ODM leaders lead by their pary leader Oburu Odinga at 20 anniversary Celebrations in Mombasa. [Emmanuel Wanson, Standard] For more than two decades, the Orange Democratic Movement has been the vehicle Odinga’s family has rode on to project political power. The Odinga family has been mobilising voters, elbowing opponents and shaping national conversations from opposition…
A possible explanation has emerged as to why Morocco’s King Mohammed VI has not attended any games at AFCON 2025 AFCON 2025 started at the end of December in the backyard of King Mohammed VI, but he has not appeared in any games in the six cities His 22-year-old son, Prince Moulay Hassan, has taken…
Kishane Thompson is set to begin his 2026 campaign after being listed to compete in a season-opening meet in Spanish Town. Jamaican sprint king Kishane Thompson has officially confirmed his season opener for 2026, giving fans something to look forward to. Following a spectacular rise to global prominence, the Olympic silver medallist is set to…
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has directed all roadside development owners, advertisers, and operators along the A8/B10 Highway, stretching from James Gichuru Road Junction to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), to remove their structures within 14 days. The directive covers billboards, directional and advertisement signs, tree nursery beds, and all temporary installations occupying the…
The retired British sprinter has explained the challenges that led him to sign up for the Enhanced Games while stressing his commitment to competing without performance-enhancing drugs. Former Great Britain sprinter Reece Prescod has confirmed he will not use performance-enhancing drugs, despite signing up for the controversial Enhanced Games. The competition, scheduled for May 2026…
Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has warned Jubilee Deputy Party Leader Fred Matiang’i against leaning on established political parties, stating that powerful figures who once worked with him could derail Matiang’i’s political ambitions. Speaking in an interview on Kameme FM on Monday, January 13, 2026, Gachagua said Matiang’i risks losing direction…
On Wednesday, January 14, newspapers reported on the current political situation, with the ruling UDA party preparing for coalition talks with the ODM party. The front pages of the Daily Nation and Taifa Leo newspapers. Photo: Daily Nation and Nation Today.Source: UGC The newspapers also highlighted President William Ruto’s plan to restore Mount Kenya after…
Vincent Gakuhi’s happiness after doing well in KCPE was overshadowed by a rare cancer that started as a simple toothache His mother recounted the painful journey that necessitated his transfer to India before joining high school Gakuhi, who apologized for the killing just two days before the KCSE exams, is now seeking help to study…
Kaizer Chiefs have clarified their stance on appointing a new head coach while speculation continues to link Rulani Mokwena with the vacant role. Kaizer Chiefs Football Manager Bobby Motaung has confirmed the club will not appoint a new permanent head coach until the conclusion of the current Betway Premiership season, with a decision expected in…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen appears before the Senate on November 5, 2025. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s allegations that two drug barons are part of the Cabinet, calling the claims political gimmicks. Speaking on Monday evening, January 12, CS Murkomen said the assertions are unfounded and undermined…
For the past few days, social media has been full of claims that Jesus of Tongaren was struggling with hunger and hardship The reports claimed that the self-proclaimed spiritual leader was begging for food, financial support, and school fees In an interview with TUKO.co.ke, the Bungoma preacher denied the claims, insisting that the bloggers were…
Irene Jepchirchir Masai, a Kenyan nurse living in the US and a former US Army medic, saved a passenger who crashed on a United Airlines flight to Boston Masai quickly administered first aid to the resources available on board, and calmed down the passenger, who was said to have suffered a cardiac arrest. United Airlines…
Eric Wekesa left his home at 6am to vote at Busakala Primary School, not knowing what was waiting for him on the way. Later he was arrested by people with knives asking him to shed blood; his bodyguard was repeatedly beaten and slashed with knives, sustaining life-threatening injuries Outside the polling station where he was…
President William Ruto has lambasted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for urging young Kenyans to escort and protect him during public appearances, saying the comments are reckless and demean the role of the youth. Speaking in Samburu, Ruto questioned why a former senior government official would ask civilians to take up security roles, warning that…
President William Ruto in Laikipia west during his tour of the Mt Kenya region on April 1,2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] This time, four years ago, President William Ruto was a darling of the Mt Kenya region; he never needed to mobilise in order to get an audience, but things seem to have changed. His allies…