Morocco’s forward Brahim Diaz celebrates scoring his team’s first goalduring the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 match vs Tanzania at Prince Moulay Abdallah Stadium in Rabat on January 4, 2026. [SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP] Real Madrid forward Brahim Diaz maintained his goal-a-game record at the Africa Cup of…
Cameroon’s forward Christian Kofane celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 match vs South Africa at Al Medina Stadium in Rabat on January 4, 2026. (Paul ELLIS / AFP) Goals either side of half-time by Junior Tchamadeu and Christian Kofane took Cameroon…
This screengrab taken from the X account of Rapid Response 47, shows Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro (centre) inside the US Drug Enforcement Administration headquarters in lower Manhattan, New York, on January 3, 2026. [AFP] That US President Donald Trump means his words, no matter how outlandish they may sound, is not in doubt….
Brahim D’az’s decisive strike helped Morocco edge past Tanzania, as the Atlas Lions maintained control despite persistent pressure from their opponents. Morocco shocked Tanzania in their Round of 16 clash at the Africa Cup of Nations 2025, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium on Sunday, January 4. Morocco, having historically dominated this fixture, has…
Jacob Kiplimo will spearhead a strong Ugandan team as he prepares to defend his world cross country crown in Tallahassee. Two-time defending champion Jacob Kiplimo is set to lead a formidable Ugandan team at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee on January 10, 2026. Jacob Kiplimo, who has a decorated history in the…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja arrives at the site of the collapsed building in South C on January 4, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has broken his silence after the public questioned his continued absence for nearly three days after a mixed-use multi-storey building collapsed in South C shopping centre, claiming two lives….
Kakamega Homeboyz secured a narrow win to halt AFC Leopards’ impressive unbeaten run in their opening match of 2026. Kakamega Homeboyz held on to their early advantage to secure a hard-fought 1-0 victory over AFC Leopards in the Football Kenya Federation Premier League match at the Nyayo National Stadium on Sunday, January 4. AFC Leopards…
Parents in Mombasa on Sunday thronged bookshops, uniform outlets, and open-air markets as they made last-minute preparations for the reopening of schools for the 2026 academic year. A spot check by the Kenya News Agency found hundreds of parents moving from one shop to another, clutching long lists of required items, in a frantic effort…
President William Ruto attending an interdenominational church service at Chesombur in West Pokot County, on January 4, 2025. [PCS] President William Ruto has vowed to disarm all criminals in the Rift Valley and across the country, saying sustainable development cannot be achieved without peace, unity and stability. The President spoke on Sunday while attending an…
Anthony Joshua has shared his first public tribute following a tragic car accident in Nigeria that claimed two of his team members. Anthony Joshua has made his first public statement following a tragic car crash in Nigeria that resulted in the deaths of two members of his team. The former two-time world heavyweight champion was…
Mohamed Bajaber expressed satisfaction after scoring for Simba SC as he works his way back to the Harambee Stars. Simba SC enjoyed a successful start to their Mapinduzi Cup campaign yesterday, securing a clinical 1-0 victory over Muembe Makumbi City FC at the New Amaan Complex. Harambee Stars attacking midfielder Mohamed Bajaber emerged as the…
Kenya’s cruise tourism sector is gaining momentum as the country steps up efforts to attract five million international visitors by 2027, with the Port of Mombasa recording a surge in cruise ship arrivals as the season picks up. Today, more than 600 tourists and 400 crew members arrived at the Port of Mombasa aboard the…
One body of the two victims of the collapsed building in south C has been retrieved. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Authorities have retrieved one body from the collapsed South C building in Nairobi as the search for a second victim continues. The body was recovered at about 2 pm on Sunday, January 4, as rescue teams…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has rejected Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s proposal to name United opposition’s flag bearer in April this year, saying it will be months before the General Election. 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…
Ferdinand Omanyala has shared his main focus for the 2026 season, reflecting on past challenges while preparing for what lies ahead. Africa’s fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala, has labelled the 2025 athletics season a period of profound reflection after a year of mixed results on the track. The Kenyan sprint sensation competed in numerous events, but…