Nairobi County Woman Representative Esther Passaris has addressed the backlash following her controversial comments about Kenya’s population growth and its impact on the country’s economic challenges. Passaris’s remarks, made during an interview on K24 TV on Monday, July 22, 2024, attributed Kenya’s economic difficulties to overpopulation, sparking a heated debate. “Life has become more expensive…
France’s delegation sail in a boat along the river Seine during the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in Paris on July 26, 2024.[AFP] The concept had been derided as overly ambitious and the location criticised as a prime security risk. But after years of preparation, France breathe a sigh of relief yesterday…
Odada has followed in Victor Wanyama’s footsteps when he left Belgium for Celtic by joining Scottish top-flight side Dundee United Harambee Stars midfielder Richard Odada has explained why he he opted to join Dundee United on a permanent basis from Philadelphia Union following a loan-spell in Denmark last season. Odada has found it difficult to…
The Paris 2024 Olympics will spotlight athletics with new events and a focus on gender equality in a historic setting. The Paris 2024 Olympic Games officially kicked off with a grand opening ceremony on July 26 setting the stage for the highly anticipated athletics competitions that are set to commence shortly thereafter. As the quintessential…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua with Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi in Nanyuki, Laikipia County. [DPCS] Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said on Friday he is satisfied with President William Ruto’s nominees to the Cabinet. Gachagua, who spoke in Laikipia County during the burial of Ms Susan Wanjohi, the mother of the Secretary to the Cabinet, Mercy…
The 1996 Olympic 100m champion slammed the American outlet for referring to Noah Lyles as the fastest man in the world as he aimed a dig at the triple world champion. Former Canadian sprinter Donovan Bailey has slammed US outlet NBC for claiming Noah Lyles is the fastest man in the world this year. The…
PARIS, FRANCE – JULY 26: A general view of the Place du Trocadero as the Eiffel Tower as its illuminated during the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 on July 26, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Hector Vivas/Getty Images) Team Kenya, led by Malkia strikers captain Triza Atuka and African fastest man…
Machakos County Governor Wavinya Ndeti Governor Wavinya Ndeti has announced Ksh80 million table banking fund at the grand launch of the women-only, Makima Tithers Sacco. The event, aimed at empowering women economically, saw enthusiastic participation from local women entrepreneurs and community leaders. The table banking fund is designed to provide accessible financial support to women,…
Ian Otieno leaves Zesco United to join a Premier Soccer League team, strengthening their squad ahead of the new season. South Africa Premier Soccer League side Richards Bay has officially announced the signing of Kenyan international goalkeeper Ian Otieno. The acquisition follows Otieno’s departure from Zambia Super League side Zesco United. Ingwe have extended the…
Jude Bellingham launches lucrative clothing line deal with leading sports brand Addidas. Jude Bellingham, the sensational Real Madrid and England midfielder, has made waves off the pitch with the launch of his inaugural clothing line in collaboration with sportswear giant Adidas. The collection, known as the “JB Collection,” marks a significant milestone in Bellingham’s career…
Richard Odada has joined Scotland Premier League side from Philadelphia Union on a long term deal. Kenyan international Richard Odada has finally been unveiled at Scotland Premier League side Dundee United. The Harambee Stars midfielder joins The Terrors on a two-year deal, with the club holding an option for an additional year, from Major League…
The midfielder was named FKF Premier League MVP beating two finalists after leading Gor Mahia to a 21st league title. Gor Mahia midfielder Austin Odhiambo was feted as the Most Valuable Player (MVP) in a colorful ceremony at Safari Park Hotel on Friday night. Odhiambo beat his counterpart Rooney Onyango and former Kariobangi Sharks’ Mark…
Lyles set a new personal record of 9.81 at the London Diamond League last weekend, and is now looking in good shape to clinch the gold medal at the Paris Olympics. Former American sprinter Justin Gatlin has shared his thoughts on Noah Lyles’ recent personal best of 9.81 seconds, achieved at the London Diamond League…
The Aiweave beds contain neither foam nor spring and are designed to suit the athletes’ height depending on their preference As the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris approach, an old rumor about cardboard beds making a return to discourage intimacy among athletes has resurfaced. First introduced during the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, these beds, supposedly…
Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary (CS) nominee Wycliffe Oparanya. [File, Standard] Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary (CS) nominee Wycliffe Oparanya has suffered a major setback after the High Court declined to unfreeze his assets in the ongoing graft probe in relation to the alleged embezzlement of Sh1.3 billion during his two-term tenure as the Kakamega Governor. Justice Esther Maina…