The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) has raised serious concerns about ongoing renovations at State House, warning that key changes could erode its historical and cultural significance. Although the association acknowledges the need for structural upgrades, it fears the building’s original neo-classical integrity is being lost. Designed in 1907 by Sir Herbert Baker (1862–1946), State…
On Tuesday, February 4, local publications reported many incidents in the country, aimed at the kidnapping of chiefs in Mandera and Al-Shabaab militants before the president's visit William Ruto. Kenya's most popular newspaper headlines on Tuesday, February 4. Photo: Daily Nation, The Standard, People Daily and National Today.Source: UGC 1. Daily Nation The daily newspaper…
On Monday, February 3, an unknown man's corpse was found to be thrown on the Mombasa Road Voices of Voices of Community Activists and Leaders of Africa (Vocal Africa) Hussein Khalid said the bodaboda staff found the body thrown near the river Criminal Investigations Directorate (DC) have handled the scene and released the body of…
Vivo Energy Kenya has released test results from six service stations following concerns about the quality of Shell V-Power. The energy distributor took action after a viral video raised doubts about the fuel’s performance, prompting widespread consumer concerns. In a statement issued on Monday, February 3, 2025, Vivo Energy announced that it had commissioned independent…
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has strongly criticized the government’s labour export program, branding it a national shame that has led to untold suffering, broken homes, and shattered dreams. Speaking on Monday, February 3, Salasya raised concerns over the struggles Kenyan migrant workers face in the diaspora, especially in Gulf countries. He argued that exporting…
Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Energy and Petroleum Opiyo Wandayi has called out his colleague, Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management Justin Muturi, over his recent statements on cases of abductions. According to Wandayi, as high office-holding state officers, it is wrong for them to go public with issues they can raise at the…
Gor Mahia official Dolphina Odhiambo insists the money wired by Sindiga Big Stars last November for the failed transfer of Ronney Onyango did not go through her office. Gor Mahia treasurer Dolphina Odhiambo has shed light on the controversy surrounding the Ksh5 million ($40,000) wired by Sindiga Big Stars for the failed transfer of right-back…
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has admitted that Kenyans have yet to fully benefit from the economic reforms introduced by President William Ruto’s administration. During a Bunge la Wananchi engagement on Monday, February 3, Mbadi addressed concerns raised by citizens about their financial struggles, attributing the situation to three primary factors. The first factor highlighted…
Public Service CS Justin Muturi hands over the President’s Condolence Message to former Embu Senator Lenny Kivuti during the funeral of his son Eric Mutugi at Kanyuambora, Mbeere North in Embu County. January 3, 2024.[Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Amid his fiery outbursts and sharp criticisms of the very government he serves, particularly over alleged state-sanctioned abductions…
Once Kenya’s shining athletic talent, Alice Aprot Nawowuna has now faced a life changing moment, leaving many to wonder where her once-brilliant future has gone. Alice Aprot Nawowuna was once a celebrated Kenyan runner and tipped as one of the country’s brightest athletic talents but a doping ban has placed her in a controversial state….
The polls body is up in arms over frustrating and agonising wait for their pending dues from the Hussein Mohammed-led Football Kenya Federation. Football Kenya Federation (FKF) is being accused of ignoring pleas from members of the Electoral board regarding their pending dues. The FKF Elections Board conducted a flawless exercise during the December 7,…
Ambrose Rachier explains why Gor Mahia need to conduct elections. Gor Mahia have announced plans to hold elections within the next 90 days in compliance with a recent ruling by the Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT). The tribunal deemed the current Executive Committee’s tenure unlawful, noting that their term expired on August 8, 2024. Gor Mahia…
Public Service CS Justin Muturi hands over the President’s Condolence Message to former Embu Senator Lenny Kivuti during the funeral of his son Eric Mutugi at Kanyuambora, Mbeere North in Embu County. January 3, 2024.[Muriithi Mugo, Standard] Amid his fiery outbursts and sharp criticisms of the very government he serves, particularly over alleged state-sanctioned abductions…
On Sunday, passionate Asante Kotoko fan Pooley tragically lost his life during a match, sparking tributes and renewed concerns over football violence. Asante Kotoko fan Francis Yaw ‘Nana Pooley’ Frimpong will be remembered not just as a staunch supporter of the club but as a passionate voice for Ghanaian football. Pooley’s tragic death during Sunday’s…
Digital creator Milly Chebby has disclosed that she could have effortlessly timed her pregnancy so that her daughter, Millan Etai, would be born on the same day as her birthday—but she had a deliberate reason for not doing so. Taking to her Instagram stories on Monday, January 3, 2025, Milly noted that she had only…