Man United were Yoro’s favourites over Real Madrid and Liverpool Leny Yoro, the highly touted 18-year-old centre-back from Lille, has expressed his enthusiasm and ambitions following his decision to join Manchester United. In his first official statements to the club’s media, Yoro highlighted the factors that drew him to Old Trafford and his aspirations for…
By KITSEPILE NYATHI Zimbabwe this week deported two Chinese nationals accused of hanging two mine employees on a front-end loader in a case that ignited debate about alleged abuses by investors from the Asian country. A viral video of the two employees being tied to a bucket of the front-end loader before it was lifted…
Akinyi Gitonga, Division A winner of the Karen Ladies Ninth Medal Tournament. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] Akinyi Gitonga carded an excellent 68 nett to top spot in Division A during the ninth Karen Ladies Medal tournament played at the Karen Country Club’s Course on Wednesday. Integrated Marketing Communications and events agency IMG Kenya Limited supported the…
K’Ogalo are reportedly close to signing a high-profile free agent amid interest from rival clubs. Record Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL) champions Gor Mahia are intensifying their pursuit of Ghanaian midfielder Enock Morrison, in what could be a significant transfer coup. Morrison, a dynamic player recently released by Asante Kotoko, is now on the…
Action between Laiser Hill and Dagoretti. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] Trans Nzoia football champions St Joseph’s romped into quarterfinals of Rift Valley Secondary Schools Games after emerging tops in their group at Bomet Stadium on Thursday They defeated Kabarnet Boys 2-0, drew 0-0 with Arsen having earlier smashed Thingitu of Laikipia 3-1 in their opening match…
In the streets of Chicago Amos Kipruto will aim for marathon glory honoring the late record-setter Kelvin Kiptum at this year’s race. 2019 world marathon bronze medalist Amos Kipruto headlines an impressive elite athlete lineup for the 2024 Chicago Marathon, which also serves as a tribute to the late Kelvin Kiptum, last year’s world record…
Militus Muchera (left) of Wiyeta Girls in action against Judith Okumu of Butere Girls in last year’s national games. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Reigning champions called the shots on Thursday as battle for regional glory gathered momentum at this year’s Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association (KSSSA) Western Region games. East Africa volleyball champions Friends Boys High School Namwela…
Ethiopians will challenge Kenyan stars Ruth Chepng’etich and Joyciline Jepkosgei at the 2024 Chicago Marathon, promising a thrilling race. Two of Kenya’s marathon luminaries Ruth Chepng’etich and Joyciline Jepkosgei have been confirmed to compete in the 2024 Chicago Marathon on October 13. This news comes with a mix of excitement and high expectations as they…
Authorities are still investigating the disturbing discoveries at the Kware dump site in Mukuru slums, where they reported recovering 13 bodies without any bullet wounds, either externally or upon internal examination. Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor made this announcement on Wednesday, shedding light on the gruesome findings. Dr. Oduor revealed that one of the…
Kenyan sprinter Wiseman Were during a training session at Kasarani Stadium on July 1. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] In 2015, the late Nicholas Bett surprised many when strike gold in Beijing to become the new world 400m hurdles champion. Many were stunned by his feat considering that the category was not synonymous with Kenyans who are…
Sofapaka coach Ezekiel Akwana has heaped praise on the former Kibera Black Stars who once trained with Scottish giants Rangers, revealing why Kenya may have the next-big thing on their hands. Sofapaka interim coach Ezekiel Akwana has earmarked one of his players whom he believes is good enough to make an impact for the Kenya…
Newly promoted Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah have signed Marseille striker Pierre Emerick Aubameyang on a two-year deal. The 35-year-old Gabon forward spent just one season with the French side, scoring 30 goals in 51 games. Aubameyang joined Marseille after struggling at Chelsea, where he bagged just three goals in 21 appearances following…
Tunisia Ambassador to Kenya, Ben Youssef, during the launch of WSH Elite Cup in Nairobi, Kenya on Wednesday.[Oyugi Ochieng,Standard] Kenyan teams are gearing up for the inaugural World Sports Health (WSH) Elite Cup football tournaments to be held in port El Kantaoui, Tunisia on December 9-15 and December 15-22, 2024. The showpieces, meant to identify…
Two techniques Yego is working on in order to put his indifferent form behind him and deliver at the Olympics where it matters most. Kenya’s javelin star Julius Yego is gearing up for an unprecedented fourth appearance at the Olympics in Paris, with aspirations of adding another medal to his illustrious career. At 35, Yego’s…
With just eight days before the Olympic games get underway, Sports Principal secretary Eng.Peter Tum has declared the Kenyan team ready for the games slated for 24th July through to 11th August in Paris,France. Kenya is set to be represented by a total of 72 athletes featuring in 6 disciplines.Team Kenya is intensifying its…