grants him powers to perform very powerful and explicit miracles during his national crusades in the country. The prophets prays for the healing of people with HIV and AIDS, cancer and other deadly chronic diseases. Actually we can learn from the Bible about prophets like Moses and Elisha who used to pray to God which, enabled them to perform miracles such as raising the dead and supernatural wonders. The prophet surprised many people by his ability to draw very many people to crusade. Dr David Edward Owuor actually attracts over 5

Besides Pastor Ng'ang'a being a clergy man he is a well established businessman. The famous pastor owns many properties but what will amuse you is his multi-million Sunny Hotel. Pastor Ng'ang'a's restaurant has a high-class executive bar and hotel section also has the multiple hotel suites that are necessary for tourist luxury and accommodation. Ng'ang'a's restaurant is also well placed as ideal for couple outings, family get-togethers and official Kenyan church conferences. The evangelist's hotel has arge open playground, a high-class swimming pool and a high class parking space also add up to the features that place the hotel in a good position to attract revellers. Pastor Ng'ang'a is very happy about his wealth, indicating that for the preachers serving under him to be successful , they had to give full respect to him. Pastor Ng'ang'a who is the head of Neno Evangelism center is among the leading televangelists in the country.The c

[Photo: Mercy Mwangangi at a meeting] The Chief Assistant Secretary came to limelight after she was appointed by the president Uhuru Muigai Kenyatta. The beautiful lady has been praised by many people because of her eloquence and successful lifestyle. Dr Mercy Mwangangi was educated by his father. His father has stood by her side always. The CAS draws moral support and encouragement from his father. [Photo: Dr Mercy Mwangangi] Unlike other men who are absent from their families, her Dad was always there for their family. Mercy Mwangangi who is older than her sibling by 10 years is an inspiration to many young people who could like to climb up the ladder in the medical field. google.com, pub-7119496584256953, DIRECT, f08c47fec0942fa0 Mercy Mwangangi has maintained integrity and personal discipline. Unlike other female celebrities who have been in the spotlight over immorality she has maintained her dignity. Dr Mercy Mwangangi has been silent about who will be her future husband. She mai

PHOTO: State house deputy spokesperson Kanze Dena [Courtesy Web] Whenever you see Kanze Dena smiling on your television screen, it is hard to believe of what she has undergone in her life. Kanze Dena is currently working as the deputy spokesperson to the president of the republic of Kenya. Kanze has been through very tough seasons since she was a young child. The renown Kenyan media and communication personality stands out to be as source of inspiration to the girl child in the country. PHOTO: State house deputy spokesperson Kanze Dena [Courtesy Web] After her form four KCSE national exams she gave birth to a beautiful child called Natasha. However, the man who impregnated her vanished and hurtfully abandoned Kanze. She tried to hide the pregnancy from her Duruma Mother but the mum later knew about it. Kanze Dena had a plan of taking the infant to a children's home but her mum resisted. She got a blow when her first born child Natasha passed on. The death of her first born landed h