Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy during Kenya vs Angola match at Kasarani Stadium on August 7, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] An exhausted Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy was extremely proud of his players’ commitment and grit after they battled to a dramatic 1-1 draw against Angola on Thursday in the African Nations Championship (CHAN…
President William Ruto and Raila Odinga. [Michael Mute, Standard] President William Ruto and Raila Odinga are among national leaders attending the burial of former Karachuonyo MP Phoebe Asiyo, who is being laid to rest at her Wikondiek home in Homa Bay County. Ruto is accompanied by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, Governors Gladys Wanga (Homa…
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) is currently upgrading roads in Kerugoya town, Kirinyaga County, to bitumen standards, marking a significant improvement in the town’s road infrastructure. The project aims to enhance mobility within the municipality, which is experiencing rapid population growth and increased business activities. In addition…
Kericho Members of County Assembly have termed Governor Erick Mutai’s calls for the dissolution of the county government as reckless and tactics to evade accountability. Majority Leader Philip Rono confirmed that at least 35 Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) had appended their signatures to the impeachment notice against the governor. He challenged the governor…
Arsenal are being targeted by Real Madrid, who are offering a £350,000-a-week star in a potential high-profile swap deal. Real Madrid are to exchange Rodrygo in a mega swap deal to sign Arsenal talismanic defender William Saliba, according to reports by Defensa Central. Spanish heavyweights are keen to reinforce their backline this summer, and Saliba…
Referee Sadou Ali Brahamou shows a red card to Kenyan defender Marvin Nabwire after a VAR check. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Harambee Stars Captain Abud Omar had nothing but absolute praise for Marvin Nabwire, after the midfielder sacrificed himself to save Kenya’s blushes against Angola in the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024). 10-man Harambee Stars on…
Football Kenya Federation recently signed a 15 million partnership deal with the Kenya Tourism Board. On Wednesday, August 6, The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) signed a six-month long Ksh 15 million partnership with the Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) in a landmark agreement aimed at promoting Kenya as a leading sports tourism destination. The deal, unveiled…
The Port of Lamu on Thursday evening made maritime history by receiving the MV Nagoya Express, the longest vessel ever to dock in East African waters, further solidifying its position as the region’s premier trans-shipment hub. The 335-metre container ship, operated by German shipping giant Hapag-Lloyd, has officially set a new record as the largest vessel…
A small Cessna Citation 560 of Amref crashed into Mwihoko, Kiambu County, killing people in attendance The plane also crashed into a residential building, and many brothers and friends have broken hearts crying the deaths of their loved ones who lost their lives in the crash Among the mourners was the mother whose daughter was…
FKF reaffirmed its commitment to a safe and disciplined tournament hosting after CAF’s Ksh 2.5M fine during Harambee Stars’ CHAN 2024 match against DR Congo. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has been fined Ksh 2.5 million (USD 20,000) by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) following security lapses during Kenya’s 1-0 victory over DR Congo…
Five things we learnt from Harambee Stars’ 1-1 draw with Angola in their second CHAN 2024 clash. Harambee Stars held Angola to a dramatic 1-1 draw in their second match of the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) on Thursday night at the Moi International Sports Center, Kasarani. Angola took an early lead through Joaquim Paciencia…
KCAA stated that the aircraft lost both radar and radio communication moments before it went down. Six people, including two AMREF doctors, two nurses, and two civilians on the ground, were killed when an AMREF air ambulance crashed in Mwihoko, Kiambu, shortly after taking off from Wilson Airport on Thursday afternoon. The Kenya Civil Aviation…
Summer is a busy period for football teams looking to strengthen their squad. Keep reading to discover the top six signings so far this summer transfer window. “Surround yourself with only people that are going to lift you higher.” This quote by Oprah Winfrey applies in today’s world, especially in football competitions featuring different teams….
Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Investments, Trade and Industry, Lee Kinyanjui, has called on all the players and stakeholders in the automotive sector to embrace local production of spare parts such as springs and seats to expand the local automobile industry. CS Kinyanjui was speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony of a Sh3.5 billion new Isuzu East…
Kenya Police Bullets striker celebrate with her teammates after scoring a goal against Trinity queens at Afraha stadium in Nakuru on May 25,2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Kenya Police Bullets will have home advantage as they seek to qualify for the CAF Women’s Champions League for the first time when Kenya hosts the…