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Topic: Drought

Cristiano Ronaldo ends five-year trophy drought with Saudi league win, heads to the World Cup on a high

By Jael Wakesho   2026-05-22 11:48:37

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace, including a stunning free-kick, as Al-Nassr beat Damac 4-1 to clinch the 2025–26 Saudi Pro League title and end a five-year trophy drought.

Sh19.3 Billion appeal for drought crisis

By Mike Kihaki   2026-05-20 20:36:52

Special Programmes sector has appealed to Parliament for an additional Sh19.3 billion to bolster emergency relief operations as Kenya faces worsening drought conditions

Rain eases drought- NDMA

By Antony Gitonga   2026-04-21 12:16:11

National Drought Management Authority says recent rains have eased drought conditions across Kenya, though malnutrition in ASAL regions remains a serious concern.

Leeds end 45-year Old Trafford drought with 2-1 shock win over Man United

By Jael Wakesho   2026-04-14 12:32:43

Noah Okafor’s brace inspired Leeds United to a historic 2-1 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford, ending a 45-year wait and deepening United’s setback under Michael Carrick.

Lamu backs drought plan as focus shifts to long-term resilience

By Juliet Omelo   2026-04-13 18:16:07

Lamu County has endorsed a new drought framework focused on long-term resilience, shifting from emergency response to sustainable solutions for water, food security and climate adaptation.

Plan International launches drought mitigation programme in Kilifi, Kwale

By Marion Kithi   2026-04-12 15:34:00

Plan International has launched a programme designed to cushion communities from food insecurity while strengthening school retention and child protection systems in Kilifi and Kwale counties.