President William Ruto has spelt out the daunting tasks for the Kenya Revenue Authority in a bid to raise the country’s revenue collection. In a statement shared late at night on Friday, November 1, 2024, the Head of State maintained that the taxman must work to increase their collection. While acknowledging their 10 per cent…
Ferdinand Omanyala has explained why he has yet to set goals for next season and hinted at when he might resume training. Ferdinand Omanyla has explained why he has yet to set goals for next season as he plans to resuming training either in November or December. The Commonwealth Games champion pointed out that he…
The Ministry of Health has launched an investigation into the death of Lucy Wambui, who passed away following complications from surgery at a Nairobi hospital. Public Health and Professional Standards Principal Secretary (PS) Mary Muthoni confirmed that the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council is conducting a thorough inquiry into the circumstances of Wambui’s death….
Gabby Thomas has shed light in the baton handover between her and Sydney McLaughin-Levrone at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the 4x400m relays for team USA. Team USA’s Olympic gold medalist Gabby Thomas has recently opened up about a near mishap during the baton exchange with Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone in the women’s 4x400m relay at the…
World Athletics has revealed findings of social media abuse targeted at athletes during the 2024 Paris Olympic games with US being most targeted as two unnamed athletes in particular suffer the brunt of the abuse. In an era where athletes often share their journeys and connect with fans online, abuse on social media platforms remains…
A fundraiser, public viewing, and requiem mass will honour Gor Mahia and Harambee Stars legend Austin Oduor Origi, celebrating his impact on Kenyan football. Former Gor Mahia and Harambee Stars captain Austin Oduor Origi will be honored with a series of commemorative events in the coming days. Oduor, who passed away on October 15, 2024,…
Sharon Lokedi has been beaten by her Kenyan compatriot Hellen Obiri twice this year, losing by just a few seconds, and she heads to Sunday’s New York Marathon looking to return the favour. Hellen Obiri and Sharon Lokedi are set for another feisty contest at the New York Marathon on Sunday, November 3 in what…
Jamaica track and field coaches will soon require a renewable license, reflecting new regulations by JATAFCA and JAAA. Jamaica’s track and field coaches are set to experience a significant shift as they will now require a two-year renewable license to practice, effective January 1, 2025. The new regulations, introduced by the Jamaica Track and Field…
Donovan Bailey admitted he overestimated Jamaican sprinters Kishane Thompson and Oblique Seville ahead of the Olympic 100m final, having expected better performances from them. Jamaican-Canadian sprinter Donovan Bailey has explained how he over-estimated Kishane Thompson and Oblique Seville going into the men’s 100m final at the Paris Olympic Games. The double Olympic champion disclosed that…
Michael Johnson has explained how he overcame early career injuries, ultimately enabling him to become one of the most dominant sprinters in history. American sprint legend Michael Johnson has narrated his struggle with injuries in his early years of his career and how he managed to bounce back and become one of the most dominant…
The Migori-based club suffered the setback in Nairobi while travelling to Machakos for a league match scheduled for Saturday. National Super League (NSL) side Migori Youth have received a setback after a section of their players suffered injuries while on their way to Machakos for a match. The club confirmed that a number of their…
Donovan Bailey has dismissed any true “rivalry” with Michael Johnson, stating how he always won races againt the American legend plus the money he made from their famous 150m showdown. Jamaican-Canadian sprinter Donovan Bailey has dismissed his track ‘rivalry’ with Michael Johnson and explained how the 150m race between him and the American sprint legend…
Agnes Ngetich has been rewarded for her scintillating form this year after becoming the first Kenyan to sign up for the lucrative Grand Slam Track which has a prize money of Ksh13m for its winners. Agnes Ngetich has become the first Kenyan athlete to sign up for the money-spinning Grand Slam Track League, which is…
Michael Olunga scored in his fifth straight game when his goal led Al Duhail to a six-star performance as they opened up a four-point lead in the Qatar Stars League. Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga was on target for a fifth straight match as his club Al Duhail secured a thumping 6-2 victory away to…
Tamirat Tola is counting on experience to drive him to another New York Marathon victory as bids to make further history. Ethiopia’s Tamirat Tola is looking to become the first man ever to win both the Olympics and in New York marathons in the same season as he gears up for the New York City…