AU Commission chairperson Moussa Faki calls for de-escalation of tension in Eastern DRC, insists there will be no military solutions to problems within Africa.

Preparations for the burial of the late World Marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum were halted at Chepsamo Primary School due to heavy winds that brought down the tents already erected. The security and planning teams are currently searching for a different venue within the area.

[Christopher Kipsang, Standard]

Spain court sentences former Barcelona defender Dani Alves to four and a half years in prison for sexually assaulting a woman at a club; orders him to pay her Sh26.6 million. www.standardmedia.co.ke

Court dismisses Edna Otieno's application seeking to stop Kelvin Kiptum's burial over paternity claim; rules funeral arrangements are at an advanced stage and advises her to seek other legal options. standardmedia.co.ke

Funeral venue for Marathon World Record Holder Kelvin Kiptum moved to Chepkorio Grounds in Elgeyo Marakwet after organisers cite strong winds; he will be interred at his new home in Naiberi tomorrow.