Faith Kipyegon, Beatrice Chebet, Sha’Carri Richardson, and Noah Lyles are among the stars who now know when their Diamond League battles will unfold in 2026, with the calendar largely unchanged. The schedule for the 2026 Wanda Diamond League season has been officially confirmed, with the global athletics series set to kick off in Doha on…
County governments are increasingly spending a higher proportion of their budgets on paying salaries and allowances, raising alarm over dwindling funds for economic development projects and service delivery. According to fresh data from all 47 devolved units, 46.8 percent of county spending, equivalent to KSh470.74 billion, went to personnel costs in the financial year ending…
Kevin Durant #7 and Alperen Sengun #28 of the Houston Rockets look on from the bench against the Atlanta Hawks during the third quarter at State Farm Arena on October 16, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. [AFP] NBA superstar Kevin Durant has agreed to a two-year contract extension worth $90 million with the Houston Rockets, according…
President William Ruto signs a Bill into law at State House, Nairobi. [PCS] The new Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2024, signed into law by President William Ruto about four hours after Raila Odinga’s death, threatens freedom of expression, the very thing the former Prime Minister fought for his entire life. Even though several…
Harambee Starlets face The Gambia in a crucial 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Friday and their opponents possess one key player that could give them nightmares. Harambee Starlets have their date with destiny when they host The Gambia in a 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Friday. Kenya hosts the…
The Gang Suppression Force (GSF) which includes Kenyan troops deployed to Haiti has dismissed reports alleging that two Kenyan officers were killed during a recent security operation in the Caribbean nation. In a statement issued on Monday, the multinational mission assured the public that all its personnel were safe, confirming that no Kenyan officer had…
Manchester United’s English defender #05 Harry Maguire reacts after the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Manchester United at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on October 19, 2025. [AFP] Ruben Amorim said a first victory at Anfield since 2016 was just reward for Manchester United’s long suffering fans after Harry Maguire’s late…
World 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi has opened up about the challenges Team Kenya encountered during the 2025 World Championships in Tokyo. World and Olympics 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi has opened up about some of the struggles athletes go through while on international duty. Wanyonyi is still basking in the glory of his gold medal win…
Siaya Senator James Orengo should be appointed Chairman of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), rapper Octopizzo has opined. Taking to X on October 20, 2025, the rapper-cum-activist and political commentator said Orengo, one of Raila’s longest-serving friend is best positioned to carry forward the vision of the later former Prime Minister. Octopizzo cited Orengo’s leadership…
Kenya’s Situs Onyango (right) and Abel Alemu of Ethiopia during the Africa Zone Three Boxing Championship at Kasarani Gymnasium on Monday. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya made a formidable comeback after a false start when several boxers won their matches to keep hope of lifting the overall title on Day 1 of the Africa Zone Three…
CAF president Patrice Motsepe has warned the Minister of Sports in South Africa against meddling in the affairs of the country’s football association. CAF president Patrice Motsepe has sent a firm warning to South Africa’s Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie over what he deems to be government interference in the country’s football. McKenzie has been calling…
Starehe MP Amos Mwago with Raila Odinga at a past event The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has received a stark warning against allowing President William Ruto to interfere in the party following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Starehe Member of Parliament Amos Mwago Maina opines that allowing Ruto into the party affairs…
Elizabeth Tsvangirai attended Raila Odinga’s national funeral in Bondo, where she comforted Mama Ida Odinga, and their special closeness was evident Two days after the funeral, he visited the National Assembly and signed the guest book in memory of Raila Elizabeth shared a touching message and photo online, thanking the Speaker of the National Assembly,…
Bayern Munich’s Senegalese forward #11 Nicolas Jackson (centre) controls the ball during a training session in Munich, on October 21, 2025. [AFP] Vincent Kompany has extended his contract as coach of Bayern Munich by two years until 2029, the Bundesliga champions announced on Tuesday. Kompany was not Bayern’s first choice when he was…
Robert James Purkiss, the prime suspect in the murder of Agnes Wanjiru in Nanyuki in 2012. [Courtesy, Solent News] The Kenyan government has formally initiated extradition proceedings against a fugitive British soldier accused of murdering 21-year-old Agnes Wanjiru in Nanyuki in 2012. Appearing before Justice Alexander Muteti at the Milimani High Court on Tuesday, state…