Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has announced that banks will reduce their base lending rates again in March 2025, continuing a trend that started last year. Kenyan banks have been lowering their lending rates after the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) cut its base lending rate for the fourth time this month, aiming to stimulate lending…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has shrugged off public hostility toward the government such as the recent heckling of President William Ruto in Isiolo during a development tour. Speaking during a consultative meeting with Meru leaders at his Karen residence on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, Kindiki insisted that the government remains focused on delivering its promises….
The Port of Mombasa made history Monday morning as it welcomed two cruise ships, MS Europa and MV World Odyssey, docking simultaneously and bringing over 1,600 passengers and crew to the bustling port. MS Europa, which returned after a decade-long absence, arrived from Zanzibar carrying 334 tourists and 285 crew members. Many of the visitors…
Elly Kalekwa explains why he has opted to close ranks with Bandari coach Ken Odhiambo. Sofapaka president Elly Kalekwa has described Bandari coach Ken Odhiambo as ‘his son’ and forgiven him for his outrageous comments. Odhiambo recently rubbed the football fraternity the wrong way over comments that Sofapaka was among those clubs providing low-quality ‘supermarket…
Kenya’s data watchdog has ruled against Wananchi Group Limited, which operates as Zuku, ordering the company to pay Ksh500,000 in compensation to a former customer for repeatedly sending him promotional messages long after terminating his subscription. The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) determined that Zuku violated the complainant’s rights by failing to erase…
Uganda’s veteran opposition figure Kizza Besigye (C) reacts as supporters and media watch him being escorted by military police out of the Makindye Martial Court in Kampala, on November 20, 2024. [AFP] Kenya will find itself in a difficult position, should, God forbid, Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye—whose doctors report life-threatening health issues—die in detention….
Dj Mo and Size 8 made a cut -and -ax wedding after announcing their return The Santuri player wore a black suit, a white shirt and with his wife wearing a beautiful white dress The couple's wedding dominated by black was attended by a few family members and celebrities in the music industry A notable…
Sha’Carri Richardson on the important role confirmed boyfriend Christian Coleman plays in her life. Sha’Carri Richardson has opened up about the impact that 2019 World 100m champion Christian Coleman and her “person” have had on her life, following the duo’s all-but-confirmed romantic relationship. For months, speculation had been swirling about a potential romance between the…
Usain Bolt credits his success to coach Glen Mills’ guidance while criticising those who failed to appreciate and follow his coaching. Usain Bolt has given his former coach, Glen Mills, flowers, noting that he remains one of the greatest individuals whom he has ever crossed paths with. The Jamaican sprint legend revealed that one reason…
The Chair IEBC selection panel Dr Nelson Makanda joins his colleagues in addressing the press on 11/2/25 in Naivasha on the selection of new IEBC commissioners. The panel has assured the country that there will be a new electoral body in office by the end of April 2025.[Antony Gitonga/Standard] The process of constituting a substantive…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has reflected on her resilience, identity, and embracing life beyond the track. For female athletes, having a child is one of the scariest things and one of the greatest female sprinters Shelly-Ann Fraser has also faced that fear. After having her son at 30 in 2017, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce knew that her purpose was…
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone may be a dominant force nowadays, but she once struggled with anxiety issues that left her having to rely on sleeping pills and anti-depressants. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is widely celebrated for her dominance in the 400-meter hurdles, with six world records and an Olympic title to her name by the age of 25. Yet,…
Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union Secretary General Davji Bhimji Atellah. [File, Standard] Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Secretary General Davji Bhimji Atellah has warned of a possible doctors’ strike over unpaid salary agreements for intern doctors. Atellah, in a post on X on Tuesday, February 18, said doctors would not…
Main suspect in Muchai’s murder requests court to avail his ID for child’s ID application Court gavel. Image used for representation purposes only. PHOTO/Pexels The main suspect in the murder of former Kabete Member of Parliament (MP), the late George Muchai, Erick Muyera Isabwa on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, requested the court to avail…
British Olympian Josh Ker was poised to compete at the 2025 Milrose games against Yared Nuguse but faced a late withdrawal. Olympic silver medalist Josh Kerr has opened up about his absence from the 2025 Milrose Games, where he was expected to face off against top competitors, including Yared Nuguse. The highly anticipated showdown ultimately…