Discover why former Manchester City striker Benjani Mwaruwari was blocked from Zimbabwe FA elections, sparking debates over transparency. Former Manchester City forward Benjani Mwaruwari has found himself at the center of a heated controversy in his bid to become the president of the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA). Despite his illustrious football career spanning clubs such…
This December 2024 has proven to be a harrowing month for global aviation, with a series of tragic air crashes leaving a trail of devastation and loss. From small private planes to commercial jets, the skies have witnessed an unusual spike in fatal incidents, claiming hundreds of lives and leaving many more affected. Here is…
The paralympic champion has called for equal recognition and funding for para-athletes, highlighting disparities in prize money, and bonuses, compared to their Olympic counterparts. Multiple Paralympic champion Sarah Storey has complained about the lack of equality when it comes to compensating athletes. For instance, many gold medallists from the Paris Olympic Games were honoured in…
President William Ruto and Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at the Raila Odinga Stadium, in Homa Bay County for this year’s Genowa Governor’s Cup on December 27, 2024. [PCS] The man in the house on the hill, I must admit, is a consummate politician, but whose tenure at the top has been marked with a darker version of all the sins…
Alaysha Johnson was not considered a favourite to make the Olympic team heading to the US trials but she proved most people wrong. American hurdler Alaysha Johnson was an underdog heading into the US Olympic trials and not at any moment were there thoughts that she would make the Olympic team, but she did. At…
Jamaican sprints king Usain Bolt dominated the track before retiring in 2017 but his records are yet to be broken. Two-time Olympic champion Daley Thompson has said Usain Bolt single-handedly saved athletics from oblivion and deserves a huge debt of gratitude. Britton, who is a three-time Commonwealth Games champion and considered by many to be one…
American couple Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall share humorous and heartfelt glimpses of their life and training journey. Olympics long jump champion Tara Davis-Woodhall may sound invincible on the track, but even elite athletes have their less-than-glorious moments in the gym. After a year of triumph that saw her clinch gold at the 2024 Olympic…
Arsenal will miss their best player Bukayo Saka for some time after he suffered an injury against Crystal Palace The England winger will be out for several months and Mikel Arteta will have to replace a key player in his squad Saka has accounted for almost 50% of Arsenal's goals in the Champions League and…
Artist Chimano shared a touching birthday message for Bien Aime Baraza, his long time friend A unique birthday message featuring “Love of My Life” created mixed reactions online Chimano's fans and celebrities flooded social media to wish the Sauti Sol singer a happy birthday Famous singer Chimano has shared a heart touching message for Bien…
Kenyan rapper Henry Ohanga, popularly known as Octopizzo, on Sunday, December 29, 2024, voiced concern over the recent spate of abductions in the country. In a statement, the award-winning rapper expressed his frustration over what he termed a scheme choreographed to violate the freedom of expression. He argued that the enforced disappearance targeted some individuals…
A former DCI detective identified as Abel Kimutai has sought to clear his name after being linked to the recent kidnapping Pictures of Kimutai were posted on social media, where publishers claimed he was running a network to arrest online critics of the government. He said the posts put him in danger, due to the…
A waiter at Koriema butchery in Baringo County chopping roasted goats meat gfor his customers on January 27,2023. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The holiday season is a time of joy, togetherness, and sharing. However, amid the festivities, there is often little consideration for the potential dangers associated with food preparation and handling. In Kenya, as families and…
UKA athletics chief held a meeting with Grand Slam organisers but failed to find a common ground, throwing into doubt the Michael Johnson-organised event. Michael Johnson’s upstart track series will not be visiting London next year after talks between competition organisers and UK Athletics chiefs reached an impasse. UKA boss Jack Buckner said they are…
Gabby Thomas did something special this Christmas by gifting Noah Lyles and Junelle Bromfield a personalized, thoughtful present. Triple Olympic champion Gabby Thomas has spread the festive cheer by sending a heartfelt Christmas gift to her fellow Olympian Noah Lyles and his fiancée, Junelle Bromfield. The couple, who recently got engaged following Lyles’ triumphant campaign…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula in a conversation with Roads Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir during the burial of Mzee Peter Nasong’o Nabwera in Lugari Constituency, Kakamega County. [Couresy, Speaker’s Media Team] National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has been hyped as the best candidate to succeed President William Ruto in 2032. This comes after political…