The Olympics long jump champion has been left praying for the best after the tragedy killed at least 10 people and caused severe damage to property in the area where she has a home. Olympics long jump champion Tara Davis-Woodhall is among those worried over their property after a wildfire killed at least 10 people…
Former Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba has declared his net worth at Ksh500 million. Appearing before the departmental committee on Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations on Friday, January 10, 2025, Ababu explained that his wealth is comprised of his two residences (in Nairobi and Busia), business interests, shareholdings and his pension. Ababu made the revelation…
Josh Kerr has reignited his rivalry with Jakob Ingebrigtsen, critiquing his absence from Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam League. World 1500m champion Josh Kerr did not hold back as he addressed arch-rival Jakob Ingebrigtsen’s decision to skip Michael Johnson’s highly anticipated Grand Slam League. The much-anticipated track series, set to kick off later this year, promises…
A mass to honor the deceased Kenyan footballer Ezekiel Otuoma was held in Nairobi before residents of Mbotela viewed his body During the mass, his late wife, Racheal, thanked all those who held his hand after his death He also introduced Otuoma's daughter, and many said that she resembles her late father The body of…
Gatlin has reflected on his encounters with Usain Bolt, including the first time they interacted, explaining how ‘cool’ and ‘fitting’ the legendary Jamaican’s name was. American sprinting icon Justin Gatlin has opened up about his career-defining rivalry with Usain Bolt, reflecting on the frustration of repeatedly falling short against the Jamaican legend while also acknowledging…
Former state officers are among the 109 shortlisted candidates for the Principal Secretary position, as announced by the Public Service Commission (PSC) in December last year. Among those on the list are former Chief Administrative Secretary David Osiany, former nominated MP Wilson Sossion, former Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA) board chair Anne Makori, former PS…
Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has expressed his unwavering commitment to Qatari club Al Duhail, giving reasons why he is not looking elsewhere at the moment. Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga has given an indication of his commitment to stay in Qatar after revealing why a move away won’t be happening soon. Olunga has been…
Dr Margaret Nyambura Ndung’u, at the Mini Chambers, County Hall, Nairobi. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Margaret Ndung’u has turned down President William Ruto’s nomination as High Commissioner to Ghana and withdrawn from the vetting process. In a letter read by Nelson Koech, Chair of the Defense, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations Committee, on Friday, January 10, Ndung’u…
Devki Group of Companies, through its subsidiary National Cement Company Limited, has launched a school feeding programme targeting 7,000 learners in Kilifi and Kwale counties to ensure student retention. Learners in 12 selected primary schools in the two coastal counties will receive lunch at no cost to parents throughout the year. “Through the Devki Charitable…
Social media commentator Gabriel Oguda, ex-KMPDU Secretary General Ouma Oluga and ex- KNUT Secreatry General Wilson Sossion. Former Kenya National Union of Teachers (KNUT) Secretary-General Wilson Sossion and ex-Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary-General Ouma Oluga are among 109 candidates shortlisted for Principal Secretary (PS) positions. The Public Service Commission (PSC) published…
Just as dust settles for Monaco’s replacement signing, a Harambee Stars prospect edges closer to a potential Nantes move. Harambee Stars prospect Eliot Matazo could be on the brink of a career-defining move as French Ligue 1 club FC Nantes intensifies its efforts to sign the talented 22-year-old midfielder from AS Monaco this January. Matazo,…
The Kenyan sprint sensation has resumed training ahead of a busy season in 2025. Africa’s fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala, has officially resumed training as he sets his sights on a thrilling and competitive 2025 season. The Kenyan sprinting sensation is preparing for showdowns against some of the world’s top sprinters, including American stars Noah Lyles…
McKenzie Long, who reached the final of the women’s 200 meters at the Paris Olympic games, has explained how the sudden loss of her mom affected her season. Olympic 200m finalist McKenzie Long has shared her deeply emotional journey of coping with personal loss while achieving professional milestones. In a year marked by heartbreak and…
Former Cabinet Secretary for Information, Communications, and the Digital Economy Margaret Nyambura has turned down President William Ruto’s nomination to serve as Kenya’s High Commissioner to Ghana. Her decision was made public by Belgut Member of Parliament Nelson Koech who chairs the departmental committee on Defence, Intelligence, and Foreign Relations on Friday, January 10, 2025….
2025 could be the year both Divine Iheme and Gout Gout can bring the best out of each other as comparisons with Noah Lyles and Usain Bolt takes centre stage. After a breakout 2024 year for teenage sprint star Gout Gout, the 16-year-old could soon be rivalled by a British athletics prodigy. The Australian enjoyed…