DP Rigathi Gachagua is accused of corruptly and unlawfully acquiring assets valued at over Sh5.7 billion, an amount inconsistent with his monthly salary as the deputy president. [DPCS] The movers of a motion to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have prepared more than ten grounds as the momentum by a larger part of legislators to…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi delivering his remarks during the commemoration of the 75th Anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China at the Chinese Embassy in Kenya. Photo/Courtesy Kenya is committed to facilitating Chinese private sector investment in key areas of its economy, according to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. Mudavadi highlighted…
Kenya’s CyBrian Kotut was the best placed Kenyan runner at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday and he will be rewarded handsomely for his second place finish. Kenyan athletes might have endured a tough day at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday but CyBrian Kotut and Stephen Kiprop still walked away with a substantial sum for second…
Dr Hildah Mubisi attends to a patient at Kakamega County Teaching and Referral Hospital. [File, Standard] Margaret Okore from Kisumu recalls the painful days when she struggled to access healthcare due to financial difficulties. On many occasions, she endured pain in her house, as she could not afford out-of-pocket treatment. Luckily, in June this year,…
Governor Fernandes Barasa has called on the Ministry of Transport through the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) to expedite the process of rehabilitating the Kakamega Airstrip. Speaking on Sunday, September 29, 2024, Governor Fernandes argued that the responsibility of maintaining the airstrip solely lies on KAA and the Ministry of Transport. The first-time governor thus asked…
The County Government of Kiambu on Saturday joined the global community in observing the 2024 World Clean Up Day, an initiative that aims to raise awareness on the ongoing waste management crisis in the country and encourages the public to participate in sustainable waste management practices. The event at Thika Stadium, organized by the Directorate…
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has called on the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure to promptly address the infrastructural challenges at Kakamega Airstrip. This appeal follows Skyward Express’ announcement of the suspension of flights to and from the airstrip effective 30th September 2024 due to the poor condition of the runway. Governor Barasa who was speaking…
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetangula, has urged leaders to ensure that their actions and statements promote the unity of all Kenyans. He emphasized that individuals in leadership positions, particularly at the national level, must be cautious not to create divisions by advocating for the interests of specific regions at the expense of…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged political leaders to tone down on the politics of witch-hunt, respect the will of Kenyans in the 2022 General Election and focus on serving them. At the same time, Mr Gachagua asked Kenyans to pray for the country, President William Ruto and all leaders to lower down the political…
Kelvin Kiptum's widow, Asenath Rotich, revealed how she is dealing with grief after her husband's death Asenath admitted that life is not easy, saying that she cries when she goes through a difficult period of mourning The mother of two encouraged her fellow widows, assuring them of God's protection and his everlasting love Kelvin Kiptum's…
Kenya’s 800m sensation has earned a mouth-watering move to the United States of America after securing a prestigious scholarship at the University of Oregon months after his successful debut at the 2024 Paris Olympics in France. The 22 year old who left the country on Thursday night was full of praise for his coach and…
Football Kenya Federation presidential hopeful Tom Alila has claimed that there is foul play and mischief in the build to the federation’s presidential election. Football Kenya Federation presidential aspirant Tom Alila has expressed a lack of confidence in the fair and successful change of mantle of leadership as the December 7 election edges closer. The…
The Parliamentary Committee on Communication, Innovation, and Information has thrown weight behind new internet service provider market players. However, the committee noted that it would vet the players to ensure that the law was followed and that consumer’s rights and data were protected. The entry of US-based Starlink company into the internet market has ruffled…
Kenya’s Cyprian Kotut was the best placed Kenyan runner at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday and he will be rewarded handsomely for his second place finish. Kenyan athletes might have endured a tough day at the Berlin Marathon on Sunday but Cyprian Kotut and Stephen Kiprop still walked away with a substantial sum for second…
Both Aston Villa and Bayern Munich might miss very important players when they meet for Champions League action on Wednesday. Aston Villa faces a challenging scenario ahead of their highly anticipated Champions League encounter with Bayern Munich. The match, a repeat of the iconic 1982 European Cup final, promises to be an exciting showdown, but…