Fred Ambani lauded standout performances and resilience that could prove decisive in AFC Leopards’ title push. AFC Leopards coach Fred Ambani has spoken out after Saturday’s goalless draw against Kenya Police in the KPL match at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani. The match was defined by the outstanding performances of both goalkeepers, Humphrey Katasi and…
A former Bafana Bafana star has revealed how a powerful Benni McCarthy moment behind the scenes at AFCON exposed problems that still haunt SAFA today. Former Bafana Bafana star Lebohang Mokoena has recounted a powerful moment from the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) preparations, shining a light on the generosity of Harambee Stars coach…
Badminton players from across Kenya competed in a Nairobi ranking tournament to secure places in the January 2026 national trials that will determine the All Africa Games team. A total of 102 badminton athletes took part in a two-day National Badminton Ranking Tournament held in Nairobi, an event aimed at identifying Kenya’s top players ahead…
Cyrus Jirongo among Western region politicians in a past function.[FILE,Standard] Cyrus Shakhalaga Khwa Jirongo lived and enjoyed life to the fullest. A brilliant and talented man as can be attested by those who interacted with him, Jirongo spent money faster than he made it, was generous to a fault and loved his whiskey, in the…
Embakasi East Member of Parliament Babu Owino broke his silence amid rumors that he was sick and hospitalized in Nairobi Social media went viral on Saturday, December 13, as reports about his health left Kenyans desperate for updates. The Nairobi governor-elect’s initial silence did little to quell speculation about his condition, as his lack of…
The body of former Lugari Member of Parliament Cyrus Jirongo was transferred to the Lee Funeral Home in Nairobi, where family, friends, and leaders gathered to mourn Jirongo died instantly in a road accident along the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway after his Mercedes-Benz collided head-on with a Climax Coaches bus The bus driver, Tirus Kamau, said that…
Former Lugari Member of Parliament Cyrus Jirongo died in a fatal road accident on the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway in the early hours of Saturday, December 13 President William Ruto mourned him as a fearless leader, a strong businessman, and a kind friend whose influence shaped Kenya’s political and economic journey Jirongo, famous for his courage and…
Great Britain’s Harry Hunt took advantage of Kenyan Baldev Chager’s mishap to claim the 2025 East African Safari Classic Rally title. After days of relentless competition across some of Kenya’s most demanding terrain, Great Britain’s Harry Hunt emerged victorious on the final day of the event, delivering a measured, intelligent, and ultimately decisive drive to…
Seven Kenya Navy officers who were arrested with 24 kilogrammes of suspected Methamphetamine valued at Sh 192 million at the Mombasa Law Court in Mombasa County on Thursday 11th December 2025. [Kelvin Karani, Standard] The recent discovery of some 24 kilos of methamphetamine (crystal meth) allegedly in the hands of seven navy officers valued at Sh192 million…
Australian wonderkid Gout Gout, touted as the next Usain Bolt has sidestepped the Jamaican legend and American Noah Lyles when picking his favourite athlete. Australian sprinting sensation Gout Gout has bypassed athletics legends like Usain Bolt and Noah Lyles, instead naming football superstar Lionel Messi as his favourite athlete. The 17-year-old has emerged as one…
Athletics coach Ruth Bundotich displays a medal won by one of her athletes. Most of the athletes leave some of their medals in her house.[Stephen Rutto, Standard] In Kamwosor, where athletics coach Ruth Jepchumba Bundotich has turned girls and boys into world beaters, the soft-spoken tactician is best known as a bighearted teacher. Bundotich’s modest…
Faustina Mbithe, who died at Mama Lucy Kibaki hospital on Thursday while waiting to gove birth.[Courtesy] On December 11, Festus Wambua was looking forward to celebrating the birth of his second boy at Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital in Nairobi. However, that never came to be after the hospital delayed to help his wife, Faustina Mbithe, deliver her child, leading to the…
The County Government of Vihiga has received a donation of non-pneumatic anti-shock garments from Momentum Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) organisation, a major boost in efforts to reduce maternal deaths caused by excessive bleeding during and after childbirth. The life-saving garments are designed to stabilise expectant mothers experiencing…
The government has put on notice corrupt and unlicensed land surveyors operating in Lugari Sub County following increased complaints from land buyers and sellers. Lugari Deputy County Commissioner Jeremiah Tumo who spoke during Jamhuri Day celebrations at Mlimani Comprehensive school in Mautuma location, linked the many land conflicts…
Western leaders led by former Vihiga Senator George Khaniri, former Nairobi Town Clerk Philip Kisia and others briefing the media at Lee Funeral home after death of former MP Cyrus Jirongo on December 13, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Leaders across the political divide have paid tribute to former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, describing him as…