Treasury Cabinet Secretary nominee John Mbadi. [File, Standard] Incoming National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi finds himself in a catch-22 situation as the country waits to see how he will balance what the Kenya Kwanza administration wants and his stand against huge taxation regimes. He often appeared on live TV shows to speak against the…
The former NFL players have pledged a big payout to American track stars who win gold at the Paris Olympics and a double amount in case of a world record. Former NFL stars Shannon Sharpe and Chad “OchoCinco” Johnson have promised American track stars such as Noah Lyles and Sha’Carri Richardson $25,000 (Ksh3.2 million) each…
The UK Royal Marines conducted dynamic training exercises with the Kenyan Marine Commando Unit (KMCU) during HMS LANCASTER’s visit to Kenya. The British Royal Navy frigate’s presence in the region provided an ideal opportunity for Royal Marines from 42 Commando to conduct practical training sessions. They demonstrated essential techniques, followed by the Kenyan Marines-in-training taking…
By LUKE ANAMI President William Ruto on Tuesday completed the formation of his new Cabinet when he appointed Ms Beatrice Askul Moe as Cabinet Secretary for EAC Affairs and Regional Development. In a statement signed by Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, President Ruto also nominated long-serving public prosecutor Dorcas Oduor…
Digital content creator and influencer Nana Owiti is over the moon after being named among Africa’s top 100 influencers. Taking to her Instagram page, the football fanatic informed her fans about the good news disclosing that she is elevated after being named among the most impactful brand influencers for 2024 in Africa. Nana added that…
Chelsea have completed the signing of Danish under-21 goalkeeper Filip Jörgensen from LaLiga's Villarreal. The 22-year-old, who was Villarreal's No. 1 goalkeeper last season, has signed a seven-year contract, Chelsea said. The clubs did not disclose the transfer fee but British media reported that the deal was worth around £20m.
The Nigerian sprinter has been left devastated after her country’s athletics and Olympics committee officials failed to enter her name for the Paris Olympics event. Favour Ofili, the Nigerian sprinter who had qualified for the 100-metre dash at the 2024 Paris Olympics, will not be competing in the event due to a registration error by…
President William Ruto reiterated his commitment to upholding the rule of law and emphasized that the country will not tolerate disruptions aimed at undermining order. During a visit to Tana River County, Ruto addressed the recent surge in anti-government protests, asserting that under his leadership, he will “never allow a few individuals to create chaos,…
By PATRICK ILUNGA Corneille Nangaa wasn’t always known as a rebel, but today he is on trial in Kinshasa on charges that could lead to the death penalty if he is found guilty. And if his case ends in such tragedy, it has its origins in Nairobi. This is how it all began: On December…
Hamas’s top political leader Ismail Haniyeh has been killed in Iran, the group has confirmed. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were “assassinated” in the capital Tehran, Iranian state media reported. In a statement, Hamas said he was killed in “a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran”. The assassination is…
Two former employees of the Kenya National Trading Corporation (KNTC) were charged Tuesday in the Milimani Anti-Corruption Court with offenses related to procurement law violations and abuse of office. The two, Pamela Nduku Mutua, former Managing Director and Amos Juma Sikuku, former Supply Chain and Logistics Manager, face charges of Wilful Failure to Comply with…
Zeddy will face Portuguese Sampio Patricia Zeddy Cherotich will represent Kenya in her first ever Olympic appearance after a short career in Judo. Zeddy who initially pursued javelin after being inspired by the great Julius Yego, switched to Judo just two years ago. She was able to qualify through the points and ranking system in…
On Tuesday, the Serious Crimes Unit of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) questioned three senior aides of Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over their alleged involvement in sponsoring goons during the anti-government protests. The questioning took place at the deputy president’s residence in Karen. Former Nyeri Town MP Ngunjiri Wambugu, who now serves as a…
By FRED OLUOCH Since the Sudan civil war erupted in April 2023, at least 17,000 people have been killed, 10.7 million displaced internally, and more than two million rendered refugees in neighbouring countries. But the spike in the number of women either violated or at risk of sexual violence has become a bigger concern, rights…
The East African Community (EAC) Secretariat has called on EAC Partner States to educate their citizens on how to protect themselves and prevent the spread of Mpox (Monkeypox). This follows reports from the World Health Organization (WHO) that Burundi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are experiencing an outbreak of the viral Mpox disease….