Jereem Richards said training alongside Noah Lyles inspired him to deliver one of his fastest races of the season. Jereem Richards delivered a commanding performance in the men’s 300 metres at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix, asserting his dominance from start to finish. The world 400m silver medallist crossed the line in an impressive…
US Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Cory Booker condemned Uganda’s January 15, 2026 election as undemocratic, citing harassment of journalists and illegal arrests of opposition leaders They criticized President Museveni’s government for shutting down the internet and warned that such actions violate citizens’ rights to freedom of expression Urging President Trump to act, the senators urged…
Wanjiru, a Murang’a woman married to an American-Polish man, shared a video showing their romantic relationship during a visit to her village During the visit, Wanjiru’s white lover was given a traditional task, which he struggled to fulfill when he recorded his failed attempt. Social media users camped out in the comments section, sharing hilarious…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigation has launched an investigation into the death of Nairobi lawyer Chris Mwenda at Meridian Equator Hospital Post-mortem results revealed that Mwenda died of respiratory depression and hypoxia caused by propofol given outside safe clinical limits. The case became more complicated after the Kenya Bar Association raised concerns about the delayed…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has called on politicians to avoid divisive narratives on education matters, stressing that every Kenyan child has an equal right to quality education in any school across the country. Speaking during the official opening of the newly constructed Nambale Urban Primary and Junior comprehensive School on Friday, Wetangula said no…
The Principal Secretary for Immigration and Citizen Services, Mr. Belio Kipsang, has led a sensitisation forum for chiefs, assistant chiefs, and other national government officers to strengthen the implementation of government programmes at the grassroots level. The forum, held in Isiolo town, brought together local administrators and officers from various departments across all sub-counties. Kipsang…
More than 500 Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nakuru County received supportive devices in a major relief initiative aimed at enhancing their mobility and independence. The mobility aids were donated by Through The Roof, a UK-based Christian disability charity, in partnership with Dr. Bishop David Gatua of Abundant Hope of Glory Church, Elburgon. Beneficiaries who…
The Ministry of Education has reaffirmed its commitment to implementing a presidential directive that no learner should be denied access to education in public schools due to lack of school fees. Speaking at Moi Girls Isinya in Kajiado County on Friday, Basic Education Principal Secretary Amb. Prof. Julius Bitok said school principals have no justification…
Scenes from the accident involving a loaded petrol tanker after colliding head-on with another lorry along Nairobi’s Southern Bypass near the Swaminarayan tunnel bridge on January 24th,2026. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] One person has been killed after an oil tanker exploded following a head-on collision near the Swaminarayan tunnel on Nairobi’s Southern Bypass. Lang’ata Sub-County Police Commander Pius…
A section of the Nairobi Hospital stakeholders has expressed disappointment over a Court of Appeal decision that granted relief in favour of the facility’s management. Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access. Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly…
Njeri DeLeon, Emmanuel DeLeon, and Kairo Winkelpeck tragically died in an accident while on vacation in Kenya, leaving their families devastated Wangui Ndirangu and his family held an emotional funeral service in honor of their children at the International Christian Center in Nairobi Videos and photos posted on social media recorded the painful moments before…
President William Ruto warned schools against harassing parents through high-priced uniforms, some costing up to KSh 38,000 He accused the suppliers and schools of colluding to turn the uniform into a corrupt cow blocking admissions Ruto ordered that no child should be denied school because of uniforms, insisting government funding addresses learning needs President William…
When SHA CEO Dr Mercy Mwangangi officially assumed office after her appointment in April 2025. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard] Shocking revelations have emerged over the recruitment of senior county bosses at the Social Health Authority (SHA), with nearly half of the positions reportedly taken by individuals from just two communities. The revelations have sparked public uproar and…
A 22-year-old minibus driver, Ayanda Dludlu, is facing 14 counts of manslaughter after a fatal accident in Vanderbijlpark on January 19 that killed 14 students. Police say he recklessly tried to pass other vehicles on the road before colliding head-on with a sand truck in an avoidable crash. Dludlu, who also faces charges of attempted…
Darwin DeLeon seemed restless during the funeral service of his children, who lost their lives in a fatal road accident in Nakuru county The grieving father could not help but express his grief during the memorial service held in Nairobi, a situation that was seen in the touching photos that left many on the internet…