The new look of State House Nairobi after renovations. [PCS] The facelift at State House has ignited a storm, sparking outrage over what critics term misplaced priorities and extravagance. With the country grappling with economic hardships, mounting debt, crumbling public hospitals, and dilapidated schools, questions have arisen about the government’s commitment to its much-touted austerity…
Kenya’s State House in Nairobi The facelift at State House has ignited a storm, sparking outrage over what critics term misplaced priorities and extravagance. With the country grappling with economic hardships, mounting debt, crumbling public hospitals, and dilapidated schools, questions have arisen about the government’s commitment to its much-touted austerity measures. The sleek new design…
Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka now wants the Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja jailed over contempt of court. In a statement on Sunday, January 26, 2025, Kalonzo demanded that Kanja appears in court on Monday, January 27, 2025 and produces the missing Mlolong Four as directed by the court. “We have come to tell…
Abdukodir Khusanov has impressed with blistering speed nearly matching Usain Bolt’s record, as Manchester City’s new signing excites fans. Manchester City’s new signing Abdukodir Khusanov has left fans and pundits stunned after footage emerged showing him sprinting at a blistering speed that nearly rivals Usain Bolt’s world record pace. The 23-year-old Uzbek defender, who joined…
Githunguri Constituency Member of Parliament Gathoni Wamuchomba has praised Grace Mulei for her advocacy efforts, urging that she be nominated for a global award and serve in the next Kenyan Parliament. This comes after Mulei was released on cash bail following her arrest after her protest over delays in the implementation of the Social Health…
President William Ruto. [PCS] President William Ruto has praised US President Donald Trump’s decision to recognise only two genders, saying it aligns with Kenya’s belief that boys must remain boys and girls remain girls. Speaking at Global Cathedral Church in Nairobi on Sunday, January 26, Ruto said the move reflects shared values between the two…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua with political leaders from Kajiado county at his Wamunyoro home in Mathira, Nyeri county on Monday. [Peterson Githaiga, Standard] President William Ruto and his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua are embroiled in a fierce battle for control of politics in Kajiado County. The President’s camp seems alarmed by a wave of defections towards…
Homa Bay Town constituency Member of Parliament (MP) George Kaluma has proposed the enactment of the Family Protection Bill 2023 into law after President William Ruto welcomed US President Donald Trump’s gender policy. In a statement on Sunday, January 26, 2025, Kaluma welcomed Ruto’s stand emphasising that there are only two genders. “Thank you for…
President William Ruto has expressed support for President Donald Trump’s new executive order proclaiming that the US government will recognize only two sexes, male and female. Speaking on Sunday, January 26, 2025, after a church service at the Global Cathedral, Nairobi, the head of state announced that Kenya had welcomed the decision to end diversity,…
Present William Ruto in Bungoma County where he warned his critics that he will not allow to be blackmailed and intimidated and vowed not to be blackmailed to abandon fulfilling his development manifesto he pledged to Kenyans. [Juliet Omelo, Standard] Listening to President William Ruto criticising his former deputy, although he didn’t call him by name the…
When Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and the current DP Kithure Kindiki met at a past government event. [File, Standard] Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, are engaged in a political match aimed at tearing each other down by wooing each other’s allies. Mr Gachagua has converted his Wamunyoro village home into…
Narc Kenya Party leader Martha Karua has hailed former Deputy Geoffrey Rigathi Gachagua for his resilience and courage. In a statement on Sunday, January 26, 2025, Karua who was Raila Odinga’s running mate in the 2022 polls, explained that Gachagua had demonstrated great resilience despite facing various hostilities including his impeachment from the second-highest office…
President William Ruto in Bungoma County where he warned his critics that he will not allow to be blackmailed and intimidated on Jan 23, 2025. [Juliet Omelo, Standard] Perched on the sunroof of his vehicle, President Ruto must have this week thought that if he said he has not begun campaigning for re-election enough times, then…
Bolt was honored with an honorary doctorate from Brunel University in 2022, inspiring graduates with his perseverance and legacy. Two years ago, Jamaican sprinting legend Usain Bolt was honored with an honorary doctorate by Brunel University in London. The eight-time Olympic gold medallist received the accolade on July 12, 2022, in recognition of his outstanding…
Narc Kenya party leader Martha Karua has emphasized the need to stand against Kenya becoming a hub of abductions and enforced disappearances. Speaking from her Kimunye home in Kirinyaga County on Saturday, January 25, 2025, Karua expressed deep concern over what she described as a systematic erosion of fundamental rights under the current administration. “Let’s…