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President William Ruto's administration connected more than 10 million households to electricity, lifting national access above 75 percent. Kenya Power grew its customer base from 8.9 million in 2022 to 10.06 million by mid-2025, flipping from a KSh 4.43 billion loss in 2023 to a KSh 35.37 billion profit in 2025, with shares rising from KSh 1.38 to near KSh 17. Geothermal power now makes up 42 percent of capacity, backed by new transmission lines, substations, and green projects like EV assembly, all aiming for universal access by 2030.

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Over 10 million households now have power for the first time, thanks to steady grid expansions reaching rural homes.

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On March 8, the men's Uganda Cranes posted a tribute to the Crested Cranes using captain Khalid Aucho in his No. 8 jersey, tying into the date. Critics called it misogynistic and pushed for images of women like female managers or fans, while defenders saw a clever nod to the number 8. The women's team responded with their own No. 8 post featuring a female player, earning praise amid the ongoing debate.

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Uganda Cranes kicked off Women's Day with a pink graphic of their male captain blowing kisses to the women's team. Replies flooded in fast, questioning the choice.

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Maison Valentino's Fall/Winter 2026-27 'Interferenze' show, directed by Alessandro Michele, kicked off live from Palazzo Barberini at 7 p.m. CET on March 12. Jeff, the brand's first male Thai ambassador, rocked a grey knit sweater with a black panther graphic, while Freen, the first female Thai ambassador, stunned in a yellow suit jacket with an oversized black bow. A popular TikTok captured their stylish moments overlooking the city, as Thai and Italian fans coordinated hashtags and braved the rain with welcoming signs. Their front-row presence highlights Valentino's rising Thai influence amid bold prints and romantic runway designs.

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Under Rome's rainy skies, Jeff Satur and Freen Sarocha arrived in standout Valentino looks, drawing cheers from fans with banners and chants just before the big show.

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The 45-year-old has guided Ferencváros to back-to-back titles in Hungary and Israel, boasting a 65% win rate over 127 games, making him Celtic's top choice to replace Martin O'Neill this summer. Celtic's season turned chaotic after Brendan Rodgers' resignation and Wilfried Nancy's brief, disastrous stint with six losses in eight games, leaving them second in the Scottish Premiership, five points behind Hearts. Fans remain split: many praise Keane's progressive style and club history, while others criticize his time at Maccabi Tel Aviv during the Israel-Hamas war and question his UEFA credentials.

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Robbie Keane, the Irish striker who once donned Celtic green on loan, now eyes the Parkhead hot seat after steadying Ferencváros to the top of their league.

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New York (37-21) visits Cleveland (36-22) tonight at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with tipoff at 7:30 p.m. ET on Peacock, MSG and ESPN. The Knicks lead the season series 2-0, including a dramatic Christmas Day comeback from 17 down to win 126-124, but Cleveland's home streak stands at seven straight since acquiring James Harden. Star guards Jalen Brunson (26.8 ppg) and Donovan Mitchell (28.6 ppg) headline the matchup, as Tom Thibodeau's top-ranked defense faces Kenny Atkinson's No. 1 offense in a pivotal East playoff positioning fight.

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The Knicks and Cavaliers both carry 12-3 records over their last 15 games, setting up a high-stakes battle where one win vaults a team into sole possession of third place.

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Qatar's Ministry of Interior ordered the evacuation of specified areas, including parts of Education City in Doha, as a temporary precautionary measure to ensure public safety until the threat subsides. Qatar's Ministry of Defence intercepted a missile aimed at the country, with explosions heard in Doha. The ministry urged the public to rely on official sources and follow issued instructions.

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In a BBC Sport Africa interview, former United forwards coach McCarthy said Osimhen topped their 2023 summer striker list after his 26-goal Serie A season with Napoli. Club chiefs scratched him off due to the risk of missing him for Africa Cup of Nations mid-season, fearing the team would suffer without their main striker. United signed Rasmus Hojlund for £72m instead, while fans now call it a blunder, noting other African players like Andre Onana and Bryan Mbeumo miss games for AFCON too. McCarthy praised Osimhen's grit for Old Trafford pressure and called for better AFCON scheduling.

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Benni McCarthy pushed hard for Victor Osimhen at Manchester United, but one big worry stopped the £100m deal cold.

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In the Turkish series Arafta, Mercan grabs Ateş's hand, hugs him tightly, and pins him against a wall during a pivotal scene. The characters reaffirm their commitment to face struggles together and decide against signing divorce papers. The scene stars actors Emin Günenç as Ateş and İlsu Demirci as Mercan.

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader for over three decades, died on March 1, 2026, at age 86 in a U.S.-Israeli airstrike on his Tehran office, as confirmed by Iranian state media and announced by President Trump. On March 5, Tanzania's Foreign Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo visited Iran's embassy in Dar es Salaam for a routine diplomatic condolence, while South African President Cyril Ramaphosa wrote a letter of sympathy, posted by the Iranian embassy in Pretoria. U.S. Republicans, including the House Foreign Affairs Committee, condemned the actions amid Iran's ties to groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, though defenders framed them as standard diplomacy reflecting longstanding relations and non-aligned policies.

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Tanzania's foreign minister stood quietly beside a portrait of Iran's late leader, signing a condolence book in Dar es Salaam. Days later, South Africa's president sent a similar message from Chicago—gestures that ignited sharp criticism from U.S. conservatives.

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Italian-Haitian designer Stella Jean created the uniforms with lush green camo, tropical motifs, and the striking horse from a painting of Toussaint Louverture, who led Haiti's 1791 slave revolt. Alpine skier Richardson Viano and cross-country skier Stevenson Savart, both adopted by French families but representing Haiti, will wear them in Milan Cortina 2026—the nation's second Winter Games. Praised as spectacular art by NBC Olympics and fans, the designs drew criticism of the IOC's decision, with Haiti's ambassador noting that absence underscores their presence amid crisis.

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A galloping red horse without its rider graces Haiti's Winter Olympics outfits, symbolizing resilience after the IOC removed a revolutionary leader's image for being too political.

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Pep Guardiola commented to TNT Sports that Real Madrid have 15 Champions League titles, exceeding the number of years Manchester City has participated in the competition.

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Tamini General Insurance, licensed last month by the Insurance Regulatory Authority, runs on Takaful principles of mutual risk-sharing without interest or uncertainty, partnering with Salaam Bank Uganda launched by Museveni in 2024. This allows farmers to finance and insure crops seamlessly, targeting low-income groups where insurance coverage sits below 1%. Museveni praised the model as echoing Uganda's traditional 'omukwato' mutual aid, announced Shs20 billion for Muslim women's SACCOs, and urged borrowing for production over consumption to boost accessibility for the poor.

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Under Ramadan tents at a lively Iftar dinner, President Museveni signed the license plaque for Tamini, Uganda's pioneering Islamic insurance firm, blending faith and finance for everyday farmers.

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On March 10, Uganda's Chief of Defence Forces chaired the first meeting of the MK Fund board, kicking off a 1 billion shilling initiative offering up to 1 million shillings in non-repayable grants for young innovators in agriculture, services, manufacturing, and IT. The fund targets vulnerable urban youth, ensures at least 30% goes to women, and prioritizes regional balance, with a website soon for applications. Board members like Health Minister Jane Ruth Aceng praised its youth empowerment focus, though critics like activist Ronald Kule see it as political handouts amid bigger needs like healthcare.

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Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba gathered the MK Fund board in Fort Portal City, promising seed grants to help urban youth turn business ideas into reality. 'The only payback will be the success of the recipient,' he said.

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