Politician Calvince Gaucho celebrated his birthday on Wednesday, February 4 Surrounded by friends, Gaucho celebrated the day with a cake at Mama Ida Odinga’s office in Nairobi Mother Ida was photographed feeding Gaucho a piece of cake, showing the bond between mother and son The president of the Ghetto who calls himself Calvince Gaucho has…
Casual workers offering services at an affordable housing project site in Mukuru, Nairobi. [File, Standard] Peter Macharia is a contractor based in Nakuru. He runs a firm, Fagilia Contractors, that is involved in constructing buildings. He has been in the sector for many years and has seen both the positive and the flip sides of…
The UDA party has gained momentum with 12,353 candidates competing for various election positions across the country About 40 leaders from Nyanza, including former MPs, switched their allegiance to the UDA for the 2027 elections Former Nairobi governor Evans Kidero would be among the 149 governors aiming to regain his position under the UDA banner…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is in the process of finalising a comprehensive Election Operations Plan for the 2025–2027 electoral cycle, which will serve as the blueprint for planning, coordination and execution of all electoral activities. IEBC Chairperson, Erastus Edung Ethekon, said the Commission has adopted a cycle-based approach to election preparedness, drawing…
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and her Deputy Oyugi Magwanga addressing journalists on September 28, 2022. [File, Standard] The feud between Homa Bay Deputy Governor Oyugi Magwanga and Governor Gladys Wanga has taken a new turn after Magwanga moved to court to challenge the withdrawal of his official vehicles and the locking of his office…
Farmers and traders in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, are set to benefit from the construction of the Kiumbu Market, under the Economic Stimulus Programme (ESP). The market is expected to serve residents of Mwea as well as the neighbouring Mbeere South Sub-county in Embu County. Despite the area being semi-arid, many farmers have embraced the cultivation…
Arsenal reached their first final in over five years after beating Chelsea 4-2 in the Carabao Cup on February 3 Kai Havertz returned to haunt his former players, coming off the bench to score the winner in the second leg at the Emirates Stadium In addition to winnings, the Carabao Cup has a financial value,…
At least 10,000 farmers in the Kajiado West sub-county are set to improve their agricultural productivity following the rehabilitation of the Nguruman irrigation scheme. The rehabilitation project set to strengthen climate resilience and boost food security began in 2024 after devastating floods destroyed canals and water intake systems, forcing many farmers to abandon the irrigation…
Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roselyne Njogu has cautioned Kenyans against being lured into foreign wars under false promises of employment, stressing that the government does not recruit citizens to fight for armies of other countries. Speaking at Meru University during the launch of a German language programme, Njogu said her office continues to receive reports…
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna reiterated his commitment to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) amid a possible leadership change It has been reported that the defense senator from Nairobi may be removed from the position of secretary general Sifuna further criticized the procedural issues in the installation of the interim leadership of Senator Oburu Oginga Nairobi…
Ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, East Africa racing against time to get new stadiums ready for the tournament. Here is all you need to know about the facilities. With East Africa set to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are in a race against time to have…
Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary, Roselyne Njogu, has cautioned Kenyans against being lured into foreign wars under false promises of employment, stressing that the government does not recruit citizens to fight for armies of other countries. Speaking at Meru University during the launch of a German language programme, Njogu said her office continues to receive reports…
Kenya has launched its National Electric Mobility Policy, setting a framework to accelerate the transition to electric transport, reduce reliance on imported petroleum, strengthen energy security and cut greenhouse gas emissions. The policy was unveiled at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), aiming to modernise the transport sector, support climate action, and unlock industrial and…
President William Ruto at State House during a meeting with 2027 UDA Aspirants. [PCS] The government plans to introduce tax amendments once Parliament resumes, aiming to ease the burden on low-income earners. President William Ruto on Wednesday, Feb 4, said Kenyans earning below Sh30, 000 will be exempt from paying taxes (PAYE), while…
Nairobi United sign midfielder Kevin Wangaya [Naibois] Nairobi United have announced the signing of Kevin Wang’aya, a highly-rated midfielder and former Kenya National U-20 international, as they bolster their midfield engine room. The arrival adds technical quality and creative flair as the club eyes a successful push this season. Wang’aya has been lauded for his…