Eunice Wanjiru’s most valuable possession is a large photo taken in July 2021 after she had a chance meeting with the then President, Uhuru Kenyatta, who she spoke to without her knowing that she was talking to the head of state Although at first he regretted not asking Uhuru for help, he later surprised him…
Kenya’s Geoffrey Kamworor showed great strength to storm to victory at the RAK Half Marathon in what was part of his preparations for April’s London Marathon. Geoffrey Kamworor and Asmarech Anley delivered commanding performances to claim the men’s and women’s titles, respectively, at the 2026 RAK Half Marathon on Saturday. From the outset, Kamworor demonstrated…
President Donald Trump introduced a 1% tariff on goods sent abroad after signing the Big Beautiful Bill into law Following the implementation of the tax in January 2026, the value of remittances from people living abroad in Kenya decreased, as the US is one of the main sources Geo-economist Aly-Khan Satchu told TUKO.co.ke that the…
Audio By Vocalize Patrick Odongo (center) in action for Shujaa during their Nairobi HSBC SVNS opening match against Canada at Nyayo Stadium on February 14, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya Sevens kicked off their 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two campaign on the front foot after crushing Canada 29-12 in an entertaining…
Following CAF’s confirmation that AFCON 2027 will indeed be held in East Africa next year, who are the biggest beneficiaries of the big announcement in Kenya? Fingers were crossed across East Africa on Friday following reports that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) was set to move the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations to 2028….
Shocking and unanswered questions rock Tiritap Moita village in Cheplanget Ward after 23-year-old Edmond Rono was found dead inside Cheplanget Police Station Officers at Cheplanget Police Station said the youth, who had been arrested for drunkenness, escaped from the cell overnight An internal investigation into the possible loss of security, with concerns growing about how…
Violence erupted in Migori town as six people were shot dead following a violent confrontation between Governor Ochillo Ayacko and Suna West Member of Parliament Peter Masara Witnesses described chaos as supporters of both leaders clashed, some with crude weapons, forcing police to intervene. The victims, including locals who were running operations and workers, were…
ODM leader Oburu Oginga’s allies have appealed to Winnie Odinga, urging him to distance himself from ousted party secretary general Edwin Sifuna The appeal, made by Ruaraka Member of Parliament TJ Kajwang’ and supported by other leaders, described Oburu’s support as safeguarding Raila Odinga’s legacy. Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi called on the extended Odinga…
CAF president Patrice Motsepe has dropped a hint on who between Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will host the opening match of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Following confirmation that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be staged next year as initially planned in East Africa, attention quickly shifted to how the matches will…
Kim Kardashian’s dalliance with Lewis Hamilton has reportedly left his ex-husband Kanye West in a spot of bother despite getting married to someone else following their 2021 divorce. Years after their separation, Kanye West is reportedly struggling with jealousy over his ex-wife Kim Kardashian’s rumoured new relationship with Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton. The speculation…
Audio By Vocalize Kenya Lionesses came from 12-0 down to stun Brazil 15-12 as they kicked off their 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two campaign at Nyayo Stadium. [Robert Abongo, Standard] Kenya Lionesses came from 12-0 down to stun Brazil 15-12 as they kicked off their 2026 Nairobi HSBC SVNS Division Two campaign on…
Former Likoni OCS Yunus Athman was sentenced to life imprisonment by the High Court in Mombasa for the murder of 20-year-old Mbaraka Maitha Omar in 2018 Judge Wendy Kagendo Micheni ruled that Athman shot the unarmed and compliant victim multiple times during his arrest for allegedly stealing goats. Court records revealed that more than 20…
Former prime minister Raila Odinga’s final send-off. [File, Standard] The family of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga is facing the prospect of an implosion as sharp divisions on succession politics in ODM and the political direction of the party create a sharp crack in ideology in one of the country’s most formidable…
Harambee Stars boss Benni McCarthy believes Jose Mourinho’s words in his biography will change a lot of perception about him after being mis-profiled for long. Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has expressed his delight at having legendary manager Jose Mourinho pen the foreword for his biography. McCarthy released his highly-awaited biography titled ‘BENNI’ at the…
On Saturday, February 14, the daily newspapers focused on the growing tension within ODM and the Odinga family, even as various reports highlighted new security fears that have posed a threat to President William Ruto. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Saturday, February 14. Photos/screenshots: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Weekend Star and Taifa Leo.Source:…