The President’s son, George Ruto, celebrated his elder sister Charlene Ruto’s 33rd birthday by sharing an emotional old photo The matatu investor shared a loving memory photo with Charlene, showing their closeness over the years Charlene celebrated the day with friends, uploading a video of them singing and enjoying her special party President William Ruto’s…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has suffered a major political blow in his efforts to gather the support of Mt Kenya towards the 2027 General Election Nyeri Governor, Mutahi Kahiga, confirmed his loyalty to the UDA party amid whispers about his relationship with the Gachagua party, Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP). Kahiga spoke on…
Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka during the Kapkugo festival at Kapsokwony Boys High School. [Jackline Inyanji, Standard] Newly appointed Western Region coordinator for President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election campaign, Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka, has pledged to unite leaders across the region to drive grassroots mobilisation and secure Ruto’s re-election. Speaking in Webuye East while delivering the…
Ugandan striker Samuel Ssenyonjo scored a hat-trick as AFC Leopards thrashed Tusker FC to move top of the table, three points ahead of bitter rivals Gor Mahia. AFC Leopards made another emphatic statement in the FKF Premier League title race when Samuel Ssenyonjo scored a hat-trick as they thrashed Tusker FC 4-0 to open up…
DR Congo fan Michel Nkuka, who went viral for his motionless tribute to Patrice Lumumba at AFCON 2025, has been honoured with a big-money gift back home. DR Congo viral fan ‘Patrice Lumumba’ real name Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, may have painfully watched his team exit the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations but his country has…
From Left, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, President William Ruto and Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga during a church service at St Paul’s Church, Kariki Chinga in Othaya, Nyeri on January 11, 2026. [Amos Kiarie, Standard] Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga has declared his full support for President William Ruto, saying his decision to work with the Kenya…
Frankline Kibet stormed to gold in a superb time of 23:18 at the World Cross Country Championships, Tallahassee 2026, in Florida, USA. [Courtesy] Kenya has once again stamped its authority on the global athletics stage after delivering a dominant performance at the World Cross Country Championships, Tallahassee 2026, in Florida, USA. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim…
Commission on Administrative Justice Chairperson Charles Dulo and Vice Chairperson Dorothy Jemator Kimengech, during a media briefing on February 13, 2025. [File, Standard] The Ombudsman, an independent constitutional body that investigates complaints of abuse of power and unfair treatment in the public sector, has ordered the Ministry of Education to release full capitation…
Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo celebrates winning in the men’s 5000m final athletics event at the Alexander Stadium, on day nine of the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, central England, on August 6, 2022. [File, Standard] Uganda’s Jacob Kiplimo, the reigning Chicago Marathon champion, won his third consecutive men’s crown on Saturday at the World Cross…
South African track legend Caster Semenya has celebrated her wife as the couple marked a major milestone in their marriage. Former Olympics and world 800m champion Caster Semenya may have endured tough times in her athletics career in recent years but she has plenty to be thankful for in other spheres of her life. Semenya,…
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) party elections were conducted smoothly across Vihiga county Saturday, with no major incidents being reported. Party officials and members turned out in large numbers to participate in the exercise, which was largely peaceful, transparent and well-coordinated. A spot…
Frankline Kibet secured Kenya’s first individual medal in the men’s junior race at the as Ethiopia’s Marta Alemayo defended her title at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships. The women’s under-20 6km and men’s under-20 8km races at the World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida were won by Marta Alemayo and Frankline Kibet,…
Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso has given a big indication that his stay at the club could be coming to an end with Pitso Mosimane linked to the role. Amid speculation linking legendary coach Pitso Mosimane with a return to Mamelodi Sundowns, current coach Miguel Cardoso looks to have hinted at leaving the club. Cardoso’s…
Luca Zidane was at the centre of ugly scenes as Algerian players attacked the referee following their AFCON 2025 quarter-final defeat to Nigeria on Saturday. Tensions flared following Nigeria’s 2-0 quarter-final victory over Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, culminating in a chaotic on-pitch confrontation involving Algerian goalkeeper Luca Zidane. The Super Eagles…
KCB players lock horns with Nakuru RFC during their Kenya Cup clash at Nakuru Athletics Club in Nakuru City, where KCB dominated the encounter to secure a 43–19 victory. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Eric Cantona scored four tries and Patrick Lumumba added a hat-trick to inspire defending champions Kabras Sugar to a 74-10 win over Kisumu…