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The Sun
07-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
Guilherme Henrique dead at 30: Bodybuilding champion suddenly dies as heartbroken partner releases statement
A BRAZILIAN bodybuilding champion has died suddenly aged 30. Guilherme Henrique passed away on Monday after reportedly suffering from asphyxiation. 3 Brazilian authorities ordered an autopsy into the details surrounding his tragic death. Henrique was known as Gui Bull in bodybuilding and had a strong following in the fitness community in his homeland. His partner confirmed the sad news with a heartbreaking statement on social media which also hit back at vile trolls. Jessica Belenello wrote: "The cause of his death was asphyxiation due to bronchoaspiration and has nothing to do with the speculation that has been circulating. "If you don't have anything good to say, a word of affection, consolation, or respect, simply keep quiet. "Gui is the love of my life. "He was an incredible person, full of light, and deserves to be remembered as such. "The pain of his loss is immense, and we will treat him with the dignity he deserves. "We will take appropriate legal action against any offensive, false, or disrespectful comments. "Please respect the mourning, the memory, and the pain of his loss." Henrique secured five champion titles in Classic Physique and Classic Bodybuilding during his bodybuilding career. He also had a degree in Biology from the State University of Parana as well as both a master's and a PhD in Biochemistry. Gui Bull was studying for a degree in Nutrition at the University Center of Maringa before his death, too. Tributes poured in for the star online. Gui Bull was a human being with a giant heart who radiated energy The Parana Fisiculturismo Federation said: "Gui Bull was not just an athlete; he was a human being with a giant heart, who radiated energy and inspired everyone with his determination and sportsmanship. "In this moment of pain and longing, we raise our thoughts and prayers to God, asking that He receive him in His arms and envelop him in His eternal light. "May faith comfort the hearts of family and friends, bringing peace and serenity to face this difficult loss." Fans also flooded social media with tributes. One wrote: "Go with God Gui… We love you." Another added: "Wow, so young. My sincere condolences to the family." Henrique's death comes just a month after German bodybuilder and Netflix star Vittorio Pirbazari died aged 44 after collapsing while running on a treadmill. Another bodybuilder, Jodi Vance, was just 20 when she passed away in March following a heart attack.
Daily Mail
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Mystery as bodybuilding champion dies suddenly aged just 30 as autopsy is ordered
Authorities in Brazil have ordered an autopsy of a bodybuilding champion who has died suddenly aged just 30. Guilherme Henrique, known as Gui Bull, was a prominent figure in the sports and fitness community of Maringa, a city in the state of Parana. His death was confirmed on Monday but the cause behind it has not yet been disclosed. Henrique, who held a PhD in Biochemistry, was celebrated for his achievements in the Classic Physique and Classic Bodybuilding categories, securing five overall champion titles during his career. At the time of his passing, he was pursuing a degree in Nutrition at the University Center of Maringá. The Parana Fisiculturismo federation expressed deep sorrow over his death, stating: 'Gui Bull was not just an athlete; he was a human being with a giant heart, who radiated energy and inspired everyone with his determination and sportsmanship.' 'In this moment of pain and longing, we raise our thoughts and prayers to God, asking that He receive him in His arms and envelop him in His eternal light. 'May faith comfort the hearts of family and friends, bringing peace and serenity to face this difficult loss.' Paying tribute to the late athlete on Instagram, PortugalGMCOnline said Henrique 'established himself as an example of discipline and overcoming in sports'. Dozens of fans flooded the comment section with messages of their despair. One user wrote: 'Go with God Gui... We love you'. Another said: 'Wow, so young!!! My sincere condolences to the family!!!' The bodybuilder was also recognised for his academic accomplishments, holding a degree in Biology from the State University of Parana, and both a master's and doctorate in Biochemistry from the State University of Maringa. His burial is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, at the Municipal Cemetery of Paranavaí, his family's hometown. It comes after a German Netflix star bodybuilder collapsed and died while on a gym treadmill last month. Vittorio Pirbazari, 44, known for his villain role in Dogs of Berlin, passed away on April 2 with fellow actor and filmmaker Said Ibrahim taking to Instagram to confirm the tragic news. Ibrahim announced the death of his friend, writing: 'Vito had a soft heart like a ten-year-old'. According to the actor, Pirbazari may have suffered a heart attack while on the treadmill but this was not confirmed. And in March, bodybuilder Jodi Vance died aged 20 following a heart attack. Vance had been attending the Arnold Sports Festival in Ohio to support athletes she coached at the time of her death on February 27. 'Her heart stopped due to complications of severe dehydration. Despite all efforts by the hospital, they were unable to revive her,' Vance's family wrote on social media.
