National Assembly’s Speaker Moses Wetangula heads toi the chambers during the Special Parliamentary Sitting on January 16, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The first day for MPs back from recess yesterday was marked by chaos and impunity as lawmakers tussled over the high court ruling that annulled an earlier verdict declaring the ruling Kenya Kwanza coalition as…
A recent CountyTrak Performance Index 2024 has revealed significant disparities in the performance of Kenya’s county governments across key devolved sectors, including agriculture, education, health, trade and tourism, energy, and infrastructure. While some counties have shown remarkable progress, many continue to struggle with governance, service delivery, and economic development. Murang’a and Trans Nzoia emerged as the…
The establishment of a model tree nursery in Meru Forest Station, Meru County, is set to play a key role in reviving forests across the region. Speaking to Kenya News Agency, the County Forest Conservator, Wellington Ndaka, noted that with an annual target of growing 37 million trees in the county, the model tree nursery…
Hassan intended to try and win a quadruple of medals at the Paris Olympics, including the 1500 meters, but ‘very bad’ event scheduling at the Games forced her to withdraw from the event. Sifan Hassan has finally shed light on why she opted against taking on Faith Kipyegon in the 1500 meters at the Paris…
Sha’Carri Richardson responds to sprint challenge from IShowSpeed. Olympic 100m silver medalist Sha’Carri Richardson has set a challenge to internet sensation IShowSpeed to train alongside her, after the streamer proposed a race with the Paris 2024 Olympian. The American sprint sensation who is the reigning world 100m champion met Darren Watkins Jr, who goes by…
Bandari overcame Sofapaka 1-0 last weekend, but head coach Ken Odhiambo tore into his former employers for bringing such low quality standard balls to the game, further making a rallying plea to the Federation to do something about the situation. Bandari head coach Ken Odhiambo has launched a scathing attack on Sofapaka for allegedly bringing…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula during previous parlaimentary proceedings. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Parliament has reconstituted 18 committees, including the Budget and Appropriations Committee chaired by Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro, following the lapse of their term. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula announced the reconstitution during the first sitting of the Fourth Session of the 14th Parliament…
About 300 amateur golfers set for the Lady Captain’s tournament this weekend at the Ruiru golf course. Nairobi’s top amateur golfers will gather this Saturday at the scenic par 72 Ruiru Golf Course for the highly anticipated Lady Captain’s Tournament, with 300 players expected to compete. Under the theme ‘Celebrating a Year of Dedication’ the…
President Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi. [PCS]. Cabinet has approved a Sh4.2 trillion budget for the 2025/26 financial year, allocating Sh3.09 trillion to recurrent expenses, Sh725.1 billion to development, and Sh5 billion to the contingency fund. The budget also proposes a shareable revenue of Sh2.8 trillion, with counties set to receive Sh405.1…
Usain Bolt has agreed with Noah Lyles, explaining how expressing their personalities can make them grow the sport and earn more money. Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has backed Noah Lyles’ stance on the significance of track and field athletes embracing their personalities to help the sport grow, attract more investors, and evolve into a…
Dandora Stadium risks experiencing a slow and painful death like City Stadium and Camp Toyoyo due to the huge number of matches currently being hosted at the facility. Dandora Stadium in Nairobi’s Eastlands has become a key facility in Kenyan football in recent months with lots of matches played at the venue. It is not…
President Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi. [PCS]. Cabinet has approved a Sh4.2 trillion budget for the 2025/26 financial year, allocating Sh3.09 trillion to recurrent expenses, Sh725.1 billion to development, and Sh5 billion to the contingency fund. The budget also proposes a shareable revenue of Sh2.8 trillion, with counties set to receive Sh405.1…
Ogam has been earning all the plaudits following impressive performances as a striker for Tusker, but he had been playing as a central midfielder prior to joining the club. Tusker FC’s rising star Ryan Ogam has credited his parents, particularly his father, for playing a crucial role in his meteoric rise. His goal-scoring exploits for…
FKF reveals plans to pay referees dues after crisis meeting. The Football Kenya Federation will make a raft of changes to ensure that the referees body functions optimally. In a Consultative Meeting with the federation administration led by president Hussein Mohammed, the National Referees Committee and the Appointment Committee at Kandanda House on Monday, the…
From left; Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo, Speaker Moses Wetangula and Suna East MP Junet Mohamed. [PBU] There were heated exchanges in the National Assembly on Tuesday as Members of Parliament debated over the leadership of the Majority and Minority sides. Suba North Member of Parliament Millie Odhiambo called on National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula…