YouTube is frequently blocked on school networks, office Wi-Fi, and public systems. These restrictions often interrupt access to tutorials, lectures, and work-related content without warning. In most cases, YouTube blocks are applied at the network level, not at the account level. This means the network administrator has told the router to block any traffic requesting…
The government has empowered chiefs and assistant chiefs to serve as primary identifiers in a nationwide identity registration drive. The initiative is aimed at ensuring all Kenyans acquire national documents without unnecessary delays or bureaucratic hurdles. Speaking during a sensitisation forum for chiefs and assistant chiefs at the Bandari Maritime Academy in Mombasa, Principal Secretary (PS)…
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior reacts during the EFL Cup semi-final first leg vs Arsenal at Stamford Bridge, in London on January 14, 2026. [Ben STANSALL/ AFP] Liam Rosenior admitted Chelsea paid the price for costly mistakes after Arsenal took advantage of his side’s blunders to win 3-2 in the League Cup semi-final first leg…
Nigerian music stars continued to make an impact in 2025. Nigeria’s music stars made a mark in Afrobeats, R&B, and in Hip-Hop. These Nigerian musicians continued to show their skills through extensive collaborations. 2025 saw Nigeria’s music industry continue to boast of its most musicians to chart on both local and international charts. This article…
Nyoro, Babu accuses own parties of losing direction ahead of 2027. [File, Standard] Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro and his Embakasi East counterpart Babu Owino have criticised the leadership of their own parties, saying the parties have lost direction ahead of the 2027 general election. Nyoro, once a key figure in the ruling United Democratic Alliance…
The Central Organization of Trade Unions (COTU) has welcomed a High Court ruling that temporarily blocks government entities from hiring private advocates and law firms, calling it a crucial step toward safeguarding public resources and strengthening in-house legal capacity. The conservatory order, issued on Monday, halts the engagement, procurement, and payment of external legal services…
Jet Bet lets football fans make the most of the AFCON semi-finals by turning every thrilling moment into smart, exciting, and potentially rewarding bets. The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is reaching its most exciting stage the semi-finals. With only four teams left battling for continental glory, every goal, tackle, and decision matters. This is…
Members of the Rastafari Society of Kenya appeared before Justice Bahati Mwamuye on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, as they pursue a landmark case seeking the legalisation of Marijuana. The society is challenging sections of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Control Act that criminalise the cultivation, possession, and use of cannabis, arguing that the laws…
A police officer has faced public outrage after a video showed him brutally abusing his nine-year-old daughter While in a special interview with TUKO.co.ke, Brenda Naftal, the child’s mother, claimed a history of domestic violence and the challenges of seeking help The officer involved admitted to injuring his daughter, but said it was an incorrect…
Petroleum prices remain unchanged in December EPRA review. [File, Standard] The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (Epra) has reduced fuel prices effective Wednesday, with petrol dropping Sh2 per litre while diesel and kerosene fall Sh1 each. In Nairobi, petrol will retail at Sh182.52, diesel at Sh170.47 and kerosene at Sh153.78 per litre following the latest…
Former AFC Leopards coach Gilbert Selebwa has urged caution, suggesting the Harambee Stars face major questions as they look ahead to the 2027 AFCON. As the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco heads towards its climax, the football world is already looking ahead to 2027, when Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania will co-host the tournament….
Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki has reiterated the government’s ambitious plan to transform Kenya into a first-world economy within a single generation, stressing that the goal is achievable if the country remains focused on people-centred development, technology, and strategic partnerships. Speaking at the 14th Development Partners Forum 2026 in Karen, Nairobi, Prof. Kindiki asserted that…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has reflected on key moments in her life and career, sharing lessons on growth and perseverance. Jamaican sprinting legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce recently took to social media to share three pivotal moments that have shaped her life and career, highlighting her first Olympic victory in 2008, the achievement of earning a college degree, and…
An autopsy has confirmed that 35-year-old Samuel Macharia, a seasoned Mt Kenya guide who went missing during a climbing expedition last month, died from asphyxia, finally providing his family with answers after weeks of uncertainty. Asphyxia occurs when the body does not receive enough oxygen due to blocked breathing, a condition that can quickly lead…
Serahfina Godian John died a day after making unusual statements and saying goodbye to her parents with touching words Her mother, Neema Meshack, said Serahfina was healthy and well, which made her last words and actions all the more disturbing and painful. Although she believes her daughter is in God’s hands, Neema expressed deep sadness,…