The National Police Service (NPS) says 31 people lost their lives in road accidents within the first week of 2026 Police blame reckless driving, speeding, drunk driving, and boda boda violations for the killings IG Douglas Kanja ordered a crackdown on breathalyzers, PSV checks, and black spot patrols The National Police Service has outlined a…
World Athletics is providing significant funding to aid the rebuilding of Jamaica’s athletics programs following Hurricane Melissa. World Athletics has committed US$100,000 (nearly J$16 million) to support Jamaica’s track and field community as it recovers from the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa. The announcement was made by World Athletics President Sebastian Coe at the conclusion…
Mother Ida Odinga has urged ODM leaders to embrace dialogue and unity, warning that internal conflicts risk tarnishing Raila Odinga’s legacy ODM has continued to split since Raila’s death, with factions clashing over their relationship with President William Ruto and the inclusive government. ODM Secretary General, Senator Edwin Sifuna, getting support from Oburu Oginga and…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during an interview at his home. [File, Standard] The operators of Business Bay Square mall in Eastleigh have formally petitioned the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) to investigate and prosecute former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over remarks they claim amount to ethnic contempt and hate speech. This follows Gachagua’s…
Reece Prescod has announced he will come out of retirement to compete in the controversial Enhanced Games in Las Vegas, joining Fred Kerley. British sprinter Reece Prescod has announced his participation in the inaugural Enhanced Games, a controversial event that permits the use of performance-enhancing drugs. The competition, dubbed the “Olympics on steroids,” is scheduled…
The hopes of reopening the Nakuru War Memorial Hospital are dwindling, two years after it was shut down by the County Government of Nakuru in January 2024. Despite eight court orders from the Environment and Land Courts in Nakuru and Nyandarua, and the Court of Appeal, no significant steps have been made for the hospital to be reopened and…
Nigeria’s players have threatened relegation from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations ahead of their quarter-final match The three-time champions are expected to meet the 2019 champions, Algeria, on Saturday in a fierce match between two African giants Their preparations for the match could be hampered by their recent spat with the Nigeria Football Federation…
Daniel Ebenyo Simiu celebrates winning the Senior men 10km Race during the 3rd edition of the Sirikwa Classic World Cross Country Tour event at the Lobo village, Eldoret on February 03, 2024. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya’s senior men runners will hoping to reclaim the elusive individual gold at the World Cross Country Championships in Tallahassee, Florida…
Pastor James Irungu, the young man who took the internet by storm after trying to hug a tree for 80 hours, unfortunately did not reach his goal, but well-meaning Kenyans are defending him When Irungu came out, some Kenyans accused him of trying to imitate Turphena, who broke his 48-hour challenge to create awareness of…
COTU secretary general Francis Atwoli questioned former president Uhuru Kenyatta’s political influence ahead of the 2027 General Election Atwoli questioned claims that Uhuru’s support could have given Jubilee deputy leader Fred Matiang’i the House. He pointed to confusion within Raila’s 2022 campaign, saying Uhuru’s involvement lacked clear coordination with the frontline teams Warning Matiang’i to…
AFC Leopards players celebrate a goal during a past FKF Premier League match at Dandora Stadium in Nairobi on April 26, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] AFC Leopards moved top of the SportPesa Premier League table on Wednesday after seeing off Nairobi United 2-0 in a rescheduled midweek match played at Nyayo National Stadium. Ingwe had…
Pitso Mosimane and Mamelodi Sundowns have confirmed talks, but key issues must be resolved before any progress can be made. Negotiations between Mamelodi Sundowns and former coach Pitso Mosimane are underway, but reports of an imminent agreement may be premature as significant details are still being ironed out. Speculation about a sensational reunion began in…
The owners of the BBS commercial center in Eastleigh street have filed a case with the NCIC due to Rigathi Gachagua’s remarks about the fraud scandal in Minnesota.
On Thursday, January 8, newspapers turned their attention to the intensifying political chessboard, detailing shifting alliances and planned moves as leaders put themselves in place early, with the 2027 General Election looming. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Thursday, January 8. Screenshots: Daily Nation, The Standard, The Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC 1. The Star…
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has launched investigations into doctors from Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) who publicly claimed to have witnessed or certified alleged “miracle cures” during a recent faith-healing crusade in Nakuru. MTRH management has confirmed that it is fully cooperating with the medical regulator and has already begun…