Ministry opens window to review Grade 9 placements after public outcry

Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok. [File, Standard] The government will reopen Grade 9 senior school placements for seven days starting Tuesday after widespread complaints from parents over mismatches between learner choices and available slots. Basic Education Principal Secretary Julius Bitok said learners can adjust their school preferences through Grade 9 institutions or county education…

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Former Guard of Rigathi Gachagua Claims He Does Not Like To Be Consulted, He Makes His Own Decisions

Levis Wandera shared the challenges faced by bodyguards when protecting politicians such as former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua Wandera described the threats he received from a suspected GSU officer during his tenure as a security guard He emphasized the importance of proper training and clear communication for better protection of close rangers A former bodyguard…

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Nyatike to witness major development following president Ruto’s visit – Kenya News Agency

President William Ruto is the first sitting Kenyan President to visit Nyatike Constituency in Migori since Kenya attained its independence in 1963. In under one year, the President has visited the Constituency for a record three times. Nyatike Constituency has a population of approximately 200,000 people and is ranked as one of Kenya’s most remote but…

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Nyatike to witness major development following Ruto’s presidential visit – Kenya News Agency

President William Ruto is the first sitting Kenyan President to visit Nyatike Constituency in Migori since Kenya attained its independence in 1963. In under one year, the President has visited the Constituency for a record three times. Nyatike Constituency has a population of approximately 200,000 people and is ranked as one of Kenya’s most remote but…

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How Kenya’s athletics superstars dominated global events in 2025

The winner Bernard Cheruiyot cross the 42km line ahead of Elite Athletes category in the 22nd edition of The Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon at Uhuru Gardens. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Fingers were crossed, jaws dropped, excitement built up, adrenaline ran high, and dreams came alive as athletics superstars sought to affirm their dominance at spectacular contests on the global…

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Varsities ramp up sports, strengthen talent development programmes – Kenya News Agency

Universities across the country are increasingly asserting their strength in sports and talent development. This was evident during the 10th edition of the Kenya University Sports Federation (KUSF) National Games, which concluded on Friday at the University of Eldoret. The highly competitive championship brought together 21 universities, underlining the growing investment by institutions in nurturing…

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Daring Munyua out to write another history in UK

Kenya’s David Munyua during the 2025/26 Paddy Power World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace in London, England, on December 18, 2025. [AFP] Kenya’s top-seeded darter, David Munyua, has warned his opponents to get ready for more shockers at the ongoing World Championships in the United Kingdom. He said he’s not intimidated by top names in the global…

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When hope returned and reality hit Harambee Stars in 2025

Harambee Stars’ Ryan Ogam celebrate his goal against Madagascar in the TotalEnergies CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) quarter final match at The Moi International Sports Center. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The year 2025 will be remembered as one of the most emotional years in the history of Harambee Stars. It was a year that showed both the…

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Kenya finishes seventh at Africa Youth Games

Kenya and Tunisia basketball players in action during the 2025 Africa Youth Games in Luanda, Angola, on December 19, 2025. [NOC-K Media]  Kenya finished seventh as the curtains came down on the fourth edition of the 2025 Africa Youth Games in Luanda, Angola, on Friday evening. Kenya garnered a total of 35 medals…

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