The President of Kenya, William Ruto, has appointed Mama Ida Odinga as ambassador and permanent representative of Kenya in the United Nations Environment Program (UNEP). If the appointment is approved, Mama Ida will represent Kenya at the UN’s international environment office in Nairobi, a role consistent with the country’s focus on climate change measures. This…
Tonny Muoki (left) of Kangemi Boxing Club and Fredrick Kamau of Thailand Boxing Club in a past action. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kasarani Youth and Thailand have landed more boxers in the finals on the penultimate day of Nairobi County Novices Championships at Umoja Boxing and Arts Club. Ken Muindi of Thailand made it to the…
Tears of joy flowed as a Nairobi family reunited with their missing brother after running away from home and living on the streets for several weeks Countryman Kabochi narrated the series of events that led to the boy’s disappearance and how he was reunited with his family Kabochi shared a touching account of the boy’s…
The senior staff member’s celebrations of Senegal’s AFCON 2025 triumph reportedly sparked internal backlash, leading to disciplinary action at a Belgian club. Ibrahima Sonko, a staff member at Belgian top-flight club OH Leuven, has been demoted after his exuberant celebrations of Senegal’s Africa Cup of Nations victory reportedly upset players following a crucial league loss….
The President of Uganda, Yoweri Museveni, was recently re-elected for a seventh term amid criticism of the way the election was conducted. His son, Muhoozi Kainerugaba, got into an online debate with CNN reporter, Larry Madowo, before the reporter claimed that the military leader had blocked him from X Muhoozi, on his part, did not…
Dr. Ida Odinga addressing during the State Funeral Service of her husband late Former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga at the Nyayo National Stadium on October 17, 2025. Raila passed on in India while on a treatment. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] President William Ruto, on Friday, January 23, nominated Mama Ida Odinga as Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United…
United Democratic Alliance Deputy Party, Issa Timamy at Bunge Tower, Nairobi on November 11, 2024[Boniface Okendo, Standard] The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has dismissed reports that it merged with Amani National Congress (ANC), saying the dissolution of ANC was voluntary and legally binding. In a statement dated January 23, UDA second deputy party…
The Cameroon Football Federation has expressed serious concerns about the pace and transparency of CAF’s legal process in relation to actions taken against Samuel Eto’o. The Cameroon Football Federation (FECAFOOT) issued a strong rebuke against the Confederation of African Football (CAF), questioning the procedural integrity of disciplinary actions taken against FECAFOOT President, Samuel Eto’o Fils….
Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has raised concerns about the sale of government shares in the telecommunications company Safaricom The MP, who has been a strong critic of President William Ruto’s administration, claimed that the shares are being sold at a low value Finance Minister John Mbadi responded to the MP and described his…
Her name has been forwarded to Parliament for consideration and approval.
The Raila Odinga International Stadium is nearing completion as Kenya ramps up preparations for AFCON, following Morocco’s standards. The government has announced that the 60,000-seater Raila Odinga International Stadium is now over 80 per cent complete, marking a major milestone in Kenya’s largest sports infrastructure project since independence. Speaking after a high-level joint inspection of…
President William Ruto’s son, George Kimutai, is a multifaceted entrepreneur who has invested in various sectors With financial support from his family, George has started businesses that align with his personal interests and professional goals Some of its notable businesses are those related to travel, sports, and clothing, each leaving a mark in its respective…
The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has challenged the High Court’s ruling that the dissolution of the Amani National Congress (ANC) was illegal, insisting that the matter has already been resolved. The deputy leader of the party, Issa Timamy, noted that the dissolution of the ANC was voluntary, confirmed by its members and the Registrar of…
KRA Deputy Commissioner Taxpayers Services, Patience Njau. [Ronald Kipruto, Standard] The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) will reinstate nil tax filings after completing a data review aimed at expanding the tax base by converting nil filers, non-filers and zero filers into taxpayers. Earlier this month, KRA suspended nil return filings until the end…
Shericka Jackson, Kishane Thompson, and other Jamaican track stars face a setback after a major meet was abruptly cancelled. The Queen’s/Grace Jackson Development Meet, a key fixture on Jamaica’s track and field calendar, has been abruptly cancelled, organisers announced on Thursday. The event was originally scheduled for January 31, and was a stepping stone for…