South Africa boss Hugo Broos has showered praise on one of his players who he insists must be playing in Europe after his great performances at AFCON 2025 so far. South Africa coach Hugo Broos has reiterated his desire to see one of his talented youngsters play in Europe in future. Broos has been an…
Moses Kuria speaks as Deputy President Kithure Kindiki opened Kisumu West Huduma Centre at Ojola in Kisumu.[FILE,Standard] In a candid, wide-ranging interview at his home, former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria, a man known as much for his sharp tongue as for his storied career, did not mince words. The Gatundu South MP-turned-Cabinet Secretary,…
Kisumu Governor Prof. Anyang’ Nyong’o watches a programmed robot trace a black line using light sensors at Kiwimbi Library in Amagoro, Teso North Sub-County, on Saturday, December 27, 2025. The facility offers training in digital skills including robotics and artificial intelligence in the community under Kiwimbi Organisation, founded…
Prime Cabinet Minister Musalia Mudavadi during a previous interview. [File, Standard] This week, as Kenya approaches the midpoint of President William Ruto’s first term, a heated debate has erupted over Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi’s proposal to hold a constitutional referendum concurrently with the 2027 General Election. This idea, originating from one of the highest…
Harambee Stars players Jonah Ayunga, Masud Juma and Anthony Akumu had mixed fortunes at their respective clubs abroad. Harambee Stars forward Jonah Ayunga saw his team’s three-match winning run come to an end following a frustrating goalless draw at home to Kilmarnock on Saturday. Ayunga, who started the Scottish Premiership match, missed one key chance…
Kenyan darts sensation David Munyua realised his dream of attending a Premier League match at Stamford Bridge when Chelsea welcomed him for their clash with Aston Villa. After a stunning upset at the World Darts Championship, Kenyan player David Munyua has been rewarded with a trip to watch his beloved Chelsea FC play at Stamford…
Prime Cabinet Minister Musalia Mudavadi during a previous interview. [File, Standard] This week, as Kenya approaches the midpoint of President William Ruto’s first term, a heated debate has erupted over Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi’s proposal to hold a constitutional referendum concurrently with the 2027 General Election. This idea, originating from one of the highest…
Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning John Mbadi.[FILE,Standard] The planned partial sale of the state’s stake in Safaricom has kicked up a storm on the government’s ambitious but controversial plan to sell what many Kenyans consider as strategic national assets. Critics have sounded the alarm, arguing that transferring the 15 per cent…
Nigeria’s forward Victor Osimhen (R) celebrates his goal with Bright Osayi-Samuel during the Africa Cup of Nations Group C match vs Tunisia at Fez Stadium in Morocco on December 27, 2025. [Abdel Majid BZIOUAT / AFP] Victor Osimhen produced a commanding display as Nigeria became the second team to qualify…
President William Ruto.[PCS] The 2025 Kenya has been a choir without an able conductor to generate harmony. The nation has been treated to a cacophony of discordant sounds that no political actor could turn into melodious political music. Not President William Ruto, former Opposition leader Raila Odinga, nor the persons in the Opposition space could…
Uganda’s midfielder Allan Okello misses a penalty during the Africa Cup of Nations Group C match vsTanzania at Al Medina Stadium in Rabat on December 27, 2025. [SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP] Uganda were left to rue a painful missed opportunity after Allan Okello failed to convert a late penalty as the Cranes were held to…
Sadio Mane of Senegal in action during the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON 2025) Group D match vs DR Congo at Tangier Grand Stadium in Tangier, Morocco, on December 27, 2025. [Chris Milosi /AFP] Sadio Mane’s equaliser earned 2022 champions Senegal a 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo in their heavyweight Africa…
Uganda missed a penalty but managed to secure a 1-1 draw with Tanzania in their crucial AFCON 2025 group stage match. Uganda and Tanzania played out a draw in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations group stage East African derby at the Al Medina Stadium in Rabat, Morocco. Before clashing at AFCON 2025, the East…
At his memorial mass, Cyrus Jirongo’s friends and colleagues disputed claims that his wealth was ill-gotten gains, insisting he was a successful businessman before entering politics. Fred Amayo and Philip Kisia said that politics destroyed Jirongo’s fortunes instead of building them, noting his previous real estate ventures such as Hazina and Kemri Estates Former Law…
Seven members of the same family have died in a tragic road accident while they were traveling together in a Toyota Fielder car Preliminary investigations indicate that the vehicle entered the lane of oncoming traffic and collided head-on with a truck Four passengers in the car died instantly at the scene of the accident, while…