IEBC was awarded KSh 400 million in fees related to unsuccessful applications filed to challenge the 2013 and 2017 election results The Commission's Chief Executive Officer, Marjan Hussein, attributed the commission's failure to return the money to the long-term process of implementing court orders. The former Regional Commissioner Hassan Noor Hassan is owed KSh 5…
President William Ruto will travel to China to ink the KSh 40 billion loan agreement from the Asian country on Sunday The Chairman of the Parliamentary Budget Committee Ndindi Nyoro said Kenya's infrastructure needs significant funding during the pending bills Among the stalled projects that will be addressed is the Kaiboi-Kapkatembu-Kipkaren Selia-Kaiboi road with a…
Kenya’s Rayton Okwiri in a recent bout with Meshack Mwankemwa of Tanzania at Charter Hall, Nairobi. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] As the World Boxing Federation (WBF) Africa middleweight champion Rayton Okwiri gets ready for a World Boxing Association (WBA) super middleweight title fight on Sunday, he knows this is a perfect chance for him to achieve…
Chelsea are stuck in negotiations with Napoli to sign Victor Osimhen The plan continued until the last day of the summer transfer, but still no success Many reports have suggested that the Nigerian will stay at Napoli until at least January Victor Osimhen is set to stay at Napoli after failing to reach a personal…
The takeover of East Africa’s busiest hub, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is poised to take effect in November. The Saturday Standard is privy to meetings and secrets that point to the takeover of the airport by Indian-based Adani Group Holdings after six months behind-the-scenes planning. It is also emerging that should the deal between the…
East Suna Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed mocked DP Rigathi Gachagua about the traps he set to prevent Ruto and Raila's alliance in the House Junet celebrated Gachagua's support for Raila Odinga to become AUC chairman, while joking that there are no pitfalls this time While at the home of Energy Minister Opiyo Wandayi, Junet…
The five-time Balon D’Or winner recommends three must-visit sites in Saudi Arabia. The year is drawing closer to an end and thoughts of vacations could be lingering in most of our minds. One of the places to visit is Saudi Arabia, a land of rich history and stunning landscapes, that has captivated travellers from around…
Kimilili Member of Parliament Didmus Barasa, MP for Kenya Kwanza, has defended Raila Odinga's bid to become the Chairperson of the African Union Commission despite criticism from the past Barasa criticized Kenyan youths on social media for their negative views on Raila's candidacy, urging them to support his continental aspirations The MP described the criticism…
Bomet County Assembly The Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) in Bomet spent most of Friday evening finalizing a motion to impeach three County Executive Committee (CEC) members over alleged poor service delivery. The CEC for Finance, Andrew Sigei, the CEC for Roads, Erick Ngetich, and the CEC for Public Service, Joseph Kirui, were ousted…
Good Morning My strong man from Tanzania August 31, 2024, I invite you to look at what is written in the front and back pages of Kenyan Newspapers. The post Big news in Kenyan newspapers today August 31, 2024 first appeared on Millard Ayo.
Kipyegon has reflected on her dominant 1500m performance in Rome on Friday night, explaining her number one priority for the rest of the season. Faith Kipyegon has revealed her target for the rest of the season after she dominated the 1500m of the Rome Diamond League classic on Friday to seal qualification for the Diamond…
The Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining the ongoing strike until the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) agrees to a return-to-work formula that addresses the union’s demands. During a peaceful demonstration in Kaloleni, Kilifi County, KUPPET Kilifi Chairman Chiguba Nyale emphasized that the union will…
On Saturday, August 31, local newspapers reported a lot about President William Ruto's visit to the Nyanza area which is the stronghold of ODM leader Raila Odinga and its impact on political movements in the country. Kenyan newspaper headlines on Saturday, August 31: Photos/screengrabs: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Taifa Leo and The Star.Source: UGC…
Tebogo sailed to victory by setting a personal best time of 9.87 seconds, describing the race as ‘one of his best’, but he still has a big regret. Letsile Tebogo showcased his exceptional sprinting prowess at the Diamond League Meeting in Rome, where he claimed victory in the men’s 100m with a personal best time…
The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has denied reports that services at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) were disrupted following an abrupt power outage. In a statement on Friday, August 30, 2024, KAA termed the reports false and misleading. According to the authority, services at the international airport continued interrupted as the standby backup generators…