Discover Team USA’s men’s track and field roster for Paris 2024, featuring stars like Noah Lyles and Rai Benjamin aiming for gold. The Olympics are once again upon us, and Team USA is ready to make a mark at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. With a mix of returning medalists and fresh faces, the American…
The family of Joshua Okayo, the president of the Kenya School of Law (KSL) student governing council, disclosed his condition after his abductors released him. Joshua was found alive near Maragua River in Murang’a County following his abduction during anti-Finance Bill demonstrations on Wednesday, June 26. Speaking to the press, a family member revealed that…
By AGGREY MUTAMBO By FRED OLUOCH The African Union (AU) is launching another bid to save Sudan from war, even as it fights what it calls a proliferation of mediation channels competing with one another, amid a mounting humanitarian crisis. This week, the African Union Peace and Security Council endorsed an “all-inclusive” meeting for July…
Kenya is set to host the first ever edition of East Africa Armature Wrestling Championship on 6-7th June at Sports View Hotel, Kasarani and Strathmore University,Nairobi. Kenya Armature Wrestling Association, KAWA,secretary general Erick Walucho revealed that six countries will battle it out for the regional title in the freestyle wrestling on Saturday and beach…
Stray Lions player Gerald Mwendwa in a past action. [Courtesy] Sir Ali Muslim Club A made a stunning comeback to top flight action as Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) Super Division 50-Overs League entered its second week. In what turned out to be a high-scoring thriller, hosts Sir Ali A cruised to a scintillating 233-run…
Wycliffe Kinyamal has revealed what he aims to achieve at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Commonwealth Games champion Wycliffe Kinyamal will be aiming for a podium finish at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games after punching a ticket to the global stage at the Kenyan Olympic trials. Kinyamal fought hard and finished second in the race…
Police have confirmed the arrest of former Nandi Hills MP Alfred Keter in a dramatic incident captured on video in Kileleshwa, Nairobi. Authorities forcefully pulled Keter out of his vehicle along Nyeri Road in Kileleshwa, Dagoretti North sub-County in Nairobi on Sunday. Video footage shows armed men, believed to be police officers, pulling Keter out…
By REUTERS Turkey has begun mediating talks between Somalia and Ethiopia over a port deal Addis Ababa signed with the breakaway region of Somaliland earlier this year, according to four officials familiar with the matter. The negotiations are the latest attempt to mend diplomatic ties between the East African neighbours, whose relationship soured in January…
Former radio host Joyce Gituro has been sworn in as Chief Officer of Public Communications and E-government, in Machakos County. Gituro was sworn into the position on Monday, July 1, 2024, following her appointment by Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti. In a statement after the swearing in ceremony, Gituro thanked the governor for appointing her to…
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has withdrawn the controversial Lands Amendment Bill 2023 which sought to introduce an annual levy on freehold land. The Bill sought to amend six Land Acts, including introducing a new clause that will compel land and property owners to pay land rent. The Majority Leader…
Nico Williams (right) celebrates his goal with Yamal after helping Spain win over Georgia.[AFP] Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Nico Williams and Dani Olmo all scored as Spain came from behind to beat surprise packages Georgia 4-1 at Euro 2024 on Sunday and set up a blockbuster quarter-final against hosts Germany. Robin Le Normand’s own goal gave…
Apostle Ken Barasa, the Kakamega County Chaplain flanked by other religious leaders addressing the press on May 28, 2024. [Nathan Ochunge, Standard] A section of religious leaders from the Western region has called out on President William Ruto for allegedly allowing politicians from his Rift Valley stronghold to antagonize Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The over 20…
Former Wazito FC and Mathare United defender Johnstone Omurwa parts ways with Estrela Amadora after impactful tenure in Portugal. Liga Portugal outfit Estrela Amadora and Kenyan defender Johnstone Omurwa have mutually agreed to part ways. Omurwa, 25, joined the club in August 2022 and has been a notable presence in the team’s journey from the…
President William Ruto expressed confidence that the country is moving in the right direction, once again pledging to bring positive change to Kenya. Speaking at a church service at Lolgorian Pentecostal Evangelistic Fellowship of Africa (PEFA) in Narok County, Ruto emphasized the government’s dedication to transforming the nation through innovative programs and policies. He highlighted…
Ugandan politician-cum musician Robert Kyagulanyi alias Bobi Wine has condemned the forceful arrest of former Nandi Hills Member of Parliament (MP) Alfred Keter. Bobi Wine through his official X account account on Monday, July 1, 2024, pointed out that the resurgence of abductions is not a good sign for Kenya. He expressed his pain over…