Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon celebrate after winning gold and silver medals in the 5000m final at the World Athletics Championships Tokyo 2025 on September 20. [AFP] The country’s athletics stars did not only chase glory and podium positions. From their exploits, they pumped billions into the Kenyan economy. Major global events in track, field…
When Suna East MP Junet Mohamed hosted President William Ruto in Suna East. [Junet Mohamed, X] The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) — the party former Prime Minister Raila Odinga built through blood, sweat and tears — is at a crossroads as senior party figures pursue a pre-election pact ahead of 2027 with President William Ruto’s…
South Africa’s 3-2 win over Zimbabwe exposed some of their weaknesses which raises questions over their capacity to overcome some of Africa’s big boys and win AFCON 2025. South Africa secured their place in the knockout rounds of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Monday but they head into the Round of 16 with…
Susan Nakhumicha in recent days has hinted that she is planning to run for the governor’s seat in the next election He was among the Kiluhya leaders who flocked to the home of the late Cyrus Jirongo after his body arrived in Kitale for burial Giving a condolence speech, he recalled how the former Lugari…
Moses Kuria has warned that there may be victims in the integrated government of President William Ruto towards the 2027 elections Kuria said that Deputy President Kithure Kindiki may lose his post to Homa Bay Governor, Gladys Wanga, while Ruto aims to strengthen his support in the Luo Nyanza region. He added that the political…
Sudan’s AFCON 2025 squad is using football as a symbol of unity and hope, aiming to inspire peace amid the ongoing conflict at home. Sudan forward John Mano’s eyes burn with intensity as he recounts the murder of his best friend, Medo, a victim of the country’s brutal civil war. Medo is one of over…
Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua was grimacing while getting assistnace from locals after being involved ina fatal road accident in Nigeria on December 29, 2025. [Photo: Adeniyi Orojo] Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has sustained injuries in a serious road traffic accident in Nigeria that claimed the lives of two people travelling in…
The Third Edition of the Tobong’ Nawi Festival in Samburu North Sub-county has brought together hundreds of residents of the Turkana community to celebrate their culture and promote peace in the region. The colourful event held at the Nyani Stadium in Nachola Ward under the theme “Celebrating our culture to promote peaceful co-existence and climate…
Pallbearers carry the coffin containing the body of the late Cyrus Jirongo after the memorial service at CITAM,Valley road Nairobi on December 27,2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Former Vihiga Senator George Khaniri has disclosed that the family of the late former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo has commissioned an independent investigator to establish the circumstances surrounding his…
As action continues at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, a number of coaches are hoping to lead their teams to victory and there are some who are paid handsomely to deliver glory. As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues in Morocco, attention has been on the action on the pitch. However, the actors…
The boxing world is in a state of shock following reports that former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua was involved in a horrific road accident in Nigeria on Monday, December 29, 2025. The crash, which occurred along the busy Lagos-Ibadan Expressway in the Makun area of Ogun State, reportedly claimed the lives of two…
The fortunes of the multi-billion-shilling Lake Victoria fish industry have improved, following the government’s decision to streamline the licensing of fishermen. A sharp rise in the number of fishermen in the lake had been blamed for its dwindling fish stocks, amid concerns that some fishermen were employing illegal methods, such as undersized nets and chemicals,…
Fourteen-year-old FIDE Master (FM) Jadon Simiyu is calling the shots at the 2025 Kenya National Chess Championship (KNCC) with a perfect score of 5/5. He announced his arrival in his first victory in the Open Section with a sharp win over Lenny Mataiga in the ongoing tourney at Westwood Hotel in Westlands. Playing with the…
The Luhya elders have demanded that the late Cyrus Jirongo be buried in full compliance with traditional procedures, including placing a burning torch and porcupine spines, in order to expose those suspected of planning his death. Jirongo, a former Member of Parliament for Lugari, died in an accident on December 13 on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway,…
Former Liverpool striker Divock Origi saw his contract terminated at AC Milan last week after nearly two years without playing but where could he end up now? Divock Origi finally ended his 20-month hell at Italian giants AC Milan when his contract was terminated last week. Origi, who signed for Milan on a four-year deal…