During a tour of Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) on Wednesday, Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki reiterated the government’s resolve to transform Kenya’s healthcare landscape through the Taifa Care program. Highlighting the near-completion of the hospital’s new Kidney Institute, he revealed that the facility would soon be inaugurated by President William Ruto, marking a significant milestone…
Pastor Ng'ang'a left Kenyans in awe when he sold bread for KSh 200 and mandazi for KSh 100 during church service Congregations flocked to the altar to buy bread, while others were ordered to take it on credit and pay it back the following Sunday Ng'ang'a also distributed soda to the men of his congregation…
Fitness guru and dancer Chiki Kuruka has backed Willis Chimano for a role on the hit reality TV series Young, Famous & African (YFA) Taking to her Instagram stories on Sunday, January 26, 2025, Chiki expressed her admiration for the show and pitched Chimano to join its cast. “Dear @youngfamousandafrican Your show is INCREDIBLE! The…
The family of 23-year-old Seth Nyakio Njeri, a graduate of Zetech University, is demanding justice after his tragic death Nyakio's body was found on Monday, October 14, 2024, in a rented house in Thika after he left home to visit a friend His mother, Lucy Njeri, expressed deep sorrow, saying the incident was traumatic, adding…
Education PS Beatrice Inyangala. [File, Standard] The Ministry of Education has revoked previously issued fee structures for first-year students placed in universities by the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS). This decision applies to students set to join public universities this September when the 2023/2024 academic year begins. In a statement, the Higher…
Explore Siya Kolisi’s inspiring journey from humble beginnings to rugby greatness, his personal life, financial success and historic Springboks captaincy. Siya Kolisi is a South African professional rugby union player who has made history as the first black captain of the Springboks, South Africa’s national rugby team. Siya Kolisi’s rise in the rugby world has…
The Kenyan government has announced that it will waive entry fees for citizens visiting national parks and reserves on September 28, 2024. This initiative is part of the country’s observance of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) Day and Week and aims to appreciate Kenyans for their immense and consistent support for wildlife conservation…
The Dutchwoman recorded her best performance in the Paris Olympics after claiming gold in marathon. However, she doesn’t want distraction through comparison and predicts another productive year 2025. Paris Olympic marathon champion Sifan Hassan has maintained that she is focused on what she can do and not records or history amid comparison with Emil Zatopek….
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah quenches his thirst during the national dialogue committee talks at Bomas of Kenya on Monday, August, 21, 2023. [File, Standard] Anyone meeting National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah for the first time would likely wonder how such a voice comes out of the man. Physically, he is not what the cameras…
The 100m Olympic champion has explained why he will consider launching a track and field production company once his sprinting days are over. American sprinting sensation Noah Lyles has hinted at two potential career paths he may pursue once he retires from professional athletics. After a stellar yet challenging campaign at the Paris 2024 Olympics,…
The government is going to recruit more National Police Reservists (NPRs) in an effort to beef up security in areas prone to cattle rustling, Isiolo County Commissioner Geoffrey Omoding has said. Mr Omoding said the government has beefed up security in the area but added that more Reservists would…
Noah Lyles has explained the extra motivation behind his crazy pre-race antics at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Reigning Olympic 100m champion Noah Lyles has broken his silence on the dramatic pre-race antics that became one of the most talked-about moments of the Paris Games last August. According to Lyles, his animated jumping routine before the…
Mary Moraa’s track rival, Athing Mu, has been honored with a striking mural in her hometown celebrating her Olympic triumphs. One of Mary Moraa’s track rivals, Athing Mu recently celebrated a heartwarming tribute in her hometown of Trenton, New Jersey. A stunning mural honoring her historic achievements at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics has been unveiled…
Ng’iya Girls center Tracy Sally (left) in action against Asumbi Girls during Nyanza Region secondary school games at Kisii School.[Sammy Omingo,Standard] Ng’iya Girls are through to the Nyanza Region Secondary School basketball 3×3 quarterfinals. The Siaya County champions saw off Oyugi Ogango 21-5 after humbling Homa Bay County champions 16-8 in their opening match. Speaking…
Chief Justice Martha Koome has condemned the National Police Service (NPS) for withdrawing the security detail and driver of High Court Judge Lawrence Mugambi. Speaking at the Supreme Court in Nairobi on Monday, CJ Koome expressed her concerns over the disarming of Judge Mugambi’s security personnel over the weekend. She connected these actions to Justice…