The government injected more than Ksh81.4 billion into Kenya’s affordable housing drive over the past three years, but uptake under the Boma Yangu programme remains far below expectations, with fewer than 300,000 Kenyans registering to buy units by June 2025. Data from the State Department for Housing and Urban Development shows that only 292,326 people…
Sha’Carri Richardson has hinted at a powerful resurgence ahead of the 2026 season, suggesting her early progress in training is already setting the tone for what could be a statement return. Sha’Carri Richardson has already sent a warning message to Julien Alfred, Shericka Jackson, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and others ahead of the 2026 season. The former…
Kenyan motorists now face swift prosecution as Chief Justice Martha Koome announced a sweeping multi-agency crackdown targeting the surge in deadly road accidents during the busy December holiday period. In a bold shift in traffic enforcement, the Judiciary is taking justice directly to the highways by deploying mobile courts along major roads, allowing authorities to…
Kenya Power has announced planned power outages across 11 counties on Tuesday, December 16, to allow for essential network maintenance. The utility company issued the notice on Monday, December 15, urging residents and businesses to prepare for the temporary disruptions. In Nairobi, multiple neighborhoods will experience electricity cuts throughout the day. Runda: Power will be off…
The lifting of FIFA restrictions has opened the door for FKF to regain access to millions in development funding, marking a major boost for Kenyan football’s future. The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has received a significant financial boost after FIFA, the global football governing body, lifted restrictions on its development funding. The decision allows the…
Kenyatta University’s Billy Clinton celebrate his score against Makerere University during the 10th edition of All Africa University games at The Kenyatta University grounds. [File, Standard] As Kenyan Universities Games starts this morning at Moi and University of Eldoret respectively, defending champions Kenyatta University must brace for tough work as they seek to retain the…
Top seed Peter Wachiuri during the Kenya Open Darts Championships in Nakuru. [Ben Ahenda, Standard] It was not easy, but he did it despite facing stiff opposition from experienced opponents. Geoffrey Kahuria retained the Royal Spring Darts Championships for the second year on the trot at an event that was in its second edition. He…
An iHlolanyama bird takes off at Ulinzi Sports Complex as Ulinzi Stars and KCB resume their SportPesa Premier League match, December 11, 2021. [File, Standard] The 2025–26 SportPesa Premier League is shaping up to be one of the most open seasons in many years. After more than a decade of familiar patterns, the table shows…
The mangled wreckage of the ill-fated Nissan Matatu that killed eight people. [Stanley Ongwae, Standard] Eight people died on Saturday night, while seven others are nursing critical injuries after a matatu and a trailer were involved in a head-on collision at Ekerenyo in Nyamira County. Nyamira County Police Commander Elizabeth Wakuloba said the matatu rammed…
Harambee Starlets are aiming to host South Africa’s Banyana Banyana in a friendly to fine-tune preparations for WAFCON 2026. Harambee Starlets coach Beldine Odemba believes playing against South Africa’s Banyana Banyana will be key in preparing her side for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. With the tournament set to kick off on July 5…
Football Kenya Federation has sanctioned two referees after a review found their performance in recent Premier League matches wanting. Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has demoted a referee and issued a warning to another after incidents of questionable officiating in the Premier League. Referees in the FKF Premier League continue to court controversy over some of…
The Confederation of African Football has unveiled the list of items that fans should not carry to the six stadiums that will host the Africa Cup of Nations. With the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations set to begin in Morocco on December 21, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has issued a comprehensive list of…
The move comes at the back of a promise by President William Ruto that the fund would be actualized in the near future.
10 members of the same family died tragically in an accident on the Sondu-Oyugis road on the night of December 14 Family members expressed their deep sorrow, recalling their loss and explaining how the accident happened The bereaved family asked the relevant authorities to put in place strict road safety measures to prevent such accidents…
Pastor Victor Kanyari has made clear his plans to take his children, Sky Victor and Danivictor, from their stepfather, Tash He claimed that following the death of Betty Bayo, his children’s behavior towards him has become more negative, and sometimes they have argued with him However, Kanyari confirmed that he is still committed to fulfilling…