Treasury eyes new pension reforms to enhance savings

The National Treasury is exploring a series of reforms aimed at boosting national savings and encourage investments in the capital markets. According to National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi, there is need for pension schemes to diversify their portfolios and explore new investment avenues beyond traditional assets. While Kenya’s savings culture has…

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Former Harambee Stars boss Jacob ‘Ghost’ Mulee on why many Kenyan footballers struggle when they move abroad

Jacob Ghost Mulee has explained why many Kenyan footballers struggle when they move abroad, further explaining why Victor Wanyama is a rare success. Former Harambee Stars head coach Jacob ‘Ghost’ Mulee has offered insights into why many Kenyan footballers struggle to succeed when they move to international clubs. In a recent interview with comedian Oga…

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Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi on what he is working on in training after dominating cross country meet in Iten

Wanyonyi has already started his 2025 season, and nonchalantly coasted to victory at a recent local Athletics Kenya meet in Iten in the 2 Kilometer race. Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi showcased his training philosophy by clinching victory in the men’s 2km race during the third Athletics Kenya Cross-country meet in Iten, Elgeyo Marakwet, on…

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African Union soldiers killed in al-Shabaab mortar attack

Two African Union soldiers were killed and a third one injured by an al-Shabaab mortar attack Sunday on their base inside the perimeters of Mogadishu’s international airport. A statement by the head of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (Atmis) and Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union Commission Mohamed El-Amine Souef…

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‘If not for my mother…’-Barry Otieno’s heartfelt story of family, determination & dream for Kenyan football

Former FKF CEO Barry Otieno reflects on his journey shaped by his mother’s sacrifices and his vision to advance Kenyan football, despite challenges and a commitment to unity in the sport. Mothers are very special, and for former Football Kenya Federation (FKF) CEO Barry Otieno , his mother’s sacrifices laid the foundation for his dreams…

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The history of the Copa del Rey

Over the years, the tournament has undergone several name changes, reflecting Spain’s political changes. In fact, while Generalissimo Francisco Franco governed Spain between 1939 and 1976, the competition was named Copa del Generalísimo, which means Generalissimo’s Cup. Eventually, it got the Copa del Rey name in 1977. How did the tournament come into existence? The…

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‘I don’t see why you can’t pay athletes a million dollars’ – Canadian sprint legend slams ‘for profit’ IOC for failing to compensate Olympic athletes

The International Olympic Comittee has never awarded Olympic athletes financially despite making loads of profit from the quadrenial games. Canadian sprint icon Donovan Bailey has launched a scathing critique of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for not offering financial rewards to athletes, despite the substantial profits generated from the quadrennial event.  Bailey, who set a…

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Menengai Oilers head coach Gibson Weru on how monumental Floodies 2024 win will help them end Kabras Sugar’s Kenya Cup dominance

Menengai Oilers clinched their first-ever Floodies title last Saturday after trouncing Impala 42-3. Menengai Oilers are gearing up for their 2024/25 Kenya Cup campaign, set to kick off against Kisumu RFC on Saturday, November 23, at the Nakuru Athletic Club.  Head coach Gibson Weru is optimistic that their victory at the 2024 Impala Floodlights Tournament…

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ODM MP Wants Ruto To Be Respected, Promises To Support Him Vote 2027: “People Let Go Of The Dirty Spirit”

Makadara Member of Parliament George Aladwa has congratulated President William Ruto for creating a broad-based government He urged Kenyans to stop bad habits and divisions and instead support President Ruto in the 2027 election Furthermore, Aladwa asked Kenyans to support Raila Odinga's bid for the chairmanship of the African Union Commission Makadara Member of Parliament,…

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