Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga who was in attendance at the Raila Odinga stadium in Homa Bay during the Mara Sugar and Gor Mahia clash made donations towards both team. Defending champions Gor Mahia staged a dramatic late show to secure a 2-0 victory against Mara Sugar in an FKF Premier League (FKFPL) fixture at…
The Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) is pushing for immediate reforms to the Teachers’ Career Progression Guidelines (CPG), urging the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) to address the issue without delay. Teachers across Kenya have expressed concerns that the current system has hindered their career growth and stifled promotion opportunities. Bro Nelson Ilamoka, the KNUT…
The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has confirmed the recovery of 384 tariffs and 628 sticks of suspected marijuana in Pandipieri area, Migori County. In the multi-agency operation involving NACADA, the Anti-Narcotic Unit (ANU), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and other law enforcement agencies, 21.5 litres of chang’aa…
As the Kenya Devolution Support Program II (KDSP II) gains momentum, county officials across the country have been sensitised towards ensuring efficient service delivery and resource management. The State Department Principal Secretary, Ms. Teresia Mbaika, speaking at a Nanyuki hotel during a three-day conference for the 47 counties chief officers and county program coordinators on…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accompanied by his wife Pastor Dorcas and family members address journalists at Karen hospital after being discharged from the facility where he had been admitted after falling ill during the Senate proceedings on October 20, 2024. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has said he will give…
Francis Gaitho before Milimani Senior Principal Magistrate Robinson Ondieki. [File, Standard] The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) says influencer Francis Gaitho is wanted for alleged criminal activities. In a statement on X, on Thursday, the DCI accused Gaitho of disseminating personal information about a senior public officer and publishing false information. According to the DCI,…
Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula. [File, Standard] A fresh case has been filed to kick out the Speaker of the National Assembly for ruling Kenya Kwanza is the majority party despite court orders saying otherwise. The petitioners, led by Kenneth Njagi Njiru, want the High Court to find that Moses Wetang’ula cannot continue…
In a whirlwind diplomatic campaign across Southern Africa, Raila Odinga has intensified his bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson seat ahead of the February 2025 elections. Over just five days, Raila met with six heads of state, solidifying his vision and agenda for the African continent. The southern Africa push Raila’s campaign blitz…
By ROSELYN OBALA Japan says it is committed to more ‘sustainable development’ with Africa as it pursues to make itself a relevant and different partner from other world powers seeking a slice of the continent. Last week, Japan hosted foreign ministers from around the continent for the 9th ministerial meeting under the Tokyo International Conference…
FKF Premier League midweek action sees mouth-watering clashes as top of the table KCB FC seek to maintain unbeaten run against defending champions Gor Mahia while 3rd placed AFC Leopards look to get back to winning ways away to Murang’a Seals in midweek clashes. Matchweek 6 of the FKF Premier League (FKF PL) will see…
Tusker Fc head coach Charles Okere is beaming with confidence ahead of Saturday’s premier league fixture against Nairobi City Stars. The two week international break Okere says has been beneficial to the squad with the tactician saying they have used it to improve on a number of areas in the playing unit. ‘’The three…
After signing defender Dennis Wanjala, Tusker FC are preparing to announce another major player to strengthen their squad for the season. Tusker FC are soon set to unveil another big signing of the transfer window as they continue to prepare for the upcoming season. The Brewers are aiming to bolster its squad significantly as they…
Fred Kerley has fired back at critics, highlighting his rapid Olympic achievements while leaving fans speculating about his target. Olympic 100m bronze medallist Fred Kerley has left fans confused following his recent post on Instagram. Fred Kerley has been under the radar following the setback he faced earlier this year, being tasered and arrested by…
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) has begun construction on a flyover at the Ngong Road and Naivasha Road intersection, near Junction Mall in Nairobi. The project, funded by a concessional loan of Ksh3.58 billion (EUR 25.3 million) from Spain’s Corporate International Fund (FIEM), aims for completion by July 2027. Designed to ease traffic congestion…
Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua. [File, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that threats from a powerful government official have delayed the launch of his new political party. Speaking at a church event in Kitengela, Gachagua insisted that while the party is fully prepared for the unveiling, concerns over possible intimidation forced a…