Audio By Vocalize KCB’s Hugh Misiko (left) and Chol Mach Nhial shake hands after a Kenya National Chess League match in Kisumu County on May 18, 2025. [Washington Onyango, Standard] The lakeside city of Kisumu will this weekend host top chess talent when the Kisumu Open Grand Prix, second edition, takes place…
At least seven people have died in Makueni County after being washed away by floodwaters in the past two weeks The latest victim, 67-year-old Bernard Wambua, was swept away while trying to cross the flooded Isuuni River Makueni disaster management officials have warned residents to avoid crossing flooded rivers as rescue teams continue to search…
Last Year’s Lisbon Half Marathon Women’s winner Tsigie Gebreselema is among the women’s e;lite line up that has been confirmed for this Sunday’s 8th March 2026 race in Lisbon. In addition to the Ethiopian—who became the 11th fastest woman of all time with her performance in Lisbon—the field includes 10 women with personal bests under…
Member of Parliament for Emurua Dikirr, Johana Ng’eno, died on February 28 after the helicopter he was traveling in crashed in Nandi County His wife, Naiyanoi Ntutu, gave a touching message during his funeral, promising to take care of their children along with his elderly mother, Mary Ng’eno Narok Governor Patrick Ole Ntutu, who is…
Audio By Vocalize Gor Mahia’s Brighton Onyona chases down Nairobi United’s Ovellah Ochieng in a SportPesa League clash at Dandora Stadium on December 21, 2025. [Naibois, Facebook] The Sports Disputes Tribunal (SDT) has overturned a decision by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to award Gor Mahia and Nairobi United one point each following their abandoned…
Audio By Vocalize A view of the ongong construction of the Shauri Moyo B Estate houses. [PCS] Shauri Moyo affordable houses will now be renamed ‘Johana Ng’eno Boma Yangu Estate’ in honour of Emurua Dikirr, Member of Parliament, who died in a chopper crash in Nandi County. President William Ruto on Friday said it…
Emurua Dikirr Member of Parliament, Johana Ng’eno, will be buried at her home as family and friends gather for her funeral Several prominent leaders, including President William Ruto and Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, attended the funeral The late MP’s mother, Mary Ng’eno, has spoken firmly during her son’s funeral, recalling their last moments together The…
President William Ruto has promised to support the families of the victims of the Nandi helicopter crash, promising financial support and educational support Each bereaved family will receive KSh 2 million to help them rebuild after losing their breadwinners Ruto also promised to sponsor one dependent to complete higher education at Kisii University President William…
80 golfers are set to face off in the fifth leg of the ongoing NCBA golf series at Mt.Kipipiri golf club,Nyandarua County. Golfers will seek points at the Golf Club,opened last year,for points as they seek to qualify for the series’ finale later in the year. Those who will get the nod for the…
Moses Mudavadi, the eldest son of Chief Minister Musalia Mudavadi, has started his campaign to represent the Westlands constituency in the 2027 Parliament He has already received the support of political commentator Mutahi Ngunyi, who praised him for his bravery during the Dusit D2 terror attack His entry into the race sets the stage for…
Audio By Vocalize Walid Regragui reacts during presentation ceremony at the end of the Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) final between Morocco and Senegal at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on January 18, 2026. [AFP] Morocco parted company with coach Walid Regragui yesterday, three months before the World Cup, with the country’s football…
Law Society of Kenya President Nelson Havi during an interview with Standard at his private office in Parklands, Nairobi, on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. [File, Standard] Senior lawyer Nelson Havi today caused a spectacle in court after appearing in an Olive Green Overall, a dare he made true on his X account during the hearing…
Agnes Ndeki was happy to leave prison after 25 years, ready to start a new life and reunite with her family after years of separation However, his family was not ready to accept him again due to several reasons, and he had to move to another residence A welfare officer at Embu Women’s Prison expressed…
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Three filmmakers associated with the controversial BBC Africa Eye documentary ‘Blood Parliament’ have urged a Nairobi court to speed up its directions. Brian Adagala, Mark Denver Karubiu, and Christopher Wamae warned that ongoing delays could expose their case to potential interference from outside agencies, which may undermine the integrity of the judicial process and affect…