Kenya’s Albert Korir crosses the finish line to win men’s New York City Marathon in 2021. [AP] Kenya’s former New York marathon champion Albert Korir was provisionally suspended on Monday after testing positive for a performance-enhancing drug in the latest hit to the reputation of the country’s running programme. Korir, 31, tested positive…
Manchester United have reportedly agreed terms with former midfielder Michael Carrick to become the club’s interim manager until the end of the season. Manchester United are expected to announce Michael Carrick as their new interim manager by Wednesday, with talks progressing for the former midfielder to take charge until the end of the season. The…
Real Madrid’s Spanish coach Xabi Alonso gestures as he gives a press conference at Valdebebas training grounds in Madrid on December 9, 2025 on the eve of their Champions League football match against Manchester City. [AFP] Real Madrid said Monday that coach Xabi Alonso has left the Spanish giants by mutual consent, to…
A middle-aged woman posted a TikTok video warning her of her husband’s side plan not to have children with her Mum Aidah bravely shared her reasons for issuing the warning, appearing to suggest she never had a problem with her husband’s cheating The video caused mixed reactions online, with many applauding her courage, and others…
Benni McCarthy and Pitso Mosimane are gaining strong backing as future Bafana Bafana coaches, while questions remain over whether Rulani Mokwena is ready for the role. As Hugo Broos’s tenure with Bafana Bafana approaches its final chapter, the conversation around his successor is intensifying. With the Belgian coach expected to retire after the 2026 World…
A family in Kisii county was deeply saddened by the sudden death of their son, Joel, shortly after returning home. Joel had traveled home to celebrate his son’s good KCSE results, but the joy turned to tragedy His father, Isaiah Sanduku, narrated what happened from the time Joel arrived home until he was found dead…
Admission of the pioneer Grade 10 cohort into senior schools under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) system began smoothly today across various institutions in Kirinyaga County. At St. Faustina Kerugoya Girls’ Senior School, learners arrived early in the morning accompanied by their parents and guardians to complete the admission process. Scouts assisting parents to the admission…
ODM MPs addressing the media in Nairobi on January 12, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] A meeting of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Central Committee held in Vipingo, Kilifi County, on Monday, January 12, resolved to begin pre-election coalition talks with parties, including President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), ahead of the August 2027 elections….
Ryan Injendi, the son of former Malava Member of Parliament Malulu Injendi, married his beautiful girlfriend, Dorothy, in a lavish wedding ceremony on Friday, January 9 The couple tied the knot in an emotional ceremony hosted by the Attorney General’s office, then celebrated with a lunch attended by close friends and family. Ryan and Dorothy…
Timothy Ouma faces the risk of wasting his promising career so early after a number of off-field issues that have now culminated in him being dropped by Lech Poznan. Harambee Stars midfielder Timothy Ouma started 2025 with a potential life-changing transfer but one year later, he seems to be on the downward spiral. Ouma is…
On Monday, January 12, Oburu Oginga chaired the meeting of the Central Management Committee (CMC) of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) held in Kilifi county Among the resolutions in the meeting is the direction the party will take towards the 2027 General Election Oburu also explained why Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, a fierce critic of…
On Tuesday, January 12, former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua severely criticized his fellow opposition leaders He explained how the strategies used by some opposition leaders can make it difficult to remove President William Ruto from power The leader of the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) also gave a strong warning to the leader of…
Anestar Coast Girls Academy, located within the Mtwapa informal settlement of Kilifi County, has confirmed full readiness to admit Grade 10 learners under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) Curriculum. The school is offering renewed hope to girls whose education has historically been disrupted by social and economic challenges. The announcement comes as Kenya transitions to senior…
Mining Cabinet Secretary Ali Hassan Joho, during a past event at Msabaha grounds in Ganda ward, Malindi, Kilifi County, on January, 2, 2025. [File, Standard] Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho is facing a major political test over the proposed Sh8 trillion mining project at Mrima Hill in Kwale…
Kaizer Chiefs’ January transfer plans have left fans disappointed following revelations that they will not be active in the market as their rivals sign top talents. Kaizer Chiefs fans have been left annoyed by the revelation that the club does not intend to go big in the January transfer window despite the team needing some…