Kenyan judoka Zeddy Cherotich training in Miramas, France. [NOC-K Media] Even though Zeddy Cherotich says she’s missed eating ugali, chapati and mursik, the Kenyan judoka is more than determined to leave a mark on her Olympic debut. She will begin her quest against Portugal’s Patricia Sampaio at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games on Thursday at…
Hussein Mohammed has provided a way out of the current standoff at FKF that sees the federation barred from transacting any business while the election deadline approaches. Football Kenya Federation (FKF) presidential hopeful Hussein Mohammed feels there are only two ways out of the current standoff at the federation following a court ruling. The High…
President William Ruto has voiced concerns about the misuse of the government’s free internet services, criticizing online users for engaging in unproductive activities. Speaking at the groundbreaking listing of the Linzi Sukuk on the Unquoted Securities Platform of the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) on Wednesday, Ruto explained that the government had provided free Wi-Fi nationwide…
By REUTERS Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in the early hours of the morning in Iran, the Palestinian militant group said on Wednesday, drawing fears of wider escalation in a region shaken by Israel’s war in Gaza and a worsening conflict in Lebanon. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards confirmed the death of Haniyeh, hours after he attended a swearing in ceremony for…
Interior Cabinet Secretary nominee Kithure Kindiki’s networth has increased by Ksh150 million in 21 months. Appearing before the Committee on Appointments on Thursday, August 1, 2024, Kindiki confirmed that his wealth has increased to Ksh694 million. In October 2022 when he faced the Committee on Appointment, Kindiki placed his networth at Ksh544 million. However, Kindiki…
Police are investigating the brutal murder of a Police Officer stationed at Mikindani Police Station in Jomvu Sub-County. The lifeless body of the male Police Officer was discovered in the wee hours of Wednesday morning by a passerby in Kibarani village in Bahati Sub-Location lying in a pool of blood near an alcohol drinking den…
ODM leader Raila Odinga (second left) with other Azimio coalition leaders during the summit at SKM Command Center in Karen, Nairobi on July 31, 2024. [Emmanuel Wanson, Standard] Members of the Azimio La Umoja coalition summit Wednesday carpeted their boss Raila Odinga over his dalliance with President William Ruto after a secret pact that saw…
South Sudan’s basketball team struggled against the USA in their second Paris Olympics match, facing a tough game from the start. South Sudan Bright Stars were torched 103-86 by the USA in a Group C match at the Paris Olympics on Wednesday night. The South Sudanese team, playing their second game after defeating Puerto Rico…
Former Tourism Cabinet Secretary Najib Balala and 16 other individuals have been acquitted of corruption charges by a Malindi court. The decision, delivered by Malindi Chief Magistrate James Mwaniki, follows a request from the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (ODPP) to discontinue the proceedings. In a letter dated July 31, 2024, the ODPP…
Sébastien Ogier will be aiming for redemption at Rally Finland seeking victory after a strong second-place finish at Tet Rally Latvia. Eight-time world champion Sébastien Ogier is ready to turn the tables at the upcoming Secto Rally Finland, after conceding to his teammate Kalle Rovanperä’s dominant performance at the Tet Rally Latvia. While Ogier graciously…
One of Faith Kipyegon’s key rivals has withdrawn from 1500m shifting Olympic race dynamics. Dutch long-distance star Sifan Hassan has decided to drop the 1,500 meters from her schedule at the Paris Olympics. This strategic shift will see her defending her Tokyo Olympic titles in the 5,000 and 10,000 meters while also debuting in the…
The Kenya National Highways Authority has announced a temporary closure of a section of the Mombasa Road for five days to allow for the completion of ongoing works. In a statement on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, KeNHA said that the section of the Mombasa Road near Shell Petrol station would experience traffic disruptions. “The Kenya…
Spain and Japan progressed automatically after the world champions beat Brazil 2-0 in the other group fixture. The Super Falcons of Nigeria have been eliminated from the women’s football event at the 2024 Paris Olympics after losing 3-1 to Japan in their final Group C game at La Beaujoire Stadium. The game kicked off with…
The government has issued a new directive for users of smoke detectors and X-ray machines used for scanning baggage. The Kenya Nuclear Regulatory Authority (KNRA), tasked with protecting people, property, and the environment from harmful radiation, has urged users to exercise caution. In a notice dated Tuesday, July 30, the authority instructed that all decommissioned…
A Magistrate Court in Nairobi has ordered Kevin Kang’ethe to be extradited to the United States of America to face murder charges. The decision follows an application that was filed by the prosecution side seeking Kang’ethe extradition to the US, where he is wanted on charges of murdering Margaret Mbitu in Massachusetts between October 30…