Raila Odinga seeing off DRC President H.E. Felix Tshisekedi at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. [File, Standard] President William Ruto yesterday assembled the heads of the East African Community (EAC) to discuss the escalating conflict in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo. Under immense foreign pressure, DRC President Felix Tshisekedi and President Paul Kagame of Rwanda…
Noah Lyles has revealed his favorite thing to do outside of track. Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles has never shied away from expressing his love for video games, a passion that not only entertains him but also influences his playful approach on the track. Lyles, an avid gamer, has spoken at length about how gaming…
On Wednesday, January 29, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said his boss, President William Ruto, is not worried about failure in the 2027 elections Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua had vowed to ensure that Ruto was no longer re -elected in the 2027 presidential election However, Kindiki accused the former Mathira MP of being a non…
The government has dismissed reports by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) that at least 82 people have been abducted or forcibly disappeared since June 2024. Speaking on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said the figures released by KNCHR were exaggerated and not based on official government records. “As the…
On Wednesday, January 29, a plane crashed in Unity province, South Sudan, killing 20 people inside Unity Gatwech State Information Minister Bipal said the plane had oil workers from Greater Pioneer Operating Company The aviation official said those who died in the fatal accident include a Chinese citizen and one Indian South Sudan – About…
Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga and new FKF boss Hussein Mohammed visited the embassy of Qatar on Wednesday in what could be a ground breaking move for Kenyan football. Kenya’s football ties with Qatar continue to flourish following a high-profile visit by Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohamed and Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga…
The National Police Service (NPS) has issued a warning regarding a fraudulent police recruitment advertisement currently circulating. In an alert posted on their official social media platforms on Monday, January 29, 2025, NPS identified a purported recruitment notice for police constables as fake. “FAKE: PURPORTED RECRUITMENT INTO THE NATIONAL POLICE SERVICE,” the National Police Service…
Nakuru based surgeon and activist Dr Magare Gikenyi. [File, Standard] The High Court in Kisii has suspended the registration of candidates for the newly introduced mid-year KCSE exams following a petition by Dr Magare Gikenyi. In a suit filed at the High Court in Kisii County, Dr Magare Gikenyi claimed that there was no evidence…
Kenya’s top athletes are turning race winnings into wealth through smart investments in real estate, farming and business ventures for financial security. Money is the lifeblood of professional sports and Kenya’s world-beating athletes are proving that success on the track translates to financial prosperity off it. With substantial earnings from races, appearance fees and endorsements,…
President William Ruto and Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah El-Sisi held a high-level meeting in Cairo on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, to discuss a range of issues aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and advancing regional peace. Ruto later revealed key details of the discussions in a statement shared on social media, shedding light on the agreements…
Weatherman predicts drier, hotter long rain season. [File, Standard] Residents of Lake Victoria Basin, South Rift Valley and some parts of the Highlands West of the Rift Valley should expect above-average rainfall, the weatherman has announced. According to the March-May 2025 long rain season weather forecast by Kenya Meteorological Department, 19 counties will continue to…
Letsile Tebogo recalls the moment he caught everyone by surprise challenging Rai Benjamin during the anchor leg of the 4 x 400m relay at the Paris Olympics. Letsile Tebogo has disclosed the one thing that got people talking at the Paris Olympic Games, and it is not the gold medal in the 200m. Tebogo clocked…
Kristy Coventry explains why she supports Donald Trump’s stance on wanting to ban transgender athletes from participating in women sports. International Olympic Committee presidential candidate Kirsty Coventry has said transgender athletes need to be banned from participating in female sports categories. Coventry, one of the most successful African Olympian, vowed to ensure equal opportunity for women….
Gabby Thomas clears the air on one thing sprinters do not actually do during their training. Gabby Thomas has revealed the one thing sprinters do not actually do during their trainining regimen. As she gears up for an intense 2025 campaign, the Olympic champion shared her thoughts on endurance running and how it contrasts with…
When Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce explained the conditions upon which she would finally retire amid talk of being “too old”. At 38, Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce wants to continue defying the odds and has detailed some of the factors that have helped her grow to become one of the best female sprinters over the years. Shelly-Ann…