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Kizimkazi, a historic fishing village on Zanzibar’s southern coast, hosts its annual festival from August 12-14, themed “Kizimkazi is thriving” with celebrations and opportunities. The event features dhow racing, cultural performances, exhibitions, and community projects to boost tourism and growth, opened by Zanzibar President Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi and closed by Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Kenyan visitors, including delegations like TwendeTZ Na Cassypool, emphasize people-to-people connections, shared culture, and lasting economic benefits for artists, businesses, and communities.

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Picture palm-fringed beaches and traditional dhow boats racing on turquoise waters, as Kenyans join Tanzanians for a festival that builds bonds across borders.

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Arsenal drew 1-1 with Como 1907 at the Emirates in their last pre-season match before defending their 2025/26 Premier League title, then won 4-3 on penalties thanks to David Raya's two saves and Christos Tzolis' decisive kick. Myles Lewis-Skelly opened the scoring after a defensive error and celebrated with an apologetic heart gesture to the crowd, while new signing Bruno Guimarães made his debut and shared his excitement afterward. Young academy players like Marli Salmon shone alongside the stars, leaving fans buzzing about the mix of experience and youth as the real season approaches.

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Myles Lewis-Skelly scored, then formed a heart with his hands while tapping the badge, winning fans over in an instant. It was a night full of debuts, young promise, and a reunion with old friend Cesc Fabregas.

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The 28-year-old centre-back, with less than two years left on his contract, has drawn bids from Benfica and several Premier League teams. A move to Benfica would reunite him with former Fulham manager Marco Silva, under whom he thrived for three seasons. Chelsea value him highly at around £120 million—far above market estimates of €16 million—and see younger defenders like Levi Colwill as untouchable, while fans debate cashing in on their free signing. No deal is imminent as the transfer window winds down.

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Tosin Adarabioyo, a key part of Chelsea's defense since joining for free in 2024, now faces a potential summer exit with clubs circling.

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The quake hit at 2:57 a.m. local time on August 9, centered 42-46 km east of Noda at a depth of 34-40 km. Japan's Meteorological Agency recorded maximum intensity 4 in northern coastal Iwate, with intensity 3 felt in parts of Aomori and inland Iwate. No tsunami warning was issued, and no damage or injuries have been reported, though aftershocks are possible in this active subduction zone.

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Residents along Japan's northeastern coast felt a noticeable jolt just before dawn, as a 5.6 magnitude earthquake rumbled offshore near Iwate.

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Eastleigh FC appointed former Sutton United manager Matt Gray on Thursday, following a rocky 2025-26 National League season that ended 17th with two sackings and an interim boss. Gray led Sutton to the National League title in 2021 and reunited with assistant Jason Goodliffe, praising the club's upgraded facilities. Fans and pundits welcomed the hire as a steady choice to bring stability and aim higher next season.

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Matt Gray returns to Eastleigh's Silverlake Stadium, where he once assisted, now taking the helm with a promotion from Sutton under his belt.

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The 21-year-old Argentine attacking midfielder has moved to La Liga's Elche on a season-long loan from Brighton & Hove Albion, with no buy option. After stints at Leicester, Chelsea, and Leeds, this deal offers regular minutes in a top European league. Brighton sporting director Mike Cave called it a great spot for more experience, while fans are split—some wish he'd gotten more chances at the club, others see it suiting his dribbling flair.

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Facundo Buonanotte grinned as he held up Elche's No. 10 shirt, signing on for a fresh start in Spain after loans across England.

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The comedian's Sisi Kwa Sisi campaign covered the 486-kilometer route from Nairobi's Nyayo Stadium to raise funds for a rescue center with a clinic, ambulances, donations warehouse, and free secondary school. Donors bought kilometers at KSh 10,000 each, allowing Omondi and supporters—who joined in sections wearing flags and Spider-Man costumes—to complete it faster than a typical walking pace. Despite torn ligaments, Omondi pushed on, praising Kenyans for overachieving and turning the walk into a community rally with celebrities and fans.

