By MOSES K. GAHIGI Rwanda is going to enjoy the windfall from Britain after the ill-fated asylum deal with London fell through, as the new Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer, killed the scheme on his first day in office. Rwanda will not pay back the money it was advanced by Britain, with the new government…
Crooks is alleged to have opened fire while the former US president was addressing a crowd in Butler, Pennsylvania, leaving one audience member dead and two others badly hurt. The 20-year-old was shot dead at the scene by a Secret Service sniper, officials said. Thomas Crooks had not been carrying ID, so investigators used DNA…
Over 23,000 runners are expected to participate in this year’s Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon scheduled 27th October 2024. According to Peter Gitau, the chairperson local organizing committee, this year’s race is expected to bring together the largest number of runners ever since its inception over two decades ago. Speaking at Tatu City in Ruiru,…
Spain defender Marc Cucurella in action against France on Tuesday. [AFP] England, aiming to end a 58-year wait to win a major trophy, face a Spain side hoping for a record fourth triumph in the Euro 2024 final tonight (10pm). La Roja have been the tournament’s dominant side, storming to the final by beating holders…
President William Ruto , AIPCA Nyandarua North Diocese Bishop David Kibui (centre) and Leshau West Parish Reverend Joseph Maina during a church service at Ndogino, Ndaragwa, Nyandarua County on July 14, 2024. [PCS, Standard] President William Ruto has turned to the church for prayers to help him form a cabinet. With the president expected to name a…
The Harambee Stars midfielder dominated in midfield as Elfsborg claimed huge win over Hacken. Harambee Stars midfielder Timothy Ouma was instrumental in helping IF Elfsborg gain a dramatic 5-3 win over Hacken in an Allsvenskan match that took place on Sunday afternoon. Ouma, who has become an integral part of Elfsborg’s plans playing as a…
The Waste and Environment Management Association of Kenya (WEMAK), which represents waste service providers, has voiced strong opposition to the National Environment Management Authority’s (NEMA) recent ban on plastic garbage bags for organic waste. NEMA issued this directive on April 8, requiring that all organic waste from households and institutions be placed in 100 percent…
By MOSES K. GAHIGI By BRIAN OCHARO Thousands of Rwandans in the diaspora on Sunday voted at their nearest diplomatic missions around the world as the country decides who will be their head of state and MPs for the next 5 year-term. The voting by the diaspora opened the electoral D-Day by Rwanda whose general…
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has urged the government to prioritize the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) following Kware’s incident. Taking to her official X account on Sunday, July 14, 2024, Wavinya said that the national government should intensify the protection of women and the girl child to prevent femicide. “I also urge the Government to…
Western Kenya Karate officials have endorsed Engineer Richard Binga’s bid to vie for the chairmanship of the Kenya Karate Federation(KKF) during the upcoming federation elections. The Chairman of Kakamega Karate Association, Wilson Mutende expressed confidence that the new leadership will steer Karate activities in the country. Binga is the current chairman of the World…
Ng’iya Girls point guard Cecilia Atieno (left) attempts a shot during their final against Nyakach Girls.[Washington Onyango,Standard] Siaya County giants Ng’iya Girls are the new Nyanza Region Secondary School basketball 3×3 champions. Ng’iya who finished runners up last year were crowned the 2024 regional champions after seeing off Kisumu County’s Nyakach Girls 10-6 in a…
Sadio Mane’s agent dismisses rumors of his return to Salzburg confirming he is content and focused at Al-Nassr for the upcoming season. Senegal superstar Sadio Mane has been the subject of intense speculation recently, with rumors swirling about a possible return to his former club Red Bull Salzburg. However, his agent Bjorn Bezemer has firmly…
The High Court has declined to temporarily suspend sections of the Affordable Housing Act, including the collection of the levy, citing public interest in allowing the law to continue until the petitions are resolved. A three-judge bench underscored that laws enacted by Parliament are presumed constitutional, and unless there is clear evidence of rights violations,…
Home NEWS Local News Kware Police Station officers moved as probe begins The Acting Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has moved officers from Kware Police Station to ensure a fair and balanced investigation. More to follow…… …
Louis Sechen of Highway Secondary School celebrate his goal against Olympic High School during their Nairobi Region Secondary Schools’ football final match at Jamhuri High School. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Surprises marked the last day of the Nairobi Region Secondary Schools Term Two Games at the Jamhuri High School. Highway Secondary School and Hospital Hill High School…