Benni McCarthy’s Harambee Stars Face Stern Test in CHAN Opener Clash

The Kenyan national football team Harambee Stars will open their 2025 CHAN campaign against CHAN heavyweights in Nairobi. Kenya’s Harambee Stars are set to kick off their 2024 TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) campaign with a high-stakes showdown against continental giants the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Confederation of African Football (CAF), in…

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Lawyer Willis Otieno blasts Murkomen’s shoot-to-kill order

Lawyer Willis Evans Otieno during a past function. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/Otienowill/photos.Lawyer Willis Otieno has launched a blistering attack on Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen over his shoot-to-kill directive to police officers, accusing him of abandoning the Constitution and endangering lives. In a strongly worded statement shared on Saturday, June 28, 2025, Otieno called out Murkomen for misusing…

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Junet’s remarks won’t stop The Standard from reporting boldly

Suna East MP Junet Mohammed at the Mini Chambers, County Hall, Nairobi. January 14th,2025 [Elvis Ogina, Standard] For decades, The Standard Group PLC (SG) through its print, broadcast and online platforms, has remained steadfast in its commitment to inform the public, hold the powerful to account, and safeguard Kenya’s democracy. We have relentlessly reported on matters of national importance, putting facts first. The live coverage of the June 25, 2025 protests was undertaken with professionalism, care, and an unwavering…

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Lauren Sanchez shares picture with Jeff Bezos as they tie the knot in star-studded ceremony in Venice

Billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez when they tied the knot. PHOTO/laurensanchezbezos/InstagramBillionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez have tied the knot in a lavish and star-studded wedding in Venice, Italy. The couple exchanged their vows on Friday, June 27, 2025, on the small island of San Giorgio, opposite St…

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Junet’s reckless remarks an affront to press freedom

Suna East MP Junet Mohammed at the Mini Chambers, County Hall, Nairobi. January 14th,2025 [Elvis Ogina, Standard] For decades, The Standard Group PLC (SG) through its print, broadcast and online platforms, has remained steadfast in its commitment to inform the public, hold the powerful to account, and safeguard Kenya’s democracy. We have relentlessly reported on matters of national importance putting facts fast. The live coverage of the June 25, 2025 protests was undertaken with professionalism, care, and an unwavering commitment to truth.   It is in moments of crisis that the need for a vigilant media becomes most urgent.  Silencing the media only fans the flames of fear and speculation. It is therefore deeply troubling to hear the disgraceful and irresponsible recent…

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Noah Lyles vs Tyreek Hill Showdon Takes Fresh Twist

The highly anticipated showdown between Noah Lyles and Tyreek Hill has taken a fresh twist. After the much-hyped sprint duel between Olympic champion Noah Lyles and NFL speedster Tyreek Hill collapsed, fans may still get their wish for a marquee track-meets-football clash, this time featuring Josephus Lyles, Noah’s younger brother, against the Miami Dolphins wide…

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Kindiki: 99 per cent of police officers have no issues

Kindiki speaking in Kiambu on Sunday, May 25, 2025. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/KithureKindikiDeputy President Kithure Kindiki has defended the National Police Service, saying that the majority of officers are committed to keeping the country safe. Speaking during Mavoko Constituency Economic Empowerment Engagement, KMC Grounds, Athi River, on Saturday, June 28, 2025, Kindiki acknowledged public complaints but urged Kenyans…

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Kibera crowned FKF Women Cup champions

Kibera Soccer Women FC have clinched the 2025 FKF Women’s Cup title after a dramatic stoppage-time goal by Stella Adhiambo that handed them a 1-0 win over Vihiga Queens in the final played at Afraha Stadium, Nakuru. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Kibera Soccer Women FC have clinched the 2025 FKF Women’s Cup title after a dramatic…

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FKF Cup Is Our Ride Or Die

Gor Mahia’s Alpha Onyango has vowed an all-out effort in the FKF Cup final against Nairobi United. Gor Mahia midfielder Alpha Chris Onyango has issued a passionate rallying cry ahead of this weekend’s Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Cup final, declaring the match against newly promoted Nairobi United as the club’s most important fixture of the…

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Murkomen slams silence from clergy, diplomats over attacks on police officers

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen during a past public function. PHOTO/@kipmurkomen/XInterior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has criticised members of the clergy, foreign diplomats, and sections of the opposition for remaining silent in the face of rising attacks on police officers during recent protests. Speaking on Saturday, June 28,2025, during a meeting at State House, just days…

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KPA drown Th3 Swish as Safe Spaces edge out ANU Panthers

Aminata Semassekou of Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) in action against Equity Hawks during their KBF Premier League match at Nyayo Gymnasium on March 01. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Former Kenya Basketball Federation Women’s Premier League champions Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) have thrashed Th3 Swish 84-38 in a lopsided match played at Makande Hall, Mombasa. Former Buruburu…

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