Six people confirmed dead, while 10 survived with life-threatening injuries following a road crash involving a nissan matatu at Kijauri Market in Nyamira County. [Stanley Ongwae/Standard] Six people have been confirmed dead and several others injured following a grisly road accident that occurred at Kijauri Shopping Centre on Kisii-Sotik road Friday evening. 10 other…
Yanga have strengthened their attack by signing the Ivorian League’s reigning MVP on a two-year deal ahead of the new season. Young Africans SC (Yanga) has bolstered their attack with the signing of Celestin Ecua, the Ivorian Premier League’s reigning Most Valuable Player (MVP). The 24-year-old striker joins from Zoman FC on a two-year deal…
Nairobi County Chief Environment Officer, Geoffrey Mosiria, is facing scathing criticism for posting a video that appears to show a streetchild sniffing jet fuel, with human rights activists accusing him of humiliating the boy and exposing him to further harm. The video, which was posted by Mosiria on his social media platforms Thursday, generated instant…
Close-up of a smartphone screen displaying social media app folder. Image used for illustration purposes. PHOTO/Pexels In Kenya, where life beats through vibrant markets, bustling matatus, and the glow of smartphone screens, love is facing a new kind of pressure—social media. The digital age has transformed how Kenyans meet, date, and sometimes destroy relationships. From…
KCB players in action during their Kenya Volleyball Federation National League finals against Kenya Prisons at Kasarani Gymnasium. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] A showdown is looming at the Kasarani Indoor Arena as the country’s top clubs battle for final spots as the inaugural Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup Tournament enters the penultimate stage today. The…
President William Ruto at the funeral service of Baringo Senator William Cheptumo in Baringo North. March 1 2025 [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] President William Ruto has always been an apex politician. For such a leader, the allure of power is irresistible. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Subscribe Today & Save!…
Manchester United have slapped a whooping price tag on Marcus Rashford. Manchester United have reportedly set a firm asking price of €48 million for forward Marcus Rashford, sending a strong signal to potential suitors. According to Spanish outlet AS, the Red Devils are open to selling the England international but are not willing to let…
Thirdway Alliance Party leader Ekuru Aukot has called for President William Ruto to undergo a mental health assessment, citing the Head of State’s recent disturbing public remarks. Aukot expressed concern that Ruto’s tone and statements, especially his pledge to stop anti-government protests using whatever means that is available suggest a leader under intense pressure. “I…
Close-up shot of a Happy Father’s Day card; this image is used for representation purposes in this article. PHOTO/Pexels In Kenya, a quiet but devastating crisis is unfolding: the growing absence of fathers in families, leaving behind emotional, social, and economic scars. While headlines often focus on politics, corruption, or the economy, the fatherhood crisis…
St Joseph’s Boys players celebrate after scoring a goal during the 2025 Rift Valley Secondary School Sports Association football match in Eldoret. [Courtesy] Despite their controversial sail to the regional stage, St Joseph’s Boys popularly known as JOBO successfully defended their Rift Valley Secondary School Sports Association football title in Eldoret on Friday. JOBO…
One family in Nyanginja Village, Awendo Small County mourns the death of a 38 -year -old relative Kanyasrega Assistant Chief Ezekiel Kokeyo explained in detail how a woman reportedly disappeared was found dead in the river Nearby family members also shared notes, including payments of KSh 40,000, which may have resolved that strange death Migori…
DIG Eliud Lagat during a press briefing following Albert Omondi Ojwang’s death in police custody at Central Police station, Nairobi. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Eliud Lagat is expected to return to work on July 22, a source close to him has told The Standard. This comes as…
On July 25, 2025, it was not expected by many and especially those who came out to participate in the seventh protests Instead of protesters walking in peace to celebrate how Kenyans fought for a multi -party system and explained the current complaint, the day turned to chaos as police tried to control the crowd…
Kisumu County Secondary School Sports Association (KSSSA) football games saw Agai and Kobala Mixed crowned new Nyanza Region champions. Kisumu County’s Agai High School and Kobala Mixed Secondary School from Homa Bay stamped their authority on the Nyanza Region football scene after emerging champions in the boys’ and girls’ categories, respectively. In a pulsating boys’…
On July 7, 2025, many Kenyans poured into the streets to celebrate a special day when Kenyans were united to fight for a multi -party system Although protests did not reach the center of Nairobi, the main goal, Kenyans still marched in the city, and many lives were lost Among the tragic incidents is that…