Kenya’s Esther Gitahi handed four-year ban after positive EPO test

Kenya’s Esther Gitahi competing in a past race [Alabama Athletics] 26-year-old Kenyan middle-distance runner Esther Gitahi has been banned from athletics for four years after testing positive for erythropoietin (EPO), the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) announced on Monday. The Disciplinary Tribunal ruled the ban retroactive to August 6, 2024, following the athlete’s adverse analytical finding…

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EACC recovers Sh2.8b land belonging to Karura Forest

Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) CEO Abdi A.Mohamud during the presentation of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Kenya Prison Service System Examination Report at a Nairobi Hotel on July 18, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has recovered 7.11 hectares of land that was previously grabbed from Karura Forest and the Kenya Technical…

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Caleb Amisi Claims Gladys Wanga Is ‘One Term’, 2027 He Doesn’t See Something: “He’s Not Going Anywhere Without A Father”

Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi dismissed the possibility of Governor Gladys Wanga being re-elected in 2027 Speaking on Monday, October 27, Amisi explained why he does not trust the governor of Homa Bay The outspoken ODM leader further responded to reports that President William Ruto may nominate Wanga as his running mate in 2027…

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Nairobi United to bank at least Sh51 million after CAF Confederation Cup Group Stage qualification

Nairobi United FC players huddle ahead of their penalty shootout against Tunisia’s Étoile Sportive Du Sahel [Naibois, Facebook] Nairobi United sealed a historic qualification to the Group Stage of the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, delivering a major financial boost and a landmark moment for Kenyan club football. Under the guidance of coach Nicholas Muyoti, the…

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Michael Kibwage on How Bromance with Sylvester Owino, Bryne Omondi Is Powering Gor Mahia’s KPL Dominance

Michael Kibwage has revealed how his close bond with Sylvester Owino and Bryne Omondi has been key to Gor Mahia’s strong defensive start to the season. Gor Mahia defender Michael Kibwage believes his strong personal friendship with defensive partner Sylvester Owino and goalkeeper Bryne Omondi has helped him settle in well. He also explained how…

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Braeburn, USIU-A Dolphins rule Level One gala

A swimmer in action at the Nairobi County Swimming Association gala at Kiota School. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Braeburn Swimming Club and United States International University of Africa (USIU-A) Dolphins Swim Club emerged tops at the Nairobi County Swimming Association (NCSA) Level One age group gala held at Kiota School over the weekend. Braeburn dominated the…

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12 people dead in Kwale aircraft crash

12 killed in Kwale aircraft crash. Twelve people have died after an aircraft headed to Kichwa Tembo from Diani crashed in the Kwale Simba area on Tuesday morning. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) Director General Emile Arao confirmed the incident, stating: “KCAA wishes to confirm that an aircraft, registration number 5Y-CCA, on its way…

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