The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an advisory urging Kenya and other East African nations to stay on high alert following a suspected outbreak of Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) in Tanzania. In a statement released on Tuesday, January 14, WHO raised concerns about the high-risk level in the region after the disease claimed the…
Alloyce Ochieng, 24, allegedly killed his estranged wife, Laurine Ochieng, after inviting her to discuss their issues Alloyce's mother and neighbors begged him to stop, but he continued the attack, fleeing only to find Laurine dead. Laurine's enraged brothers set fire to Alloyce's house and her mother, then headed to the morgue after her body…
Kenyan dailies covered the wave of kidnappings on Thursday, January 16, with claims that the disappearances may be the work of the National Intelligence Service (NIS). Kenyan newspaper headlines on Thursday, January 16. Photo: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star, Taifa Leo and People Daily.Source: UGC 1. Daily Nation The newspaper reported on Public Service…
Olympic champion Noah Lyles is eager to modernise athletics once he hangs up his spikes and use his other talents to realize this dream. Olympic champion Noah Lyles is a jack of all trades. Not only is the American a household name in athletics after taking the mantle from sprint king Usain Bolt, but also…
The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has unveiled a new feature, a ‘Stop Signal Arm and dual red-light indicator’, which will be implemented to enhance traffic safety for students on school buses. As part of the Draft Traffic (School Transport) Rules 2025, the government aims to address the critical issue of child safety on…
Tara Davis and Hunter Woodhall have made a name for themselves in athletics but how their love life unfolded is something that has not ben fully explained. The Woodhalls’ love story reads like the script of a feel-good sports movie. It seems like just yesterday that America’s golden couple lovingly celebrated their Paris 2024 victories…
Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has issued a warning to Kenyans regarding CSC Compliancy, a company he alleges is falsely advertising jobs in Dubai. In a statement on Wednesday, January 15, Mutua disclosed that the company is unregistered and its activities are not recognized by the government. He further emphasized that he has directed the…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has urged critics of the Kenya Kwanza administration to express their opinions without resorting to insults. Kindiki highlighted that Kenya’s democratic framework allows citizens to voice differing opinions, even when they oppose the government. However, he emphasized that expressing dissent should never involve offensive language. He stressed the importance of maintaining…
Plain cloth police officers arrest a protestor during anti-government demonstrations along Moi Avenue in Nairobi, on July 16, 2024. [File, Standard] Desperately trying to secure his son’s release from captivity, a distressed Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi knew only one person could help – President William Ruto. His statement to investigative agencies on Tuesday…
Concerns have emerged in Meru County following reports of a possible Cabinet reshuffle, with speculation that President William Ruto may dismiss Water Cabinet Secretary Eric Muriithi Muuga. Sources close to the President have indicated that Ruto may introduce at least two new faces from Mt Kenya East into his ever-evolving broad-based government. The speculation surfaced…
Murder convict Joseph Irungu, alias Jowie, has raised concerns over the extended delay in accessing his trial record, a crucial document for his appeal against the death sentence. Jowie was sentenced to death on March 13, 2024, for the murder of Monica Kimani and filed a notice of appeal two days later. Nearly a year…
The state visit by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander and Her Majesty Queen Máxima to Kenya will go ahead as planned, despite strong opposition from some Kenyans. The Dutch government confirmed that the visit, scheduled for March 18 to March 20, 2025, will proceed after receiving over 300 emails from Kenyans urging the cancellation of the…
With the postponement of CHAN 2024, Kenya has a golden opportunity to fine-tune its sporting infrastructure not just for the delayed tournament but for AFCON 2027 as well. The Kenyan Ministry of Sports and the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) are leveraging the upcoming CHAN 2024 tournament as a crucial step in preparing to co-host the…
Brigadier (Rtd) Joseph Muracia, the CEO of the Nairobi Rivers Commission, has been dismissed from his position with immediate effect following a Tuesday meeting chaired by former Starehe MP Margaret Wanjiru. Muracia, who was appointed by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua to the commission established by President William Ruto, was removed after being accused of…
FKF vice president McDonald Mariga has shared how he feels Harambee Stars can ensure they qualify from their tough CHAN 2024 group that has Morocco, Angola, DRC and Zambia. Football Kenya Federation vice president McDonald Mariga feels the postponement of the 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024) is a blessing for Kenya after landing in…