Benson Kipruto outkicked Alexander Mutiso to win the New York City Marathon as Eliud Kipchoge endured a challenging race. Benson Kipruto claimed top honours in the men’s race at the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 3. Benson Kipruto edged out compatriot Alexander Mutiso in a thrilling sprint finish, his powerful surge securing a…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua warned President William Ruto against insulting and disrespecting Mt Kenya leaders Gachagua expressed his anger at the leaders of Mount Kenya cheering for Ruto despite his remarks that humiliate and offend the community He accused the president of betraying those who brought him to power to harm their children by…
ODM secretary general Edwin Sifuna has ignored UDA’s efforts to build unity with ODM in the November by-elections He criticized Deputy President Kithure Kindiki for allegedly confusing voters by claiming that UDA and ODM will present their respective ‘broad-based’ candidates in the by-elections. Kindiki had announced that the UDA would support the ODM candidate in…
Marathoner Edward Cheserek (left) and his training mates Brian Kibor (centre) and Meshack Lelgut during a training session. [Peter Ochieng, Standard] For six Kenyan men,Saturday`s Ekiden de Paris marathon relay is literally a race against time. The squad of Copenhagen Half Marathon winner Edward Cheserek, John Lomoni, Amos Kipkemoi, Brian Kibor, Ezra Ondiso and Elisha…
Supporters of Tanzania’s ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) presidential candidate and incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan wave flags and chant slogans during the party’s closing campaign rally in Mwanza on October 28, 2025.[AFP] President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been declared the winner of Tanzania’s presidential election. She had an unprecedented 98 per cent of…
Tanzania’s ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) presidential candidate and incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan delivers her remarks during the party’s closing campaign rally in Mwanza on October 28, 2025.[AFP] As expected, the declaration of President Samia Suluhu Hassan as the winner of the just concluded presidential elections in Tanzania yesterday was rejected and condemned…
African Union (AU) Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf poses for a photograph at the Embassy of Djibouti in Addis Ababa, on December 11, 2024. [AFP] African Union Commission Chairperson Mahmoud Youssouf has congratulated Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu on her election victory. Suluhu was on Saturday, November 1, announced the winner by the electoral commission, securing 97.66…
ODM secretary general Edwin Sifuna still insists that the party will nominate its presidential candidate in 2027 He assured his supporters that ODM remains strong and united, with capable leaders ready to continue Raila Odinga’s legacy. Sifuna’s declaration came as some ODM members were pushing for an alliance with President William Ruto’s UDA Secretary General…
Tanzania plunged into chaos after its citizens protested in the streets after the 2025 General Election The United States government has now warned its citizens against traveling to the East African country The government also listed several precautionary measures to take to keep yourself safe The US government has issued a travel advisory warning its…
A section of the flood South B,on 23rd April 2025,after Heavy downpour in Nairobi county.[Edward Kiplimo,Standard] The Ministry of Interior has issued an advisory on the impact of the ongoing October to December short rains across the country. This follows the retrieval of 13 bodies after Friday night’s downpour. According to the Ministry,…
Tanzania’s ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) presidential candidate and incumbent President Samia Suluhu Hassan delivers her remarks during the party’s closing campaign rally in Mwanza on October 28, 2025.[AFP] As thousands protested in the streets across major cities in Tanzania, it became increasingly clear how far besieged President Samia Suluhu, the first woman to…
More than 20 people are feared dead and several houses destroyed following mudslides that occurred in Chesongoch, Elgeyo Marakwet. It is reported that the disaster occurred after the Enoow River broke its banks due to heavy rains that fell in parts of the country, passing through houses and leaving a trail of destruction. In a…
Married women in Kenya will now be required to return dowry to their former husbands if a marriage ends, following a landmark ruling by the High Court in Kisii. The decision has sparked nationwide debate on gender equality and traditional marriage customs. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlimited…
Pastor Ezekiel Odero claimed he was meant to board the light plane that crashed in Diani on October 28 The crash killed all 11 passengers on board, including the pilot, co-pilot, and officers who were traveling to the Maasai Mara National Park The Kilifi-based preacher says he felt a divine warning not to travel, prompting…
Emirates announced the cancellation of flights to and from Tanzania, citing civil unrest in the East African country The international airline apologized to customers for the inconvenience, noting that it was monitoring the situation Young people in Tanzania have flocked to the streets to protest the 2025 General Election, which they described as unfair One…