Washington Wandera of KDF ( right) in action against John Kanyike of Kisumu during the third leg of the National Boxing League at Madison Square Garden, Nakuru on November 26, 2023. [File, Standard] Defending champions Kenya Defence Forces and Kenya Police remain favourites for the title, as their boxers won their opening final…
Patrick Sang shares the simple yet powerful principles that have shaped Eliud Kipchoge’s record-breaking marathon career. Patrick Sang has opened up about the training philosophy that has powered Eliud Kipchoge’s dominance for more than two decades. Eliud Kipchoge has achieved extraordinary milestones, including back-to-back Olympic marathon titles at the 2016 Rio Games and the delayed…
Nairobi United striker Michael Karamor (left) celebrates his goal against Kariobangi Sharks during their SportPesa Premier League match at Dandora Stadium, Nairobi, on November 8, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] AFC Leopards’ unbeaten run came to an end on Saturday after being stunned by Mara Sugar, who registered their first win over Ingwe after…
The late Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Late on January 16, 2011, in Abidjan’s Presidential Palace, Prime Minister Raila Odinga and three of us aides sat across a long table from Ivorian President Laurent Gbagbo and his top generals, led by the powerful Army Chief of the General Staff, Gen. Philippe Mangou. The meeting was…
Vincent Harper helped Walsall maintain their lead at the top of the League 2 table with a win at Newport, while Jonah Ayunga endured a miserable afternoon in Scotland. Harambee Stars left back Vincent Harper shone on his first game at club level since being dropped by Benni McCarthy at wingback as Walsall beat Newport…
Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo were brought into Kenya by the Kenyan ambassador to Uganda, and the security team. Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has confirmed the arrest of two Kenyan activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, who were detained in Uganda for 38 days. During a radio talk show on Saturday evening, President Museveni acknowledged…
Gor Mahia defender Bryton Onyona is still in disbelief after getting his first call-up to the national team ahead of matches against Equatorial Guinea and Senegal this month. Gor Mahia youngster Bryton Onyona has spoken of his surprise at being included in the Harambee Stars squad by coach Benni McCarthy. Onyona was among three players…
Menengai Oilers successfuly retained the Impala Floodies title following their win over Nondies in the final. Menengai Oilers have successfully defended their Impala Floodlit title, overcoming a determined Nondescripts side 32-20 in a hard-fought 2025 final at the Impala Club. The Oilers entered the match focused on retaining the crown they claimed last season. Meanwhile,…
Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed claims that he is withdrawing from the 2027 presidential race, insisting that he is still leading He accused the government of using the media to mislead his supporters, reiterating his ability to mobilize resources and grassroots support to oust President William Ruto. Gachagua said he would seek support from his opposition…
Gor Mahia and Kenya Police face off in what has been described as ‘Sirkal Derby’ on Sunday and here is all you need to know about the highly-billed clash. There is no love lost between Kenya Police and Gor Mahia after the rivalry between the two heightened last season when the law enforcers dislodged K’Ogalo…
Dennis Onyango, Raila Odinga’s long-time communications aide, says ODM does not have a suitable presidential candidate for 2027 He says that the party should consider uniting with President Ruto or Rigathi Gachagua, as the local elections have no national appeal after the departure of Raila Onyango appealed to ODM leaders like John Mbadi to be…
Ulinzi Stars will be battling Shabana in Lang’ata on Sunday afternoon with both sides itching to end their woeful run of form. Struggling Shabana will be taking on Ulinzi Stars at the Ulinzi Sports Complex on Sunday afternoon hoping to end their four game unbeaten run, which has seen them plummet from top of the…
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema was rushed to safety after a stone-throwing incident disrupted his speech in the north-west of the country The chaos occurred when he met with the locals to assess the damage caused by the market fire and to discuss mining complaints in the area. Although he avoided mentioning the attack directly, Hichilema…
Kenyan activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo have revealed shocking details about their 38-day imprisonment by the Ugandan army They were released on November 7 and flown to Nairobi the following morning, where they credited media pressure, public solidarity, and diplomatic efforts for their survival. Human rights groups congratulated former president Uhuru Kenyatta and both…
Gor Mahia official issues bold warning to unbeaten AFC Leopards ahead of the high-stakes Mashemeji Derby showdown. One of the most anticipated fixtures in Kenyan football is fast approaching as the 99th edition of the Mashemeji Derby draws near. Both AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia in superb form hence a stage is set for another…