Deputy president Prof. Kithure Kindiki has hailed the transformation of the lives of Mukuru residents as a result of the Mukuru Affordable and Social Housing Project. The DP says that initially, residents had encroached on riparian land and dwelled in paper-made structures that posed a danger to their lives. “The transformative impact of decent and…
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has showered praise on his legendary coach Glen Mills, lauding him for changing his life since their first meeting 20 years ago. Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has paid tribute to his coach Glen Mills who shaped into the revered sprinter that he turned out to be. Bolt is considered…
Quincy Hall, who won the 400 meters at the Paris Olympics following a dramatic late surge, has explained how his young daughters and animals fuel his mentality to do well in the 400 meters. Reigning 400m Olympic gold medalist Quincy Hall has opened up about the mindset that has propelled him to the top of…
Blow for Stade Reims as their star defender departs in a Ksh 2.6 billion move to the Premier League. Ivory Coast international Emmanuel Agbadou has sealed a sensational Ksh 2.6 billion (£16.6m) transfer to English Premier League side Wolverhampton Wanderers, leaving French club Stade Reims. The towering 27-year-old centre-back has signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with…
A study done over 16 years reveals how air pollution subtly but significantly impacts marathon runners’ performance and health. Kenya’s Kelvin Kiptum, 24, gained world fame when he broke compatriot Eliud Kipchoge’s World Record in marathon running on October 8, 2023. Kiptum clocked an astonishing 2:00:35 at the Chicago Marathon, shattering Kipchoge’s 2022 record of…
On Thursday, January 9, Education Minister Julius Ogamba denounced the mistakes of some KCSE 2024 candidates The Minister of Education revealed that 840 candidates will not receive their results due to examination errors Ogamba said that 91 contracted professionals including teachers and other staff were involved in helping candidates with exam errors Nairobi Education Minister…
Gilbert Mulango, the father of Valentine Lusasi Mulango, received a message from his wife in Saudi Arabia that their son had been missing for two weeks Gilbert visited his son's house in Huruma, Nairobi, and found the door closed with a television and lights When they entered, they found a bag of clothes on the…
Families of missing Mlolongo friends overwhelmed during court proceedings on Jan 8, 2025. [David Gichuru, Standard] The families of four men who went missing from Mlolongo, Machakos County, are in anguish after their loved ones were forcibly taken on December 16 and 17 last year. The men have not been seen or heard from since….
Maranda High School has continued its streak of posting excellent academic results in national examinations At the time of the latest KCSE 2024 results, Maranda had 206 As, including 56 flat A's and 150 A minutes Nationwide, 246,391 candidates achieved a grade of C+ or higher for university entrance, while another 230,498 passed with a…
As Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba unveiled the 2024 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) results on Thursday, January 9, 2024, attention turned to how private schools fared in the competitive national exams. Ogamba revealed that 962,512 candidates had sat for the national exams and emphasized the government’s commitment to advancing higher education opportunities. The…
Gatlin has sent Sha’Carri Richardson a crucial word of advice with regards to her infamously bad start, which cost her the Olympic 100m title to Julien Alfred. Olympic silver medalist Sha’Carri Richardson may have fallen short in her quest for gold at the Paris 2024 Olympics, but former 100m world champion Justin Gatlin has shared…
Masai Rusell has revealed her season opener ahead of a busy 2025 campaign. American sprint hurdler Masai Russell has revealed her first competitive event for what promises to be a busy 2025 season. The Olympic champion in the 100m hurdles is set to kick off her season next weekend with a 60m hurdles showdown, though…
Tanzania Mainland Premier League side secures top-performing midfielder from Tusker FC after an impressive season marked by key contributions. Shaphan Siwa has announced his departure from Tusker FC bringing an end to a fruitful two-year stint at the club. The midfielder has joined Tanzanian Premier League side Kagera Sugar as a free agent following the…
Bafana Bafana legend Benni McCarthy is reported to have agreed to take over as Harambee Stars coach but an ex-Kenyan international has made certain demands before his appointment. South African legend Benni McCarthy is reported to have been identified as the man to take over the Harambee Stars job but former Kenyan international Elijah Onsika…
Graham Potter takes the Hammers job after a 21-month exile from management, views it as a chance for redemption. Graham Potter has finally landed a new job, ending his exile from the dugout. The 49-year-old makes his return to management 21 months after being sacked by Chelsea in April 2023 following a successful spell as…