Manchester United, once the gold standard of English football, continues to stumble both on and off the pitch. While the club struggles to rediscover its identity, a worrying pattern has emerged: players either stagnate at Old Trafford or leave to rediscover their form elsewhere. The recent departures and moves of key figures have left fans asking—does United itself have a deeper issue?

The most headline-grabbing case is the £40 million (approximately KSh 7.2 billion) transfer of Alejandro Garnacho to Chelsea. At just 21, the Argentine winger was widely regarded as United’s brightest young star. His decision to swap Old Trafford for Stamford Bridge suggests not only a search for a bigger role but also disillusionment with United’s current project. Losing such talent so early in his career is a bitter pill for fans to swallow.

Then there’s Marcus Rashford, once hailed as the homegrown hero destined to lead United into a new era. After years of inconsistency and criticism, Rashford has taken a bold step by joining Barcelona on loan, hoping to redeem himself away from the intense pressure of Manchester. His move reflects not just personal struggles but also the failure of the club to create an environment where local talents can flourish consistently.

Antony, too, embodies the broader problem. Signed for a staggering fee, the Brazilian has failed to establish himself as the game-changer he was expected to be. Many wonder if, like Memphis Depay or Ángel Di María before him, Antony might only shine once he leaves Old Trafford for a club with a clearer tactical system.

The pattern extends further back. Romelu Lukaku, once written off at United, became a Serie A champion with Inter Milan. Memphis Depay, mocked during his time in England, reinvented himself in France. Di María, criticized during his brief stay, returned to PSG and later won the World Cup with Argentina. The list goes on, painting a worrying picture

The consistent theme is this: Manchester United no longer seems to provide the structure, stability, and tactical clarity that top talents need to thrive. Instead, players either underperform or look elsewhere for redemption. Unless the club fixes its recruitment strategy, managerial instability, and muddled footballing vision, more Garnachos and Rashfords may slip away.

For fans, the nightmare is not just losing matches, it’s losing the players who could have been the backbone of United’s revival.

Ateam of International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff will visit Kenya this week to begin talks with the government on a possible IMF-backed programme.

Led by Haimanot Teferra, the IMF’s mission chief for Kenya, will visit Nairobi from September 25 to October 9, 2025.

“At the request of the Kenyan authorities, an IMF staff team will begin initial discussions in the coming days on a possible Fund-supported program,” Ms. Teferra said. “The IMF remains committed to supporting Kenya in its efforts to maintain macroeconomic stability, safeguard debt sustainability, strengthen governance, and promote inclusive and sustainable growth for the benefit of the Kenyan people.”

Kenya’s four-year $3.6-billion IMF programme with IMF expired in April 2025. The East African nation missed out on a final disbursement of about $850 million after struggling to meet key targets, including reducing its budget deficit and increasing tax revenue.

Officials, led by Central Bank of Kenya Governor Kamau Thugge, have been pushing for Kenya to get a new IMF-backed programme.

In an interview in August 2025, Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi said that Kenya wanted to negotiate “a programme that aligns with this government’s strategy and policy direction, one of which is to have tax predictability”.

“We look forward to constructive engagement with the authorities and other stakeholders during our visit to Nairobi,” Ms. Teferra added.

or decades, radio was the primary source for music, news, and entertainment, shaping morning routines to late-night drives. But over the last decade, podcasts have quietly taken over, especially among younger audiences, reflecting changing habits and the rapid evolution of technology.

Young listeners have grown up in an on-demand culture where streaming platforms, social media, and instant downloads define how they consume content.

Unlike radio, which requires tuning in at a specific time, podcasts are available anytime and anywhere, fitting perfectly into busy schedules. Whether someone is commuting, exercising, or winding down before bed, a podcast is only a tap away, making it far more convenient than traditional broadcasts.

The limitless flexibility and variation that podcasts provide is another factor that makes them popular. While radio stations often stick to specific music genres or general talk shows, podcasts cover a wide range of topics, from true crime and comedy to mental health and niche hobbies.

For a generation that values individuality and diverse perspectives, this wide range of topics feels far more engaging and authentic.

The shift from radio to podcasts shows how younger generations value convenience, variety, and a personal touch.

Podcasts allow them to choose what matters most, when it matters to them, without being tied to a station’s timetable.

Radio may have laid the foundation, but the freedom and intimacy of podcasts have captured the hearts and headphones of a new era of listeners

enya is tightening its grip on the fast-growing digital economy with fresh proposals targeting global technology companies.

The National Treasury has published the Income Tax (Significant Economic Presence Tax) Regulations, 2025, which seek to levy a final tax on foreign firms providing digital services to Kenyans, regardless of whether they have offices in the country.

The proposed framework expands Kenya’s digital taxation scope, capturing services that have become part of everyday life.

These include artificial intelligence (AI) platforms, search engines, video and music streaming, cloud hosting, e-learning, online ticketing, ride-hailing apps, digital advertising, and online marketplaces.

Companies like Netflix, Google, TikTok, Amazon Web Services, Airbnb, Coursera, and ChatGPT are among those that may be required to remit taxes on revenue generated from Kenyan users.

Treasury officials argue that the regulations are necessary to ensure equity in the tax system.

While local firms are taxed on income, multinational digital giants have long operated in Kenya without paying comparable taxes, despite earning significant revenues from the local market.

By using indicators such as local IP addresses, billing details, and Kenyan payment systems, the regulations create a basis for identifying and taxing these companies.

This move mirrors a global trend where governments are racing to close loopholes that allow tech giants to shift profits across jurisdictions.

Countries in Europe, Asia, and Africa have introduced or proposed similar measures, pending broader consensus from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on international digital tax reforms.

Kenya’s approach underscores its determination to safeguard revenue in an increasingly digitalized economy.

However, stakeholders warn that implementation must be carefully handled to avoid double taxation, compliance burdens, or discouraging digital innovation.

If enacted, the Significant Economic Presence Tax could reshape the operating environment for foreign tech firms and reinforce Kenya’s position as a pioneer in taxing the digital economy in Africa.

League Two side Grimsby Town have been fined £20,000 for fielding an ineligible player, Kenyan international Clarke Oduor, during their historic Carabao Cup victory over Manchester United. However, their giant-killing result will stand.

The English Football League (EFL) announced the sanction after Grimsby self-reported an administrative error concerning the registration of the Kenyan international. The club submitted the necessary paperwork for the new signing at 12:01 PM on August 26th, just one minute after the competition’s strict noon deadline.

Oduor came on as a second-half substitute in the thrilling Round Two tie held at Blundell Park. The match ended 2-2 after extra time, with Grimsby famously winning 12-11 in a nail-biting penalty shootout to progress to the next round.

The club discovered the error the day after the monumental victory and immediately notified the EFL. In its ruling, the Board noted that the breach was “not deliberate, with no intention to deceive or mislead,” attributing it to an unfortunate administrative oversight.