Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made an emotional appeal to Mt Kenya voters, urging them to back him as the region’s political kingpin as he prepares for the 2027 presidential race. Speaking passionately on Saturday, Gachagua said he was ready to unite the Mt Kenya region with the Akamba community to deliver victory in…
Athletes compete in 8km women’s race during the National Cross Country Championship at Eldoret Sports Club, Uasin Gishu County, on October 25, 2025. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] The battle for a reviewed Athletics Kenya (AK) constitution began yesterday in two regions but the battle for fair rules in the game is just beginning, a section of enthusiasts…
Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is leading relief efforts in her country after the destruction left behind by Hurricane Melissa last month. Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce is spearheading a major relief initiative to support communities devastated by Hurricane Melissa, which struck the island late last month. The retired Olympic champion, known as the “Pocket…
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has confirmed that the Odinga family has officially opened its doors to friends and political allies of the late Raila Amolo Odinga who wish to visit and convey their condolences in Bondo, Siaya County. Speaking during the United Opposition media briefing at the SKM Command Centre in Nairobi on Monday,…
Kenya’s Sarah “Angel of War” Achieng fights Argentina’s Edith Soledad Matthysse during their WBF Women’s Super Lightweight title bout at Charter Hall, Nairobi, on June 10, 2023. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] At last, World Boxing Foundation (WBF) super lightweight title champion Sarah ‘Angel of War’ Achieng’ has successfully defended her global title. “Although I had a…
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu takes oath of office during her inauguration in Dodoma on November 3, 2025. [AFP] Several Kenyans living in Tanzania told The Standard that they have experienced increased monitoring, intimidation, and in some cases, detention without cause. A Kenyan researcher based in Arusha, who requested anonymity for fear of reprisal, recounted being…
The Kenya Police FC midfielder has reflected on his difficult beginnings and how perseverance transformed people’s doubt into applause. Kenya Police FC midfielder Marvin Nabwire has transformed his career, becoming a key figure for the Harambee Stars and a symbol of resilience in Kenyan football. However, that was not the case when he began his…
Detectives from the Homicide Unit have released ten more bodies of Shakahola massacre victims, followers of controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie, for burial in the Western and Nyanza regions. Families gathered at the morgue to identify and view their loved ones, whose bodies had been confirmed through DNA testing. A Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) vehicle…
2025 The Golf Park Open winner, James Mwangi, November 2, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] In a pulse-pounding finish that turned The Golf Park layout into a high-stakes drama this past Sunday, James Mwangi didn’t just win the fourth edition of The Golf Park Open, he seized it. Unlock the Full Story —…
The Harambee Stars coach has explained why Jose Mourinho returning to his old coaching style could be a major boost for the game. Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has once again hailed Jose Mourinho as the best manager he ever played under at FC Porto, adding that he is excited to see the Portuguese tactician…
The Nairobi City County Government (NCCG) has partnered with social enterprise Kidogo Early Years to launch a groundbreaking plan that will transform childcare across the capital. This initiative is a major step toward the formalization and improvement of ECD systems for thousands of young children and caregivers in Nairobi. At the heart of this initiative…
The sudden death of Raila Odinga deeply affected those who were close to him, while the governor of Siaya, James Orengo, reportedly fainted after hearing the news Orengo, whom Wafula Buke described as Raila’s “best friend”, was quickly given first aid in his state of grief. The intelligence officers informed President William Ruto, who reportedly…
West Ham United defender Konstantinos Mavropanos (left) vies for the ball with Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres during their English Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium on October 4, 2025. [AFP] Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed Viktor Gyokeres will miss Tuesday’s Champions League clash away to Slavia Prague after he became the latest…
Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet were surprisingly left out of the 2025 World Athletics Awards finalist list. The final countdown to the World Athletics Awards 2025 has begun with the announcement of the 12 finalists for the prestigious Athlete of the Year awards. However, the list has delivered a major surprise following the exclusion of…
The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection has revealed that it has received compensation claims amounting to Ksh2.2 billion from police officers who were injured while performing their duties, exposing deep-seated challenges in compensating Kenya’s law enforcers for work-related injuries. Appearing before the Senate Committee on Defence and Foreign Relations, officials from the Directorate of…