Kenya’s technical working group reveals systemic failures in the fight against femicide.[File,Standard] Kenya lacks a standalone legal offence for femicide despite a 10 per cent rise in reported cases between 2022 and 2024, with 1,639 women killed in circumstances linked to their gender, a presidential technical working group has revealed. The Technical Working Group on…
Athletics Kenya has outlined a new approach to selecting its World Indoor Championships team following the cancellation of the national trials. Athletics Kenya (AK) has officially announced the cancellation of the World Athletics Indoor Trials. Originally slated to take place on January 30-31, 2026, in Nairobi, the event was intended to serve as the primary…
Bishop Gerald Muriithi condemned what was alleged to be a police attack at the ACK Witima Church during a service The attack disrupted worship services and left worshipers in a state of emotional shock after police fired tear gas and fired shots. Muriithi made five demands to the relevant authorities, including an apology from all…
DJ Crowbar’s wife, Joyce Wanjiru Karumba, passed away on Monday, January 26, following health complications The mother of three had undergone a kidney transplant in 2025 but later experienced health challenges. The family has appealed to Kenyans to pray for them, to give them some privacy, and to help pay for the funeral Renowned entertainer…
Ferdinand Omanyala has spoken with confidence about chasing a major record as he prepares for a crucial new season. Kenyan sprint king Ferdinand Omanyala is confident he has what it takes to lower his own African 100m record, declaring that the historic mark is his to break. Omanyala set the continental benchmark in 2021, blazing…
A Form Three student from Kiambu County, Jimmy Anaro, dies suddenly, leaving his family in deep mourning His mother, Christine Nyangweso, expressed her pain and shared how she normally received information about her son’s condition The Lari police have issued an order to investigate the death of this young man while his family is starting…
Catherine Wambugu was in agony when she looked at the body of her best friend, Dominic, during his funeral The businesswoman was involved in a road accident with Dominic, which left the Toyota Prado they were traveling in completely damaged People flooded social media with messages of comfort for Catherine as she mourned the death…
Two-time Olympics champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen is taking a cautious approach in 2026 as he looks for a strong return to track and that will involve a late start to the season. Multiple world and Olympics champion Jakob Ingebrigtsen plans to start his season late as he looks for a major comeback after the struggles of…
Moroccan lawyers have condemned the Senegal FA president’s remarks, accusing him of defaming Morocco and undermining the integrity of CAF. The Club of Attorneys in Morocco has issued a strong condemnation of statements made by the President of the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF), Abdoulaye Fall, describing them as ‘insulting’ and a direct attack on the…
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) delegates held a consultative meeting in Kisii County, where the Dr. Oburu Odinga was endorsed as the party leader. The meeting attended by thousands of party members held at Sameta grounds in Gucha Sub County saw leaders drum support for Dr. Oburu to take…
Rigathi Gachagua claimed there was a government-sponsored attack during a church service in Nyeri county Unknown assailants allegedly used tear gas and bullets to disrupt the ceremony Critics recalled Gachagua’s previous stance of supporting the use of police force against protests, which sparked a heated debate. Former vice president Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government…
Education CS Julius Ogamba has put on notice school principals not adhering to President William Ruto’s directive of admitting Grade 10 students transitioning to senior secondary schools, irrespective of whether they have school fees, personal items or uniform. Speaking at Nyansakia grounds during a funds drive for 20…
The Senegal Football Federation has officially distanced itself from El Hadji Diouf following his public comments on a land dispute. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has officially broken its silence following a series of controversial media appearances by one of the country’s most iconic sporting figures, El Hadji Diouf. In a sternly worded press release,…
President William Ruto during the UDA National Governing Council meeting at State House, Nairobi. [Ruto, X] President William Ruto has explained his reasons for seeking a broader political coalition with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), saying the move is aimed at consolidating national unity and securing a commanding victory in the 2027 polls. Addressing a…
Recent transfers of highly talented young Kenyans to top teams in Europe is igniting hope of a strong core of players that will make Harambee Stars a major force in the near future. In recent years, Kenya has not had multiple players featuring in the five major leagues in Europe with McDonald Mariga, Dennis Oliech,…