Former Nairobi Governor Dr. Evans Kidero has lost his appeal to prevent the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) from investigating his bank accounts. The Court of Appeal judges Daniel Musinga, Asike Makhandia, and Sankale ole Kantai ruled that the issues raised by Dr. Kidero had already been settled by the Supreme Court in a February…
The National Assembly has rejected the Mung Beans Bill, (Senate Bill No. 13 oF 2022) at the second reading stage. The Mung Beans Bill, 2022, co-sponsored by Paul Nzengu in the National Assembly and originally sponsored by Senator Enoch Wambua in the Senate was published on 30th December 2022 and was read for the First…
Taskforce Chair Rtd Chief Justice David Maraga during the launch of National Taskforce on improvement of the terms and conditions of service and other reforms for members of the National Police service and Kenya Prisons at the Supreme Court,Nairobi. January 10th,2023 [Elvis Ogina,Standard] The National Police Service (NPS) suffers a malignant cancer of corruption that begins at…
Gor Mahia coach Leonardo Neiva reveals Rooney Onyango was dropped against Al Ahly due to disciplinary and commitment issues. Gor Mahia head coach Leonardo Martins Neiva has clarified the reasons behind his decision to exclude midfielder Rooney Onyango from the starting lineup in their crucial second-leg clash against Al Ahly in the CAF Champions League….
A human rights activist has called on the Council of Governors (CoG) to prohibit Senators who are also lawyers from representing county governments and executives in court. Laban Omusundi, from the Grassroot Civilian Oversight Initiative in Nakuru, urged governors to seek the recusal of senators involved in civil cases, arguing that such representation creates a…
The Ministry of Health has confirmed two new Mpox cases from Makueni and Kajiado counties. This brings the total number of Mpox cases in Kenya to seven. According to a statement by the Ministry of Health, the cases are distributed in seven counties that is; Taita Taveta, Busia, Nakuru, Mombasa, Nairobi, Makueni and Kajiado with…
Kiambu Golf Club’s Michael Karanga. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kiambu Golf Club’s Michael Karanga was at it again this time extending his muscles to be crowned the 2024 Malindi Open Champion at the par 70 Malindi Golf and Country Club in Kilifi County on Sunday. The Golfer who is the event’s defending Champion continued stamping his…
Avire, who played a crucial role in helping Harambee Stars beat Namibia 2-1 earlier this month, sadly lost his mother a few days ago. Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has expressed its deepest condolences to Harambee Stars striker John Avire following the tragic loss of his mother, Mama Naomi Avire, a few weeks ago. Avire, who…
President William Ruto has called on the United Nations Security Council to adopt bold reforms to address the rapidly evolving global challenges. Speaking at the Summit of the Future plenary in New York, he criticized the current multilateral system for its failure to adequately address pressing issues like climate change, inequality, and debt. Ruto warned…
By REUTERS Somalia accused Ethiopia of smuggling weapons on Tuesday amid fears that arms going into the conflict-riven Horn of Africa nation could end up in the hands of Islamist militants. The neighbours traded barbs a day after an Egyptian warship unloaded heavy weaponry in Somalia’s capital Mogadishu, the second shipment since a security pact in August. Landlocked…
“Our world is in a whirlwind. We are in an era of epic transformation facing challenges unlike any we have ever seen challenges that demand global solutions,” the UN chief said. He warned that geo-political divisions are deepening, temperatures around the world are rising, wars are raging without any end in sight, and nuclear posturing…
A botched billion-shilling ICT contract, protracted leadership disputes, allegations of financial mismanagement and an unresolved murder are at the heart of a complex web engulfing one of Kenya’s top medical institutions. Rival factions are battling for control over lucrative contracts and influence at Nairobi Hospital as the image of the leading healthcare provider comes under the…
Gabby Thomas has explained how accidentally watching Allyson Felix racing on TV gradually fueled her journey towards wanting to become an Olympic great herself. Three-time Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas has quickly become one of the most exciting talents in track and field, often drawing comparisons to the legendary Allyson Felix. With a skill set…
The Pentecostal Voice of Kenya (PVK) has raised serious concerns about the proposed Religious Organizations Bill 2024, commonly known as the Mungatana Bill, arguing that its passage would significantly cripple church operations. Speaking on Monday, association members voiced their discontent with specific clauses in the proposed legislation. After reviewing the bill, church leaders identified several…
By REUTERS Sudanese former leader Omar al-Bashir has been transferred from Sudan’s war-ravaged capital to the northern town of Merowe for medical treatment, his lawyer said on Tuesday. The 80-year-old, jailed along with allies after being overthrown in a popular uprising in 2019, had been taken to a detention centre in Merowe ahead of treatment at a…