April 9, 2025
House of deals: Power, plunder, and patronage: ‘Rise of Kenya’s centre of deals’
President William Ruto plants a tree during the Annual Kaptagat Forest tree planting at Our Lady of Glory Kaptagat Girls High School in Elgeyo Marakwet County. [File, Standard] State House, the seat of government in Kenya, is, according to critics, increasingly becoming a citadel of multi-billion shilling questionable deals and a paradise for brokers and…
Harambee Stars Defender Makes CAF Confederation Cup History After His South African Club Stuns Zamalek
Harambee Stars defender Brian Mandela will be part of a Stellenbosch team that will play in the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final for the first time in the club’s history. Harambee Stars defender Brian Mandela has an opportunity to play in the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final after his club Stellenbosch FC reached the last four for…
No reprieve for Kenya even as Trump orders 90-day pause on new tariffs
US President Donald Trump. PHOTO/@WhiteHouse/X Kenya will not receive any immediate trade relief from a temporary freeze on new tariffs ordered by United States President Donald Trump, even as the move has calmed international markets rattled by his recent trade policies. On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, President Trump announced a 90-day pause on…
Rising Stars Show Promise as Salim Babu Lauds Draw Against Kenya Police
Aldrine Kibet, who landed in Nairobi on Tuesday, netted Rising Stars’ goal during their 1-1 draw with Kenya Police in a friendly match on Tuesday as the side prepares to jet out to Egypt for the U-20 AFCON. Kenya U20 head coach Salim Babu has voiced his satisfaction with his side’s progress as they gear…
Mary Biketi reveals how she deals with women sending love messages to Oparanya
Mary Biketi posing for a photo during a past event. PHOTO/@Marybiketi/Instagram Mary Biketi, the girlfriend of Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, has revealed that she regularly takes his phone to block Kenyan women who persistently flood him with romantic messages. Speaking during an interview with a local radio station on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, Biketi…
Kenny Bednarek Reflects on Growth After Dominant Performance at Kingston Grand Slam
Kenny Bednarek opens up on the progress he has made in the off season after dominating his fellow athletes in Kingston during the maiden Grand Slam Track event on Saturday. American sprint star Kenny Bednarek believes his standout double sprint victory at the inaugural Grand Slam Track event in Kingston is a pivotal stepping stone…
Prince Harry’s life at stake in security case, Court of Appeal hears
Prince Harry during a past event. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/HarryDukeofSussex Prince Harry’s “safety, security and life” are at stake in his legal challenge to the level of security he receives in the UK, a court has heard. The prince’s attendance for a two-day hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice “is a potent illustration of how much…
Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet Nominated for Prestigious Award Against Elite Competition
Olympic champions Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet are poised to battle it out against a formidable lineup at the prestigious SOYA awards. The 21st edition of the Sports Personality of the Year Awards (SOYA) promises fireworks as five phenomenal women battle it out for the coveted Sportswoman of the Year title. The ceremony, founded by…
‘At least I’ve Lifted Trophies’
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has fired a thinly-veiled dig at Lyon midfielder Nemanja Matic as their war of words escalates ahead of Thursday’s Europa League meeting. Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has fired back at Lyon midfielder Nemanja Matic following the criticism directed his way by the Serbian star. Matic slammed Onana earlier on…
Benson Omala Cleared by FIFA to Rejoin Gor Mahia in Premier League Title Race
Gor Mahia striker Benson Omala has finally found reprieve against his former employers Al Safa in a dragged-out contract dispute. Gor Mahia have received a major boost in their quest for FKF Premier League glory after striker Benson Omala was officially cleared by FIFA to play. The clearance ends a prolonged standoff following his troubled…
China responds to the US tax war to defend justice
During the important period of the global economic recovery, the United States has re -used the tariff, deciding to impose tariffs that calls it “parallel” to all its global trade partners, where the tariffs on China will reach up to 34%. Faced with this open-minded action, China quickly responded to a similarly-timed action within 24…
Mombasa governor suspends county officials after 11-storey building is brought down
Mombasa governor Abdulswamad Nassir signs documents on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/abdulswamadnassir In the aftermath of a dramatic demolition in Mombasa, governor Abdulswamad Nassir has vowed to take swift and decisive action against illegal construction across the county, following the successful controlled collapse of an 11-storey apartment block that posed a significant safety risk…
Marco Arop Halts Mission to Beat David Rudisha’s Historic 800m World Record
Marco Arop has shifted his focus from chasing David Rudisha’s world record to prioritising medals. At a time like this last season, Marco Arop and his team were laying out a plan, ‘Project 99’, to focus on David Rudisha’s 800m world record. The world record stands at 1:40.91 and was set by David Rudisha at…
Malalah cries foul over police harassment linked to controversial stage play
Former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malalah at a past address. PHOTO/@Cleophasmalala/X Former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malalah has claimed that he has been arrested for scripting ‘Echoes of War’ a drama play that was recently performed by Butere Girls High School during the 2025 Kenya National Drama and Film Festivals. In a video posted on…