Festus Amimo was a servant leader, loved by his colleagues and the community for his humility and responsibility He used his platform to help the needy, especially bright students, and bring people together during difficult political times Amimo was a devoted family man, married with children; he has left behind a sad family and community…
Senator Oburu Oginga urged President William Ruto to address the security problems facing fishermen in Lake Victoria Oburu blamed neighboring countries for illegally catching and harassing Kenyan fishermen in the country Ruto promised major infrastructure and economic development projects for Migori county, including the construction of a fishing jetty Migori: The leader of the ODM…
A man in jail. [Courtesy/GettyImages] An undercover operation by the Trans National Organised Crime Unit (TOCU) of the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) will see three ‘wash wash’ suspects cool their heels in prison after being found guilty of producing counterfeit currency. The two Kenyans, Dorcas Ntoya Angila and Arum Bob Busimbi, and a Ugandan,…
Anita Omwenga (right) of the Kenya News Agency (KNA) receives an award from Dr Gladwell Gathecha, Head of the Division of Cancer and NCDs in the Ministry of Health, after being crowned the winner in the Food Systems (Agriculture, Policy and Safety) Category. Omwenga’s story, ‘Agroecology in Muranga…
DR Congo have hit back at Nigeria following their petition at FIFA over claims of ineligibility of some Congolese players during their World Cup playoff. The Democratic Republic of Congo has fired back at the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) following reports of a formal complaint to FIFA regarding the eligibility of nine players who featured…
US President Donald Trump speaks at a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC on December 16, 2025. [AFP] President Donald Trump on Tuesday, December 16, signed a proclamation imposing full travel restrictions and entry limitations on four more African countries. The new additions, Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and…
World Athletics president Sebastian Coe has weighed in on the controversy surrounding the Athlete of the Year Awards voting system which has drawn worldwide condemnation. World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has confirmed that the voting system for the World Athlete of the Year awards is “under review” following recent controversial outcomes. World Athletics is facing…
The wife of Mayienga FM presenter, Festus Amimo, Rose Achieng Ang’udi, previously recalled her last memories with her husband At the memorial service, Rose recalled how her husband was expected to enroll for a master’s degree before his death She also remembered how her husband always explained himself to her, even when he continued his…
Kisii University has unveiled a modern daycare and lactation centre aimed at creating a more inclusive, supportive and family-friendly working environment for its staff. The facility is expected to enhance employee productivity, promote staff well-being and improve retention by supporting working parents. The facility, located within the university’s main campus on the outskirts of Kisii…
Mayienga FM radio presenter, Festus Amimo, was found dead of great sadness in a hotel located in the center of the city of Nairobi (CBD). Many came out to mourn him online, a sign that he was a very loved person by the community The young journalist had already built a large mansion in the…
A family in the Ngorngoroi area of Marakwet West Sub-County is mourning the loss of a loved one following a deadly storm that struck the region. The storm caused widespread destruction, leaving several families homeless after damaging homes and property across the area. The storm, which was accompanied by heavy rainfall, thunder and lightning, hit…
Kepha Angaya, a man who recently married his beautiful wife, should have been on his honeymoon enjoying life, but sadly he is now preparing to bury his wife’s parents Elders and choir members from Nyamira had traveled to Kakamega to attend the wedding, which was very beautiful. The groom asked his guests to stay the…
American Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has ended a long drought for women track and field stars after being named on the Forbes list of highest paid female athletes. Over the years, questions have been raised over the lack of track and field stars on the list of the highest paid athletes but American Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone looks to…
Kenya’s Joe Kamau (right) and Bashir Bashir Dantata of Nigeria during Lagos Incoming tour for Simon Kuseyo memorial cup at Nairobi Polo club. Nov 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] 2025 was a year national polo teams dominated and only lost in one assignment in Africa and around the globe. It was a year riders enjoyed…
Equity Bank and KPA players in action during last year’s Eldoret International Volleyball Tournament. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] Defending champions Equity Bank and KCB are set to defend their titles at the second edition of the Eldoret International Volleyball Tournament. Founder and event coordinator Paul Bitok said the champions of the men’s and women’s categories had…