Pime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. [Standard, File] Kenya will hold the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) accountable for the damages meted on its embassy in Kinshasa, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said. In a statement on Tuesday, January 28, Mudavadi condemned the violence, looting and destruction of property, describing it as a grave…
Azimio leaders; Kalonzo Musyoka (centre), Eugene Wamalwa and Jeremiah Kioni, among others, speak after the coalition’s NEC sessions on July 19, 2024. [File, Standard] Some members of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya Coalition Party on Friday said they have no plans of joining Kenya Kwanza’s proposed broad-based government of national unity. Led by Wiper…
Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has issued a warning to fellow political leaders about the enduring influence of the emerging Gen Z movement in national affairs. During President William Ruto’s signing of the IEBC bill into law at KICC on Tuesday, Kalonzo urged Ruto to take the concerns of Kenyan youth seriously. He cautioned that…
The National Olympic Committee of Kenya will hold their elections on the 24th of April 2025. The committee made the announcement during NOC-K’s general assembly held on Tuesday to review the activities of the committee in 2024 . – Advertisement – The tenure of the current National Olympic Committeee of Kenya officials…
President William Ruto.[Standard] In a strategic move to strengthen his political base, President William Ruto has distanced himself from the “hustler versus dynasty” narrative that propelled him to power in the 2022 elections, instead crafting a new one. Following his recent handshake with opposition leader Raila Odinga and retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, Ruto is redefining…
Narc-Kenya has announced its decision to exit the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition. The Martha Karua-led party communicated its decision in a letter addressed to Azimio Secretary-General Junet Mohammed. Bashir stated that the exit notice takes effect immediately, in accordance with the coalition agreement. “Kindly take note that our stay in Azimio la Umoja…
Shabana winger Ezekiel Omari has been tipped for Harambee Stars success after his recent success with the Glamour Boys. Shabana FC winger Ezekiel Omari has emerged as a rising star in Kenyan football, being tipped for a bright future with theKenyan national team, Harambee Stars. Omari’s recent exploits for the Gusii-based side have not only…
The 2nd edition of the Mombasa International Film Festival is in full swing, taking place in Bangladesh (Bangla), Mombasa, from December 2nd to 7th. This year’s festival showcases an impressive line-up of films, including recent premieres and critically acclaimed productions, making it a highlight for film enthusiasts. To honour the coastal town, the festival organisers…
Raila Odinga has revealed that former President Uhuru Kenyatta played a crucial role in establishing the broad-based government. According to Raila, Uhuru Kenyatta requested that he meet with President William Ruto to address concerns raised by Gen Z protesters. Raila followed Uhuru’s advice and held discussions with Ruto about the national issues at hand. “When…
Arsenal got back to winning ways in the Champions League with a commanding 5-1 victory over Sporting at Estadio Jose Alvalade. Gabriel Martinelli tapped home from Jurrien Timber’s low cross as Mikel Arteta’s side went in front early on. They doubled the lead in similar fashion, Bukayo Saka getting in behind the Sporting defence…
On Monday, September 23, national newspapers reported extensively on the ongoing debate over plans to impeach Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Newspapers also reported the death of the elected MCA of the county Kiambu Ezra Kabuga. Top news in today's newspapers. Photo: Daily Nation/The Standard.Source: UGC Daily Nation This newspaper reported on Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's…
Olympic medallist Sha’Carri Richardson explains about her best race ever. Olympic relay champion Sha’Carri Richardson has finally given her adoring fans something to smile about by announcing her favorite race to date. Richardson, who rose to fame in 2019 as a freshman at Louisiana State University, running 10.75 seconds to break the 100m collegiate record at the NCAA…
Mombasa county will on Monday, September 9, 2024, initiate a free fire and safety assessment exercise covering all schools. This follows the Hillside Endarasha fire tragedy that has since claimed the lives of 21 pupils, with reports indicating a possible rise in the number as several other pupils cannot be accounted for. Mombasa universities to…
Judge Frank Mahimbali of the High Court in the Sumbawanga region, has used the current expression of the Simba team fans of 'Ubaya Ubwela' to compare the saga of two children of the same family competing for the title of Kura. The judge said that the expression which means 'evil has returned', at first glance,…
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) carrying bags of evidence they collected from Businessman Jimmy Wanjigi’s home in Muthaiga on August 9, 2024. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] The Wanjigi family says police took personal items worth millions of shillings during a raid on their Muthaiga home in August. Among the most valuable items were luxury…