Michael Carrick has agreed to take over as Manchester United’s interim head coach. Former England assistant manager Steve Holland will serve as his deputy. Carrick finalised the deal on Monday night. The club will confirm the appointment on Tuesday after completing paperwork. Jonathan Woodgate,
The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) has ordered a temporary suspension of public internet and selected mobile services.Moreover, the directive took effect at 6pm on January 13, 2026, during the ongoing election period. Scope of the SuspensionThe directive affects public internet access, SIM card sales, registration, and outbound data roaming.Additionally, exemptions
The Kenyan government has launched nationwide distribution of subsidised fertiliser ahead of the April planting season.Moreover, the Ministry of Agriculture confirmed over three million 50-kilogram bags will reach key agricultural regions. Flag-Off Ceremony in MombasaOn January 13, Agriculture Principal Secretary Paul Ronoh flagged off the fertiliser subsidy programme in
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has opposed a court order barring government body from hiring private advocates.Moreover, the society warned the directive undermines fair competition and marginalizes independent legal practitioners. Court Order Sparks ControversyOn January 13, 2026, Nakuru Petition E001 issued conservatory orders blocking public entities from procuring
Florentino Perez turns to Alvaro Arbeloa following Super Cup defeat and inconsistent form Xabi Alonso’s reign as Real Madrid head coach has ended after less than eight months, with the Spanish giants confirming his departure on Monday. Alonso arrived at the Santiago Bernabeu with high expectations. Club bosses believed his tactical intelligence would modernise Madrid’s
Barely a week after opening its portal, KUCCPS outlined 36 KMTC courses and minimum requirements for applicants.Moreover, the placement service confirmed opportunities for KCSE candidates with grades ranging from C to D. Certificate Programmes AvailableKUCCPS listed several certificate courses for form four leavers.Additionally, options include Community Health Assistant,
The University of Nairobi (UoN) and Moi University are among five institutions whose law licences expired in December 2025.Moreover, the Council for Legal Education (CLE) confirmed renewal applications remain under review pending audits and inspections. CLE Confirms Licence ExpiryOn January 13, 2026, CLE announced that UoN’s Parklands Campus and Moi University School of
Mobile phone users across Kenya could soon enjoy improved network services.Moreover, the Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) has launched consultations to revise quality-of-service standards for mobile operators. Public Consultations on New RulesCAK announced public consultations to assess how mobile companies deliver 5G services to consumers.Additionally, Kenyans have
The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) elections were aborted after violence erupted in Homabay County.Moreover, officials suspended the exercise midway after ballot boxes were destroyed by unknown attackers. Chaos at Polling CentreOn January 12, a group stormed the polling centre and set ballot boxes ablaze.Additionally, teachers fled the venue in
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has ordered the removal of roadside developments along Mombasa Road.Moreover, the directive covers the 27-kilometre stretch from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to James Gichuru Junction. Notice Issued to Roadside OperatorsIn a notice dated January 13, 2026, KeNHA directed owners to dismantle billboards, nursery











