Arsenal showed why they should be considered among the favourites for the Premier League title as they staged a late comeback to sink Newcastle on Sunday. Arsenal fought back from a goal down to snatch a dramatic 2-1 victory against Newcastle United, securing a vital three points and ending a three-game losing streak at St…
Kenya Police paid the price for the controversial incident involving Mogadishu City FC fans who disrespected the Kenyan flag as the outrage saw them play in front of an empty stadium. Kenya Police FC felt the full impact of a controversial incident involving Mogadishu City FC fans in their CAF Champions League first preliminary round…
Beatrice Chebet has explained when she will transition to marathon racing after dominating the 5000 and 10000 meter events at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. World 5000m and 10,000m record-holder Beatrice Chebet has opened up on her career plans, revealing when she expects to make the switch from the track to road racing after remarkable…
American sprinter Fred Kerley has continued justifying his move to sign up for the highly criticized Enhanced Games after claiming he is now getting more business. American sprinter Fred Kerley has seemed to justify his decision to sign up for the controversial Enhanced Games. Kerley made the unusual step of joining the games, which allows…
The wreckage of a Matatu that was involved in an accident at Kariandusi in Gilgil, along Nairobi-Nakuru Highway on September 28, 2025. [Daniel Chege, Standard] Thirteen people, suspected to be members of the same family, were killed on Sunday at noon in a road accident involving a 14-seater Matatu and a trailer. Three survived with…
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and DAP leader Eugene Wamalwa in Kajiado on September 28, 2025. [Courtesy] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of allegedly orchestrating widespread land allocations to political allies. He pledged to revoke titles he claims were issued irregularly if his camp assumes power….
Manchester United are reportedly not considering sacking Ruben Amorim as minority owner Jim Ratcliffe believes he needs time to integrate new signings. After a morale-boosting victory over Chelsea, Manchester United once again faltered in the Premier League, falling 3-1 to Brentford on Saturday. Ruben Amorim has only managed 34 points from 33 league games at…
Rising Starlets have booked a date with Tanzania who hold a commanding lead over Angola, after advancing past Ethiopia in the tense second round tie. Kenya have sailed through to the final round of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers after a convincing 4-0 victory over Ethiopia in the second-leg clash at the…
Shabana FC had Brian Michira to thank as his goal saw them beat Bandari in Mombasa but he left fans worried when he hobbled off with an injury. Brian Michira scored his third goal in two games as he lifted Shabana FC to a 1-0 victory over Bandari in the FKF Premier League in Mombasa…
IEBC clerks take fingerprints of members of the public during voter registration at GPO centre, Nairobi, on February 5, 2022. [File, Standard] A retired military officer has gone to court seeking to stop voter registration set to begin on Monday. Under a certificate of urgency, Captain (Rtd) Jammies Wafubwa wants the Independent Electoral…
Botswana politicians have been slammed over their decision to hog the limelight at the expense of the country’s world beating athletes who won historic gold medals in Tokyo. Botswana government officials have come under fire following a photo taken with the country’s gold medalists from the 2025 World Championships. Team Botswana won gold in 400m…
Principal Secretary for Public Service and Human Capital Development, Dr. Jane Imbunya, has lauded National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs) in Vihiga County for their contribution to public service delivery. Speaking during a meeting with the officers in Tiriki East, led by Deputy County Commissioner Mike Too, Dr. Imbunya…
Rising Starlets head coach Jackline Juma has expressed confidence her team will capitalise on home advantage to eliminate Ethiopia Sunday. Kenya have named a strong starting lineup as the Rising Starlets prepare to battle Ethiopia in the decisive return leg of their 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup second-round qualifier at the Ulinzi Sports Complex…
Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has announced new appointments and reappointments to various education and science institutions, reinforcing the government’s commitment to strengthening governance and reforms in the sector. In a Gazette notice dated September 26, 2025, the CS named Zephania Koech as a member of the…
Indian Aman Malik, 18, who was sentenced by JKIA Court to three years in jail for unlawfully importing and transporting prohibited substances. He was arrested in Iten in May. [Courtesy] When the country’s world beaters stomp the dusty roads of Iten in their long runs, often before sunrise, the country’s hope of medals…