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Eric Omondi crossed the finish line at Mombasa's Mama Ngina Waterfront on Saturday, greeted by cheering crowds after a grueling four-day charity journey.

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Crystal Palace signed Brennan Johnson from Tottenham for £35 million in January 2026, but he's struggled for starts and impact, prompting talks for a swap with Everton's Dwight McNeil. McNeil, a regular under previous setups, nearly joined Palace before but now Everton is open to a deal amid valuation hurdles. Fans are split, with some Everton supporters seeing Johnson as an upgrade while others liken the swap to trading one illness for another; Palace eyes sales to meet UEFA squad cost rules as the window heats up.

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After a failed move last winter due to paperwork snags, Dwight McNeil could finally land at Crystal Palace—potentially in exchange for their pricey recent signing Brennan Johnson.

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Frustration over 32.7% unemployment and high crime rates has sparked calls for mass protests on June 30, led by activist Jacinta Ngobese-Zuma, who urges undocumented migrants to self-deport. Over 7,000 Malawians have already been repatriated from Durban, with chaotic scenes at makeshift sites lacking basics like water. While protesters blame migrants for taking low-skill jobs and filling prisons, economists argue immigrants fill gaps caused by ANC policies, and officials warn against vigilante actions as police gear up for the demonstrations.

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Thousands of Malawian migrants huddle in tents and abandoned buildings in Durban, fleeing mob threats amid rising local anger over jobs and crime.

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The 20-year-old Kenyan debuted for Real Sociedad in their 3-1 home victory over Elche, becoming just the third Kenyan to play in La Liga after McDonald Mariga and Michael Olunga. Real Sociedad took the lead through Luka Sučić and Mikel Oyarzabal before Elche pulled one back, with Óskarsson sealing it in the 89th minute. Ochieng, who rose through the club's youth ranks from Nairobi's Ligi Ndogo, earned praise from fans and the academy, who called it an unforgettable day as Kenya celebrates another talent shining abroad.

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Job Ochieng stepped onto the Reale Arena pitch in the 65th minute, arms soon locked in celebration with teammate Orri Óskarsson after the late winner.

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The Kenyan government has identified 18 counties in regions like Coastal, Lake Basin, Rift Valley, and North Eastern as high-risk for flooding, landslides, drought, food insecurity, and disease outbreaks due to a strong El Niño event. Above-normal rainfall is expected from October, with an 81 percent chance of strong El Niño and 97 percent likelihood of effects lasting into early 2027. Urban centers like Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu are prioritized for multi-agency response teams to manage displacement, infrastructure strain, and drainage issues. Authorities urge communities to clear drains, avoid flood-prone areas, and stay updated.

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Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kisumu face the biggest threats from heavy rains that could overwhelm city drains and roads.

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The 22-year-old midfielder joins from Slavia Prague on a season-long loan with an option to buy, becoming Charlton's seventh summer signing. Ouma links up with Sichenje, who arrived earlier in 2026, strengthening the club's Kenyan ties after their national team days together. His path from Nairobi City Stars to European clubs like Elfsborg, Slavia Prague, and a loan at Lech Poznań brings athleticism and 12 Kenya caps to the Championship squad. Manager Nathan Jones called him a long-monitored talent ready to boost midfield depth.

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Timothy Ouma posed proudly in Charlton's kit, holding the Kenyan flag next to compatriot Collins Sichenje — a heartfelt reunion for the Harambee Stars duo at The Valley.

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The club officially confirmed the 23-year-old Belgian keeper will wear No. 1 for the 2026/27 season, marking him as first choice following his £18 million move from Royal Antwerp last summer. In his debut 2025/26 campaign, Lammens played 32 league games, kept eight clean sheets, made 79 saves, and prevented more goals than any other goalkeeper—earning him Premier League Signing of the Season. With Altay Bayindir loaned to Celta Vigo, Lammens swaps his old No. 31 for the top spot, exciting fans who see it as a big vote of trust ahead of the new campaign.

