Kenya Simbas players sing the national anthem before playing Senegal.[Courtesy,X] Kenya Simbas kicked off their 2024 Rugby Africa Cup campaign on the front foot after thrashing Senegal 36-17 in their opening match played at Nelson Mandela Stadium, Namboole, in Uganda on Saturday. Kabras Sugar forward Eugene Sifuna and Menengai Oilers’ Beldad Ogeta bagged a brace…
Erick Kipkirui at a Milimani court on July 19, 2024. [Collins Kweyu, Standard] Multimillionaire prisons cleaner Eric Kipkirui Mutai and his bosses were on Friday charged with corruptly receiving Sh301.9 million from the State Department for Correctional Services for “supplying air”. Appearing before Anti-Corruption Magistrate Celesa Okore, Mutai and his co-accused denied 68 corruption charges…
Kenyan striker John Makwata has been lured to Tanzania after an impressive second half in the FKF Premier League with Kariobangi Sharks. Kenyan striker John Makwata is close to joining Tanzanian side Coastal Union following a brilliant second half of the season with Kariobangi Sharks. Makwata was the midseason signing of the 2023-24 campaign when…
Asphalt services in Houston are crucial in maintaining the infrastructure and ensuring smooth, durable surfaces for various applications. Understanding the duties of asphalt professionals can help property owners make informed decisions about their maintenance needs. This listicle delves into the importance of hiring asphalt paving experts and how their service can benefit you. The Role…
By REUTERS A global tech outage that appeared to be related to issues at cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, and Microsoft, affected operations at airports, airlines, banks and media outlets on Friday. Here is a list of disruptions that have been reported across sectors: Airports, Airlines Airports and airlines around the globe warned of delays and cancellations or switched…
City lawyer Donald Kipkorir on Saturday, July 20, 2024, outlined the characteristics of a true patriot. Taking to his official X account, Kipkorir said that a true loyalist will not only support the government when it delivers on its promises but also criticize when it blunders and nudges it to introduce new reforms that will…
Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich reacts after winning her second consecutive Chicago Marathon women’s title in 2021. [AFP] A rich field has been assembled for the 2024 Chicago Marathon, with stars setting sights on racing in a course where the late Kelvin Kiptum shattered a World Record in a spectacular fashion last year. Marathoners who did not…
Azimio leaders; Kalonzo Musyoka (centre), Eugene Wamalwa and Jeremiah Kioni, among others, speak after the coalition’s NEC sessions on July 19, 2024. [File, Standard] Some members of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party on Friday said they have no plans of joining Kenya Kwanza’s proposed broad-based government of national unity. Led by Wiper…
African Games bronze medallist Vivian Chebet is keen to right the wrongs of the past at the Olympics as she teams up with Mary Moraa and Lilian Odira in hunt for 800m gold. Vivian Chebet is keen to return the favour after her inclusion into Team Kenya’s 800m lineup for the Paris Olympics despite flopping…
Nairobi, Kenya — 19th July — Following the success of his acclaimed third studio album, Emeka Must Shine, Nigerian music sensation Blaqbonez, is back with a new captivating release “Fire On Me”, the soulful anthem captures all the beautiful intricacies of a sizzling summer romance. On “Fire on Me” Blaqbonez masterfully narrates a tale of passion and emotion punctuated by his…
By REUTERS Turkey is set to send navy support to Somali waters after the two countries agreed Ankara will send an exploration vessel off the coast of Somalia to prospect for oil and gas. President Tayyip Erdogan submitted a motion to the Turkish parliament late on Friday, seeking authorisation for the deployment of Turkish military…
Azimio la Umoja – One Kenya coalition leader Raila Odinga’s lawyer Paul Mwangi has said that it is hypocritical to ignore the demands raised by Generation Z (Gen Zs). Mwangi through his official X account on Saturday, July 20, 2024, said that he is saddened by the way the older generations talk about the new…
Grief has engulfed Mukuru village in Ntulele area, Narok East Sub County after bodies of two male adults were found floating in a seasonal river. Narok County Police Commander Riko Ngare who confirmed the incident said the two were riding on a motorbike and fell in a deep valley while trying to cross a man-made…
Swamibapa skipper and opener Rushabh Patel during a past cup final.[Courtesy] The fifth week of the Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) 50-Overs League promises a thrilling spectacle, with a lineup of exciting Super League fixtures slated for various venues. One of the standout matches will see Shree Cutchi Leva Patel Samaj (SCLPS YL A) hosting…
Erik ten Hag faces intense pressure to revive Manchester United after their worst season despite past success at Ajax. In football when things fail to go according to plan and a team registers lacklustre performances, a lot of people can be held accountable. The fans are normally the frontliners when it come to a demand…