Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has firmly rejected calls from some politicians urging him to oppose President William Ruto’s policies, similar to how his predecessor, Rigathi Gachagua, supposedly disagreed with his former boss. Kindiki made it clear that opposing government policies does not fall within the Deputy President’s responsibilities. He questioned those advising him to oppose…
Two-time world champion Wayde van Niekerk has struggled to regain his old form in recent years but what is there to know about the South African who holds the 400m world record? Wayde van Niekerk is among Africa’s most successful sprinters having not just won Olympics and world titles but also broken world records in…
The High Court has nullified the 2019 Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) census results for Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa Counties, citing significant irregularities. Garissa High Court Judge John Onyiego ruled that KNBS failed to uphold data integrity standards, leading to inaccurate population figures for the affected counties. “The published results in Volume 1 of…
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi. [File, Standard] The fate of over 8,000 graduate interns hired on one-year contracts by government agencies and departments hangs in the balance as their tenure ends today. Yesterday, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi said the matter was under the Public Service Commission (PSC) and dismissed an earlier directive…
Patrick Serro, a former junction actress Junction, died on January 25 after complaining of chest pain His beloved sister, Ascar Serro, shared congratulations from the heart, remembering his role as a pillar of the family Networking and Tasnian colleagues mourn the death of Serro, praising his contribution to Kenyan TV Kenya's entertainment industry mourns the…
Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) Secretary General Francis Atwoli has hit back at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s calls for salaried Kenyans to ensure President William Ruto is not reelected in 2027. Gachagua had urged salaried workers to take a stand against Ruto, citing excessive taxation as the main grievance. “The biggest task we…
On Thursday, January 30, local newspapers largely reported on the escalation of the crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as well as Kenya's efforts to reconcile President Felix Tshisekedi and Paul Kagame of Rwanda. The headlines of the Kenyan main newspaper on Thursday, January 30. Photo: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and National…
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Junet Mohamed has commented that Kenyan challenges need a broader perspective, which has left Kenyans thinking about the possibility of ODM-UDA connection The spreading coalition may include support in parliament, thus giving President Willam Ruto the greatest hold in the legislative process Although anxiety has remained on the weakening of the opposition, supporters question that…
The 10-time world champion will inspire fans by sharing her journey, celebrating culture and introducing her empowering beauty brand. Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce will be making a special appearance at VP Records’ flagship store in Queens, NY, on Friday night. The event, organized in collaboration with New York Caribbean media powerhouse Irie Jam Radio,…
TikTok Head of Sales, Global Business Solutions, Sub-Saharan Africa, Carl Jordan (Left), Client Partner Lead for East Africa, Aleph Holding, Rachel Karanu (Center) and Co-founder and President, Wowzi, Mike Otieno (Right) during the TikTok for Business launch event held in Nairobi, Kenya. TikTok is strengthening its presence in Kenya by boosting business advertising revenue through…
Olympic champion Gabby Thomas gives details about the hell she goes through before boarding flights. Three-time Olympic champion Gabby Thomas has revealed that her life is in danger. Her sentiments come in the wake of her setting records straight that she is always being followed to airports by a group of middle-aged unknown men, and…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has issued a strong warning to the public regarding the growing threat of unlicensed individuals posing as medical professionals online. The council urged citizens to exercise caution and verify the credentials of healthcare providers before seeking treatment or advice. This warning comes amid a surge in online…
Ferdinand Omanyala has emerged as one of Africa’s finest sprinters and this article will delve into more things you might not know about him off the track. Ferdinand Omanyala Omurwa was born on January 2, 1996, in Hamisi, Vihiga County, Kenya and shortly after his birth, his family relocated to Tongaren. Omanyala has rapidly gained…
The 2025 Safari Rally promises an exhilarating experience with the introduction of two new stages, Chief Executive Officer Charles Gacheru has revealed. During a tour of the course in Naivasha, Gacheru stated, “We’ve added two fresh stages—a 5km shakedown at Camp Moran and an 8km race at Morendat Farm—to enhance the thrill for fans and…