Wycliffe Oparanya, the nominee for Cabinet Secretary for Enterprise and MSMEs, emphasized that key opposition figures nominated to join Kenya’s Kwanza government have not switched parties from the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Oparanya, who also serves as the ODM deputy leader, clarified that party members joining President William Ruto’s government after parliamentary approval will serve…
By HARRY MISIKO Kenya on Monday formally submitted Raila Odinga’s application for the top job at the African Union Commission in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The application was lodged by Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Singo’ei to the Office of the Legal Counsel of the African Union through the Dean of Eastern Region Dharmraj Busgeeth, who is…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) appointees to the cabinet have been challenged to use their dockets to positively change the lives of Kenyans. Gem Member of Parliament, Elisha Ochieng Odhiambo, who welcomed president William Ruto’s recent appointment of ODM members into his cabinet, said the dockets that the nominees from the opposition party have been…
Abel Oyaro of St Mary’s Yala (right) leaves Maseno players for dead during the Nyanza Region finals.[Sammy Omingo,Standard[ St Mary’s School Yala are determined to return to the East Africa Games, setting their sights on the KSSSA national finals set to commence on Sunday at Kisii School. With a renewed sense of purpose and rigorous…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua when he inspected the area damaged by the raging waters of Kijabe Dam in Maai Mahiu , Nakuru county on April 29, 2024. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] A Saturday night meeting at the Nairobi home of a Cabinet Secretary nominee opened the tap of troubles ahead for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The attendants at…
Mills, who guided Usain Bolt to two world records and multiple titles, has exuded confidence about his latest prospect Oblique Seville’s chances of making it to the podium despite an injury setback. Oblique Seville’s coach Glen Mills has exuded confidence ahead of the epic men’s 100m clash at the Paris Olympic Games. Mills, who guided…
The Immigration Department has announced changes to expedite the passport acquisition process after significant public outcry. In a notice issued on Sunday, July 28, 2024, the department stated that applicants will no longer need to book an appointment to collect their passports. This change follows numerous complaints raised by Kenyans online regarding the passport application…
By JULIUS BARIGABA Ugandan military officer Lt-Gen Sam Kavuma finally took office as the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (Atmis) Force Commander on July 28, more than three months after he was named to the post in April to replace his compatriot Lt-Gen Sam Okiding, who was appointed Deputy Chief of Defence Forces of Uganda…
Former Isiolo South Member of Parliament Abdi Tepo has been charged with the possession of fake bank notes among four other counts at the Milimani Law Courts on Monday, July 29, 2024. The former MP was arrested alongside his wife who worked at the defunct National Hospital Insurance Fund (NHIF) on Thursday, July 25, 2024….
The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has acquired advanced Near Infrared (NIR) technology, known as the Pillscan, to bolster its efforts in safeguarding drug quality across Kenya. This state-of-the-art tool, provided by the Mission of Essential Medicines and Supplies, will be utilized for on-site screening of medical products at PPB regional offices and key entry…
Malkia Strikers Middle blocker Trizah Atuka during the World Cup in Japan. [FIVB] In a battle akin to that of David and Goliath, the Kenya women’s national volleyball team Malkia Strikers will today take on giants Brazil in their opening match of the 2024 Paris Olympics at the South Paris Arena 1. Going into the…
Ndolo has now revealed her plans after being knocked out of the Paris 2024 Olympics, with the next set of games set to take place in 2028. Kenyan fencer Alexandra Ndolo has revealed her plans after bowing out of the Paris 2024 Olympics. The world silver medalist showcased her exceptional talent, in the round of…
President William Ruto announced that Kenyans seeking job opportunities abroad will receive passports within a week. He revealed that the government is actively sourcing employment opportunities abroad for Kenyans, noting that there are currently 400,000 job openings. The President stated that the government will cover the cost of air tickets for those traveling and will…
Chief Justice Martha Koome has heaped praises on the new CEO of the National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) after swearing her in on Monday, July 29, 2024. Dr Purity Ngina is a lady of many firsts, among them being the youngest PhD holder in biomathematics Kenya in June 2018, at only 28 years of…
Kenya’s Wyclife Kinyamal celebrates after winning in a past race. [AFP] When the country’s middle and long distance track team jets out of the country this evening for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, Wyclife Kinyamal will be carrying with him gigantic hopes. High-spirited and confident, the two-time Commonwealth champion will be vying for an Olympic…