Kenya’s Javelin 2015 World Champion Julius Yego competes at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, UK on Sunday. [Kelly Ayodi, Standard] History making Julius Yego earned his fifth continental javelin title at the final day of Africa Championships on Wednesday with Kenya collecting 19 medals at the meeting in Douala, Cameroon. African javelin record holder Yego is hoping luck will…
Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah. The Senator has asked the court to suspend the implementation of the Appropriation Act 2024. [File, Standard] A case has been filed in court challenging a decision by the two Speakers of Parliament to disregard senators’ input in the Budget Appropriation Bill 2024. The Bill was assented into law by President…
Chelsea continue to spend on young rising talent to bolster their squad. Chelsea FC has bolstered their squad for the upcoming season with the acquisition of promising attacking midfielder, Kellyman, from Aston Villa. The 18-year-old England youth international has inked a significant six-year deal with the Blues, marking a long-term commitment to Stamford Bridge. Kellyman’s…
Nyali Overall winner Janet Wasike sends a swing at Nyali Golf and Country Club Course in Mombasa County on Saturday. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] An early morning prayer to God paved the way to Mother Janet Wasike and Son Fidel Wasike to sweep top prizes at the par 71 Nyali Golf and Country Club Course in…
Trucks of the first crude oil consignment from Lokichar, Turkana arrived at Mombasa’s Changamwe KPRL storage facility in Mombasa County on June 7, 2018. [File, Standard] Frequent changes in the plan outlining how Tullow will develop the oil fields of Lokichar in Turkana County have been the reason that the government has not approved the plan nearly five…
Mexico and Ecuador are tied on points heading into the final group-stage match. Mexico faces Ecuador in a crucial encounter at the Copa América, with both teams vying for a spot in the knockout stages amidst contrasting fortunes and challenges. Mexico’s journey in recent years has been marked by instability both on and off the…
PS for Tourism John Ololtua interacting with the rally drivers at the Masai Mara. // FILE PHOTO Hotels in Maasai Mara game reserve that were closed last month following devastating floods occasioned by the April-May long rains have started re-opening. At least 14 of the most luxurious lodges in the Maasai Mara were affected by…
(From left to right) Kishane Thompson of Jamaica, Letsile Tebogo of Botswana, Noah Lyles of the United States, Christian Coleman of the United States, and Ferdinand Omanyala of Kenya compete in the Men’s 100m during the 2023 Prefontaine Classic and Wanda Diamond League Final at Hayward Field on September 16, 2023 in Eugene, Oregon. [AFP]…
Ingwe’s coach Thomas Trucha is planning early signings to boost AFC Leopards for the 2024/25 FKF Premier League season. AFC Leopards head coach Thomas Trucha has shared his strategic vision for the upcoming 2024/25 FKF Premier League season, outlining a bold plan to strengthen the team through early signings. Following a fifth-place finish in the…
Thinking about becoming a Caribbean citizen? Well, first, it is necessary to explore the legal and financial aspects of Caribbean citizenship as it can open up doors you never considered. With beautiful landscapes and enticing benefits, it’s easy to see why many are attracted to this region. The key to a successful Caribbean citizenship journey…
Over 70 Golfers from Kiambu County participated in the 5th Edition of the Patronage golf event held at the Ndumberi Golf Club,Kiambu County . The tournament attracted young talents below the ages of 10 years. Ndumberi Golf Club prides itself in nurturing the top Amateur golfers in the Country and has produced best players…
Kenya Police players celebrate after a past win.[Kenya Police,X] Kenya Police are the 2024 Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Cup champions. Police were crowned champions on Saturday after defeating KCB 8-7 on post-match penalties following a 0-0 draw in regular and extra time in the finals played at Ulinzi Sports Complex. Goalkeeper Patrick Matasi saved two…
Canada drew against Chile to progress to the quarter-final at Copa America. In a historic and hard-fought encounter at the Inter&Co Stadium in Orlando, Canada clinched their spot in the Copa America quarter-final with a gritty goalless draw against 10-man Chile, marking their maiden appearance in the tournament with a groundbreaking achievement. The result not…
Skoda Fabia’s Samman Vohra secured his second win of the 2024 Kenya National Rally Championship season following brilliant displays in Nanyuki. The son of former Kenya Motor Sports Federation (KMSF) Chairman the late JS Vohra, led the Nanyuki Rally Group round from start to finish winning six out of six stages. Defending Champion Jasmeet…
Ruben Vargas (right) of Switxerland is marked by Italy’s defender Giovanni Di Lorenzo.[AFP] Switzerland dumped reigning champions Italy out of Euro 2024 with a stunning 2-0 victory on Saturday to reach the quarter-finals for the second time in their history. Murat Yakin’s supremely well-drilled side outplayed the flat two-time winners in the last 16 clash…