Mixed reactions as leaders, Kenyans mourn Chebukati

Former IEBC chairman Wafula Chebukati’s father at Lee Funeral home in Nairobi on February 21 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard] The country was Friday morning thrown into mourning after reports emerged that former Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) chairman Wafula Chebukati had passed on. For the better part of the week, there had been reports…

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Raila mourns former IEBC chairperson Wafula Chebukati

Former IEBC chairperson Wafula Chebukati at a past event for the commission. PHOTO/@IEBCKenya/X Raila Odinga has extended his condolences following the passing of Wafula Chebukati, the former chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Chebukati died on the evening of February 20, 2025, at the age of 63. In a heartfelt statement,…

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Harambee Starlets player ratings:  How they performed in wasteful display against Tunisia

How Harambee Starlets players performed during their 0-0 WAFCON qualifying draw against Tunisia’s Eagles in Nairobi on Friday Harambee Starlets were left to rue missed opportunities after a goalless draw against Tunisia in their WAFCON 2026 qualifier at Ulinzi Sports Complex on Friday.  Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, the Kenyan side failed to…

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Fire erupts at JKIA grassland

A graphic representation of a fire incident. PHOTO/@KenyaRedCross/X A fire broke out at a section of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) grassland along the Airport North Road on Friday, February 21, 2025. Confirming the incident, Kenya Red Cross stated that efforts to put off the fire and contain it from spreading are currently…

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Muhoozi joins regional military chiefs in Nairobi for DR Congo conflict talks

Muhoozi Kainerugaba. PHOTO/@mukigawamuhoozi/X General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, the son of President Yoweri Museveni and the head of Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF), joined senior military leaders from across East and Central Africa convened in Nairobi on Friday to deliberate on escalating tensions in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The high-level meeting, hosted by Kenya’s…

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KQ partners with London Metropolitan University to strengthen aviation sector – Kenya News Agency

Kenya Airways (KQ) has partnered with London Metropolitan University to establish a quality aviation training institution at Pride Center in Nairobi in a move meant to strengthen Africa region aviation sector. Speaking during the launch and signing of Memorandum of Understanding, Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Education Julius Ogamba said the collaboration aims to enhance the skills of Kenya…

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Kangundo Road drug bust: Police nab 2 women in trafficking sting

Multiple sacks of bhang seized by police during a raid on Kangundo Road. PHOTO/@DCI_Kenya Police have arrested three suspected drug traffickers and seized a significant quantity of cannabis in a coordinated operation along Kangundo Road in Mavoko Sub County, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced on Friday, February 21, 2025. The operation, spearheaded…

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‘You can’t compare me to him’- Quincy Wilson gets real on Gout Gout and the rise of young track stars

Quincy Wilson acknowledges Gout Gout’s impressive rise but emphasizes their different paths, highlighting the growing impact of young athletes in track and field. Olympic champion Quincy Wilson has explained why he should not be compared to Australian teen sensation Gout Gout just yet. Quincy Wilson revealed that Gout Gout has already made a lot of…

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‘It was somebody that I had a lot of respect for’- Usain Bolt pays tribute to his greatest rival

Usain Bolt has reflected on his greatest rival, highlighting their long-standing competition and paying tribute to his dedication and competitiveness. Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt has disclosed why he considers the 2004 Olympic 100m Justin Gatlin his serial rival. Usain Bolt explained that he and Justin Gatlin competed against each other for a very long…

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USAID freeze sows disruption in HIV and malaria product supply chains

USAID freeze sows disruption in HIV and malaria product supply chains Reuters 21st February, 2025 06:17 PM USAID Logo. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/USAIDKenya The U.S. government’s foreign aid freeze has upended the supply chain for medical products crucial for fighting diseases including HIV and malaria in some of the world’s poorest countries, and life-threatening gaps could persist…

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