People
Profiles, interviews and news about the people shaping Kenya and Africa. From leaders and newsmakers to entrepreneurs, artists and ordinary Kenyans with extraordinary stories.
Sebastian Sawe Inducted Into Adidas Hall of Fame After Historic Marathon Record
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenyan marathon star Sebastian Sawe has been inducted into the Adidas Hall of Fame, adding another major honour to a career...
Obasanjo Explains Why He Returned to School at 77
Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo has explained why he returned to school at the age of 77, saying he wanted to demonstrate that education...
Kenyan Pupil Who Learned Chinese on YouTube Wins Africa Championship
NAIROBI, Kenya — A Kenyan primary school pupil who taught himself Chinese through YouTube and Facebook has emerged as Africa's champion in the sixth...
Four Kenyan Referees Picked to Officiate Egypt vs Angola AFCON Qualifier
NAIROBI, Kenya — Four Kenyan referees have been appointed by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) to officiate the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations...
Mike Sonko’s Daughter Saumu Enters Nairobi Woman Rep Race
NAIROBI, Kenya - Saumu Mbuvi, daughter of former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko, has formally entered the race for the Nairobi County Woman Representative seat...
The Scoop- Walls Have Ears
The Scoop by Y News is a one-page online magazine that takes you straight into Kenya's corridors of power. Each edition delivers sharp, thrilling stories – secrets, deals, and behind-the-scenes intrigues shaping the nation. Designed for the fast reader, The Scoop is made to be consumed in a glance and shared in a click.




