Former Kenyan international James Situma beleives Kenya has the right ingredients to over tough group A in CHAN Former Kenyan international James Situma has shared his insights on how Kenya can navigate the “Group of Death” in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). The draw, held on Wednesday, January 15, at the KICC in Nairobi,…
Emmanouli Karalis gives insight about the early struggles he experienced to get his pole vault career to the level it is now. Paris Olympic pole vault bronze medallist Emmanouil ‘Manolo’ Karalis has revealed the early barriers he faced in his career that have derailed his development. While his progress has seen him soar, Emmanouli Karalis…
Gabby Thomas shares her journey of overcoming challenges, finding belonging among extraordinary individuals and excelling in both athletics and academics. Triple Olympic champion Gabby Thomas has revealed the challenges that shaped her journey to success, emphasizing the importance of perseverance, self-belief and a strong support system. The track and field star, who dominated the 100m…
The third contingent of over 200 police officers from Kenya arrived Saturday in Haiti for the United Nations-backed peace mission to battle violent gangs that have taken over parts of the troubled Caribbean country. They were received by Haitian President Fritz Alphonse Jean among other top government officials. The 217 officers will bolster the efforts…
Since moving to Arkansas, Jamaican sprinter Alana Reid feels comfortable, motivated, and ready to improve performances, aiming for the 2025 World Championships. Fast-rising Jamaican sprint star Alana Reid has spoken for the first time since making the decision to switch training camps. The 19-year-old sprinter, who captured gold in the 100m and 4x100m at the…
Kishane Thompson recently kicked of his season with an electrifying showing in the 60m, but where does his time rank among Jamaica’s fastest men over the distance? Olympic 100m silver medallist Kishane Thompson opened his 2025 athletics season in emphatic style, clocking a stunning 6.48 seconds in the men’s 60m at the Central Hurdles, Relays,…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is charting an independent political path. [File, Standard] As the year 2025 unfolds, it favours two types of politicians, irrespective of what they do. There are those who struggle to be in good books with President William Ruto, his inner circle, and power brokers. There also are those charting independent…
Olympic champion Quincy Wilson faced an unexpected challenger as Andrew Salvodon delivered a shocking performance, rewriting history in the 500m dash. Little-known sprinter Andrew Salvodon has reacted to his shocking upset over Olympic gold medalist Quincy Wilson at the 2025 VA Showcase. In a race that left the crowd in awe, Salvodon did not just…
Allison Felix on why she wants to raise her children, including her infant son to grow up as feminist. Allyson Felix, the most decorated track and field athlete of all time, has long been a trailblazer both on and off the track. Now, the 20-time World Championship medalist and 11-time Olympic medalist is turning her…
Eliud Kipchoge has snubbed talk of potentially retiring after the 2024 London Marathon in April. Questions have been asked regarding how long marathon legend Eliud Kipchoge will continue competing. This debate popped up after it was confirmed that the GOAT will be part of a quality field at this year’s London Marathon set for April…
Taifa Stars coach on how CHAN 2024 can be won by one of Tanzania, Kenya or Uganda. Tanzania coach Juma Mgunde has highlighted the three elements Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania need to implement to ensure that the African Nations Championship trophy remains on home soil. The three East African countries will co-host the biennial tournament in…
Ferdinand Omanyala has credited one key factor that revitalised his training and enabled him deliver a strong 2024 season, setting sights on the 2025 World Championships. As the 2023 season came to an end, Africa’s fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala made a bold move to coaches and hope for a brighter start to his 2024 season….
Siaya Governor James Orengo criticized ODM leaders for uncritically joining the government of President William Ruto Orengo called on ODM members to hold the Kenyan government accountable first and deal with injustice He raised concerns about the increasing cases of kidnappings and extrajudicial killings in Kenya Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna supported Orengo's call for ODM…
A contingent of 217 Kenyan police officers touched down in Haiti ready for the peacekeeping mission on Sunday, January 19, 2025. The officers who flew in a Kenya Airways plane were received by top officials from the Caribbean nation at the Port-au-Prince Airport in Haiti. This was the third group deployed to the Multinational Security…
Abuya’s dream of playing in the quater finals of the CAF Champions League ends after Yanga are knocked out of group Harambee Stars midfielder Duke Abuya’s aspirations of featuring in the CAF Champions League quarterfinals were dashed after his team, Yanga SC, exited the competition following a disappointing goalless draw against MC Alger on Saturday. …