NYS scandal suspect Ben Gethi at the Milimani Law Courts during mention of the case, on June 13, 2016. [File, Standard] A fresh legal battle over a staggering Sh6.2 billion claim has exposed a shocking tale of hypocrisy at the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart…
The wreckage of the matatu that was involved in an accident at the Kariandusi area in Gilgil along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway, on January 19, 2026. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Seven people died on the spot in a road accident involving four vehicles on Monday at Kariandusi in Gilgil on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway. Gilgil Sub-County…
Security personnel in Elgeyo Marakwet county have arrested a 33-year-old man who was found transporting seven bags of bhang with a street value of Sh13 million. Elgeyo Marakwet County Commissioner David Koske said security personnel from Keiyo South received a tip-off from members of the public that they…
Harambee Stars had no movement in their position on the FIFA ranking following the update made on Monday. Harambee Stars’ non-involvement in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has seen them fail to gain on the FIFA ranking as they remained unchanged. Kenya missed a third successive AFCON tournament as Africa turned their attention to…
Peter Karumba Wangui an unusual 24-hour diving challenge to highlight the mental health challenges that many face in silence This man from Murang’a said his “Whistle to Break the Silence” challenge speaks of the courage needed to face the stigma of society Karumba is hoping to become the first Kenyan to attempt the Guinness World…
A father from Mumias left the teachers and students of Mukumu Boys High School in shock after he suddenly disappeared shortly after he arrived to admit his son It is alleged that the man walked about 45 kilometers with the boy, but disappeared after being told the required amount of rent Michael Munyendo, who scored…
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw is staring at sanctions that could see him handed a lengthy ban, potentially locking him out of the World Cup, over his role in the AFCON final walkout. Senegal and their coach Pape Thiaw are facing the prospect of heavy fines after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) opened a probe…
On Monday, January 19, several people were killed in a tragic accident on the Nairobi-Nakuru road involving a trailer and a PSV matatu Witnesses told how the trailer lost control due to speed, causing a head-on collision with a 14-seater rickshaw. Photos from the area showed how bad the accident was, as the matatu was…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta participates in a high-level meeting in Lomé, Togo, on Friday to coordinate peace efforts in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo. [Photo/4thPresidentKE] Former President Uhuru Kenyatta joined four other former African heads of state on Friday in Lomé, Togo, to streamline fragmented peace efforts for the eastern Democratic Republic of the…
Speaker Moses Wetang’ula shared a video clip confirming that he is alive amid rumors of his death circulating online He revealed where he is now after returning from India where he met with various leaders to strengthen the relationship between Kenya and India Some Kenyans expressed relief after his appearance, while others prayed for him…
Joyce Wanjiru of Kiambu Golf Club in action during the Round One of the SDT- EAS Grand Finale at par 72 Karen Golf and Country in Nairobi on Monday. [ABSA BANK KENYA] Sensati]onal Joyce Wanjiru of Kiambu Golf Club is the latest entrant into the pro ranks in the Kenyan golf market, making…
Court releases two susects linked to fake KCSE results scam on n Sh70,000 cash bail. Two suspects linked to a sophisticated fake KCSE results scam have been released on Sh70,000 cash bail pending further investigations. Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina freed David Opiyo Odhiambo and Albert Kerry Nyadianga on Monday, January 19, after finding that…
Kenya will play a mini-tournament involving two European nations, alongside Rwanda in March, under the auspices of the FIFA Series. Harambee Stars will play a mini-tournament involving two European minnows and East African rivals Rwanda as part of their build-up towards the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Kenya will be busy during the March 2026…
General Moses Ali has been re-elected as Member of Parliament for Adjumani West despite health challenges and criticism from activists After he was nominated as the candidate of the National Resistance Movement (NRM), his supporters said the reason for electing him, despite his poor health Ali won against three opposition candidates by a wide margin,…
Jamaican sprinters Oblique Seville and Tina Clayton were crowned Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year 2025 following their exploits at the World Championships. World 100m champion Oblique Seville and sprint sensation Tina Clayton were named the National Sportsman and Sportswoman of the Year for 2025 during the 65th National Awards ceremony in Jamaica at the…