The Star
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
Roundup: Chinese EV brands attract visitors at e-mobility conference in Kenya
NAIROBI, May 5 (Xinhua) -- The third edition of the annual E-Mobility Stakeholders Conference and Expo kicked off on Monday in Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, with Chinese electric vehicles (EVs) drawing considerable attention from attendees. Lawrence Maringa, a 41-year-old car enthusiast, told Xinhua on Monday that he had seen electric vehicles on television, but had never sat or ridden inside green modes of transportation before. "The Chinese models look very advanced, and I am surprised at how spacious and quiet they are," Maringa said as he admired the Chinese automotive brand Neta, which is distributed by Moja EV Kenya, a motor dealer. Josephine Wanja, marketing manager at Moja EV, told Xinhua that visitors are especially impressed by the comfort, performance, and technology packed into the Chinese e-vehicle models, which retail at prices that make sense for the local market. Wanja noted that increased fuel prices and environmental awareness are pushing more Kenyans to consider electric vehicle options. The two-day event brought together more than 200 stakeholders from government, development agencies, and private sector innovators to explore opportunities for scaling up EVs, charging infrastructure, and policy frameworks. Terry Nderitu, head of business at e-PureRides, a company that imports the Chinese motor brand Dongfeng, said many visitors, including motorcycle taxi operators, fleet managers, and city dwellers, came to the expo looking for practical solutions to daily transport needs. Nderitu noted that Chinese EVs represent not just innovation but accessibility, and are a practical step toward sustainable mobility. Samuel Odindo, a ride-hailing driver, said he was considering switching to an electric vehicle because of its lower operational costs. Winnie Njenga, who is a sales executive at Loxea Kenya, a motor dealer that distributes the Chinese vehicle brand BYD, noted that for many visitors at the exhibition, it was their first direct interaction with EVs. Njenga revealed that Chinese brands stand out not only for their modern aesthetics but also for their affordability, suitability to local conditions, and ability to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Hezbon Mose, president of the Electric Mobility Association of Kenya, said Chinese electric vehicles are helping bridge the gap between innovation and accessibility in Africa's emerging EV market. Brian Waema, sales and information officer at Autopax, which imports the Chinese brand TailG electric motorbike, noted that potential clients are always amazed at the quietness and power of electric motorcycles. Claire Njoki, a lawyer, remained optimistic that electric cars will become common on Kenyan roads, given the speed at which Chinese EV manufacturers are engineering automobiles in terms of reliability, spare parts, and after-sales service.
Euronews
03-03-2025
- General
- Euronews
World Wildlife Day: Conservationists say green corridors can help animals thrive in Kenya
Conservationists in Kenya are warning of shrinking wildlife spaces in the east African country that generates substantial revenue from wildlife tourism. While conservation efforts over the past two decades have led to the recovery of many threatened species, the animals are losing wide swaths of habitat because of threats stemming from climate change and destructive human behaviour, activists warn. But, this World Wildlife Day, they also cite an opportunity in ' wildlife corridors ' - strips of land connecting areas that would otherwise be separated by human activities. By allowing free movement of animals and reducing incidents of human-wildlife conflict, such corridors support the growth of wildlife populations. Elephant, rhino, zebra and white lion populations are on the rise One conservation group that is trying to create such corridors is Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, which lies about 260 kilometres north of Nairobi, the Kenyan capital. Lewa is owned by a nonprofit that has acquired more land in recent years in a bid to connect Mount Kenya forest preserve to rangelands in northern Kenya. The sanctuary is home to 14 per cent of Kenya's remaining black rhinos, in addition to other mammal species ranging from lions to zebras. An annual wildlife census was underway when the Associated Press (AP) visited Lewa, where animal numbers have been going up over the years. The census involved the manual counting of each animal, with both ground rangers and aerial teams participating in the days-long effort. 'All this is an effort to ensure that we undertake the responsibility of accounting for every species that is found on Lewa, especially the most critically endangered ones and the threatened ones," said Dominic Maringa, head of conservation and wildlife at Lewa. 'We make sure it's a full census.' Lewa's elephant population increased from 350 individuals in 2014 to over 450 in 2024, according to figures provided by the conservancy. Similar growth was seen among white and black rhinos, a major draw for visitors. But rising wildlife populations strain ecosystems and need to be matched by stronger efforts to protect habitats and create new corridors, Maringa said. 'As conservationists, you have to be looking at these trends, relate them to climate change, relate them with people and human-wildlife conflict," he said. 'Maybe you are enjoying seeing a lot of elephants or buffalos. But at the end of the day what does that mean? You have to make sure you think ahead of the population.' Kenyan authorities report wildlife population growth trends across the country Figures from the wildlife authority show that elephant numbers have grown from around 16,000 in the late 1980s to nearly 37,000 in 2024. Black rhinos have increased from fewer than 400 in the 1990s to over 1,000 today. Critically endangered Grevy's zebras now number over 2,000, while lions have grown to approximately 2,600. But that success is threatened in some areas by growing human populations: Kenya's population has grown from 22 million in 1989 to over 55 million in 2025. How can wildlife corridors help ease human-wildlife tensions? Kenya Wildlife Service, or KWS, is encouraging conservancies such as Lewa and private landowners to open up wildlife corridors for free animal movement, with translocation efforts also underway to redistribute animals from crowded ecosystems into less populated areas. KWS, in a recent statement, cited the Tsavo-Amboseli ecosystem, an expansive protected area in southern Kenya that hosts key elephant migration routes, as 'increasingly under pressure due to human activities affecting the free movement of wildlife.' Similarly, the wildlife corridor known as Kitengela, which connects Nairobi National Park to the grasslands of southern Kenya, has faced fragmentation due to human settlements and infrastructure development. Beside climate change, rapid urbanisation driven by population growth is a major factor in the shrinking of wildlife corridors, according to KWS. There is also the additional problem of wildfires, with Kenya Forest Service reporting over 180 wildfires that have damaged more than 1,358 hectares of vegetation across the country since the beginning of this year.
