National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has dismissed accusations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua that he orchestrated the burning of public buildings in Kikuyu Constituency. Ichung’wah was responding to Gachagua’s earlier press briefing, where the ousted DP claimed that the recent attacks on a police station and the Kikuyu Law Courts were staged to…
Dancer Tileh Pacbro. PHOTO/@tileh_pacbro/InstagramCelebrity dancer Tileh Pacbro has shared candid reflections on the importance of prioritising one’s mental well-being by setting firm boundaries with toxic family members. Speaking after a curious fan on Sunday, July 13, 2025, asked him to share his personal take on toxic parents, the dancer revealed that he has dealt with…
Sports CS Salim Mvurya receives a ball from Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy during the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) press conference in preparation for the event at Stadion Hotel Kasarani on July 10, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has dismissed criticism surrounding his squad selection for the upcoming…
After guiding his hometown club to La Liga for the first time in 24 years, former Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla has made a key decision. Former Spanish international Santi Cazorla has extended his career by another year, signing a one-season contract with his boyhood club Oviedo, whom he helped gain promotion to La Liga, the…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has cautioned the national government against relying on force to suppress public dissent, warning that brute tactics won’t shield political leaders from growing citizen outrage. Speaking during an interview on Spice FM, Natembeya said the government has become increasingly unresponsive to the frustrations of ordinary Kenyans and is instead hiding…
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi during a meeting in the Dominican Republic on. PHOTO/https://web.facebook.com/Mudavadi.MusaliaPrime Cabinet Secretary and Foreign & Diaspora Affairs Minister Musalia Mudavadi has urged Kenyans and the police to uphold the law and respect human rights during demonstrations, calling for a balanced approach as the country continues to reel from recent civil unrest….
A dejected Arsenal midfielder Bukayo Saka (right) and Brentford’s Christian Norgaard after a Premier League match at Brentford Community Stadium on Friday. [File, Reuters] Christian Norgaard said a childhood dream of appearing in the Champions League had come true after signing for Arsenal from Brentford on Thursday. The 31-year-old Danish midfielder has joined for a…
Martin Keino has broken down what derailed Faith Kipyegon’s sub-four-minute mile attempt. Kenya’s legendary middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon attempted to rewrite history in Paris this July by becoming the first woman to run a mile under four minutes. Despite her unmatched resume, including three Olympic gold medals and world records in the mile and 5000m,…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of targeting the Kikuyu people with government-sponsored crackdowns. Gachagua accused Ruto of being directly involved in profiling the Kikuyus during the 2007 post-election violence, and as president, continuing what he describes as an “unfinished mission.”. “History is repeating itself, and the architect William Ruto is…
Mumias East MP Peter Salasya at a recent rally during his tour. PHOTO/@pksalasya/XMumias East Member of Parliament (MP) Peter Salasya has praised Murang’a County Governor Irungu Kang’ata for his proactive and impactful efforts in youth empowerment within the county. In a statement on his X account on Sunday, July 13, 2025, Salasya expressed his gratitude,…
Daniel Nduva during The 56th edition of the Magical Kenya Open at Muthaiga Golf Club on Thursday, Feb20, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya Golf Union (KGU) has announced the launch of the Kenya Swing Tournaments, which kick off next weekend in Nairobi. The three-event series will commence with the 12th edition of Kabete Open, which was postponed in…
Nicholas Musonye has revealed when participating CHAN 2024 teams will begin arriving in Kenya as preparations ramp up for group stage matches at Kasarani and Nyayo Stadiums. With the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) fast approaching, Local Organizing Committee (LOC) chairman Nicholas Musonye has confirmed that participating teams are expected to start arriving in Kenya…
President William Ruto has fiercely defended the government’s use of roadblocks, teargas, and water cannons during protests, following a court order that temporarily barred police from erecting barricades in and around Nairobi. His assertion follows a court case by the Katiba Institute that the government had acted illegitimately in suspending basic constitutional freedoms during the…
Lawyer Njiru Ndegwa. PHOTO/https://web.facebook.com/Kameme101/photos.Advocate of the High Court Ndegwa Njiru has taken a firm stance against President William Ruto, urging him to exercise humility and temper his pride by recalling the narrow margin by which he won the 2022 presidential election. In a pointed message shared on his X account on Sunday, July 13, 2025,…
2025 Limuru Open winner John Lejirma at Limuru Country Club, July 6, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] The best of Kenya amateur golf was on display as the 76th edition of the Limuru Open ended at the little Augusta, Limuru Country Club layout last Sunday. As attested by the handicap limit of…