Butere Girls High School students protest at Melvin Jones in Nakuru during the 63rd edition of the Kenya National Drama and Film Festival on April 10, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The echoes of a play whose performance for a national audience aborted on Thursday has captivated the nation and exposed the fissures between the government…
Teen sprint sensation Gout Gout breaks the 10-second barrier in the 100m, shaking up global rivals Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson. Australian sprint sensation Gout Gout has hallowed the 10-second barrier in the 100m in a feat that places global stars like Noah Lyles and Kishane Thompson firmly on notice. The 17-year-old teenager lit up…
BBC 10th April, 2025 09:21 PM Michelle Obama at a past event. PHOTO/@MichelleObama/X Michelle Obama has spoken out against rumours that her marriage to Barack Obama might be in trouble. The former first lady has not accompanied her husband to several high-profile events – including Donald Trump’s inauguration and the funeral of former…
The Ronaldo vs Messi debate is often divisive topic within the football community and Usain Bolt has shed light on his pick. Sprint icon Usain Bolt has made his pick for the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) footballer between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The footballing pair have shared the stage for a majority of…
Cards on a map showing Australia and USA. Image used for representational purposes only. PHOTO/Pexels Australia on Thursday declined Beijing’s proposal to work together to counter U.S. tariffs, saying instead it would continue to diversify its trade and lower its reliance on China, its largest trading partner. “We are not going to be holding…
Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen at a past function. PHOTO/@kipmurkomen/X Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has found himself in a contradictory position over school drama censorship, with his recent statements on the Butere Girls’ High School play controversy starkly contrasting his views from more than a decade…
Dear Dear George Oduor gathered at the House of Grace church to mourn the late guard who died at Nairobi West Hospital Oduor served Raila for a long time and this one loved him for his dedication to the service and also his integrity He will be buried at his house on April 12, and…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce teases a potential return after injury setbacks, sparking excitement among fans ahead of 2025 season. Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is back to interacting with her fans. Two-time Olympic 100m champion has seemingly hinted at a comeback leaving her followers after many weeks of speculations. Fraser-Pryce Reignites Fan Excitement with Cryptic Instagram Post…
A court gravel. Image used for representation. PHOTO/Pexels The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) and Busia County Senator Okiya Omtatah have suffered a major setback after the High Court declined their request to compel security state agencies to produce missing persons who were said to have been abducted in December 2024 and January 2025….
Former Chief Justice David Maraga has strongly condemned police actions and described them as unacceptable by violations of student rights Maraga emphasized that those involved in violating the rights of the students would be held accountable at the right time Maraga called on the nation to promote and protect the voices of young Former Chief…
The Ministry of Education said Cleophas Malala's participation in the Butere Girls' drama violated the rules of the festival Only registered teachers or lecturers are allowed to direct or teach students in curriculum activities The ministry warned against imposing politics into school platforms, saying that students must be protected against external influence The Ministry of…
In 2023, Usain Bolt lost $12 million investment at Stocks and Securities Limited (SSL), and has yet to retrieve his money two years on. Usain Bolt has publicly voiced his deep frustration over the stalled efforts to recover the $12 million he lost in a shocking investment fraud scandal nearly two years ago. In a…
Gout Gout continues to make headlines with a standout 200m performance, joining the ranks of sprinting greats like Usain Bolt, Yohan Blake, Noah Lyles, and Michael Johnson. At the moment, when you name sprinters who have already made headlines in 2025, you cannot miss to mention Gout Gout. The Australian teen sprint sensation has been…
Digital creator Marya Okoth during a past photo shoot. PHOTO/@marya_okoth/Instagram Fast-rising Kenyan digital content creator Marya Okoth has come forward to reveal that she once served as the drama chairlady at Butere Girls High School. This revelation comes as social media in Kenya comes to a standstill following the viral controversy surrounding the school’s…
Education CS Julius Ogamba speaks during an official function on September 12, 2024, in Nairobi. PHOTO/@juliusogamba_/X The national government, through the Ministry of Education, has claimed that the original script of Butere Girls’ ‘Echoes of War’ was altered at the regional level. In an official statement dated Thursday, April 10, 2025, the cabinet secretary…