CAF President Patrice Motsepe who arrived in the country on Sunday has indicated his delight at the progress Kenya is making in readiness for the 2027 Africa Cup of nations hosting. Kenya is expected to cost the African biannual showpiece with East Africa neighbors Tanzania and Uganda. Meanwhile Motsepe is expected to lead a…
Kenya Harlequin celebrate with fans during the Prinsloo Sevens. [Kipsang Joseph,Standard] Kenya Harlequin are the National Sevens Circuit winners. They achieved the feat after winning in fifth place place after dismissing hosts Nakuru RFC 35-7 in a mouthwatering match in the Prinsloo Sevens at Nakuru Athletic Club on Sunday. As a result, Harlequin collected 13…
Letsile Tebogo has explained the special relationship he shares with Fred Kerley and pointed out why he loves racing with the American sprint king. Reigning Olympic champion Letsile Tebogo has explained his special relationship with Olympic 100m bronze medallist Fred Kerley. The Motswana sprinter has been impressive this season and one of the people who…
Chief Justice Martha Koome chats with President William Ruto after the swearing-in of twenty Judges of the High Court and conferment of the Rank of Senior Counsel at State House, Nairobi on May 14, 2024. [PCS] Immediately after he took over power as Kenya’s fifth president in September 2022, William Ruto swore in six judges who had…
At the Diamond League Meeting final in Brussels, Marco Arop finished third behind Emmanuel Wanyonyi and Djamel Sedjati in the men’s 800m. Marco Arop went into the men’s 800m final race at the Diamond League Meeting in Brussels with the hope of making an impact but was unfortunately forced to finish third. The reigning world…
Gor Mahia face a daunting challenge in the second leg of the CAF Champions League after suffering a heavy home defeat to Al Ahly. Gor Mahia suffered a humiliating 3-0 defeat at the hands of record Egyptian champions Al Ahly in their CAF Champions League second preliminary round first-leg match played at Nyayo National Stadium…
In Nairobi, the bustling city under the sun, with a skyline of magical hues are city dwellers oblivious of the air quality in their environs. PM2.5 and black carbon are some of the most dangerous air pollutants found in major cities such as Nairobi. Particulate matter (PM) is made up of small airborne particles like…
Gor Mahia utility player Rooney Onyango (left) and Lam Gony of El Merreikh during their CAF Champions League match at Nyayo National Stadium on August 25. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] All roads lead to the historic Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Sunday where the ‘grandfather’ of all matches across Africa will be happening. Record Kenyan…
Andre Onana was saved by an unlikely hero from rowdy Ugandan Juma Ssemazzi, a driver of a Toyota Premio, played a pivotal role in ensuring Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana made it to Entebbe International Airport amidst chaotic scenes created by enthusiastic Ugandan football fans. Ssemazzi, who was initially hired to drive Arnold Ebolo, the…
CAF Confederations Cup action between Kenya Police and Zamalek. [Courtesy] Kenya Police FC were edged 1-0 by defending champions Zamalek SC in the first leg of the first round of the CAF Confederation Cup played at Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday. Abdalla Mohammed Sayed drilled in an Ahmed Mostafa’s pass to put the visitors ahead…
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has stated her surprise after winning both 400m and 200m races at the Brussels Diamond League Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone capped off a remarkable 2024 season with a dominant performance at the Brussels Diamond League finals, where she stunned the competition in both the 400m and 200m Invitational races. McLaughlin-Levrone, fresh off a historic campaign…
Renovation in progress at Moi International Sports complex, Kasarani. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Though excitement is already building up in the country ahead of the round three of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers, it is really frustrating to be a Harambee Stars fan at the moment. The irony is that while Kenya is known…
The Olympic 800m gold medalist has shared insights on why the 800m world record remained unbroken by Marco Arop and Djamel Sedjati. Emmanuel Wanyonyi has spoken after a remarkable strength to come from behind and stun his rivals to claim a second Diamond League title in Brussels on Saturday. The 20-year-old appeared like he would…
The experienced gaffer has expressed frustration over missed chances as Kenya Police FC face a tough second leg in Egypt. Kenya Police FC head coach Anthony ‘Modo’ Kimani expressed his anger after his charges squandered a series of opportunities resulting in a 1-0 loss to Egypt’s Zamalek FC in the first leg of the CAF…
Senator Danson Mungatana Members of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) have demanded greater involvement of the Continental Legislative body in the processes leading to the election of the next Chairperson of the Africa Union Commission (AUC). Leading the charge, Senator Danson Mungatana, leader of the Kenyan delegation to the Pan-African Parliament, stressed the need for the…