Lawyer Miguna Miguna has explained why he refused to attend the funeral of former prime minister Raila Odinga, citing what he saw as betrayal Miguna said his absence was due to Raila’s failure to attend the funeral of his relatives, and noted that the former prime minister’s death was not more special than other deaths….
Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Union (KMPDU) Members led by Secretary General Davji Atellah, addressing press on January 8th 2026,.[Edward Kiplimo,Standard] Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has demanded alignment of labour laws and Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) guidelines amid uproar over licensing and employment of foreign doctors. The union…
Ruben Amorim is already being linked with a quick return to management in Portugal following his dismissal from Manchester United. Just days after his dismissal from Manchester United, Ruben Amorim is already being linked with a swift return to the dugout, with reports suggesting he is the frontrunner for the head coach position at Benfica….
Nick Wambugu, a BBC videographer associated with Blood Parliament, died on January 7 after a rare blood disorder Wambugu and three other filmmakers had been arrested for alleged involvement in this article, which they denied His death coincided with a trial at the Mountain Law Courts, prompting a 40-second silence in his honour. The nation…
Pastor Elizabeth Mokoro has once again strongly criticized people who do not take marriage seriously and gave them serious advice While preaching, he noted that he receives many requests from women asking for prayers to find husbands He reprimanded women who tend to leave marriage for trivial reasons, and gave them a warning that caused…
ODM life member Saitabao Ole Kanchory poses for a photo at the Standard Group headquarters on Mombasa road, Nairobi on January 8,2026. [Elvis Ogina,Standard] The late Raila Odinga’s chief agent in his unsuccessful 2022 presidential bid, Lawyer Saitabao Ole Kanchory, now claims that President William Ruto has been working behind the scenes to unify the…
Despite being knocked out in the Round of 16, Bafana Bafana still secured a significant financial reward from their AFCON 2025 campaign. South Africa’s national team, Bafana Bafana, entered the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco with high expectations following their bronze-medal success in the previous edition. While the tournament featured a record-breaking…
Secretary General of COTU, Francis Atwoli, said that opposition politics in Kenya is in a state of chaos following the death of former prime minister Raila Odinga. Atwoli described Raila’s legacy as unparalleled, saying the opposition does not have a leader capable of facing President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. While praising Wiper…
Nairobi Senator and Secretary General of ODM, Edwin Sifuna, has indicated that he is ready to embrace negotiations to end conflicts within the party, responding to Mama Ida Odinga’s call for unity The conflict stems from a division over whether ODM should partner with President William Ruto towards his re-election bid in 2027, something Sifuna…
On Wednesday, January 7, the General Secretary of the Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) Francis Atwoli spoke about the loss of the Declaration of Unity in 2022 Atwoli explained how former president Uhuru Kenyatta contributed significantly to the loss of former prime minister Raila Odinga. The veteran trade unionist gave solid advice to former Home…
The National Police Service (NPS) says 31 people lost their lives in road accidents within the first week of 2026 Police blame reckless driving, speeding, drunk driving, and boda boda violations for the killings IG Douglas Kanja ordered a crackdown on breathalyzers, PSV checks, and black spot patrols The National Police Service has outlined a…
World Athletics is providing significant funding to aid the rebuilding of Jamaica’s athletics programs following Hurricane Melissa. World Athletics has committed US$100,000 (nearly J$16 million) to support Jamaica’s track and field community as it recovers from the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa. The announcement was made by World Athletics President Sebastian Coe at the conclusion…
Mother Ida Odinga has urged ODM leaders to embrace dialogue and unity, warning that internal conflicts risk tarnishing Raila Odinga’s legacy ODM has continued to split since Raila’s death, with factions clashing over their relationship with President William Ruto and the inclusive government. ODM Secretary General, Senator Edwin Sifuna, getting support from Oburu Oginga and…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during an interview at his home. [File, Standard] The operators of Business Bay Square mall in Eastleigh have formally petitioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to investigate and prosecute former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over remarks they claim amount to ethnic contempt and hate speech. This follows Gachagua’s…
Reece Prescod has announced he will come out of retirement to compete in the controversial Enhanced Games in Las Vegas, joining Fred Kerley. British sprinter Reece Prescod has announced his participation in the inaugural Enhanced Games, a controversial event that permits the use of performance-enhancing drugs. The competition, dubbed the “Olympics on steroids,” is scheduled…