Kenya has waived Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) requirements for African nationals visiting the country, aiming to promote regional integration and enhance tourism. The Cabinet approved the policy during a meeting in Kakamega County on Tuesday, citing the need to ease travel across the continent. However, Somalia and Libya remain excluded from the exemption due to…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) will gain expanded authority to investigate bank accounts, mobile money accounts, and call data records under the proposed Anti-Corruption Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2025. The bill, introduced by Attorney General Dorcas Oduor, seeks to amend the Anti-Corruption and Economic Crimes Act, providing the commission with stronger powers to investigate graft-related…
The Kisii High Court has sentenced four men to a combined total of 135 years in prison for their role in the horrific lynching of four elderly individuals accused of practising witchcraft in Banda Sub-location, Marani Sub-County. According to a statement released by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the…
President William Ruto reassured Kenyans that his government is fully committed to fulfilling every promise made during his campaign. Speaking at the launch of the Last Mile Connectivity project in Shinyalu, Kakamega County, Ruto emphasized that his administration would not rest until all pledges are delivered. “My transformation agenda must succeed,” Ruto declared, reiterating his…
Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya has announced his upcoming trip to Germany. In a statement shared via his Instagram account on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the youthful legislator revealed that his trip will cover several cities, including Munich, Berlin, Dortmund, Hamburg, and Essen. Salasya invited Kenyans living in these cities to meet with…
President William Ruto launched a scathing attack on his former deputy, Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of tribalism, incompetence, and corruption. Speaking during the launch of a modern market in Luanda, Vihiga County, on Wednesday, January 22, Ruto blamed Gachagua’s alleged failures for his removal from office. Ruto claimed that Gachagua’s leadership style, characterized by dishonesty…
Mugirango West Member of Parliament (MP) Stephen Mogaka Gusii leaders are calling for a larger share of government appointments in President William Ruto’s inclusive government amid growing concerns that the Gusii community is being overlooked. On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, a group of Nyamira leaders, led by Mugirango West Member of Parliament (MP) Stephen Mogaka,…
Tanzania assistant coach Juma Mgunda believes an all-East African final is possible at the delayed CHAN 2024 tournament if Kenya, Uganda and his country prepare well. Tanzania assistant coach Juma Mgunda has urged all the three East African nations to ensure they prepare well so that the 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024) can remain…
The Sofapaka coach has questioned some of the decisions from the match official during his team’s defeat to the FKF premier League champions in Machakos. Sofapaka coach Ezekiel Akwana has blamed what he terms poor officiating for his team’s 2-0 loss to Gor Mahia on Wednesday. Sofapaka put on a gallant display but still went…
Mercy Cherono reflects on her journey through challenges, maternity leave, and police training as she prepares for a strong comeback in athletics. Once a beacon of hope for Kenyan long distance running, Mercy Cherono just disappeared from the track and the limelight in a split second and few knew where she disappeared to. But where…
Vivian Cheruiyot has shared her determination to achieve one final milestone in her marathon career. Four-time world champion Vivian Cheruiyot has opened up about one important milestone she wants to achieve before hanging her spikes. The former Olympic champion is 41, older than Eliud Kipchoge by a year but she is still going strong and…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accompanied by his wife Pastor Dorcas and family members address journalists at Karen hospital after being discharged from the facility where he had been admitted after falling ill during his impeachment proceedings on October 20, 2024. [File, Standard] Showdown is expected when a decision is made today on whether three Judges empanelled by…
Jackson was forced to miss the 2024 Olympic games following injury, but she is gearing up for her 2025 season opener. After a turbulent 2024 season that saw her Olympic dreams dashed by injury, Shericka Jackson is ready to make her highly anticipated return to the track. The reigning 200m world champion, who was forced…
Kenya Railways has announced the resumption of the Nanyuki Safari train services. In a statement dated Wednesday, January 22, 2025, the railway service revealed that the Nanyuki safari train will continue its normal operations as per the schedule after a seven-day-long disruption. Kenya Railways in the announcement notified members of the public that the Safari train…
President William Ruto. [Standard, File] President William Ruto has condemned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for allegedly trying to divide Kenyans along ethnic lines. He said such efforts will not succeed. Speaking in Luanda, Vihiga County, on Wednesday, January 22, Ruto accused some of his former political allies of incompetence, in an apparent reference to…