Renowned Kenyan journalist Mashirima Kapombe in an interesting turn of events has found herself in an unexpected situation after her phone number was leaked to the public. In a post shared on her X account on July 18, 2024, Mashirima spoke out shortly after the incident, and shared her experience, revealing that the aftermath was…
The Commission on Administrative Justice (Ombudsman) has opened an office in Meru County, bringing to seven the number of regional centers where the public can be assisted. Commission’s chairperson Florence Kajuju disclosed that the decision to establish a branch in Meru County was informed by an increase in grievances raised by residents in the county…
Kenyan sprinter Wiseman Were during a training session at Kasarani Stadium on July 1. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] In 2015, the late Nicholas Bett surprised many when strike gold in Beijing to become the new world 400m hurdles champion. Many were stunned by his feat considering that the category was not synonymous with Kenyans who are…
Crowd mill at Kware dumpsite where bodies wrapped in sacks were retrieved. [File, Standard] Over the past week, a mystery has surrounded the rising number of missing persons, particularly women, who have seemingly disappeared without a trace. The latest is Wilkister Ososo, a 27-year-old hawker who was reported missing on June 19 in Mukuru Kwa…
Sofapaka coach Ezekiel Akwana has heaped praise on the former Kibera Black Stars who once trained with Scottish giants Rangers, revealing why Kenya may have the next-big thing on their hands. Sofapaka interim coach Ezekiel Akwana has earmarked one of his players whom he believes is good enough to make an impact for the Kenya…
The Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board has issued a warning about fake Ozempic Pens circulating in the market following an alert from Interpol. The board explained in a statement that it received an alert from Interpol concerning pens used to treat type 1 and 2 diabetes that had been falsely labeled. Additionally, the board indicated…
Mediamax journalist Catherine Wanjeri Kariuki recounted the moments preceding an incident where she was shot four times at close range while covering protests in Nakuru. Speaking to a local TV station, Wanjeri, who is currently recuperating at a hospital in Nakuru County said this was not the first time police officers were targeting her. “This…
Newly promoted Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah have signed Marseille striker Pierre Emerick Aubameyang on a two-year deal. The 35-year-old Gabon forward spent just one season with the French side, scoring 30 goals in 51 games. Aubameyang joined Marseille after struggling at Chelsea, where he bagged just three goals in 21 appearances following…
Tunisia Ambassador to Kenya, Ben Youssef, during the launch of WSH Elite Cup in Nairobi, Kenya on Wednesday.[Oyugi Ochieng,Standard] Kenyan teams are gearing up for the inaugural World Sports Health (WSH) Elite Cup football tournaments to be held in port El Kantaoui, Tunisia on December 9-15 and December 15-22, 2024. The showpieces, meant to identify…
Two techniques Yego is working on in order to put his indifferent form behind him and deliver at the Olympics where it matters most. Kenya’s javelin star Julius Yego is gearing up for an unprecedented fourth appearance at the Olympics in Paris, with aspirations of adding another medal to his illustrious career. At 35, Yego’s…
By NATION AFRICA Kenya’s veteran journalist Macharia Gaitho has Wednesday morning been freed after a violent arrest by armed policemen. Mr Gaitho was seized while leaving his home in Karen and bundled into a waiting Probox. The Nation columnist was with his son at the time of the incident. A short video shows three uniformed…
With just eight days before the Olympic games get underway, Sports Principal secretary Eng.Peter Tum has declared the Kenyan team ready for the games slated for 24th July through to 11th August in Paris,France. Kenya is set to be represented by a total of 72 athletes featuring in 6 disciplines.Team Kenya is intensifying its…
Tanzania’s Neema Olomi. [Maarufu Mohamed,Standard] Its countdown to the forthcoming Ladies Coast Open where an estimated 150 finest Lady Golfers from the East African region are expected to pitch camp for one week around Kenya’s Coastal Golf Clubs. This is one of the ongoing tourneys in the ongoing Kenya Ladies Golf Union (KLGU) Calendar of…
If US politics leading up to the 2024 presidential election was a Hollywood thriller, it would be a movie full of plot twists and surprises. The latest twist is President Joe Biden has COVID and is isolating at home. Biden’s doctor says his symptoms are mild and include a runny nose, cough and generally feeling…
Bandari have explained why they chose to re-appoint Ken Odhiambo as new head coach. The Bandari hierarchy has explained why they opted to approach Harambee Stars assistant coach Ken Odhiambo for a second tenure as head coach of the Coastal based side. Odhiambo was officially unveiled in Mombasa on Thursday, with Dockers CEO Tony Kibwana…