Amaan Ganatra in past autocross action. [File, Standard] Kenya’s grassroots motorsport is back on track thanks to the 2025 Shell Autocross and Autocross Plus Championship, now run by the 254 Motorsports Club. After years of declining entries and fading fan interest, the championship has returned stronger, louder, and more exciting than…
The former KCB defender explained the factors that helped Victor Wanyama successfully transition from Kenyan football to the English Premier League. Former Tusker FC captain Eugene Asike has explained why Victor Wanyama was uniquely able to break into the English Premier League, a feat that is far from easy for most Kenyan players. Victor Wanyama…
David Kipkoech, Kevin Chesang and Daniel Ebenyo during the National Cross Country Championships at Eldoret Sports Club, Uasin Gishu County, on October 25, 2025. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] The Kenyan cast named on Saturday the World Cross Country Championships set for January 10, 2026, in Tallahassee, Florida (USA) has a gigantic task of replaying the…
Mukoko tormented Gor Mahia at Kasarani in 2019, and years later, he would stun Orlando Pirates with his flair and mischief. Six years ago, Dieumerci Mukoko quietly strolled into the Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, wearing the red of DC Motema Pembe. It was October 27, 2019 — a sunny Nairobi Sunday, the kind that…
The winner Bernard Chepkwony finishes the 42km Elite Athletes category during the 22nd edition of The Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, on October 26, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard Iten-based Benard Chepkwony braved a chilly morning to clock 2:11:01 and win the 22nd edition of Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon on Sunday. Alex Chepkwik…
Benni McCarthy has suggested that modern forwards might have the skills, but they are missing the fire that once turned strikers into fearless predators. Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has explained why he believes today’s strikers lack the same quality and competitive edge seen during his own playing era. Benni McCarthy is widely celebrated as…
Mathare United’s Cetric Asango dribling ball past Andres Odhiambo of Kariobangi Sharks during Sportpesa Premier League at Moi International Sports Center. Oct 5, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Nairobi United are standing on the edge of history as they visit Tunisia’s Etoile Sportive du Sahel for the return leg of the CAF Confederation Cup…
Asley Muteti undergoing treatment at the Aga Khan hospital. [Courtesy, Ashley Muteti] Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp
Tanzania Premier League giants Young Africans have unveiled a new coach, with Harambee Stars midfielder Duke Abuya set for exciting times. Harambee Stars midfielder Duke Abuya has a new coach at Young Africans Sports Club (Yanga SC) — Portuguese tactician Pedro Gonçalves, who has officially taken over the reins from Romain Folz. The appointment marks…
A dispute broke out during the funeral after the body was lowered into an unusually shallow and narrow grave. The pallbearers were seen confronting each other after an unusual time at the grave to anger them Social media users took to the comment section of the post to share different views on the situation A…
Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has criticized William Ruto’s assistant, Farouk Kibet, regarding the leadership of ODM Amisi seems to question why Kibet would show interest in ODM politics immediately after the death of former prime minister Raila Odinga The satirical politician further warned the current ODM leadership, reminding them of the heavy responsibility…
Harambee Starlets players celebrate Mwanalima Adam’s goal against Gambia during their 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers first leg match at Nyayo Stadium on October 24, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Get Full Access for Ksh99/Week Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlimited access to all premium…
Jeff Mwathi’s death has taken a new turn after new CCTV footage was presented in court, showing the moments before and after he fell from DJ Fatxo’s house The pictures show the exact moment Mwathi fell from the 10th floor of DJ Fatxo’s house in February 2023 It turned out that the fall was caught…
Some 1,024 kilogrammes of methamphetamine, a synthetic drug, was seized 630 kilometres East of Mombasa. [Jotham Mghendi, Standard] A drug haul worth Sh8.2 billion has been seized in the Indian Ocean and six Iranians arrested by security agencies. The 1,024 kilogrammes of methamphetamine, a synthetic drug, was seized 630 kilometres East of Mombasa. Uncover the…
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale warned President William Ruto against disrespecting him before the 2027 elections The defense senator explained why Prime Minister Musalia Mudavadi cannot vote for Ruto from the West Khalwale warned the Kenya Kwanza Alliance administration against using development projects to attract Malava residents to vote for the UDA candidate in the next…