Kenya’s Keanna Knopp competes in the 13-14yrs Girls’ breaststroke category during the 10th Africa Aquatics Zone 3 Swimming Championship at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium. Oct 17, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyans continued to register impressive results on day two of the 2026 Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship currently on at the Kasarani Aquatic…
Former prime minister Raila Odinga died on Wednesday, October 15, in India after a short illness Raila was involved in politics for more than four decades and gradually built his wealth, owning properties in Nairobi and other cities The ODM party leader revealed that his wealth was estimated at more than KSh 2 billion, having…
Wiper Patriotic Front Party Leader, Kalonzo Musyoka during the Young Generation Forum at Nairobi’s Ufungamano Hall on September 10, 2025. [ Jenipher Wachie, Standard] Opposition leaders used the state funeral of ex-Premier Raila Amolo Odinga to criticise the government and the funeral planning committee for sidelining them during the event. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka expressed…
Oburu Oginga made mourners laugh during Raila Odinga’s national funeral after introducing his two wives while the camera focused on Wycliffe Oparanya at the time President William Ruto, Agriculture Minister Mutahi Kagwe and other politicians laughed out loud, while the Minister of Cooperatives, Oparanya, was seen smiling Oparanya’s reaction left Kenyans laughing, with many posting…
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick strongly denied reports of a disciplinary issue involving Lamine Yamal, reaffirming his authority over team decisions. FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has vehemently dismissed recent reports of an alleged disciplinary issue involving star winger Lamine Yamal. Hansi Flick labelled the rumours as ‘garbage’ and reaffirmed his complete control over team…
Kenyans flocked to Nyayo Stadium early at 6:00 am for the memorial service of former prime minister Raila Odinga. President William Ruto and his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, were among the main leaders who celebrated the emotional event Everything went smoothly until mourners were allowed to view the body and pay their last respects to the…
Raila Odinga’s last journey on earth would not be complete without his body being honored in parliament The body of the ODM leader lay in state at the Houses of Parliament on Friday morning, October 17, where dignitaries paid their last respects. President William Ruto noted that this phase was important for Raila to stay…
Kalonzo Musyoka offered heartfelt condolences to Raila Odinga, calling him his brother and praising him for his leadership and legacy He reflected on their long-term political partnership, including their partnership in the 2013, 2017 and 2022 elections. News of Raila’s death came as a surprise to Kalonzo, who had arrived in London but immediately returned…
The Environment and Land Court in Malindi Thursday upheld a landmark 2019 ruling that revoked the environmental impact assessment (EIA) licence for the proposed Lamu coal power plant. Justice Francis Njoroge dismissed an appeal by Amu Power Company Ltd, affirming a decision of the National Environment Tribunal (NET) cancelling the licence issued by the National…
Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta was among the senior leaders who attended the national funeral of former prime minister Raila Odinga Uhuru paid emotional tribute to the late Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader and political veteran While concluding his speech, he expressed his condolences to the family of the deceased as he made a solemn promise…
Africa Zone Three Boxing Championships light heavyweight gold medalist Elizabeth Andiego (in red) lands a jab on Elif Guneri of Turkey at the World Women Boxing Championships in Istanbul, Turkey last month.[Courtesy] Kenyan boxers are ready for the battle royale in their burning ambition to win the overall title in the Africa Zone Three Boxing…
EALA Member of Parliament Winnie Odinga was with Prime Minister Raila Odinga in India while he was receiving treatment He was the one who delivered the sad news of Raila’s death to President William Ruto on that sad morning Kenyans have been eager to learn about the politician’s final moments, and Winnie has set the…
Mourners gather at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga mausoleum in Nyamira Kango village in Bondo, the burial site of former prime minister Raila Amollo Odinga on October 17, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] In the Luo cultural tradition, burial rites are conducted in cognizance of the community’s strong belief in life after death. According to a cultural book…
Family, friends, associates, and supporters gathered at Nyayo Stadium for the national funeral service of the late Raila Odinga Raila died in India after falling during a morning walk and suffering a heart attack Rosemary Odinga, standing with her daughters, shared her great pain during the service, telling with emotion how she got the news…
Manchester United great Wayne Rooney has hit back at Marcus Rashford after the forward claimed that he struggled at the club due to its bad environment. Manchester United icon Wayne Rooney has dismissed Marcus Rashford‘s claims that an “inconsistent environment” at Old Trafford was the cause of his poor form, insisting the forward must take…