Judge Reuben Nyakundi has sentenced former soldier Lilian Biwott to 35 years in prison following the murder of her husband, Victor Kipchumba The judge refused to plead guilty to murder, saying there was no evidence that Biwott was motivated. He emphasized the need to address domestic violence in the country, saying that the cases have…
Action between St Anthony’s and St Charles Lwanga during the East Africa hockey match played at Mbale School of Hygiene in Uganda on August 20, 2024. [Standard Sports] Former East Africa hockey champions St Anthony’s Boys High School Kitale bounced back from the 1-0 loss to holders Kakungulu Memorial from Uganda to beat compatriots St…
The former Manchester United forward is set to finally go professional as a tennis player. Retired football icon Diego Forlan, known for his illustrious career with Manchester United, Atletico Madrid, and Inter Milan, is gearing up to make his professional tennis debut at the upcoming Uruguay Open. At 45, Forlan is proving that age is…
A special screening and discussion of the Luo Film, Janam Otis, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 27 The event, hosted by #WeWatchKenyan at Out Reality, located at The Mall (basement), Westlands will begin with a screening from 6.00pm to 7.00pm and a question & answer slot with the cast & crew. Created…
Scientists debate whether Usain Bolt’s 100m world record will ever be broken, with genetics and training playing key roles. Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt remains the undisputed king of the track with his 100m world record of 9.58 seconds standing tall for over 15 years. The remarkable feat, achieved at the 2009 World Championships in…
The four-time world champion will be making a rare public appearance at a conference in India to debunk common misconceptions about Kenyan distance running. Legendary Kenyan steeplechaser Ezekiel Kemboi will be attending the sixth season of the Ekamra Sports Literature Festival (ESLF) at the Indian Habitat Centre in New Delhi on November 23, 2024. The…
Here are some of the things Junior Starlets can take away from their 2-0 defeat against England in the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup opener. Kenya’s Junior Starlets faced a tough introduction to their first-ever FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup campaign falling 2-0 to England in their Group C opener. Despite the defeat, there were…
Anti-Finance Bill protests in Ruiru. FILE PHOTO The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has initiated a series of inter-generational conversations in Homa Bay aimed at addressing issues raised by youth earlier this year. The initiative seeks to bridge generational gaps and foster understanding between different age groups. Philip Okundi, chairman said as part of…
A senior Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officer died instantly when his Toyota RAV4 plunged into the Mwachome River in Msambweni, Kwale County. Msambweni police chief Francis Gachoki confirmed the incident on Monday morning. He reported that the vehicle, traveling from Msambweni to Likoni, lost control and veered off the road before crashing into the river…
National Rainbow Coalition (NARC) Kenya leader Martha Karua has condemned the rising cases of abductions in the country, calling for urgent action following the discovery of the bodies of two of the Mlolongo four abductees in a mortuary. In a statement dated January 31, 2025, Karua decried the gruesome fate of Justus Musyimi and Martin…
The Judiciary is working on improving service delivery at the Makadara Law Courts by deploying ICT in efforts to decongest the court. Chief Justice Martha Koome said that the Judiciary is committed to decongesting courts in Nairobi, especially Makadara, by hastening court processes like paying court fines and…
Botswana, Mozambique, and Tanzania are the last three teams to qualify for the 35th edition of the African Cup of Nations, penciled in for next year in Morocco. The Zebras of Botswana forced a 1-1 draw against the 7-time African Champions, Egypt, in the final Group C match played on Wednesday evening at the Cairo…
The dismembered body of a woman was discovered in a bush in Machakos County by local residents Local police reported that the body had severe injuries, including a missing arm and stab wounds to the eyes. OCPD Philis Muthoni assured the public that the police will increase patrols in the area and urged residents to…
World champion Sha’Carri Richardson credits the woman she is developing into after embracing changes and dealing with them on and off the track head-on. Sha’Carri Richardson’s talents, coupled with her ‘superpowers’, have cemented her status as one of the most recognisable athletes in her sport. The 24-year-old American won the 100m world title in Budapest…