Gout, the teen sensation could be the one who finally breaks Usain Bolts records that have stood for the longest Australia’s world U20 silver medallist Gout Gout reckons that there’s more to come from him after achieving another milestone in 200m. Gout clocked 20.04 seconds over 200m at the Australian All Schools Championships in Brisbane…
Civil society organizations (CSOs) in Siaya County are urging the national and county governments to establish robust follow-up mechanisms to address the increasing cases of gender-based violence (GBV), particularly targeting widows. Speaking during an event in Ukwala, Ugenya Sub-county, to mark 30 years of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, Siaya Muungano Network Program…
Jamaican reggae artist Etana has voiced her frustration after her scheduled performance at the Good Times Festival, set for December 7th at Jamhuri Park, was abruptly cancelled. Taking to social media, Etana pointed fingers at the organisers of the Furaha Festival, accusing them of orchestrating the cancellation to prioritise their event. The Furaha Festival, held…
Detectives from the Operations Support Unit have arrested Steve Okoth Odek, also known as David Bett, for orchestrating a fake gold scam that defrauded a foreign national of USD 256,000 in a scheme involving over 500kg of fake gold. Investigations revealed that the victim entered into two separate gold purchase agreements with the suspect. On…
Reggae and Roots sensation Etana has apologised to her fans following the cancellation of her highly anticipated event dubbed Good Vibes Festival which was scheduled for today, Saturday, December 7, 2024. Speaking to K24 TV shortly after the cancellation of her show, an emotional Etana expressed regret and apologised to her fans over the mishap….
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta on Saturday, December 7, 2024, attended a colourful wedding in Naivasha where Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka’s daughter walked down the aisle. The former president graced the event while donning his white signature fedora hat and a blue traditional shirt. In a statement, Kalonzo appreciated Uhuru for attending the high-profile event,…
Uasin Gishu County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Lands, Physical Planning & Housing, Janet Kosgei, has been arrested by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) over multiple allegations of extorting money from citizens seeking services in her office. Kosgei was released on Thursday on police bail pending the conclusion of investigations. The senior official was…
Kenya has launched its first-ever Diplomat’s Playbook on Artificial Intelligence (AI) Governance, a strategic guide designed to empower Kenyan diplomats to navigate the complex global AI policy landscape effectively. Released on Friday, December 6, 2024, by the Office of the Special Envoy on Technology, the playbook underscores Kenya’s commitment to ethical and inclusive AI governance,…
Vehicle dealers and showroom operators with unregistered vehicles have two weeks to ensure all motor vehicles in their yards are registered on the NTSA portal. In a public notice issued on Friday, December 6, 2024, and signed by NTSA Director General George Njao, the authority warned that dealers must comply by Monday, December 16, 2024,…
Gout Gout is tipped to rule sprints and has been likened to legendary Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt who remains the greatest ever sprinter in history. Australian teenage sensation Gout Gout has entered the record books by becoming the fastest 16-year-old in history over 200m. He ran the distance in 20.04 seconds during the Australian schools…
Central Bank Governor Kamau Thugge. [File, Standard] The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) is grappling with a new headache as banks continue to freeze loans and exhibit reluctance in lowering lending rates despite the latest reduction in the Central Bank Rate (CBR). Thursday marked the third time this year that the regulator has cut its…
Modern Coast bus company on Saturday, December 7, 2024, confirmed a fire incident involving one of its buses plying the Nairobi- Kampala route. In a statement, the transportation company explained that bus number Modern 4 burst into flames near Gilgil Weigh Bridge along the Naivasha-Nakuru highway. The company however informed the country that no passenger…
The inaugural Nomadic Arts Festival launched in spectacular fashion at the Oshwal Centre on Friday, December 6th. Curated by Content House under the stewardship of Jackie Lebo, the festival was supported by a diverse array of partners with a shared vision of promoting and preserving nomadic culture on a global stage. The evening was a…
Olympics 100m champion Noah Lyles has given his opinion on whether he would be comfortable running at Grand Slam Track in Jamaica following threats to his fiancé Junelle Bromfield. American sprint king Noah Lyles is among some star names yet to sign up for Michael Johnson’s Grand Slam Track that will gun off with the…
The government has been urged to collaborate with Resident Associations (RAs) to digitize operations and services as part of efforts to transform Nairobi into a smart, 24-hour economy city. Jubilee Holdings Ltd Group CEO Julius Kipng’etich emphasized that Resident Associations are made up of professionals and talents with the capacity to drive Nairobi’s transformation into…