Winfred Mutile Yavi has detailed what she wants to take away from her country of birth next after locking out Kenyans from Olympics and World Championship gold in the last one year. World and Olympics 3,000m steeplechase champion Winfred Mutile Yavi now wants to lower the world record currently held by Kenya’s Beatrice Chepkoech. The…
Statehouse Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed has addressed the controversy surrounding a lady reportedly spotted in multiple locations during President William Ruto’s recent development tours across the country. The claims, which originated from a blogger on X named Dictatorwatch, suggested that the same lady appeared alongside the President in various counties, raising suspicions of staged development projects….
Jadini Nzomo (left) of Nduruma clears the ball past Prime Time players. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] At last, Eva defeated Haraka Sio Baraka 7-5 to break their two-week unbeaten record in the ongoing Nairobi Polo League on Sunday. It was bad day in office for diminutive international striker Amani Nzomo, who despite scoring four goals for…
American double Olympic champion has revealed why he values the long-standing athletic rivalry with Jamaica. Double Olympic champion Rai Benjamin has opened up about his profound respect for Jamaican athletes and the historic rivalry that has spurred both nations to greatness in athletics. The competition, which often peaks at events like the World Athletics Championships…
Caption Francis Muthiani tees off on the par-four 17th hole during the Nyeri Golf Festival tournament at Vet Lab Sports Club, August 17, 2024. [Mose Sammy, Standard] Over the weekend, the 101-year-old Vet Lab Sports Club hosted the inaugural Nyeri Golf Festival, attracting a record-breaking field of 210 golfers. Vet Lab Sports Club’s Club Captain…
One of the 100% NETA V electric vehicles showcased by MOJA EV Kenya Limited to convince digital taxi drivers to go green at Sameer Business Park in Nairobi on May 31, 2024. [Robert Tomno,Standard] In a world striving for sustainable solutions, electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as a promising alternative. Phasing out fossil fuel-powered vehicles…
Weeks after a severe fall during the Paris Olympics the well-known Australian hurdler is set to undergo critical surgery. Aussie hurdler Michelle Jenneke has returned to Canberra and is scheduled to undergo surgery on Tuesday due to a severe injury sustained during her dramatic fall at the Paris Olympics. The incident occurred on August 7…
Former Public Service CS Moses Kuria has countered Nandi Governor Stephen Sang’s assertion that his generation will be the last to lead Kenya. During a burial ceremony in Nandi County over the weekend, Governor Sang, who spoke before Kuria, suggested that the younger Generation Z would soon take over the country’s leadership. Kuria, however, firmly…
Real Madrid players incuding Kylian Mbappe (L) and Vinicius Jr react afetr their 1-1 draw on Sunday night.[AFP] Kylian Mbappe was left frustrated on his Real Madrid La Liga debut on Sunday as a resilient Real Mallorca held the Spanish and European champions to a 1-1 draw in their title defence opener. The French superstar…
The Ivorian sprinter has staged a comeback at the Lausanne Diamond League against top sprinters Neita and Clayton. At long last, a return is in view for Africa’s fastest woman, Marie-Josee Ta Lou-Smith. After a heart-wrenching performance at the Paris Olympics, where she suffered a severe injury, finishing last in the 100m dash with a…
Police in plain clothes and on top of unmarked vehicle patrol Kenyatta avenue, Nairobi during the anti-government protests on Thursday, August 08,2024 called by the GenZ`s dubbed Nane nane protests to force President William Ruto to resign. [Collins Kweyu,Standard] Last week, the High Court ruled that police officers must wear name tags and identifiable service numbers…
Youngster Emmanuel Wanyonyi looks to extend his winning streak to the Diamond League Meeting but faces a stern test, going up against strong challengers. Emmanuel Wanyonyi faces a gruelling task at the Diamond League Meeting in Silesia where he goes up against the two men who almost ended his dream of becoming an Olympic champion….
Winfred Yavi was thrilled to meet the King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, following her explosive campaign at the Paris Olympic Games. Winfred Yavi was over the moon after meeting the King of Bahrain, Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa following her Paris Olympic Games exploits. Yavi, the reigning world champion, cemented her place…
Africa’s fastest man will get a chance to avenge his Olympics heartbreak when he takes on his Jamaican and American rivals that made his life difficult at the Paris Games. Africa’s fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala will come up against familiar rivals at the Silesia Diamond League in Poland on August 25. Omanyala will face Olympics…
Chelsea have failed to win in 9 of their previous meetings with Manchester City Chelsea begins their Premier League campaign with a challenging fixture against Manchester City at Stamford Bridge. The Blues, under new manager Enzo Maresca, have endured a turbulent summer. Maresca, the fourth permanent head coach in Todd Boehly’s two-year reign, faces the…