With the current competition in the entertainment industry, celebrities have improvised ways that will boost their relevance and Kibera-bred rapper Stephen Otieno Adera popularly known as Stevo Simple Boy has mastered the art through his numerous unique phrases. One of his unique phrases that has so far gained momentum among his fans has earned him an…
Africa needs to start owning the healthcare industry, Villgro Africa CEO, Wilfred Njagi has said. Speaking Friday during the second annual Transforming African Medtech Conference (TAMC) at the Kempinski, Njagi highlighted the economic benefits of supporting locally manufactured medical devices. “Africa needs to start owning the healthcare industry,” Njagi stated. For too long, we have sent…
Karuturi footbal club players.[Courtesy] Football standards in Nakuru County and possibly in Kenya have gone to the dogs. And the county, which used to produce a number of top teams to the Kenyan Premier League has none in the top-flight league today. And most fans in the region are wondering what went wrong? Gone are…
KNUT Secretary General Collins Oyuu and KUPPET Secretary General Akello Misori on Spice FM. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) has explained its decision to withdraw from a strike notice issued simultaneously with the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET). Speaking on Spice FM on Friday, August 30, KNUT Secretary-General…
The 19-year-old hopes that her 100m win at the World Under-20 Championships has sent a message to her haters. Sha’Carri Richardson’s training mate Alana Reid has a message to the doubters following her dominant victory at the World Under-20 Championships in Peru, Lima. The Jamaican youngster clocked an impressive 11.17 seconds to cross the finish…
Should African people be called black – or is the categorising of people by skin colour a racist practice? How about Africa? Is the name of the continent a racial slur because it was chosen by European exploiters and based on the weather rather than the people – and should it be renamed? These are…
The marathon legend has faced a barrage of attacks from Kenyans in the last one year but abroad, he is held in high esteem and has been honoured in various ways. Two-time Olympics champion Eliud Kipchoge’s recent downturn in form continues to divide opinion among Kenyans. Kipchoge failed to finish a race for the first…
Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates after scoring last season.[Courtesy,X] Holders Real Madrid will face Liverpool away and host Borussia Dortmund in a repeat of last season’s final in the league stage of the new-look Champions League, the draw for which took place on Thursday. Every team will play eight games against eight different opponents…
Olunga has explained the factors about the current Harambee Stars squad that will help them achieve their objectives at the upcoming World Cup qualifiers this September. As Harambee Stars prepare for their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign this September, all eyes are on the team’s captain, Michael Olunga. The experienced striker has…
KEMSA CEO Dr. Waqo Dulacha (Right) at the Nakuru Warehouse The final phase of the mass distribution of 10.9 million Long-lasting Insecticidal nets (LLINs) by Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (Kemsa) in 20 high malaria-burden counties is underway. Baringo County is the most recent beneficiary of the 2023/2024 campaign, which was launched last year in November…
The Jamaican sprint legend has reflected on his historic win as the youngest 100m World Champion marking a standout career. Jamaican sprinter Yohan Blake has long been celebrated for his achievements on the world stage. Blake’s journey to the top of the sprinting world was highlighted by a significant milestone back in 2011 when he…
Kenyan masters received at the Airport.[Courtesy] The Athletics Kenya Masters that took part in the 25th edition of the World Championships in Gothenburg, Sweden received a heroic welcome as they jetted back home on Tuesday night. The Assistant Director in the State Department of Sports Joel Atuti, Athletics Kenya Chief Executive Officer Susan Kamau and…
Victor Wanyama could be set to end his bench role at MLS club CF Montreal following the departure of a key midfield rival to Switzerland. Former Harambee Stars captain Victor Wanyama could get more opportunities to play at CF Montreal following the departure of midfielder Mathieu Choiniere to Switzerland. Choiniere, one of the outstanding players…
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Romelu Lukaku after signing with Napoli.[Napoli,X] Napoli have signed Romelu Lukaku from Chelsea, the Serie A club announced on Thursday, ending the Belgium striker’s extended period in limbo with the Blues. Owner Aurelio De Laurentiis confirmed the deal, worth a reported 30 million euros ($33.2 million), on social media by saying “Welcome Romelu” with a…