This archive report was first published on 18 August 2019.
As the world watched, Deputy President William Ruto showcased his impressive penalty shootout skills in Kericho's Green Stadium on August 17, 2019. The event was part of the Kenya Inter-Counties Sports and Cultural Association (Kicosca) games.
Before taking the challenge, Ruto warmed up the crowd with 9 perfect press-ups, leaving them in cheers. He then slotted in a perfect shot, throwing the stadium into celebrations.
Meanwhile, Pastor James Ng'ang'a of Neno Evangelism Ministry faced criticism for humiliating a 48-year-old woman who attended his service. The woman was ridiculed for wearing cheap rubber shoes and carrying items in a paper bag.
Reality TV star Steve Harvey broke down in tears during his visit to the historical slave trade castles in Ghana. The comedian, who wanted to experience what ancient Africans faced during the slave trade, found the experience overwhelming.
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga hosted billionaire Strive Masiyiwa at his Riat home in Kisumu county. The two held talks on improving the continent's infrastructural capacity.
Betin Kenya boss William Mugambi wed President Yoweri Museveni's niece, Rosette Burungi, in a colourful ceremony held at Nkubu Catholic church on August 17, 2019.
