Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and her Deputy Oyugi Magwanga addressing journalists on September 28, 2022. [File, Standard] The feud between Homa Bay Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga and Governor Gladys Wanga has taken a new turn after Magwanga moved to court to challenge the withdrawal of his official vehicles and the locking of his office…
Farmers and traders in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, are set to benefit from the construction of the Kiumbu Market, under the Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP). The market is expected to serve residents of Mwea as well as the neighbouring Mbeere South Sub-county in Embu County. Despite the area being semi-arid, many farmers have embraced the cultivation…
Arsenal reached their first final in over five years after beating Chelsea 4-2 in the Carabao Cup on February 3 Kai Havertz returned to haunt his former players, coming off the bench to score the winner in the second leg at the Emirates Stadium In addition to winnings, the Carabao Cup has a financial value,…
At least 10,000 farmers in the Kajiado West sub-county are set to improve their agricultural productivity following the rehabilitation of the Nguruman irrigation scheme. The rehabilitation project set to strengthen climate resilience and boost food security began in 2024 after devastating floods destroyed canals and water intake systems, forcing many farmers to abandon the irrigation…
Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roselyne Njogu has cautioned Kenyans against being lured into foreign wars under false promises of employment, stressing that the government does not recruit citizens to fight for armies of other countries. Speaking at Meru University during the launch of a German language programme, Njogu said her office continues to receive reports…
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna reiterated his commitment to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) amid a possible leadership change It has been reported that the defense senator from Nairobi may be removed from the position of secretary general Sifuna further criticized the procedural issues in the installation of the interim leadership of Senator Oburu Oginga Nairobi…
Ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, East Africa racing against time to get new stadiums ready for the tournament. Here is all you need to know about the facilities. With East Africa set to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are in a race against time to have…
Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary, Roselyne Njogu, has cautioned Kenyans against being lured into foreign wars under false promises of employment, stressing that the government does not recruit citizens to fight for armies of other countries. Speaking at Meru University during the launch of a German language programme, Njogu said her office continues to receive reports…
Kenya has launched its National Electric Mobility Policy, setting a framework to accelerate the transition to electric transport, reduce reliance on imported petroleum, strengthen energy security and cut greenhouse gas emissions. The policy was unveiled at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), aiming to modernise the transport sector, support climate action, and unlock industrial and…
President William Ruto at State House during a meeting with 2027 UDA Aspirants. [PCS] The government plans to introduce tax amendments once Parliament resumes, aiming to ease the burden on low-income earners. President William Ruto on Wednesday, Feb 4, said Kenyans earning below Sh30, 000 will be exempt from paying taxes (PAYE), while…
Nairobi United sign midfielder Kevin Wangaya [Naibois] Nairobi United have announced the signing of Kevin Wang’aya, a highly-rated midfielder and former Kenya National U-20 international, as they bolster their midfield engine room. The arrival adds technical quality and creative flair as the club eyes a successful push this season. Wang’aya has been lauded for his…
Jacob Kiplimo’s World Half Marathon record of 56:42 has been ruled invalid by World Athletics, denying him a great career milestone. Ugandan distance running great Jacob Kiplimo’s sensational half-marathon world record, set at last year’s Barcelona Half-Marathon, has been invalidated by World Athletics due to rule violations. Kiplimo’s winning time of 56:42, which would have…
ODM secretary general Edwin Sifuna confirmed the continued membership of the party in the Declaration, dismissing claims that the Orange party had left the coalition This followed a major leadership change in the Declaration, including Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka taking Raila Odinga’s vacant seat and being replaced by Junet Mohamed Sifuna stressed that the ODM…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a requiem mass at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. [File, Standard] Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday chaired a rare Azimio Council meeting and announced drastic leadership changes in the Coalition party, which points to a retired president who is warming up to another duel,…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki accused former Minister Matiang’i of raising issues in the education sector during his leadership The deputy president threatened to expose Matiang’i’s crimes if he even stopped criticizing the government of Kenya Kwanza The powerful former Home Affairs minister recently criticized President William Ruto’s government Nairobi – Deputy President Kithur Kindiki has…