President William Ruto has been invited to rejoin the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) on account of being one of its founding members. Kisii Governor Simba Arati extended the invite during Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kisii, offering President Ruto ODM’s presidential ticket for the 2027 General Election. Arati, who also serves as ODM’s Deputy Party Leader,…
The former Bandari FC goalkeeper has shared his views on why top Kenyan players no longer need trials to join clubs abroad. Harambee Stars goalkeeper Farouk Shikhalo has explained why Kenyan players in the local league and national team no longer need to attend trials before signing with clubs abroad. Farouk Shikhalo, who recently joined…
A packed courtroom in Eldoret erupted in laughter Tuesday afternoon when the son of Turkana Governor Jeremiah Ekamais Lomorukai declined to testify in English in a case where Turkana South MP John Ariko and seven others are accused of attacking his younger brother. The older brother, Lavish Lomorukai, candidly admitted difficulty with English and pleaded with…
Joyce Njuguini (left), Kanana Muthomi and Mercy Nyanchama celebrate after leading the second round of ECAACT at Great Rift Valley Lodge and Golf Resort in Naivasha, on October 23, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] Kenya refused to yield its ground, maintaining a six-stroke lead after the second round of the East and Central All-Africa…
The former world under-20 200m champion’s move marks a new chapter in her career as she continues her development alongside some of the world’s best sprinters in Florida. Jamaican sprinter Brianna Lyston will train with Noah Lyles’ coach, Lance Brauman, at the Pure Athletics training camp located at the National Training Centre (NTC) in Clermont,…
With the rapid growth of the global gaming industry, one of the most exciting innovations is virtual reality (VR) — technology that replicates the feeling of a real casino from home. In Kenya, where online gaming is gaining popularity, platforms like bongo casino login are exploring ways to use VR to deliver a more engaging…
Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya CEO Peninah Wahome. ADAK held a four-day workshop at Kasarani Stadium Kenya to sensitise Team Kenya officials and athletes on the importance of competing clean. [File, Standard] The government is drumming up support for Team Kenya, set for the Tokyo 2025 Summer Deaflympics, urging them to compete clean in…
President William Ruto lays a wreath at the grave of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga in Bondo, on October 19, 2025. [PCS] The passing on of ODM leader Raila Odinga last week has complicated President William Ruto’s political plans as it has forced him to re-evaluate his game plan ahead of the 2027 General…
Orlando Bennett has reflected on a simple gesture that became a meaningful part of Oblique Seville’s journey to greatness. Jamaican hurdler Orlando Bennett has shared insights into his friendship with reigning world champion Oblique Seville. The 110m hurdles world silver medallist recalled meeting Oblique Seville for the first time in 2019, the same year he…
In the coming weeks, the Ministry of Health will switch to a single-dose HPV vaccine, ditching the current two-dose schedule. The switch seeks to boost vaccination rates nationwide and speed up the fight against cervical cancer. Director-General for Health Dr. Patrick Amoth says the change is backed by local research showing that one dose provides…
Messi signs new Inter Miami contract through 2028. [AFP] Lionel Messi has agreed a contract extension with Inter Miami, which will see the Argentine superstar remain in Major League Soccer until the end of the 2028 season, the club confirmed on Thursday. Inter Miami’s X feed posted a video of Messi signing a contract sitting…
The nation has sacked coach after poor World Cup qualifiers as it seeks new leadership ahead of AFCON 2025 that will be held in Morocco. Zimbabwe have fired their German coach Michael Nees after a disappointing World Cup qualifying campaign and only two months before the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) finals, the Zimbabwe Football…
National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) has issued a critical notice to all shortlisted candidates ahead of its Validation Exercise scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2025. In a statement issued on Tuesday, October 21, NYOTA announced that all shortlisted youth must complete the Entrepreneurship Aptitude Test (EAT), a significant test meant to gauge their entrepreneurial…
Kenya’s Ruth Chepngetich celebrates after crossing the finish line to win the 2024 Chicago Marathon professional women’s division at Grant Park on October 13, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois. [AFP] World record holder in the women’s marathon, Ruth Chepng’etich, has been banned for three years after admitting to anti-doping rule violations, the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU)…
Veteran journalist Sammy Lui. [File, Courtesy] Veteran broadcaster and State Master of Ceremonies, Sammy Lui, has died at his home in Subukia. Lui was one of Kenya’s pioneer journalists, starting his career at Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, then known as the Voice of Kenya (VOK), and later had a stint at KTN during the 1990s. He…