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Senne Lammens steps into the spotlight, donning Manchester United's iconic No. 1 shirt after a breakout season that turned heads across the Premier League.

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The video shows Leonard delivering lines for Daktronics, the company behind the Clippers' Intuit Dome video board, amid reports of an undisclosed multimillion-dollar sponsorship deal. An insider called it a way to skirt NBA salary cap rules, with the league already investigating similar past claims involving Leonard and the Clippers. Online reactions mix humor about his rare chattiness—'most he's spoken in 15 years'—with speculation tying it to the probe, from image rehab to legal pressures.

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Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers star known for his quiet demeanor, suddenly speaks up in a 15-second promo clip shared on August 11. Fans can't believe it, joking he's getting paid big to break his silence.

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Real Sociedad have struck a verbal agreement with Olympique de Marseille to bring in 30-year-old center-back Nayef Aguerd on an initial loan worth €4m, including an €11m option to buy. The 190cm defender impressed during his 2024-25 loan spell at the Basque club while with West Ham, bringing strong clearances (4.60 per 90), 92.1% passing accuracy, and aerial prowess from his recent 16 appearances at Marseille. Marseille ease financial pressures by offloading him, while Sociedad bolster their backline with familiar leadership for their Europa League push. Medicals and paperwork are next, with fans already celebrating his return to San Sebastián.

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Nayef Aguerd is heading back to Real Sociedad, the club where he thrived on loan last season. The Moroccan defender only wanted this move, and now it's happening.

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The two-day event at the Kigali Convention Centre, organized by Rwanda Cooperation and UNDP Rwanda, focuses on turning peer learning into action for digital transformation, gender equality, and sustainable development goals. Foreign Affairs Minister Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe opened it by emphasizing equity and mutual respect, positioning Kigali as a hub for shared prosperity. Over 500 delegates from 45 countries attended the first day, with sessions led by Rwandan ministers highlighting practical steps like shared funds and inclusive partnerships. The convention marks Rwanda's rise from aid recipient to peer leader in Global South collaboration.

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Leaders from dozens of Global South nations gathered in Kigali, ready to swap knowledge as equals rather than relying on traditional aid.

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Penguin Random House India stopped distribution of *The Once and Future Riot* after spotting an inaccurate map during a pre-release check and receiving no fixes from Penguin UK. The 135-page comics journalism work, based on Sacco's 2014 interviews with Muslim victims, village leaders, and rural journalists in Uttar Pradesh, covers the riots that killed 62 people and displaced over 50,000, mostly Muslims. Indian writers like Ramachandra Guha decried the move as pusillanimous, while others noted Penguin's past caution, such as pulping Wendy Doniger's book in 2014 amid legal pressures.

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Joe Sacco's detailed graphic account of the 2013 Muzaffarnagar riots won't reach Indian shelves due to a disputed map of the country's borders.

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Her uncle faced deportation after an immigration hearing, part of ongoing ICE operations targeting undocumented Somalis in the Twin Cities since late 2025. The raids have emptied the local Somali mall, quieted neighborhoods, and sparked fear in the community, with businesses seeing sharp drops and families staying indoors. While some highlight the anxiety and family separations, supporters praise the enforcement as effective and patriotic, insisting laws must be followed.

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A Somali woman in Minneapolis broke down in a video, calling those unsympathetic to her uncle's deportation evil and immoral. The clip quickly drew sharp pushback from critics.

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The woman, holding a Zimbabwean passport, got her license while in South Africa and approached the embassy rather than her own country's mission. South Africans online pushed back, explaining that embassies serve only citizens and that non-citizens must email South Africa's Road Traffic Management Corporation at [email protected] for verification, followed by an apostille from Pretoria. They called her expectation entitlement, noting inconsistencies like using a Zimbabwean passport with a South African license abroad. The incident underscores debates on consular limits and accusations of xenophobia when foreigners seek services with national documents.

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A Zimbabwean in Japan walked into the South African Embassy in Tokyo expecting help converting her old South African driver's license. Instead, she called it xenophobia when they turned her away.

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