Civil society and gender-based activist Shamalla Immaculate has urged both county and national governments to allocate more funds to support the fight against gender-based violence (GBV) in Western Kenya. Speaking to the press on Saturday after a one-day training session on gender-sensitive reporting for journalists in Kocholia, Teso North Sub County, Immaculate also called on…
Tabitha Gatwiri's family will issue a detailed report after determining the cause of her death after toxicology Gatwiri's acting partner, Jasper Murume, mourned in a touching way, recalling the days they spent together A heartbroken Murume admitted that he was confused by the death of his acting lover, sharing the plans they had before he…
Diamond Platnumz angered Kenyan fans after failing to perform at the Furaha Festival over the weekend The disappointment was compounded by his run-in with Willy Paul, although the Tanzanian singer's leadership denied him. Diamond indirectly answered his critics by showing the big collaboration he is currently working on Diamond Platnumz is moving on with life…
On Sunday, February 16, a man invited his girlfriend to his Machakos rent before killing him Machakos County Police Commander Patrick Lobolia confirmed the incident, associated with sexual jealousy The detectives removed the body and transported it to the mortuary of Machakos Level 5 as they awaited the investigation as the suspect's search continued Machakos…
Term 1, 2025, is expected to begin earlier than usual on January 6, but the reopening of Kenyan schools faces uncertainty due to a looming teachers’ strike. At the heart of the standoff is a dispute over the release of a critical Ksh10 billion medical insurance allocation. Teachers have made it clear that if the…
The Norwegian star was no fluke as he shattered the meeting record to win the men’s 400m Hurdles at the Diamond League Meeting in Silesia. Karsten Warholm has returned to winning ways with a stunning victory at the Diamond League Meeting in Silesia. Warholm, competing in the men’s 400m hurdles, clocked a meeting record time…
The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, through the State Department for Social Protection and Senior Citizen Affairs, has launched a recruitment drive to fill 8,321 positions for enumerators and supervisors. This initiative aims to collect data across various counties in Kenya and will involve casual employment for 21 days. For enumerator roles, the ministry…
Leonard's son Mambo Mbotela Jimmy narrated his father's last times before he died Jimmy said the veteran broadcaster seems to have known his time was around There was a controversy over plans to bury him in Lang'ata cemetery, but Yassin Juma put the record right Jimmy Mbotela, the son of a veteran broadcaster, has narrated…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at the National Assembly on October 8, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has gazetted a special session to address the impeachment charges against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. This follows the National Assembly’s vote on Tuesday evening, where 281 Members of Parliament (MPs) supported Gachagua’s removal. “I appoint the…
Racheal Otuoma has broken her silence, sharing heartfelt insights on honoring her late husband and embracing unexpected family reconciliation. Racheal Otuoma has finally spoken out following the burial of her late husband, Ezekiel Otuoma, which took place on January 11. The emotional journey for Racheal has been marked by significant events, from her reconciliation with…
By Daily Monitor Internet was again left buzzing Saturday after President Museveni’s son, Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba who has been mobilizing support ahead of 2026 presidential elections announced that he would not contest for the country’s top office currently occupied by his father for nearly four decades. “I would like to announce that I will not…
From Left: Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Maragua MP Mary Wamaua during the Consecration and Installation of Bishop Peter Kimani Ndung’u in Embu County, on November 16, 2024. [Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called on the government to fulfil its promises to Kenyans, now that he…
UK Athletics saw budget cuts for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, an issue that was not well received by the federation leadership. UK Sport have denied athletics is on the ‘naughty step’ despite slashing the sport’s funding for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Team GB won 10 medals in track and field at Paris 2024,…
The Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs has issued a stern warning to Kenyans about the rising cases of visa fraud and fake job offers abroad. In a notice dated February 4, 2025, the ministry urged citizens to exercise greater caution in their travel arrangements. The ministry said it continues to receive complaints from individuals…
South African sprinter Akani Simbine reflects on his sprinting journey, Olympic success, and inspiring future generations of African athletes. Olympic medalist Akani Simbine has made it clear that he is not stepping away from the track anytime soon. The 31-year-old South African sprinter, who has become one of the leading faces of African sprinting, remains…