National Assembly during a past session. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/ParliamentKEThe National Assembly Finance Committee has recommended the removal of a controversial clause in the Finance Bill 2025 that would have granted the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) unrestricted access to taxpayers’ personal and financial data. Clause 52 had proposed to repeal Section 59A(1B) of the Tax Procedures Act, which…
Olympics champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi is still not satisfied despite clocking a world leading time in Stockholm on Sunday and wants to make certain improvements. Olympics 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi still feels there are lots of improvements he has to make despite clocking a world leading time at Stockholm Diamond League on Sunday. Wanyonyi ran a…
Mariam Ibrahim (centre) receives her overall ladies title in Mombasa. [Courtesy] Kenya’s top shooter, Master Ibrahim Ndung’u, and his daughter, Mariam Ibrahim, were over the moon after dominating the Mombasa Extreme International Practical IPSC Level 2 Shooting Championships at the Bamburi Rifle Club in Mombasa County over the weekend. Ndung’u claimed gold in the Production…
A cryptic Instagram post by Alejandro Garnacho’s photographer has sparked fresh speculation about the winger’s uncertain Manchester United future. Alejandro Garnacho’s future at Manchester United has taken another dramatic twist, with the winger’s personal photographer appearing to drop a telling clue that his time at Old Trafford is nearing its end. Following weeks of speculation…
Barcelona’s 17-year-old forward Lamine Yamal has had to respond to rumours that he is dating a 30-year-old flight attendant. Barcelona teen star Lamine Yamal has had to address rumours surrounding a luxurious Italian vacation he took with 30-year-old Spanish flight attendant and social media influencer Fati Vazquez. Yamal, enjoying some downtime after Spain’s Nations League…
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya at a recent rally during his tour. PHOTO/@pksalasya/XMumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya has raised alarm over the growing incidents of police brutality during protests, calling for immediate and mandatory refresher courses for all anti-riot police officers. In a statement issued through his official X handle on Tuesday,…
Former referee David Coote faces FA charges over a leaked video, adding to a series of recent controversies. Former Premier League referee David Coote is now facing formal charges from the Football Association (FA) for making derogatory comments about ex-Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp in a leaked video. The FA confirmed that Coote, 42,who was dismissed…
Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection, Alfred Mutua at a past address. PHOTO/@DrAlfredMutua/X Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has accused Democracy for the Citizens Party leader Rigathi Gachagua of using ethnic mislabeling as a political weapon to weaken and manipulate marginalized communities. In a sharply worded statement shared on his social…
CAF Goalkeeper of the Year and Mamelodi Sundowns shot-stopper Ronwen Williams [Instagram] CAF Goalkeeper of the Year Ronwen Williams is dreaming big—and he’s not alone. As Mamelodi Sundowns prepare to step onto the world stage once again, the South African says the FIFA Club World Cup is more than just a tournament; it’s a chance…
President William Ruto with Jerusha Muthoni, woman at the centre of a social media storm. [Sourced, X] President William Ruto’s development tours have drawn criticism and speculation over the years. One woman with repeated appearances at official functions has been the subject of viral online discussions. Jerusha Muthoni, a familiar face at several of the…
Nzoia Sugar players pose for a group photo before their FKF Premier League match against AFC Leopards at Nyayo Stadium in 2024. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Naturally, sugar is sweet. Sweet as football, the sport that is addictive and most followed in Kenya, if not globally. Whether in the remote villages or in the…
Constable James Mukhwana told IPOA that OCS Samson Talam ordered the prisoners to beat Albert Ojwang in detention Mukhwana claimed that Talam called him on June 7 and directed him to identify loyal prisoners to “deal” the suspect He said that Talam had given KSh2,000 to give them the inmates, referring to the publication as…
Mamelodi Sundowns’ star striker Peter Shalulile [Instagram] Mamelodi Sundowns’ talismanic striker Peter Shalulile is dreaming big as the South African giants prepare for their second-ever appearance at the FIFA Club World Cup, taking place in the United States of America. It’s a return to the global stage that has been years in the making for…
Palm trees wafting due to strong winds. Image used for illustration purposes. PHOTO/PexelsThe Kenya Meteorological Department has issued an alert warning residents in parts of the Coast, South-eastern, North-eastern and North-western Kenya to brace for strong winds over the week starting Tuesday, June 17, 2025. In its weekly weather forecast released on Tuesday morning, the…
Kenya netball team in action against Singapore during the UAE Netball Tournament in Dubai on June 17, 2025. [Courtesy] After a slow start that saw them lose their first two matches by narrow margins, Kenya’s national netball team, popularly known as The Divas, bounced back in style with a commanding 66–25 victory over the USA…