On Monday, President William Ruto officially inaugurated the tuition block at Pwani School for the Mentally Challenged and laid the foundation stone for the Nyali Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Centre in Nyali, Mombasa County. These events reflect the government’s dedication to promoting inclusive education and tackling youth unemployment through skill development. During…
By NDI EUGENE NDI Opposition and civil society leaders have increased pressure on the Cameroon government to release a young activist who has been advocating more voter registration and participation in the country. Junior Ngombe, 23, a social media influencer with more than 12,000 followers on TikTok, was arrested in the country’s largest city Douala…
President William Ruto on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, completed his list of cabinet nominees with the nomination of Beatrice Askul Moe and Dorcas Oduor. Ruto nominated Moe as the Cabinet Secretary (CS) for East African Community Affairs (EAC) & Regional Development while Oduor is the Attorney General nominee. After the nomination of the two, it became…
The Kenyan Marine Commando Unit (KMCU) has taken part in action-packed training exercises delivered by the UK Royal Marines, as part of a visit to Kenya by HMS LANCASTER, a British Royal Navy Frigate. After Royal Marines from 42 Commando delivered training and practical demonstrations, Kenyan Marines-in-the-making took on the challenge of completing visit, board,…
Ojwang has revealed what Shujaa must do if they are to stand a chance of doing well at the World Sevens Circuit following their Paris 2024 Olympics escapade. Kenya 7s rising star Christant Ojwang has shared insights on what the team must do to improve their chances of topping seeds in future tournaments, following their…
Lobby group Operation Linda Jamii has petitioned the court to direct the police to facilitate a peaceful procession to the State House in Nairobi and all State Lodges. Court documents reveal that the group has notified the Inspector General of Police about the nationwide march scheduled for today(Tuesday, July 30). During this event, protesters will…
By AGGREY MUTAMBO The Multinational Security Support Mission (MSS) in Haiti led by Kenyan police has been reporting partial successes in the past month since they arrived in the Caribbean country. But there has been little time to celebrate. On Monday, for instance, Haitian Prime Minister (PM) Garry Conille came under fire as he left the…
Dorcas Agik Oduor was on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, nominated for the position of Attorney General by President William Ruto. The announcement signals a commitment to fortifying the legal framework of the nation amidst ongoing reforms by Ruto which came after bloody anti-government demonstrations led mostly by Gen Z. Oduor is relatively new to many…
Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Kahariri (Left) hosted the Japanese Ambassador to Kenya His Excellency Okaniwa Ken at the Defence Headquarters. Chief of Defence Forces General Charles Kahariri has expressed gratitude to the Japanese Government for its continued support in peace training at the International Peace Support Training Centre (IPSTC) in Karen, Nairobi. Speaking…
Kenya Rugby 7s team head coach Kevin ‘Bling’ Wambua. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Nobody could have believed that the Kenya Sevens rugby team would make it to the 2024 Paris Olympics after they were relegated from the World Rugby Sevens Series last year for the first time in 23 years. But one man, Kevin ‘Bling’ Wambua,…
Who were the first Africans to compete in the modern Olympic Games? The answer to that question reveals the surprising story of a 1904 marathon – and exposes the history of racism and white supremacy that characterised the Olympics in its early days. The first modern Olympic Games was held in 1896 in Greece. This…
The high court has decided to uphold the ban it imposed on FKF from holding its AGM until October. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has encountered a significant obstacle following a ruling by the High Court of Kenya to extend the period prohibiting its National Executive Council (FKFNEC) from conducting its Annual General Meeting (AGM)….
Kisii Senator Richard Onyonka has made new claims regarding the contentious deal between Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and Indian firm Adani Airport Holdings. Onyonka suggested that the public do not fully understand the agreement that has generated significant controversy. He disclosed that the deal not only involves Adani Airport Holdings managing JKIA but also…
By BOB KARASHANI The July 29 departure of Samia Suluhu Hassan’s deputy from the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), following the sacking of two party stalwarts from the cabinet, signals sweeping changes in Tanzania’s leadership ranks ahead of the forthcoming elections. Political heavyweight Abdulrahman Kinana resigned as the ruling party’s vice chairperson, citing the need to…
Kenyan socialite and reality TV star Vera Sidika has disclosed her intentions of keeping her future baby daddy out of the limelight. Taking to her Insta Stories, the mother of two said that if she decides to have baby number three the father will remain anonymous. Vera further urged her followers to keep off her…