Voice of America
03-03-2025
- General
- Voice of America
'Wildlife corridors' are encouraged to support Kenya's recovering animal populations
As nations mark World Wildlife Day, conservationists in Kenya are warning of shrinking wildlife spaces in the east African country that generates substantial revenue from wildlife tourism. While conservation efforts over the past two decades have led to the recovery of many threatened species, the animals are losing wide swaths of habitat because of threats stemming from climate change and destructive human behavior, activists warn. But they also cite an opportunity in what are known as wildlife corridors — strips of land connecting areas that would otherwise be separated by human activities. By allowing free movement of animals and reducing incidents of human-wildlife conflict, such corridors support the growth of wildlife populations. One conservation group that is trying to create such corridors is Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, which lies about 260 kilometers north of Nairobi, the Kenyan capital. Lewa is owned by a nonprofit that has acquired more land in recent years in a bid to connect Mount Kenya forest preserve to rangelands in northern Kenya. The sanctuary is home to 14% of Kenya's remaining black rhinos, in addition to other mammal species ranging from lions to zebras. An annual wildlife census was underway when the AP visited Lewa, where animal numbers have been going up over the years. The census involved the manual counting of each animal, with both ground rangers and aerial teams participating in the dayslong effort. 'All this is an effort to ensure that we undertake the responsibility of accounting for every species that is found on Lewa, especially the most critically endangered ones and the threatened ones," said Dominic Maringa, head of conservation and wildlife at Lewa. 'We make sure it's a full census.' Lewa's elephant population increased from 350 individuals in 2014 to over 450 in 2024, according to figures provided by the conservancy. Similar growth was seen among white and black rhinos, a major draw for visitors. But rising wildlife populations strain ecosystems and need to be matched by stronger efforts to protect habitats and create new corridors, Maringa said. 'As conservationists, you have to be looking at these trends, relate them to climate change, relate them with people and human-wildlife conflict," he said. 'Maybe you are enjoying seeing a lot of elephants or buffalos. But at the end of the day what does that mean? You have to make sure you think ahead of the population.' Kenyan authorities report wildlife population growth trends across the country. Figures from the wildlife authority show that elephant numbers have grown from around 16,000 in the late 1980s to nearly 37,000 in 2024. Black rhinos have increased from fewer than 400 in the 1990s to over 1,000 today. Critically endangered Grevy's zebras now number over 2,000, while lions have grown to approximately 2,600. But that success is threatened in some areas by growing human populations: Kenya's population has grown from 22 million in 1989 to over 55 million in 2025. Kenya Wildlife Service, or KWS, is encouraging conservancies such as Lewa and private landowners to open up wildlife corridors for free animal movement, with translocation efforts also underway to redistribute animals from crowded ecosystems into less populated areas. KWS, in a recent statement, cited the Tsavo-Amboseli ecosystem, an expansive protected area in southern Kenya that hosts key elephant migration routes, as 'increasingly under pressure due to human activities affecting the free movement of wildlife.' Similarly, the wildlife corridor known as Kitengela, which connects Nairobi National Park to the grasslands of southern Kenya, has faced fragmentation due to human settlements and infrastructure development. Beside climate change, rapid urbanization driven by population growth is a major factor in the shrinking of wildlife corridors, according to KWS. There is also the additional problem of wildfires, with Kenya Forest Service reporting over 180 wildfires that have damaged more than 1,358 hectares of vegetation across the country since the beginning of this year.
