The Democratic Action Party of Kenya (DAP-K) leader, Eugene Wamalwa has urged Kenyans to come together in prayer for the safe return of recently abducted youths. This appeal comes against a backdrop of growing concern over targeted abductions, particularly involving outspoken critics of the government on social media. On Sunday, January 5, 2025, Wamalwa took…
Abubakar Abdulrahaman, the son of the late IEBC Kilifi County Election Manager, Aisha Akinyi Abubakar addresses the Press at Premier Hospital in Mombasa on January 5, 2024. [Omondi Onyango,Standard] The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Kilifi County Election Manager, Aisha Akinyi Abubakar, was on Sunday night attacked and killed in a violent robbery at…
Actor Pascal Tokodi has asked Kenyans not to overlook the high cases of gender-based violence (GBV) as they continue with the fight against the new wave of abduction. Taking to his Instagram account on Sunday, January 5, 2025, the thespian said that speaking against GBV is vitally important and that all Kenyans are responsible for…
Abubakar Abdulrahaman, the son of the late IEBC Kilifi County Election Manager, Aisha Akinyi Abubakar addresses the Press at Premier Hospital in Mombasa on January 5, 2024. [Omondi Onyango,Standard] The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Kilifi County Election Manager, Aisha Akinyi Abubakar, was on Sunday night attacked and killed in a violent robbery at…
Julien Alfred will be looking to build on her stellar 2024 campaign that saw her claim gold in the 100m and silver in the 200m in Paris. As 2025 approaches, Julien Alfred, St. Lucia’s golden sprint sensation, is soaking up the tranquility of her Caribbean homeland before diving into what promises to be another stellar…
Marcelo has been on song for Polish outfit Rakow Czestochowa, scoring once and assisting thrice in 17 games this season. Harambee Stars defender Erick ‘Marcelo’ Ouma has added another accolade to his growing list of achievements, clinching Raków Czestochowa’s Player of the Month award for December. The 28-year-old left-wing back has been pivotal for the…
The full-back has refuted reports that he is on his way to Tanzania even after Gor Mahia confirmed the transfer and reportedly received part of the transfer fee. Gor Mahia right-back Ronney Onyango has reportedly rejected a move to Tanzanian side Singida Black Stars despite the two clubs agreeing to a transfer. Onyango was reported…
The couple, who got engaged in October 2024, are eying a 2026 wedding celebration. Olympic champion Noah Lyles is inviting fans to be part of a special moment in his life, offering them a chance to ask questions about his upcoming wedding to his Jamaican fiancée, Junelle Bromfield. The track power couple, known for sharing…
The National Police Service has issued a clarification after the body of Ibrahim Mwiti, a youthful man who had gone missing for several days, was found at at General Kago Hospital Mortuary in Thika. In a statement issued on Sunday, January 5, 2024, the police stated that the late Mwiti had not been abducted and…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya at a past event. [File, Standard] Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has vowed to speak boldly on issues affecting Kenyans despite intimidation from Kenya Kwanza leaders. In a statement, Natembeya said that Kenyans are currently going through pain citing unconstitutional actions such as extra-judicial killings and abductions. He condemned the…
In Paris, Chebet came up against a formidable line-up of some of the biggest names in the sport but beat them all. Paris Olympics double gold medalist Beatrice Chebet has opened up about the immense pressure she faced competing against a star-studded lineup at the 2024 Olympic Games, where she emerged victorious in both the…
US sprint queen Gabby Thomas has left fans in stitches over her account of 2024 after revealing the one thing she found more satisfying than winning three Olympics titles. American sprint queen Gabby Thomas was the most outstanding female sprinter in 2024 following her three Olympics gold medals but she has jokingly revealed why that…
Former Harambee Stars skipper Victor Wanyama has given reasons why he does not believe ex-coach Engin Firat is to blame for Kenya’s inability to qualify for AFCON 2025. Victor Wanyama has absolved former Harambee Stars coach Engin Firat from blame owing to Kenya’s inability to qualify for 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Kenya missed out…
The US sprinter has reacted to his arrest and arraignment following his release from custody on Saturday even as his estranged wife filed new charges of domestic violence against him. American sprinter Fred Kerley has been released from police custody after filing bond over the multiple charges he was facing following his arrest in Miami…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has hit out at leaders allied to the government over their stance on the abductions that have since been reported in the country. Speaking on Sunday, January 5, 2024, when he attended a church service at the Guardian Angels Tetu Catholic Church in Nyeri town Constituency, Gachagua said that it…