The Gabon coach has tipped Bafana Bafana to edge Cameroon at AFCON, while warning that players such as Bryan Mbeumo could pose a serious challenge. Gabon coach Thierry Mouyouma has backed South Africa to silence Cameroon in their Africa Cup of Nations round of 16 clash. The South African side opened their AFCON 2025 campaign…
Nairobi senatorial candidate Danstan Omari has announced his withdrawal from the 2027 race, describing the decision as a New Year’s resolution after assessing the political reality The prominent lawyer said consultations and primary opinions convinced him that withdrawal would be safer Omari indicated that his next goal will be in court, providing legal protection to…
On Friday, January 2, 2026, Kenyan newspapers on January 2, 2026, highlighted President William Ruto’s proposal to create a new police unit. Daily newspapers also highlighted the president’s strategy to overcome the strongholds of the former vice president Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Friday, January 2. Photos/screenshots:…
Motorsport lovers will turn their eyes to Naivasha for the WRC Safari Rally, scheduled for March 19 to 15, 2026. [File, Standard] The year 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years in sports in recent times. Fans will have plenty to look forward to from packed stadiums in North America,…
Following the conclusion of 2025, Kylian Mbappe emerged the top scorer in the calendar year but the supporting cast did not include Michael Olunga this time. French forward Kylian Mbappe finished the 2025 calendar year as the top scorer having netted 66 goals across all competitions in the just concluded 12 months. Mbappe’s goals for…
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Machakos Golf Club’s golfer Julius Kioko, the winner of the King of the course, during the grand finale at Nyali Golf and Country Club course in Mombasa, on October 25, 2025. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] After a brief festival holiday break, the King of the Course returns to kick the 2026 golfing calendar with…
The first breath of 2025 carried the scent of innocent blood spilled. It was a year that began not with a resolution, but with a reckoning — one that The Standard had already set in motion. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted…
Former Home Affairs Minister Fred Matiang’i has signaled an early push for the 2027 General Election, announcing plans to tour the country throughout 2026 In a New Year’s message to Kenyans at home and abroad, the deputy leader of the Jubilee party named 2026 as an important political year Matiang’i painted a bleak picture of…
An accident on the Katito-Homa Bay Highway has killed several people and left about 19 others injured Initial reports indicate that the accident involved a cargo truck heading to Katito and two tricycles transporting passengers from Kisumu While mourning the tragedy, families and Kenyans on social media have called on drivers to be more careful…
A Kiambu family has been left homeless after their house was completely gutted by fire on the night of January 1 in Gitaru, Gituamba The fire, which reduced the house to ashes before firefighters arrived, is believed to have started after a child struck a match inside to light a firework The mother recounted how…
AFC Leopards have suffered a significant setback as they continue their push at the top of the FKF Premier League. FKF Premier League leaders AFC Leopards have been dealt a significant blow with the confirmation that striker Elias Mugane will miss the remainder of the 2025-2026 season due to a severe knee injury. The club…
President William Ruto and Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa present Lugusi team captain a trophy after winning the 4th edition of Kakamega County governors football tournament at Bukhungu stadium on January 1,2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] Sports and music have in the recent two months become a centre bolt to many political leaders across the country. Leaders…
Chelsea have reportedly identified a replacement for Enzo Maresca, with the Italian expected to leave the club soon Maresca’s relationship with the decision-makers at Chelsea has been completely broken due to bad results The 45-year-old coach led Chelsea to a double last season, but one win in his last seven Premier League games has seen…
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Oginga announced that he is the only presidential candidate for the 2027 general election Saboti MP Caleb Amisi criticized Oburu’s position, urging integration within the party Public opinion revealed mixed feelings about ODM’s leadership and presidential prospects ahead of the 2027 elections Nairobi – Saboti Caleb Amisi has responded…