President William Ruto has announced a plan to recruit 24,000 new teachers who are expected to report to classes later in January President Ruto said the government has allocated KSh 44 billion for primary, primary and secondary schools before the new semester, while the remaining balance will be paid in the next two semesters. However,…
The Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetang’ula has officially announced that the position is vacant following the death of the elected Member of Parliament Denar Joseph Hamisi The declaration triggers a constitutional process, although filling a nominated seat follows a different path than a regular by-election Hamisi, who served under the Amani National Congress…
ODM leader, Oburu Oginga, and General Secretary Edwin Sifuna met privately to discuss the unity and growth of the party amid the internal crisis The ODM Board of Trustees, appointed by the late Raila Odinga, intervened to prevent attempts to remove Sifuna, explaining that the move could divide the party Party insiders say removing Sifuna…
President William Ruto’s son, George Ruto, was seen enjoying biryani in a local restaurant, which caused a lot of excitement. He looked relaxed as he chatted with his followers and later commented on the food, admitting that it was delicious The president’s youngest son has been active on social media since his 27th birthday, gaining…
AFC Leopards SC players celebrate Kelly Madada’s goal against Nairobi United FC during their Kenyan Premier League match at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on January 7, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] AFC Leopards moved top of the SportPesa Premier League table on Wednesday after seeing off Nairobi United 2-0 in a rescheduled midweek…
Rescuers after recovering the second body from the collapsed building in South C, Nairobi, on January 7, 2026. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The second body has been recovered from the rubble of the collapsed building in South C, Nairobi, six days after the search and rescue operation began. The first body was recovered on…
Harambee Stars defender Abud Omar has shared the impact of Gen Z protests in Kenya, disclosing that he missed out on a lucrative deal because of the tensions. As Kenyan youth went to the streets to protest against a number of issues in President William Ruto’s government in mid-2024, the impact was felt heavily by…
Bishop Muthee Kiengei had a year 2025 full of ups and downs that earned him praise and criticism in equal measure Many asked him to focus on preaching and helping the underprivileged, while others wanted him to resign after being involved in the controversy with Dama wa Spares However, he has shared photos of people…
Gideon Kirui married his German fiancée, Tabea Jasmin Schumann, after two years of dating and overcoming family opposition Kirui told TUKO.co.ke that he met Tabea in 2024 when he was studying for a Master’s degree at Tel Aviv University in Israel Both families initially expressed concern due to cultural and racial differences, but later accepted…
The agent of Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Teboho Mokoena has opened up about the transfer speculation linking the player to a move to North Africa. Teboho Mokoena’s agent has commented on the transfer speculation linking his client to a move to Egyptian giants Al Ahly. Mokoena is rumoured to be courting interest from the Cairo Red…
President William Ruto has honored the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on his 81st birthday He praised Raila as a national hero who gave himself courage, sacrifice, and love for Kenya Ruto recalled his role in promoting reconciliation and cooperation, including the labor agreement He encouraged Kenyans to continue to respect the foundations he…
Senators Oburu Oginga and Edwin Sifuna. [ODM, X] Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party leader Oburu Oginga met Secretary General Edwin Sifuna on Wednesday as a petition seeking to expel the Nairobi senator from the party collapsed. Viral photos released by ODM showed Oburu and Sifuna sitting across from each other at a table in what…
With AFCON 2025 matches gathering pace, TECNO has brought ELLA AI Coach to Kenyan fans, making football smarter and everyday life easier. As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations continues in Morocco, one of the leading mobile phone brands in the world is also giving fans a different kind of experience at the tournament. TECNO,…
A total of six people died when a bus going to Busia from Nairobi was involved in a horrific accident with a truck in the morning Survivors in the bus shared the last moments and how the driver was involved in the accident before the collision, as well as how some of them desperately tried…
Former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga. [PCS] Today, January 7, would have marked former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga’s 81st birthday, a milestone that has stirred deep emotion across Kenya just three months after his death. Instead of celebration, the day has been marked by reflection and renewed debate about Odinga’s towering influence, his absence…