The ex-Banyana Banyana skipper and her partner have announced the exciting news as they prepare for their first experience of parenthood. Former South Africa women’s captain Janine van Wyk and her partner Julia Molin have announced that they are expecting a baby, solidifying the union of the two ex-footballers. Van Wyk and her Swedish partner…
Comedienne and content creator Awinja has taken her fans down memory lane with fresh details on how the abrupt end of the TV show Papa Shirandula forced her to venture into content creation. Speaking during a show on a local TV station on Friday, January 17, 2024, the thespian noted that the show’s end pushed…
Usain Bolt has reflected on his early days as a teenager, long before the laurels of gold medals and world records. Jamaican sprint icon Usain Bolt recently took a moment to reflect on his journey from a promising young athlete to the world’s fastest man. In a heartwarming social media post, Bolt shared an inspiring…
Kisumu governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has urged Chief Justice Martha Koome to take up the baby Pendo case. Terming the delay as justice denied, Nyong’o, in a statement dated Friday, January 17, 2025, appealed to the CJ to investigate why such a high-profile case is being drugged and ensure it progresses with the speed it deserves….
Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja (left) and DCI boss Mohamed Amin (right) fail to show up in court. [File, Standard] Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations Amin Mohamed on Friday failed to appear in court, again, to explain the whereabouts of three missing individuals abducted in Mlolongo. This is despite court…
Passengers using the Kisumu Safari Train will now be compelled to readjust their travelling schedules following the discontinuation of extra trips introduced during the festive season. In a statement on Friday, January 17, 2025, Kenya Railways announced that the train had reverted to the normal schedule. The train will now leave Nairobi every Friday and…
The two latest Mpox cases are reported in Kericho and Taita Taveta counties. The Ministry of Health has confirmed two new Mpox cases, bringing the total number of infections to 33 since the outbreak began. Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni announced on Friday, January 17 that the latest cases were reported in Kericho and Taita…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has reflected on how it feels to be a part of Jamaica’s golden era of sprinting and inspiring the next generation. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has opened up about the importance of being a part of the golden era of Jamaican sprinting and what youngsters should learn from her and the other accomplished sprinters. Growing…
A better mobile navigational alternative, may have come to African road users today as revolutionary mobile mapping application, NEXIT makes its way into Android and iOS platforms today. The app has been transforming travel experiences for American road users since 2019. But now, it’s the turn of Africa, as it specifically debuts on Android and…
Juma Hannis Shimano allegedly stabbed his wife, Winnie Akhalusa, to death before dying shortly after While investigating the crime scene, detectives discover a gruesome handwritten note detailing the suspect's intended plan The sad incident happened a few days after Juma shared his photo on Facebook with his wife looking into each other's eyes Nandi County…
Tusker FC coach Charles Okere is the latest to join the call for the privatization of the Kenyan Premier League. Tusker FC head coach Charles Okere has voiced his support for the privatization of the Football Kenya Federation Premier League (FKFPL), urging the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to hand over the league’s management to a…
The government through the Ministry of Health has confirmed two additional Mpox cases, bringing a total number of 33 confirmed cases since the outbreak began. In an update dated Friday, January 17, 2025, Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa stated that the latest cases have been reported from Kericho and Taita Taveta counties. In addition, Barasa…
Newly sworn-in Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe was on Friday, January 17, 2025, thrown into the deep end immediately after taking over the docket from his predecessor Andrew Karanja. After subscribing to the oath of office and pledging his willingness to support Kenya Kwanza’s development agenda, President William Ruto informed CS Kagwe that his first…
Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani Ichung'wah has praised the secretaries of the ODM Cabinet saying they are doing commendable work Ichung'wah claimed that ODM secretaries serve the country with diligence, integrity and dedication The MP added that Cabinet secretaries are not appointed to serve the president only, but Kenyan citizens Kikuyu Member of Parliament Kimani…
Saint Lucia golden girl Julien Alfred had an outstanding 2024 season that included winning her first Olympics title but what do you know about the sprinter? Julien Alfred was among the breakout stars of 2024 after an incredible season when she won Olympics 100m gold before adding the 200m silver to her collection. Alfred was…