Kenya has confirmed five more Mpox cases Tuesday, bringing the total number of cases to 28. The Ministry of Health said the five were among cases detected through laboratory tests across 12 counties. The distribution of cases is as follows: Nakuru (9), Mombasa (6), Kajiado (2), Bungoma (2), Nairobi (2), Taita Taveta (1), Busia (1),…
Here are the players who overlooked rivalry and switched allegiances between two of London’s finest clubs. The rivalry between Arsenal and Chelsea is one of the most intense in English football, stretching back to their first clash in 1907. Over the years, the North West London Derby has grown into a fixture that captures the…
Kenya has made significant strides in healthcare workforce development as part of its ongoing collaboration with the United Kingdom. Speaking during a meeting with the British High Commissioner to Kenya, Neil Wigan, Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Barasa highlighted the successful deployment of Kenyan nurses to the UK, a key milestone in the two countries’…
Mary Moraa has reacted to her second-place finish in the 800m at the Athlos NYC event while congratulating winner Tsige Duguma. Reigning world 800m champion Mary Moraa has reacted to her second-place finish in the women’s 800m at Alexis Ohanian’s Athlos NYC event on Thursday, September 26. The Commonwealth Games champion went into the race…
President William Ruto shares light moments with Bishop Luka Maiyo, eldoret area Bishop of African Inland Church (AIC) and Bishop David Kipsoi- AIC Keiyo Area during the opening of a new church sanctuary at A.I.C Kipkorgot in Uasin Gishu County on December 22, 2024. [PCS] After two turbulent years defined by political unrest, accusations of human rights…
American Olympian Fred Kerley has hit criticized the current generation of athletes for being ‘soft’. Olympic bronze medalist Fred Kerley has stirred controversy with his recent remarks on the state of modern track and field, labeling today’s athletes as part of a ‘soft era’. Known for his unfiltered opinions, Kerley took to Twitter to voice…
Eldoret High Court Judge Reuben Nyakundi sentenced LGBTQ activist Edwin Chiloba Jacktone Odhiambo to 50 years in prison The judge said that the evidence presented showed that the killing was a well-calculated and evil act that showed no respect for the sanctity of life. Judge Nyakundi also noted that Chiloba was the only child in…
In 2022, Kenyan citizens and firms increased their assets in Switzerland by Kes.3 billion, despite transferring a substantial portion of their portfolios to other tax havens. According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), assets in Switzerland rose to Kes. 9.82 billion from Kes. 6.82 billion in 2021. This increase likely stems from both…
Youth from across the North Rift region submitted their views on the Youth Draft Bill 2024, with the top request being the exception of youth from the Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) requirement when they seek loans. The youth emphasized the need to ease this and other requirements that hinder access to finance and grants to…
Kericho Governor Eric Mutai Kericho Governor Eric Mutai has been impeached despite having secured a court order earlier in the day to stop the impeachment proceedings. In a heated afternoon session at the Kericho County Assembly, a total of 31 MCAs voted in favour of removing the governor from office, while 16 MCAs boycotted the…
The Northern Corridor Transit and Transport Coordination Authority (NCTTCA) has sounded the alarm that long-distance truck drivers traveling along the Northern Transport Corridor are suffering from a myriad of health conditions. The NCTTCA reports that many commercial truck drivers along the corridor are grappling with health issues such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and eyesight…
Community Champion against Gender Based Violence Nastehe Aftin during a penel discussion on breaking the silence on disability and gender based violence on December 3, 2024 at the British Residence, Muthaiga. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] At five years old, her world was forever changed. She was torn from the safety of her childhood and dragged…
On Monday, October 14, national newspapers reported extensively on the race to succeed Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua should the Senate remove him from power. Top news in today's newspapers: Photo: Daily Nation/The Standard.Source: UGC 1. Daily Nation This newspaper reported on ongoing efforts to find a successor to Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua should the Senate…
NARC-Kenya party leader Martha Karua. [Screengrab, Spice FM] NARC-Kenya party leader Martha Karua has narrated events captured in her memoir, Against the Tide, detailing her journey from childhood into the political arena. Giving a sneak preview of the book titled Against the Tide which explains her journey on a less-trodden path, Karua narrated how her…
Agoro Sare’s Collins Onyango battles for the ball against Matutu Secondary school player at Cardinal Otunga High School Mosocho during Nyanza Regional Secondary school games. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] The ugly scenes of hooliganism returned to haunt the Nyanza Region Secondary School games on Friday again after defending champions Agoro Sare High School was knocked out…