Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed condolences to Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza following the death of her brother, Eric Kimanthi. Mwangaza’s brother passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, after a prolonged illness, prompting an outpouring of tributes from leaders. Gachagua is the latest politician to offer his support to the governor and her…
Letsile Tebogo is not putting himself under pressure as he disclosed the two conditions he has to meet first before he attempts to shatter Usain Bolt’s 200m world record. Botswanan sprint sensation Letsile Tebogo has opened up about attempts to break the world, clearing the air that he will only do that when his body…
Olympic champion Masai Russell overcame adversity on her path to glory at the Olympic games in Paris. Olympic champion Masai Russell has shared her journey of resilience and determination leading up to her remarkable triumph at the Paris Olympics, where she claimed her first Olympic gold in the 100m hurdles. The 2024 season, her debut…
A section of Gichugu Affordable Housing project in Kianyaga market in Kirinyaga County. [File, Standard] The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) released the findings of the Kenya Housing Survey for 2023/24 this week. The survey was commissioned early last year, just days before the Housing Levy was formalised in Parliament and signed into law. Before…
Why Justin Gatlin believes epic 100 meter final at Paris Olympics, which has gone down as the closest race in Olympic history, will give rise to even more competitive showdowns in 2025. American sprints legend Justin Gatlin has said the Paris Olympic 100m final was one of the most competitive races this year. Gatlin who…
The Merseyside derby between Everton and Liverpool at Goodison Park has been postponed on safety grounds because of severe weather caused by Storm Darragh. An amber weather warning for strong winds was issued for Merseyside on Saturday morning amid disruptive conditions across the UK. The game was called off after a meeting between both…
Moi University management and the staff unions on Saturday signed a Return-to-Work Formula in an event attended by Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba. The agreement between the University, the Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU), and the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) marks the conclusion of a months-long strike that had disrupted both operations and…
Nine years ago, Usain Bolt revealed the emotional toll of harsh criticism from Jamaican fans during his early career struggles. Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt was a global icon of speed, dominance and charisma on the track with eight Olympic gold medals and eleven World Championship titles to his name. But beyond the glory and…
Education Cabinet Secretary addressing the press during the opening ceremony of the 2024 KCSE exam at Kibra, Nairobi County, on November 4, 2024. On Monday, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba reassured parents, students, and teachers that the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) will stop canceling entire centers’ results when cheating is detected. Addressing examiners at…
Firefighters and rescue personnel work near the scene where a Jeju Air Boeing 737-800 series aircraft crashed and burst into flames at Muan International Airport in South Jeolla Province, some 288 kilometres southwest of Seoul on December 29, 2024. [AFP] A Jeju Air plane carrying 181 people from Thailand to South Korea crashed on…
The media council of Kenya has condemned recent attacks meted against journalists during the Gen Z-led protests across the country. MCK CEO David Omwoyo said that 24 cases of police brutality against journalists in the line of duty have so far been recorded as relevant authorities gathered more evidence to enable the prosecution of identified…
The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has arrested John Koveti Lumula, head of cleaning services at Kakamega County, for allegedly amassing Kes.615 million through corrupt activities. Last week, EACC officials raided the homes and offices of several public officials, including Lumula. In a statement issued on Sunday, September 29, 2024, the Commission announced it has…
Here are the reasons why Arsenal might be playing their last season without a trophy Arsenal secured a convincing 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night, marking their first win of the Champions League campaign. Here are five key takeaways from the match: 1. Leandro Trossard really stepping up in…
Despite not being a straight-A student as she says people perceive, Thomas managed to get into the prestigious Harvard University without a scholarship. Olympic champion Gabby Thomas has recently shared how she achieved the remarkable feat of gaining admission to Harvard University despite not being a straight-A student or benefiting from sports scholarships. Speaking candidly…
St Joseph Girls Kitale football girls team.[Washington Onyango,Standard] After an impressive performance during the Kenyan Secondary School Sports Association (KSSSA) Term One finals, Rift Valley champions St Joseph Girls Kitale, commonly known as JOGA, are gearing up for another showdown at the Term Two national finals in Kisii next week. Following their success at Machakos Boys High…