Over the past decade, Kenya has faced a prolonged and severe drought. Rising global temperatures have been a key factor, leaving millions of Kenyans struggling to grow crops and sustain their livestock and their lives disease free. Ten counties are already experiencing drought, with Mandera in the critical “alarm” phase after experiencing one of the driest October–December rainy seasons on record. Urgent coordinated action is needed to save lives as communities await the next rains. (Pics/AFP)

Ethiopian runner Tadu Abate Deme won the Men’s Elite race at the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026, clocking an impressive 2:09:55. Kenya’s Leonard Langat finished second, while Ethiopia’s Merhawi Weldemaryam secured third, completing a strong podium finish. (Pics/YouTube.SonyLIV and Ashish Raje)