The National Heroes Council now says it is in the process of developing a mechanism to recognize Kenyans who have made positive contributions to the country’s development both locally and abroad. National Heroes Council Chief Executive Officer, Charles Wambia, says the mechanism is contained in the council’s strategic plan clearly outlines how those to be…
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has opposed the proposed fourth formula for allocation of sharable revenue to counties. Governor Barasa said the proposal by the Commission on Revenue Allocation (CRA) would disadvantage other counties which would end up losing the amounts they were receiving in the third revenue allocation…
Why Levis Opiyo is ignoring praise from AFC Leopards fans after impressive displays in goal for Ingwe. AFC Leopards goalkeeper Levis Opiyo has chosen to remain grounded despite being hailed as one of the best shot-stoppers in the FKF Premier League this season. His heroics against Kariobangi Sharks played a crucial role in helping Leopards…
Baraza, who played for the likes of AFC Leopards and Yanga, was forced to put his career on hold after his father Sammy Nyongesa- himself a former Harambee Stars coach – lost his battle with prostrate cancer in 2017. Former Harambee Stars forward Mike Baraza was once a household name in Kenyan football, having left…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja dismissed rumors claiming there was a plot to remove Moses Wetang’ula as National Assembly Speaker. Speaking at a church service in Khwisero, Kakamega County, Sakaja assured the public that there were no such plans and urged those eyeing the position to abandon their ambitions. “I was concerned when I heard the…
Business Registration Service acknowledges reports of a data breach on Sunday, February 2. [Getty Images] The Business Registration Service (BRS) has acknowledged reports of a data breach affecting the company registry’s information. In a statement on Sunday, BRS Director General Kenneth Gathuma said investigations into the incident are underway. “Our cybersecurity experts are working closely with…
The Court of Appeal has overturned the decision of the High Court, which jailed Sirisia MP John Waluke and Grace Wakhungu for 67 years. The two were involved in a multi-million shilling scam in the National Cereals and Crops Board (NCPB) Three judges led by Judge Patrick Kiage found that the court did not adequately…
Father of Ugandan Olympian Rebecca Cheptegei has accused her boyfriend of setting her ablaze in Kenya after a personal dispute. The father of Ugandan Olympic marathon runner Rebecca Cheptegei has publicly disclosed heart-wrenching details surrounding the brutal attack on his daughter allegedly by her ex-boyfriend. According to Joseph Cheptegei, the assault was the culmination of…
President William Ruto has set a clear and ambitious agenda for his newly reconstituted Cabinet, emphasizing the critical areas that must be prioritized to drive progress in the nation. Speaking at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, Ruto outlined a comprehensive plan to tackle corruption, enhance transparency, and boost Kenya’s economic growth. “We are at a…
Fred Kerley clarified that although he aimed to break Usain Bolt’s 100m world record, a few setbacks prevented him from executing it as planned. Fred Kerley has clarified on his message about shattering Usain Bolt’s 100m world record and why it did not happen the time he had expected to execute it. Speaking on the…
Ruth Chepng’etich has revealed her determination to push boundaries further after her record-breaking marathon feat, aiming to set new standards despite facing skepticism and intense global scrutiny. New women’s marathon record holder Ruth Chepng’etich has promised to continue pushing boundaries after her groundbreaking performance at the 2024 Chicago Marathon. The Kenyan sensation, who became the…
American hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone once faced isolation over her faith, but today embraces it boldly, despite public and professional scrutiny. Four-time Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is not only known for her record-breaking performances on the track but also for her unwavering faith that has guided her journey, both professionally and personally. Despite a path…
Swiss socialite Jocelyn Wildenstein, better known as ‘Catwoman’ because of her surgically enhanced cat-like features, will be cremated and buried at her family’s ranch in Kenya, her longtime partner has said. Ms Wildenstein, who made headlines in her lifetime for her extreme and extensive plastic surgeries, died peacefully in her sleep at the age of…
Uhuru meets German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta with German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier. PHOTO/@4thPresidentKE/X Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday, February 17, 2025, paid a courtesy call to German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier at Bellevue Palace in Berlin, Germany. Uhuru was accompanied by Kenya’s Ambassador to Germany Stella Mokaya Orina, who also serves…
Slain drug baron Swaleh Yusuf (left) and Fatuma Ahmed at the Mombasa Court in Mombasa County on 16th April 2019, where they were charged with drug trafficking. [File, Standard] The widow of the slain drug baron Swaleh Yusuf Ahmed alias Kandereni has been sentenced to 40 years for trafficking narcotics. Mombasa Senior Resident Magistrate David…