Eldoret removed a controversial statue resembling Faith Kipyegon overnight due to public criticism, ahead of its elevation to city status. Residents of Eldoret town in Uasin Gishu county woke up to a new dawn without the much-debated statues of athletes that had caused a public outcry. The statues, including one believed to represent world-renowned middle-distance…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua The victim’s of 2007/08 post-election violence from Rift Valley region say they will support Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua until his five-year term runs its course. Speaking in Nakuru after holding a prayer meeting for the deputy president, the group said they were alarmed by “careless attacks and threats” directed at Deputy…
Investment and Promotion Principal Secretary Abubakar Hassan says Kenya is creating an enabling environment to make Special Economic Zones (SEZ) more competitive and conducive for investment. This comes as market disruptions, environmental issues, high cost of production and competition from regional and global markets emerge as key challenges facing Kenya’s textile…
The Siaya Skating Club Team beaming after landing the Nyanza Region Tujiamini Gold Award. [Washington Onyango,Standard] The Siaya Skating Club in Kenya, founded just three years ago, is making waves in the sports community after securing the prestigious Tujiamini Gold Award, which comes with a Sh500,000 prize. The club, led by Founder and Director Dorcas…
Jakob Ingebrigtsen has explained why he did not watch Yared Nuguse’s record-breaking race at the Millrose Games. Reigning Olympic 5000m champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen was in a class of his own as he shattered Yared Nuguse’s indoor mile world record at a meet in Lievin, France, on Thursday. Jakob Ingebrigtsen clocked an impressive 3:45.14 to cross…
The 11-month-long series has traversed twenty counties in Kenya and four countries in the East African region The penultimate leg of the KCB East Africa Golf Tour is expected to be headlined by 250 top amateur golfers from around the country at the par 72 Ruiru Sports Club this weekend. The 11-month-long series has traversed…
The just ended teachers strike called by the Kenya Union of Post Primary Education teachers (KUPPET) did not affect schools in Homa Bay County according to the County Education Director Eunice Khaemba. MS Khaemba said her office received daily briefs indicating that learning in the county went on…
Kitui County Assembly Speaker Kevin Kinengo Katisya. The Kitui County Assembly has wrapped up its week-long “Bunge Mashinani” sessions at Migwani Primary School in Mwingi West. The initiative, aimed at bringing governance closer to the people, saw residents throng the temporary assembly to witness proceedings and provide feedback. The sessions focused on sensitizing the public…
On Friday, August 23, Kenyan newspapers reported that former prime minister Raila Odinga has secured the support of at least 19 countries in his bid for the chairmanship of the African Union (AU) Commission. Daily newspapers also highlighted the new level of teachers' salaries after the government increased their pay to quell the strike. Kenyan…
Discover how Faith Kipyegon’s family, including her athletic spouse and supportive parents, shapes her success as a world-class runner. Three-time gold medallist at the Olympic Games, Faith Chepngetich Kipyegon, not only shines on the track but also leads a fulfilling family life that is both inspiring and heartwarming. As a dominant figure in middle-distance running,…
Bumper rewards are in the offing for athletes who will be crowned overall winners at the World Athletics Awards gala with Faith Kipyegon, Emmanuel Wanyonyi, Noah Lyles among the nominees. World Athletics unveiled the nominees for the World Athlete of the Year Award set to be feted for their outstanding 2024 season. The system for…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has apologized for the disposal of waste outside of Stima Plaza during a dispute with Kenya Power Company Explained that waste disposal was not planned, and ordered the immediate removal of trucks that were blocking entries The controversy was due to an electric bill claimed by a city palace, resulting in…
A woman sought advice on social media after discovering her husband had been cheating on her with another woman The woman revealed that her husband had fathered a child out of wedlock with a colleague, and the 'baby mama' was threatening to sue her for abandoning her son. Some netizens advised the woman to leave…
Two Ugandans have been detained for allegedly insulting President Yoweri Museveni, First Lady Janet Museveni and the president’s son Gen Muhoozi Kainerugaba on the video-sharing platform, TikTok. Magistrate Stella Maris Amabilis remanded 21-year-old David Ssengozi, alias Lucky Choice, and Isaiah Ssekagiri, 28, to Kigo prison until Wednesday when they will make an initial court appearance….
Djed Spence’s revival at Tottenham came after his succesful loan spell at Genoa in Italy following struggles in France and in the Championship, but it would never have happened without his Kenyan mum Aisha. If Tottenham defender Djed Spence earns a call up to Tomas Tuchel’s first ever England squad, it will have been a…