Audio By Vocalize Rita Jeptoo of Kenya celebrates after winning of the 2014 Bank of America Chicago Marathon on October 12, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. [File, Standard] Under normal circumstances, athletes who are found to have violated anti-doping rules either reform or repent as they plot comebacks. But a worrying trend is sending shockwaves across…
Audio By Vocalize Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick looks on during the English Premier League match vs Newcastle United at St James’ Park on March 4, 2026. [Andy Buchanan/AFP] Michael Carrick said “defeat hurts” after Manchester United’s 2-1 loss at Newcastle on Wednesday — the first time he has been beaten as manager of…
Audio By Vocalize Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen. [Martin Keep/AFP] Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said Thursday he does not know how the opening Grand Prix of the season will play out under sweeping new regulations, but he “got goosebumps” when he first saw the new Red Bull car. The Dutchman was underwhelmed at pre-season…
Audio By Vocalize The Bill seeks to fast-track the development of key national infrastructure and also attract private and alternative financing. The National Assembly on Thursday, March 5, passed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 1 of 2026. The Bill, introduced by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah, was approved after lawmakers adopted it…
The High Court has allowed the release of former Kiambu governor Ferdinand Waititu after reviewing his bail conditions while continuing his appeal in his corruption case Waititu’s lawyer told the court that the former county governor has already gained his freedom following the amendment of bail conditions granted by Judge Winfrida Okwany The court set…
The Centre for Multiparty Democracy (CMD) has urged political leaders to exercise tolerance and embrace peaceful campaigns ahead of the 2027 general election. Speaking on the second of the 8th edition of the People Dialogue Festival at Uhuru Park in Nairobi, CMD CEO Frankline Mukwanja called on political actors to shun confrontational politics and instead…
James Orengo has questioned the circumstances of Raila Odinga’s death, claiming he was transported to India against his wishes He claims the heart-related problems mentioned by Indian doctors are not convincing without the post-mortem report Orengo insists a proper investigation needs to be done, suggesting Raila’s death was politically motivated Governor of Siaya James Orengo…
Audio By Vocalize The Confederation of African Football has rescheduled the tournament to run from 25 July to 16 August 2026. The 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) has been postponed. The postponement comes after consultations between Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF), Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), and other stakeholders. The Confederation of…
Kenya’s weather experts are advising farmers to prepare for a brief pause in the current rains starting late next week. Edward Muriuki, the acting director of the Kenya Meteorological Department, explained that a shifting tropical weather system called the Madden–Julian Oscillation (MJO) is moving into a new phase. This shift will temporarily block cloud formation…
Ray Ian Opiyo of St Mary’s Yala (left) in action against Rapogi Boys during the 2025 Nyanza Region finals in Kisumu on June 28, 2025. [Washington Onyango, Standard] St Mary’s School, Yala and Ng’iya Girls High School were on a class of their own on Thursday after dominating the 2026 Siaya County…
Controversy continues to shake the Jubilee Party led by Uhuru Kenyatta as members question its position within the Opposition and the transparency of the selection of candidates Former Member of Parliament Wambugu Ngunjiri has asked for clarification on the appointment of Fred Matiang’i as Jubilee’s presidential candidate, saying the process was unclear and not in…
Audio By Vocalize From left: Chris Diaz, Kiprono Kittony and David Ndii appointed in the KQ Board. [File,Standard] Kenya Airways has appointed four new board members, including President Ruto’s former chief economic adviser, to steady a troubled airline he personally pledged to revive. Nairobi Securities Exchange chairperson and businessman Kiprono Kittony takes over as the…
The Member of Parliament for Emurua Dikirr, Johana Ng’eno, was volunteering to help musicians from the Kalenjin community, including gospel singer from the Maa community, Agatha Naserian A video of the MP attending Agatha’s recent event surfaced after her death, much to the dismay of many When mourners arrived at Karen’s home, Agatha’s emotional story…
Gikomba market and surrounding areas marked for demolition The High Court has stepped in to pause any activity at Muthurwa Market and the Nairobi River’s banks. This decision follows an urgent lawsuit from local traders who are fighting to stop looming evictions and demolitions. The court certified the case an urgent matter and scheduled a…
Musician Ken Wa Maria publicly confronted Machakos County governor Wavinya Ndeti about the long-term debt of KSh 19 million owed by Sammy Kioko The governor shifted that role to the county’s procurement team, saying he would not be directly involved in resolving the debt crisis. Kenyans expressed strong solidarity with Kioko, questioning why the governor…