President William Ruto has unveiled a sweeping plan to overhaul Nairobi’s waste management system, announcing a joint initiative between the national government and Nairobi City County to relocate the Dandora dumpsite and build a modern waste treatment facility. Speaking on February 8, 2026, at the AIC Church Pipeline in Embakasi South, the president said close…
Political strategist Saitabao Kanchory has said Kenya is already undergoing a significant political shift, arguing that the country has entered a phase of sustained, people-driven change that is unlikely to be reversed. In a statement shared on X on Sunday, February 8, 2026, Kanchory described the developments in Kenya as part of a broader regional…
Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny on Sunday turned the Super Bowl into a giant street party, delivering his hits on one of the world’s biggest stages, and becoming the first-ever halftime show headliner to sing only in Spanish. Anticipation was high for the 31-year-old’s set, amid rampant speculation about whether he would use his platform…
President William Ruto addresses Malindi residents on February 5, 2026. [PCS] Are empowerment forums such as the ongoing Nyota Yangu, and others like the now nearly forgotten Hustler Fund, genuine initiatives to uplift Kenyans, or are they simply campaign platforms for the 2027 presidential election? Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now…
With their sights set on successfully defending their men’s Kenya Basketball Federation Premier OLeague title, Nairobi City Thunder have announced partnership with Send App, a cross-border remittance and payments platform by Flutterwav. The Company will be the club’s front-of-shirt sponsor on a two-season deal, starting with the 2026 campaign. The partnership comes at a defining…
Former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] Opposition leaders have cast doubts on whether President William Ruto will keep promises made on the 2022 campaign trail and during the first term of his rule and called on Kenyans to reject his 2027 re-election bid. Speaking during a church service in Nyandarua on Sunday, February…
On Sunday, 8 February, President William Ruto addressed road rallies in Pipeline area, Nairobi county Ruto criticized former president Uhuru Kenyatta for his efforts to revive the Unity One Kenya coalition towards the 2027 General Election The President explained why the Resolution without the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) does not threaten his re-election bid Nairobi…
The national government has intensified efforts to bring inclusive development closer to the people across counties, in line with the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA), aimed at improving livelihoods for all citizens. The development model being spearheaded by the Kenya Kwanza government for the 2023-2027 period is structured around five core pillars, aimed at economic…
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a past interview. [File, Standard] Wiper party leader, Kalonzo Musyoka, has declared his intention to take his presidential ambition all the way to the ballot in August next year as the United Opposition continues searching for a flagbearer to challenge President William Ruto. In a media engagement at the University…
Nairobi United may end up finishing their CAF Confederation Cup group stage campaign without a win after losing their fifth match in a row. Nairobi United face the possibility of exiting the CAF Confederation Cup with a horrible record of six straight defeats. Naibois lost their fifth game in as many group stage matches when…
A touching song by a girl from Busia reflects her pain after her mother abandoned the family due to poverty The young artist explained the circumstances that caused his mother to leave the marriage and the challenges they faced as children Some Kenyans were moved emotionally, while others encouraged parents to put their children’s welfare…
Kenya’s Irine Cheptai and Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei were the winners as East African runners swept all podium places in the Burj2Burj Half Marathon in Dubai. Kenya’s Irine Cheptai and Uganda’s Joshua Cheptegei clinched the elite titles at the Burj2Burj Half Marathon 2026 on Sunday, with both races decided by mere seconds in a display of…
ODM leaders have launched a tour named ‘Linda Mwananchi Tour’ in Busia to present their views against the party’s current policies Edwin Sifuna stressed his commitment to protect and develop the legacy of the late Raila Odinga amid political turmoil within the party Babu Owino criticized some ODM officials for deviating from the party’s principles…
Multiple world and Olympics champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen is facing the prospect of a long period out after undergoing surgery on a persistent Achilles problem. Two-time Olympic champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen has undergone surgery in the United States for a persistent Achilles issue, but reassured fans that the situation “is not as bad as it seems.” While…
Vihiga Senator and ODM Deputy Party leader Gofdrey Osotsi at Bunge Towers, Nairobi on March 10, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has warned that the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) risks implosion if internal disputes are not addressed through structured consultations and respect for party democracy. Speaking during a media briefing in Vihiga, Osotsi urged…