On Sunday, October 20, a seven-storey building collapsed in Kahawa West, Nairobi county In a statement, the Kenya Red Cross said that the rescue operation is ongoing and that some families may be stuck inside A video emerged showing residents warning those nearby to evacuate shortly before it collapsed amid screams Nairobi – Several people…
Cole Palmer has revealed his ambitious goal to spend his entire career at chelsea while eying football’s most prestigious award. Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has opened up about his long-term aspirations with the club, including his desire to win football’s most prestigious individual award, the Ballon d’Or. The 21-year-old forward has made an impressive start at…
On Sunday, October 20, former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua claimed that government agents tried to kill him on two separate occasions Gachagua recounted that the first case happened in Kisumu county where undercover officers allegedly poisoned his food The former second in command said he reported the incidents to the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and…
The defending champions Gor Mahia continued their strong start in league action with a 3-0 thrashing of Posta Rangers. Gor Mahia continued their strong start to the season with a convincing 3-0 victory over Posta Rangers in their 2nd FKF Premier League fixture at the Machakos Stadium on Saturday. However, despite the dominant display, head…
President William Ruto has assured that no jobs will be lost as the government transitions from National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) to the newly established Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF). Speaking during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kwale, Ruto stated that NHIF employees will be managed in accordance with the provisions of the Social Health Insurance…
Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua with his wife, Dorcas. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says his life is in danger. Gachagua made the revelation to Kenyans on Sunday afternoon, shortly after being discharged from Karen Hospital where he was admitted with chest pains on Sunday. While addressing journalists at the hospital, Gachagua…
Loice Chemnung has set a new course record at the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon leading a strong Kenyan performance. Loice Chemnung etched her name into the record books after a stunning performance at the third edition of the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon held on Sunday at the iconic Japan National Stadium. The 27-year-old Kenyan long-distance…
Several people are feared trapped following the collapse of a building along Station Road in Kahawa West. Confriming the incident the Kenya Red Cross said a multi-agency response team is on-site conducting rescue operations. “A multi-agency response team is currently responding to a building collapse in Kahawa West, Nairobi County, where people are feared trapped.”…
25-year-old Yehualaw, winner in London two years ago, was looking to rebound following her eighth-place finish in the British capital earlier this year Yalemzerf Yehualaw returned to winning ways at the TCS Amsterdam Marathon, winning the World Athletics Platinum Label Road race in a course record of 2:16:52 on Sunday. Tsegaye Getachew made it an…
For the very first time in history, a military Guard of Honuor at a national event has been led by a female officer. Lieutenant Colonel Faith Mwagandi has become the first female senior officer to ever lead a military Guard of Honour, becoming a notable highlight at the 2024 Mashujaa Day celebrations that are held…
President William Ruto. President William Ruto says his administration is on course to deliver at least 200,000 housing units annually to meet the growing housing demand across the country. Speaking during the marking of 61st Mashujaa Day in Kwale County, President Ruto said through the Affordable Housing Programme, the government is set to complete 124,000…
Anna Hall shares an update on her training, recovering after narrowly missing a podium finish at the Paris Olympics. Colorado native Anna Hall has offered a glimpse into her recovery and return to the track following her bittersweet experience at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The American heptathlete narrowly missed out on a podium finish, falling…
In response to the worsening drought and food insecurity in Kilifi County, East African Community, ASALs, and Regional Development Cabinet Secretary Beatrice Askul has launched a comprehensive drought response initiative aimed at mitigating the impacts of the prolonged dry spell in the region. Speaking in Ganze Sub-county, CS Askul underscored the government’s commitment to addressing…
Inter Miami reap from the magic man Messi yet again Lionel Messi scored a rapid-fire hat trick in less than 15 minutes, propelling Inter Miami to a commanding 6-2 victory over the New England Revolution. This remarkable performance not only secured Miami’s place in history with a record-breaking 74 points in a single MLS season…
A multi-storey building collapsed in Kahawa West on Sunday, October 20, 2024, with fears that several families may be trapped under the rubble. Kenya Red Cross has confirmed that response teams have already been dispatched to the scene. “A multi-agency response team is currently responding to a building collapse in Kahawa West, Nairobi County, where…