US President Joe Biden has told Americans in a televised address that he decided to end his faltering re-election campaign in a bid to save US democracy. Mr Biden, 81, said he felt his record as president “merited a second term” but that “nothing can come in the way of saving our democracy”.He said he…
Timothy Cheruiyot has given a candid explanation of why he owes his successful career to his father. Former world champion Timothy Cheruiyot has credited his father for encouraging him to take up athletics as a career after his secondary school education. Cheruiyot is the first born in his family and he noted that after high…
The former Kenya Police FC target has bid farewell to Murang’a Seal penning heartfelt message thanking the club for a memorable four-year tenure. Eric Balecho has announced his departure from Murang’a Seal after an impactful four-year stay at St. Sebastian Park. The skilled midfielder is now set to join Tusker FC after signing a two-year…
Interior Cabinet Secretary nominee Kithure Kindiki joined President William Ruto on an official tour of Tharaka Nithi County on Thursday, July 25,2024 days after being nominated for the position following his dismissal from the role. In a statement shared on his X account on Thursday, July 25, 2024, Kindiki expressed his honour in accompanying President…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has assembled a team of Members of Parliament to spearhead the crucial vetting process for the recently nominated Cabinet Secretaries (CSs). In a statement shared on his X account on July 25, 2024, Wetang’ula stated that to ensure transparency, accountability and efficiency in selecting and appointing CSs, he had set…
A Makueni Court has fined a 59-year-old man Ksh 1 million or, in default, serve 11 years in prison after he was found guilty of trafficking narcotics contrary to Section 4(a) of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act. The accused, Musyoki Muia Mukula, appeared before Makueni Law Court Chief Magistrate Peter Gesora and pleaded…
Azimio leader Raila Odinga Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party leader Raila Odinga maintains that neither the ODM Party nor the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party has entered into a coalition agreement with President William Ruto’s UDA party. Raila’s statement comes on the heels of President Ruto’s decision to reconstitute the cabinet…
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka. [File, Standard] Wiper Party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka has denied ever receiving an offer to serve as Kenya’s next Attorney General, as earlier speculated. The rumors gained momentum on Wednesday, July 24, after President William Ruto named the second batch of 10 appointees to his new Cabinet leaving two slots vacant,…
NGEC Chairperson Joyce Mutinda. //FILE PHOTO The National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) has called for strict adherence to provisions of the Constitution in formulation of the new cabinet. In a statement, NGEC Chairperson Joyce Mutinda underscored the need for a meticulous vetting process by the National Assembly, insisting that only nominees who meet the…
Shujaa players Kevin Wekesa (left) and Vincent Onyala react after their match at the Olympic.[World Rugby] Kenya Sevens are out of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Shujaa were knocked out on Thursday afternoon after losing 26-0 to Samoa in a crucial Group B match played at the Stade de Paris. Kenya needed a win to stand…
Kenya 7s display toothless performance as Samoa seal potential berth to quater finals with a dominant 26-0 win. The Kenya National 7s men’s side Shujaa’s hopes of medalling at this year’s Paris 2024 Olympics were dashed after being given a 26-0 thrashing by Samoa in their final Pool B match that took place at the…
President William Ruto has nominated Douglas Kanja as the new Inspector General of Police. Kanja was serving as the Acting Inspector General of Police following the resignation of Japhet Koome. He previously served as the Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service, Commandant of the General Service Unit for five years, and Deputy Commandant…
Kenya 7s display toothless performance as Samoa seal potential berth to quater finals with a dominant 26-0 win. The Kenya National 7s men’s side Shujaa’s hopes of medalling at this year’s Paris 2024 Olympics were dashed after being given a 26-0 thrashing by Samoa in their final Pool B match that took place at the…
Protests have prompted Kenyan fans to urge Vipers SC to cancel a friendly with Kenya Police FC over human rights concerns. Uganda Premier League giants Vipers SC are facing a wave of criticism from a section of Kenyan football fans who are demanding the cancellation of an upcoming friendly match against Kenya Police FC. The…
Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA) is set to acquire a struggling NSL team aiming to transform it with significant financial and strategic input. Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga, through his Michael Olunga Football Academy (MOFA), is on the brink of acquiring National Super League (NSL) outfit Rainbow FC. This move comes just weeks after Olunga’s…