AGC Tenwek Hospital is on the road to complete its state-of-the-art Cardiothoracic Centre (CTC), poised to be the largest of its kind in the region, so as to enhance healthcare in Kenya. The facility boasts an impressive 170-bed capacity, including a specialised 39-bed ICU, a cutting-edge Cath lab, advanced surgery and recovery rooms, and state-of-the-art…
Dr Aggrey School basketball during Kenya Secondary Schools sports Association basketball semifinal match Term One games in Machakos County. April 12, 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] For the first time, the Coast secondary schools regional games will be held in Tana River County. After a thorough inspection by the association’s top brass led by chairperson Zuhura…
Gambian youngster Yankuba Minteh has joined Brighton from Newcastle United with plans for long-term development and international experience highlighted. Brighton & Hove Albion have completed the signing of Gambia winger Yankuba Minteh from Newcastle United for a reported fee of £30 million. This move comes as a significant addition to the Seagulls’ squad, aiming to…
Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane celebrate after scoring for England.[AFP] England escaped an embarrassing last 16 exit at Euro 2024 thanks to Jude Bellingham’s overhead kick before Harry Kane struck in extra-time for a 2-1 win over Slovakia on Sunday. The Three Lions have been hyped as one of the favourites to end a 58-year…
Discover Team USA’s men’s track and field roster for Paris 2024, featuring stars like Noah Lyles and Rai Benjamin aiming for gold. The Olympics are once again upon us, and Team USA is ready to make a mark at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. With a mix of returning medalists and fresh faces, the American…
Kenya is set to host the first ever edition of East Africa Armature Wrestling Championship on 6-7th June at Sports View Hotel, Kasarani and Strathmore University,Nairobi. Kenya Armature Wrestling Association, KAWA,secretary general Erick Walucho revealed that six countries will battle it out for the regional title in the freestyle wrestling on Saturday and beach…
Stray Lions player Gerald Mwendwa in a past action. [Courtesy] Sir Ali Muslim Club A made a stunning comeback to top flight action as Nairobi Provincial Cricket Association (NPCA) Super Division 50-Overs League entered its second week. In what turned out to be a high-scoring thriller, hosts Sir Ali A cruised to a scintillating 233-run…
Wycliffe Kinyamal has revealed what he aims to achieve at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Commonwealth Games champion Wycliffe Kinyamal will be aiming for a podium finish at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games after punching a ticket to the global stage at the Kenyan Olympic trials. Kinyamal fought hard and finished second in the race…
By REUTERS Turkey has begun mediating talks between Somalia and Ethiopia over a port deal Addis Ababa signed with the breakaway region of Somaliland earlier this year, according to four officials familiar with the matter. The negotiations are the latest attempt to mend diplomatic ties between the East African neighbours, whose relationship soured in January…
Nico Williams (right) celebrates his goal with Yamal after helping Spain win over Georgia.[AFP] Rodri, Fabian Ruiz, Nico Williams and Dani Olmo all scored as Spain came from behind to beat surprise packages Georgia 4-1 at Euro 2024 on Sunday and set up a blockbuster quarter-final against hosts Germany. Robin Le Normand’s own goal gave…
Apostle Ken Barasa, the Kakamega County Chaplain flanked by other religious leaders addressing the press on May 28, 2024. [Nathan Ochunge, Standard] A section of religious leaders from the Western region has called out on President William Ruto for allegedly allowing politicians from his Rift Valley stronghold to antagonize Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The over 20…
Former Wazito FC and Mathare United defender Johnstone Omurwa parts ways with Estrela Amadora after impactful tenure in Portugal. Liga Portugal outfit Estrela Amadora and Kenyan defender Johnstone Omurwa have mutually agreed to part ways. Omurwa, 25, joined the club in August 2022 and has been a notable presence in the team’s journey from the…
Soile Malilong tees off during the June Ladies Medal tournament at Nakuru Golf Club, on Saturday. [Mose Sammy, Standard] Soile Malilong, 12, won the June Ladies Medal Special category prize at Nakuru Golf Club over the weekend. During the 18-hole meet, Frankie Gichuru shot 4-under-par-69 to win in Division 1 with a score of 38…
President William Ruto. [AFP] President William Ruto has arrived in Bungoma for a four-day tour of the Western region. Excitement has greeted the president’s tour, with a section of local leaders joining cane farmers in urging the president to fulfill his earlier pledges to the people, including reviving the ailing sugar industry. Ruto is also…
Belgium’s midfielder Kevin de Bruyne prepares to throw the ball during their Euro 2024 Group E match against Ukraine. [AFP] Belgium have a chance for revenge today when they face neighbours France in the last 16 of Euro 2024, a showdown between two big-hitters who have played well below expectations so far. Defeat to France…