Usain Bolt hinted that he could return to professional sport in a different discipline, leaving fans curious about what the future might hold for the retired sprinting legend. Though he has retired from competitive track, Usain Bolt has revealed the sport he might return to at a professional level. It has been nine years since…
On Saturday, January 17, newspapers highlighted the political changes in the country, explaining how leaders are quietly changing alliances and positioning themselves strategically as the race for the 2027 General Election begins to gain momentum. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Saturday, January 17. Photos/screenshots: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Weekend Star and Taifa Leo.Source:…
President William Ruto’s administration plans to extend the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) to Kisumu and Malaba The government explained why it chose the southern route over the northern route, noting that it would save taxpayers billions of shillings. The proposed SGR Phase 2B project will cross five counties, creating a transportation corridor that has the…
Ian Godfrey and his mother, Rehema, wept yesterday after being denied admission to Republic Boys High School Today, the two are all smiles after the 12-year-old finally secured a place in Class 10, thanks to a lot of help from good Samaritans. Ian, whose widowed mother works as a nanny in Githurai 45, had initially…
Miguel Cardoso will remain in charge for Mamelodi Sundowns’ next match as talks over Pitso Mosimane’s potential return are paused. Mamelodi Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso will remain in the dugout for the team’s upcoming Betway Premiership match against Orbit College on Monday, but his long-term future at the club is far from secure. Cardoso has…
Jamie Excell in a past action. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] As the Maria Bencivenga Memorial Cup gets underway at Nairobi Polo Club this afternoon, questions arise as to who will be the Most Valuable Player at the end of the two-day tournament. The MVP diadem puts pressure on all players who will take part in the…
The National United Forum (NUP) reported that presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, was forcibly taken from his home in a military operation According to NUP, the helicopter that landed in Bobi Wine area came with security officers who turned off the electricity The opposition party claimed that Bobi Wine was flown…
On January 15, Uganda held its 12th General Election since independence, with President Yoweri Museveni leading by a wide margin of seven candidates. A day after the vote, Museveni had received more than 5 million votes, accounting for 75 percent of the votes counted, with Bobi Wine following with 20 percent Bobi rejected the results,…
Ulinzi Stars defender Brian Birgen (left) in action against AFC Leopards’ Victor Omune during their SportPesa Premier League match at Nyayo Stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Nemesis AFC Leopards and Gor Mahia will be in the spotlight when round 17 of the SportPesa Premier League continues this weekend, with today and tomorrow matches expected to have…
Hussein Mohammed outlined Kenya’s transport plans for AFCON 2027, while noting that significant work remains to ensure a successful tournament. Football Kenya Federation president Hussein Mohammed has outlined plans for transport and other preparations ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Hussein Mohammed is currently in Morocco for AFCON 2025, observing operations to gather…
Noah Lyles opened his indoor season with an eye-catching win, setting the stage for tougher tests ahead against fellow American stars Trayvon Bromell and Vernon Norwood. Noah Lyles launched his indoor season with an impressive win in the 300m at the Carnes Invitational in Florida, marking his first race at this distance since 2017. The…
Senegal has formally raised concerns over fairness and organisation ahead of the AFCON final against host nation Morocco, calling on CAF to intervene. The Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) has lodged serious complaints against Morocco, citing a “lack of fair play” in the lead-up to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final on Sunday. In a…
Policemen caught on CCTV brutalising Nandi residents. [Courtesy] Adark cloud of fury hangs over Nandi Hills town following a harrowing night raid in which police officers are accused not only of brutalising residents but also of stealing from them. The incident exposes a chilling new low in police misconduct, transforming law enforcers into alleged robbers…
Dominick Rutto and Naftali Chumba (right) of General Service Unit (GSU) during their Kenya Cup match against Kenya Army at Kasarani Gymnasium last year. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Reigning Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) men’s Kenya Cup champions General Service Unit (GSU) made their intention to retain the title clear yesterday with a victory over Prisons Nairobi. …
MMUST RFC captain Veron Kaburu (left) in a past match. [Washington Onyango, Standard] Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST) rugby team will be hunting their first win of the Kenya Cup season when they host Impala RFC at Masinde Muliro University in a crucial lower-table clash today at MMUST Grounds in Kakamega. The…