Hilda Mugure follows her swing. [File, Standard] It was a brilliant day for Hilda Mugure, who braved the Indian Ocean waves to grab the top spot in the Lady Captain’s (Susan Mwangi) Prize Golf tournament over the weekend. Playing off handicap 18, Mugure who is also the outgoing Club Lady captain of the…
Patrick Odongo (left) of Kenya Shujaa outpaces Zimbabwe attackers during the 2025 Safari Sevens Tournament at Nyayo National Stadium on October 12, 2025. [File, Standard] Menengai Oilers John Okoth and Nakuru’s Chrissant Ojwang’ are back in the national sevens set-up after being named in the Shujaa squad for the opening Nairobi leg of…
Ferdinand Omanyala reacts during men’s 100m semi-final. [AFP] Chasing entry standards for the 2026 World Indoor Championships set for March 20-22 is gaining momentum. Kenyan casts have delivered mixed results ahead of the global showpiece that will be staged in Kuyavian-Pomerarian, Poland, In a number of times, in the world tours that kicked…
President William Ruto presides over police pass-out parade at Kiganjo Police Training College. [File, Standard] Calls for police officers to respect human rights have grown louder over the past few decades, augmented by the Constitution that bars law enforcement officers from abuse of power. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for…
Gary Lineker has taken a swipe at former Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim as Kobbie Mainoo’s form improves following his departure. England legend Gary Lineker has quipped that Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo ought to take legal action against former manager Ruben Amorim for nearly derailing his promising career. Mainoo has flourished since Amorim’s departure…
Pastor Joy Benson was seen in deep prayer during an emotional service on February 8 at the JCM Church in Nairobi People on the internet showed their support for Reverend Joy after rumors emerged that her marriage with Bishop Kiengei was facing another scandal The mother of two was ordained as a servant of God…
Karim Benzema’s lighthearted message to Cristiano Ronaldo has reportedly added tension to an already heated Saudi Pro League title race. Karim Benzema reportedly sent a lighthearted message to former Real Madrid teammate Cristiano Ronaldo, teasing him about winning another Saudi Pro League title after a high-profile move to Al Hilal that has allegedly left the…
Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka addresses Kenyans living in diaspora at Baltimore in Maryland on February 8, 2026. [Denish Ochieng, Standard] Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has said he shelved his presidential ambitions for 15 political years and is now seeking to be on the ballot in the 2027…
Minister John Mbadi called for ODM secretary general Edwin Sifuna to be removed from power amid a rift within the party Mbadi hinted at divisions within the party ahead of the 2027 elections if the opposition is abandoned While explaining how he uprooted Ababu Namwamba, Mbadi hinted at his desire to win the presidency National…
African countries have been urged to pursue coordinated action to effectively support and shape the International Maritime Organisation’s (IMO) Net-Zero Framework (NZF), as the world prepares for far-reaching changes in global shipping aimed at cutting greenhouse gas emissions. The Association of African Maritime Administrations (AAMA) is advocating for a unified African approach to the NZF,…
The Mamelodi Sundowns coach expressed frustration with Saint Eloi Lupopo’s tactics following their CAF Champions League draw. Mamelodi Sundowns head coach Miguel Cardoso has voiced his frustration with Saint Eloi Lupopo’s on-field strategy following their CAF Champions League draw in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The South African powerhouse was held to a 1-1 stalemate…
Member of Parliament Peter Salasya announced the launch of his leadership academy for budding politicians before the 2027 elections He announced the cost of the online courses, which will be available to various political candidates, including MCAs and governors Salasya highlighted his performance record since his early days at the university, saying that he has…
Pastoralist communities in northern Kenya struggle with drought as water sources dry up and livestock weaken, raising fears of a growing humanitarian crisis.[File,Standard] The government is now seeking to raise Sh2 billion to rescue over 3 million Kenyans at risk of starvation. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Monday said the government will spend Sh4 billion…
The Harambee Stars winger’s La Liga debut offered a glimpse of qualities that could make him a valuable option for Benni McCarthy ahead of AFCON 2027. Harambee Stars forward Job Ochieng made his La Liga debut for Real Sociedad on Saturday, becoming the third player to be promoted from the club’s youth system into the…
The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) has intensified revenue recovery efforts through a water disconnection exercise targeting customers with longstanding unpaid bills, in a bid to enhance sustainable service delivery across Nairobi City County. The exercise, scheduled to commence on February 11, 2026, will target all categories of consumers, including domestic households,…