The government will soon launch a nationwide inspection of development projects initiated by President William Ruto. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura made this announcement during a Thursday media briefing, responding to growing concerns about abandoned projects and allegations of corruption. Mwaura revealed that officials from the Office of the President will visit all regions to thoroughly…
An oxygen bar is a concept; an interesting, yet mysterious concept. It’s all about being part of mother nature, found in forests and green areas. When you walk into an oxygen bar, you immediately feel the difference. The air is cleaner, sharper and fresh. Don’t look for a building or structure, you are advised, and…
As the country celebrates 14 years since the promulgation of the 2010 constitution, the two-third gender principle is yet to be attained. The two-thirds gender principle, enshrined in the 2010 constitution under Article 27(8), mandates that no more than two-thirds of appointive and elective bodies should be of the same gender. Equality between the sexes…
Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) and Nakuru County football players in action during the Kecoso Games in Nakuru on September 3,2024. [Ben Ahenda, Standard] Former champions Postal Corporation of Kenya will face Talanta’s Communications Authority (CA) in football finals of the Kenya Communication Sports Organization (Kecoso) Games at ASK Nakuru Showground on Saturday. CA booked their ticket…
Fred Kerley has fired warning shots at Noah Lyles, Letsile Tebogo, Erriyon Knighton and Co as he explained the aspects he is working on in the 200m to ensure he bounces back stronger next season. Reigning Olympic 100m bronze medallist Fred Kerley has opened up about what he is working on in the 200m to…
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has come to the defense of Adani Airport Holdings Limited, an Indian infrastructure company set to revamp Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). During a press briefing on Thursday, Mwaura praised Adani for its strong track record in India and expressed confidence in the company’s capability to modernize the airport effectively….
Daniel Osieko, a biology teacher and church leader, survived a fatal accident that claimed the lives of nine people, including the matatu driver Osieko was sitting between the driver and another passenger when the truck lost control and hit three of them while the driver was trying to avoid the pothole He remembered well seeing…
Kenyan musician Moses Tarus Omondi, popularly known as Mr Seed, has released a tribute song dubbed ‘I love you mama’ in honour of his mother, who died last week. Celebrating her life, the king of vocals praised his mum for raising him with lots of love and care she showed him, adding that she loved…
Three people died in a fatal head-on accident involving a Mercedes Benz trailer and a Nissan Double Cabin on the Londiani-Muhoroni road The accident on the morning of September 6 happened around 12 am, and claimed the lives of two men and one woman in a Nissan Double Cabin The trailer, which was transporting LPG…
Harambee Stars forward Benson Omalla Ochieng tackled by teammate during teams training at Police Sacco Stadium in Nairobi on September 01, 2024. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] After missing out on the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) owing to a Fifa ban, Harambee Stars will be keen to start their qualifiers for next year’s finals set…
Police officers keep guard at the scene of crime at Hillside Endarasha Academy in Kieni, Nyeri where a dormitory was destroyed by fire. [Kibata Kihuu, Standard] A somber mood has enveloped Hillside Endarasha Academy in Kieni, Nyeri County, where 17 students died early Friday after a fire destroyed a boys’ dormitory. Security agencies, including homicide…
Several health unions have warned of a potential strike within the next two weeks if county governments do not address their grievances. In a joint statement, Dr. Davji Atellah, Secretary General of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU), outlined the challenges facing health workers across the country. These issues include delayed salary…
At least 30 families have been rendered homeless after their homes were demolished under unclear circumstances in Kwa Munyeti farm in Mavoko, Athi River. Unknown p****e accompanied by a contingent of a***d uniformed police officers are reported to have invaded the area at 4 am. Residents tell horrifying tales of how they were ordered out…
Justice Antony Mrima Justice Antony Mrima has been elected as a member of the Judicial Service Commission (JSC). He will now represent the Kenya Magistrates and Judges Association (KMJA) in accordance with Article 171 (2)(d) of the Constitution. Justice Mrima led the election with 95 votes, surpassing his fellow contenders, Justices Sila Munyao and James…
On September 6, 2024, Kenyans were awakened to the news that 17 students had died in a fire at Hillside Endarasaha School in Nyeri County The dormitory had 156 students from grades four to eight, and 16 of them died in the fire while one was declared dead on the way to the hospital President…