President William Ruto, through his lawyer Fred Ngatia, mounted a strong defense on Monday, seeking to have a case aimed at impeaching him through a referendum dismissed. Ngatia argued that President Ruto is constitutionally immune from criminal or civil lawsuits while in office. He further contended that the case, filed by 14 human rights activists…
US President Donald Trump. PHOTO/@WhiteHouse/X U.S. President Donald Trump took a victory lap in an address to Congress on Tuesday, drawing catcalls and interruptions from some Democratic lawmakers who held up signs and walked out mid-speech in protest. The partisan rancor was reflective of the tumult that has accompanied Trump’s first six weeks in…
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt opens up about his hatred for a core event as Australian sensation Gout Gout continues to shine. Usain Bolt remains the most dominant sprinter of all time, winning eight Olympic gold medals throughout his career. The Jamaican also remains the world record holder in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m events,…
A funeral service in Kirinyaga turned chaotic when a pastor refused to let politicians speak, insisting that the event was for mourning, not politics. However, Members of Parliament allied with Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua forcefully grabbed the microphone from him, triggering uproar. Frustrated mourners joined in, demanding that the politicians be allowed to address the…
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya. PHOTO/@peter-salasya/Instagram Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has opened up about his spiritual journey and his struggles on his path to success. In a post shared on his Instagram page on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, Salasya reflected on how moments of worship deeply move him, often bringing him to tears…
President William Ruto leads Kenyans in mourning Malava Mp Malulu Injendi at Lugusi village in Malava on March 4, 2025.[Benjamin Sakwa/ Standard] A network of shadowy firms, backed by powerful political figures, is quietly managing billions of shillings from President William Ruto’s flagship projects, raising alarm over transparency and public accountability. These projects, designed to streamline government…
Van der Weken explains why she feels this is her year to shine with the European Indoor Championships just around rhe corner. Patrizia van der Weken describes 2024 as a year of “firsts” and she made the most of every moment. Now, with the European Indoor Championships and the World Indoor Championships both taking place…
Former Olympic champion Wilfred Bungei explains why he feels Faith Kipyegon deserves to win coveted award this year. Former Olympic 800m champion Wilfred Bungei is backing triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon to win the Laureus World Sports Award this year. Bungei, who cruised to the victory in the two-lap race in 2008, is banking on…
Shabana top brass believes the worst is over for the team after their biggest win of the season was witnessed on Sunday thanks to their midseason recruits. Shabana secretary general Elizaphan Kerama believes the club has turned a corner and can now look forward to a successful second part of the season after their big…
Mechelle Freeman, the coach who guided Sha’Carri Richardson and Co to a gold medal in Paris, relates to her struggles, highlighting her own battle against doubters in her coaching journey. Outgoing USATF women’s relay coach Mechelle Freeman has revealed one of the struggles that Sha’Carri Richardson has faced that she highly resonates with. The former…
Athing Mu is a dominant force in the 800m, combining biomechanics, endurance, mental strength, and race strategy to sustain long-term success. Former Olympic champion Athing Mu has faced her share of highs and lows in recent years, but as she gears up for the 2025 season, there is little doubt that she remains one of…
Newly-appointed Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has opted to go with his own men on the technical bench and he is joined by an all-South African coaching staff. Newly-appointed Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy will work with his own backroom staff after roping in fellow South Africans into his technical bench. McCarthy’s highly-awaited unveiling took…
The details of Benni McCarthy’s contract, which is set to run until after the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations set to be co-hosted on home soil alongside Uganda and Tanzania. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has unveiled details of new Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy’s contract, setting clear targets for his tenure with the national…
PS Medical Services, Ministry of Health Harry Kimtai when he appeared before the National Assembly’s Health Committee in February 19th,2025. [Elvis Ogina,Standard] Hospitals have warned that the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) could collapse within the next 12 months if funding challenges afflicting its implementation are not addressed. The revelation came on a day that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua-allied MPs demanded an…
Benni McCarthy becomes Kenya’s head coach, aiming for World Cup qualification, citing transparency and a fresh footballing vision as key reasons. Benni McCarthy was on Monday named as the new head coach of Harambee Stars taking on the challenge of leading them to their first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance. The 47-year-old South African tactician has…