Tabitha Karanja: The Nakuru senator shocked Jeff Koinange after revealing that he is a billionaire

Tabitha Karanja surprised many, including Jeff Koinange, during a live interview when she calmly revealed that she is a billionaire The scene left Jeff briefly stunned, prompting him to jokingly tell the audience to “Google” his true worth. Kenyans were quick to respond online, with many offering mixed reactions and memes about the unexpected revelation…

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Police warn sponsors of political violence as crackdown looms

The Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service, Eliud Lagat, has issued a stern warning to individuals financing or orchestrating violence at political gatherings, signalling a tougher security posture as the country approaches the next election cycle. Addressing senior officers drawn from formations and regions across the country, Lagat said security agencies had observed…

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Newspapers: The government proposes to transfer civil servants from permanent jobs to contracts

On Friday, February 27, Kenyan newspapers reported on the tension between the national government and civil servants following the proposal to change them from permanent jobs with pensions to contract jobs. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Friday, February 27. Photo: DN, PD, The Standard, Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC The newspapers also revealed the…

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Sakaja Compares Nairobi to Paris to Justify Sh80 Billion Deal with Ruto

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja appeared before the Senate’s Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations Committee on Wednesday to protect the legality and intent of a landmark cooperation agreement between the city county and the national government. Facing intense scrutiny from senators over financial accountability and public participation, Sakaja framed the partnership not as a surrender of power…

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Governor Kihika’s Husband Defends Sh5 Billion ‘Encore’ Hotel Near State House Nakuru

The massive hospitality project rising near Nakuru’s State House, the Encore Hotel, belongs to businessman Sam Mburu, the husband of Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika. Mburu recently broke his silence on the multi-billion-shilling venture following intense parliamentary scrutiny regarding the hotel’s scale and its sensitive proximity to the presidential residence. Addressing concerns over the site’s location,…

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KPLC lights the way for rally star Sheghu

Audio By Vocalize Kenyan driver Pauline Sheghu (right) and her co-driver Linet Ayuko in Nairobi on February 26, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]  Queens of the Dust Pauline Sheghu has received a Sh1 million sponsorship from Kenya Power ahead of next month’s WRC Safari Rally in Naivasha. The announcement comes at a crucial stage when Sheghu…

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NBA Africa offers training to Kenyan PE teachers

Audio By Vocalize Junior NBA Africa coach Joel Yoba instructs coaches and teachers during the Basketball Experience Awareness Day at Nyayo Basketball Court on February 26, 2026.  [Jonah Onyango]  Agence Francaise de Developpement (AFD) and NBA Africa celebrated the Basketball Experience (BE) Teachers’ Awareness Day in style on Thursday at Nyayo Stadium Basketball…

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AFC Leopards suffer blow in title race

Audio By Vocalize AFC Leopards captain Kayci Odhiambo (left) and KCB’s Samuel Feargod during SportPesa Premier League at Kasarani Stadium on February 26, 2026. [AFC Leopards Media]  AFC Leopards push to challenge record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia for this season’s SportPesa Premier League title hit a major setback yesterday after losing 1-0 to KCB at…

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AFC Leopards stumble in SPL title race

Audio By Vocalize AFC Leopards players celebrate a goal during a past FKF Premier League match at Dandora Stadium in Nairobi on April 26, 2025. [File, Standard] AFC Leopards push to challenge record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia for this season’s SportPesa Premier League title hit a major setback yesterday after losing 1-0 to KCB at…

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Will Kenya get it right on indoor racing this time?

Audio By Vocalize Although Kenya boasts outdoor racing prowess, it has for years limped when it comes to indoor championships. Despite high pedigree athletes exerting dominance at outdoor global shows such as the World Championships and the Olympics, among others, there has been nothing to smile about at the World Indoor showpiece. But the powerhouse…

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