ODM leader Oburu Oginga moved to defuse the growing tension in the party, assuring members that no expulsion will happen despite the sharp division. In the first ODM general meeting since the death of Raila Odinga, Oburu insists that unity will lead the transition of the party while the factions are openly clashing over its…
A journalist who was covering the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco has died on Wednesday The journalist, identified as Mohamed Soumare from Mali, was scheduled to cover the semi-finals and finals of the competition. Tributes have poured in for the late writer, who has been described as a great historian of the…
Morocco players celebrate after winning the Africa Cup of Nations semi-final vs Nigeria at the Prince Moulay Abdellah stadium in Rabat, January 14, 2026. [FRANCK FIFE / AFP] Goalkeeper Yassine Bounou was the hero with two saves in the shoot-out as hosts Morocco beat Nigeria 4-2 on penalties to set…
On Thursday, January 15, dailies covered the political heat as leaders across the country reshuffled alliances, made strategic moves, and quietly maneuvered ahead of the 2027 General Election. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers Thursday, January 15. Photos/screenshots: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC 1. Daily Nation According to the newspaper, two…
Morocco will play Senegal in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final after beating Nigeria on Wednesday night and here is all you need to know about the big game. The stage is set for the climax of Africa’s premier international tournament, the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Following a dramatic semi-final round, the two…
Businesswoman Agnes Kagure criticized the leadership of Governor Johnson Sakaja in a scathing Facebook post Kagure and his longtime political strategist discussed plans for the upcoming 2027 governorship race Increasing public dissatisfaction with Sakaja’s administration as the infrastructure has recently been damaged in Nairobi Nairobi – Businesswoman and politician Agnes Kagure has again attacked the…
A 23-year-old woman in Bungoma town has embarked on a 74-hour tree-hugging challenge to raise awareness about corruption in public offices. The protest is taking place along the railway line opposite Posta Grounds in Bungoma, where Flora Onyango, a resident of Mbakalo Ward in Tongaren Constituency, has vowed to remain clinging to a tree for…
KCB’s Esther Mutinda (21) and Belinda Barasa playing against Gladys Ekuru (14) and Daisy Leting of Kenya Pipeline during the 1st Edition of the Kenya Cup tournament at Moi International Sports Center Kasarani, Indoor Arena. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) will clash with Trailblazers in the opening Group B match of the second…
The National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting was chaired by UDA party leader and President William Ruto. The United Democratic Alliance’s (UDA) National Executive Committee has tasked its party leader, President Ruto to initiate talks with ODM to negotiate a coalition agreement ahead of 2027 polls. In a communication seen by The Standard, the committee noted…
Mohamed Salah saw his AFCON final hopes dashed as Sadio Mané’s Senegal secured a crucial victory over Egypt. Senegal secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Egypt to sneak into the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in a match played at the Tangier Grand Stadium in Tangier, Morocco. Historically, the two sides are…
Roots Party leader George Wajackoyah has expressed concern over the declining momentum of Kenya’s Gen Z, calling on young people to channel their energy into voter registration. Speaking in an interview with K24 TV on Tuesday, January 13, 2025, Wajackoyah, who unsuccessfully contested the 2022 general elections, noted that the Gen Zs had once shown…
Governor Kimani Wamatangi expressed his feelings bitterly following the midnight demolition of his multi-million dollar business in Nairobi The governor recounted the challenges he went through before starting the business that employed many Kenyans Wamatangi sent a strong message to politicians who allegedly targeted him and his property despite a court order Kiambu Governor Kimani…
A police officer manning Vihiga County Assembly was attacked by unknown assailants in the wee hours of Wednesday morning and robbed of his gun. In an interview with KNA in his office, Vihiga County Commissioner Peter Maina confirmed that one police officer was indeed attacked in the wee…
Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has linked the midnight demolition of Governor Kimani Wamatangi’s property in Nairobi to political rivalry in Kiambu County The demolition left Wamatangi estimating huge losses after his business premises were destroyed under police protection, a situation that sparked clashes and anger among residents Gachagua claimed that the operation was approved…
Kenya’s Dismas Indiza in action during round one of the ninth leg of the Sunshine Development Tour East Africa Swing at Thika Greens Golf Resort on January 14, 2025. [Sunshine Tour, Standard] Kakamega Sports Club professional Dismas Indiza took early control of the Absa Invitational, the ninth leg of the Sunshine Development Tour…