Bishop Mark Kariuku Standing behind praying for Rachael Ruto, President William Ruto, Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua and his wife Dorcas pray during Ruto’s Inauguration as the 5th President of Kenya at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi on September 13, 2022. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] After several goofs in oath-taking, Rigathi Gachagua was finally sworn into office as the Deputy President on September 13, 2022….
Top athletes Reynold Cheruiyot, Lilian Odira, and Sandrafelis Chebet will headline the Athletics Kenya Cross Country Series opener in Machakos, aiming to build momentum for the 2025 World Championships after challenging Olympic seasons., aiming to build momentum for the 2025 World Championships after challenging Olympic seasons. Former world under-20 1500m champion Reynold Cheruiyot, Africa 800m…
A 35-year-old woman from Baringo North admitted before a Kabarnet Court that she framed her husband for allegedly sexually abusing their underage daughter. On Monday, the expectant mother of two revealed that she made the false accusations out of revenge, feeling neglected as her husband focused his attention on her co-wife. She acknowledged that her…
The US policy in East Africa is increasingly becoming a choice of pragmatism versus straitjacket approach to the issues of democracy and human rights. From Kenya to Tanzania, Uganda to Rwanda, Washington has employed carrot and stick throughout President Joe Biden’s tenure, reflecting its intention to rival China’s interests in the region, while seeming to uphold its traditional values of democracy and human rights. In…
Teresiah Muthoni Mungai shed tears when she remembered watching her daughter Rosemary Wangui die The heartbroken mother said her 21-year-old daughter was assaulted and injured by a man she knew Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, the mother from Kiambu said her daughter's death was due to a relative attacking her earlier Loving mother from Banana, county of…
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has shed light on his recent meeting with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga amid growing speculation that the agenda was linked to a possible replacement for Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Kang’ata, however, clarified that his meeting with Raila, which took place on the morning of October 16, 2024, focused on other…
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is seeking to harness the growing leisure running community in the vast US market that is currently estimated at 50 million runners, to drive tourism to Kenya by promoting it as an ideal destination for running vacations and races. The strategic move is part of KTB’s efforts to tap…
A public school for mentally handicapped children in Ol Jororok Constituency is appealing for help to construct dormitories and classrooms, among other amenities, to meet growing demand for admission of mentally challenged pupils. The school that caters for learners with special needs in Nyandarua West Sub County intends to increase the capacity to hold the…
The statement issued on Wednesday by the organization stated that since June the authorities have been arbitrarily arresting hundreds of opposition supporters, blocking social networks, banning private media, and has been linked to the kidnapping and arbitrary killing of eight government critics. Oryem Nyeko, a senior African researcher at the organization Human Rights Watch He…
An angry mob set fire to a brand new Toyota Land Cruiser after the driver allegedly hit a couple in Ruaka A video has emerged showing the owner of the luxury car asking the angry crowd not to burn it Despite his pleas, the crowd ignored him and burnt his KSh 27 million luxury car…
Back-to-back Impala Floodlit champions KCB RFC will begin their title defense against Kenya University’s Blak Blad. The Rugby 15s season is set to kick-off this weekend on October 19 at the Impala Club with the Impala Floodlit showdown. As per Kenya Rugby Union, the tournament draw held at the Impala Club on Tuesday, October 15…
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua lost his bid to halt the ongoing impeachment process against him on Tuesday. The High Court in Nairobi denied his request to stop his Senate impeachment trial, which is set to take place today and Thursday. Justice Chacha Mwita emphasized the importance of the separation of powers, stating that Parliament must…
The popular comedian and digital content creator Millicent Ayuwa widely known as Dem wa Facebook has reminisced times she was head over heels for Mumias East Member of Parliament Peter Salasya. Taking to her Instagram account on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, Dem wa Facebook narrated how back then as a newbie in the entertainment industry…
The National Assembly has resolved to alter its calendar to hold sittings on Friday, 18th October 2024 ahead of the planned short recess next week to address urgent matters. The MPs will commence morning and afternoon sessions at 9.30 a.m. and 2.30 p.m. respectively to consider priority business, including mediated Bills. The motion was moved…
The World Animal Protection (WAP) is calling for urgent action to create food systems that prioritise the welfare of animals, people, and the planet. The organisation notes that as the global population continues to grow, the demand for food is rising, necessitating the need for sustainable practices to guarantee food security and food justice through…