Nigerian long and triple jumper Emmanuel Ineh Oritsemeyiwa discusses his legal battles in the U.S. and efforts to clear his name. Nigerian long and triple jumper Emmanuel Ineh Oritsemeyiwa has faced a harrowing journey that has spanned continents and legal battles. Once a promising athlete with a silver medal from the 2018 Junior Olympics in…
The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders have assured President William Ruto of their support while exercising opposition roles at the same time. The leaders, which include Kisii County Governor Simba Arati and his Busia and Siaya counterparts James Orengo and Paul Otuoma, respectively, made their statements on Saturday, August 24, 2024, in Kakamega County. The…
Japan once again reiterates its position on the participation of the pseudo-rad and reiterates its non-recognition of this entity. As part of its strategy aimed at imposing its recognition by Tokyo, the Polisario Front and Algeria once again attempted, this Saturday, the intrusion of Polisario elements inside the conference room hosting the 9th Tokyo International…
One person has died after the bus they were travelling in was involved in an accident in the Twin Bridge area along the Nakuru-Eldoret highway. Kuresoi North Sub-County Police Commander, Judah Gathenge, confirmed the incident, saying that rescue operations are underway to rescue the several passengers trapped in…
Erling Haaland celebrates after scoring for Man City.[AFP] An Erling Haaland’s hat-trick fired Premier League champions Manchester City to a 4-1 win against Ipswich on Saturday. City scored three times in four minutes to survive an early scare against promoted Ipswich. Sammie Szmodics, signed from Blackburn in the close-season, gave Ipswich a shock lead in…
Rwanda is among countries being considered to host a Formula One race and it appears it won’t be long before Africa witnesses Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen and Co. Rwanda could potentially host a Formula One Grand Prix in 2028 if all goes to plan. According to Sky Sports, Rwanda and Thailand are being considered as…
With over 20 years of the existence of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program (CAADP), the African continent now plans to adopt an agri-food systems approach so as to be able to achieve sustainable, resilient, and inclusive food systems transformation. In his presentation during the Validation workshop of the Ten -Year CAADP Strategy and Action…
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology (JOOUST) Vice Chancellor Professor Emily Akuno has thrown her weight behind the government’s new funding model, saying it would enhance fairness in the allocation of funds to student beneficiaries. In a press briefing after welcoming first-year students to the institution placed under KUCCPS and TVET, Prof. Akuno…
Derrick Ashiundu of Kabras 7s (right) in action against Nakuru during Kabeberi 7s tournament at RFUEA Ground. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kabras Sugar on Saturday had to dig deep to qualify for the quarterfinals of the Kabeberi Sevens after registering mixed results during the day one action played at RFUEA Grounds in Nairobi. The National Sevens…
Botswana sprint sensation Letsile Tebogo has revealed when he wants to attempt Usain Bolt’s 200m world record that has stood for 15 years. Olympics 200m champion Letsile Tebogo is giving himself three more years before he attempts to break Usain Bolt’s world record. The world record has stood for 15 years since legendary Jamaican sprinter…
A group of students sitting for their KCSE examination The government has released 21.8 billion in capitation grants to public basic education institutions just days before the new academic term begin on Monday. The move, hailed as crucial by education stakeholders, comes as a relief to schools that were teetering on the edge of financial…
Shabana players celebrate after scoring against Bidco United.[FKF Premier League,X] The 2024-2025 Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League season kicked off on a low note on Saturday with three matches ending draws with former champions Tusker the only side to bag maximum points. Bandari rallied from behind to force a 1-1 draw with Posta Rangers…
The 2024/2025 FKF Premier League season kicked off with Bidco holding Shabana and Kariobangi Sharks frustrating a resilient KCB. Bidco FC fought back to hold Shabana to a 1-1 draw in their FKF Premier League opener played at Thika Municipal Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Atarazi Meja started in defense for Tore Bobe alongside skipper George…
Brighton’s Brazilian striker Joao Pedro headers the ball to scores the team’s second goal during the English Premier League football match against Manchester United. [AFP] Joao Pedro’s 95th minute header handed Brighton a 2-1 win over Manchester United on Saturday as 31-year-old boss Fabian Hurzeler enjoyed a dream home Premier League debut. United looked to have…
Olympics 200m champion Letsile Tebogo has shared how his gold medal win was fueled by an irritating fan of his main rival Noah Lyles at the Paris 2024 Games. Botswana sprinter Letsile Tebogo has revealed some behind the scenes intrigues during the Paris Olympics that pushed him to win gold in the 200m. Tebogo went…