Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber runs past Tottenham Hotspur’s Pedro Porro (C) during the English Premier League football match. [AFP] Mikel Arteta saluted Arsenal’s hunger as the gritty Gunners ignored the absence of Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard to clinch an “ugly” 1-0 win at bitter rivals Tottenham on Sunday. Arteta’s side were without skipper Odegaard due…
President William Ruto in Mageta island, Siaya County where he launched a Sh232.5 million solar power project. [Isaiah Gwengi, Standard] It has been a roller-coaster ride for President William Ruto in his first two years in office as a number of projects his administration has been pursuing in counties struggle to take shape to deliver on his campaign promises. While…
Timothy Cheruiyot’s track rival Jakob Ingebrigtsen has given a candid explanation on why the Kenyan might struggle in his move to the 5000m. Jakob Ingebrigtsen believes Timothy Cheruiyot’s switch to the 5000m will not be like climbing a sugar candy following the strong runners who have emerged in the recent past. The 5000m consists of…
CAF President Patrice Motsepe who arrived in the country on Sunday has indicated his delight at the progress Kenya is making in readiness for the 2027 Africa Cup of nations hosting. Kenya is expected to cost the African biannual showpiece with East Africa neighbors Tanzania and Uganda. Meanwhile Motsepe is expected to lead a…
Kenya Harlequin celebrate with fans during the Prinsloo Sevens. [Kipsang Joseph,Standard] Kenya Harlequin are the National Sevens Circuit winners. They achieved the feat after winning in fifth place place after dismissing hosts Nakuru RFC 35-7 in a mouthwatering match in the Prinsloo Sevens at Nakuru Athletic Club on Sunday. As a result, Harlequin collected 13…
Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu speaking during a previous press address. [File, Standard] The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that the labor agreement with Germany does not set a predefined limit on the number of workers who can move there. Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu made this clarification on Sunday after the German government…
Letsile Tebogo has explained the special relationship he shares with Fred Kerley and pointed out why he loves racing with the American sprint king. Reigning Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo has explained his special relationship with Olympic 100m bronze medallist Fred Kerley. The Motswana sprinter has been impressive this season and one of the people who…
Principal Secretary(PS) State Department for Diaspora Affairs, Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Roseline Njogu has defended the ties between Kenya and Germany. In a statement, the PS stated that the Kenyan government and Germany on September 13, 2024, signed a non-quota-based migration and mobility agreement that aims to provide a framework for cooperation and…
Stop the focus on the 2027 election and spend time serving the people, President William Ruto has told leaders. The President said it was unfair to engage Kenyans in campaigns three years ahead of the next General Election. He asked leaders to spend their time offering services to the people and fulfilling the pledges they…
Chief Justice Martha Koome chats with President William Ruto after the swearing-in of twenty Judges of the High Court and conferment of the Rank of Senior Counsel at State House, Nairobi on May 14, 2024. [PCS] Immediately after he took over power as Kenya’s fifth president in September 2022, William Ruto swore in six judges who had…
Saying “I love you” can mean the world to someone in it relationship romantic, but not everyone expresses love with those three words. Sometimes, love is shown through subtle actions and gestures. If your boyfriend doesn't say “I love you” often, it doesn't mean he's not in love with you. Here are five signs that…
At the Diamond League Meeting final in Brussels, Marco Arop finished third behind Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Djamel Sedjati in the men’s 800m. Marco Arop went into the men’s 800m final race at the Diamond League Meeting in Brussels with the hope of making an impact but was unfortunately forced to finish third. The reigning world…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Sunday implored leaders from the Mt Kenya Region to stop high-octane politics and focus on their respective duties in development. At the same time, Gachagua said the Government will continue working with the Church on the socio-economic transformation of the Nation. Addressing the faithful of Our Lady of Sorrows Baricho…
Gor Mahia face a daunting challenge in the second leg of the CAF Champions League after suffering a heavy home defeat to Al Ahly. Gor Mahia suffered a humiliating 3-0 defeat at the hands of record Egyptian champions Al Ahly in their CAF Champions League second preliminary round first-leg match played at Nyayo National Stadium…
In Nairobi, the bustling city under the sun, with a skyline of magical hues are city dwellers oblivious of the air quality in their environs. PM2.5 and black carbon are some of the most dangerous air pollutants found in major cities such as Nairobi. Particulate matter (PM) is made up of small airborne particles like…