Council of Governors members led by their Chairman Ahmed Abdullahi (centre) during a media briefing on disbursement of devolution funds in Nairobi on November 18, 2024. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Governors have voiced their support for the Social Health Authority (SHA), urging Kenyans and stakeholders to refrain from premature criticism of the newly introduced healthcare programme. Led by the Council…
Junelle Bromfield has credited her late mother for inspiring her athletics journey and noted that she was the only person who would attend her track meets faithfully. Noah Lyles’ girlfriend Junelle Bromfield has opened up about how her late mother Sandra was a very important part of her athletics journey and how her loss still…
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone opened up about when she deleted her social media accounts before making her Olympic debut at the age of 16. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone is undoubtedly one of the most chilled athletes but at some point, she was forced to quit social media for a while following some unforeseen circumstances. The 400m hurdles world record…
Snider Undisa, a KCSE candidate at Friends School Womulalu fainted and passed away before completing his examination The incident devastated his mother, who struggled to make sure he was given high school scholarships, but now he's left with hospital bills. “I wish God would let you finish your final exam and get your results,” his…
Several users worldwide experienced disruptions while using the Meta-owned instant messaging app WhatsApp, with many highlighting problems accessing the platform’s web version. The disruption has led to widespread frustration, with numerous users voicing their concerns on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter). Many expressed how the issue has impacted their daily communication, particularly for…
A fake notice circulated on social media claiming that Ezekiel Mutua has been suspended as the CEO of MCSK Blogger Cyprian Nyakundi shared the fake notice, citing reasons for legal disputes Mutua dismissed the rumors and described them as mere gossip and clarified that he is still in office The Executive Director of the Music…
Political activist Morara Kebaso has turned to prayer as he prepares for a step in his political career. In a statement shared on his X account on Monday, November 25, Kebaso sought clarity from God regarding his political aspirations. “Lord, if it is you who is sending me, give me a sign. I don’t want…
Athletics Kenya secured a multi-million sponsorship from Betika to support events throughout the 2024/25 season. Athletics Kenya has landed a major financial boost from Betika ahead of the 2024/25 Athletics Kenya weekend meetings and remaining editions of the cross-country series. Betika pumped a tune of Ksh 15 million to cover the cost of organising both…
The High Court has issued a conservatory order temporarily suspending the privileges and immunities granted to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation under Kenya’s Privileges and Immunities Act, following a petition by the Law Society of Kenya. Justice Bahati Mwamuye of the Milimani High Court ruled that the privileges conferred will remain suspended pending the…
The CCTV footage has brought a new chapter in the case of the brutal attack against the businessman Florence Wanjiku. In the clip, Florence is caught driving a saloon car and hits Elias Njeru's SUV several times in anger Njeru managed to stop him before the two left with his car, and then the record…
In an effort to enhance healthcare accessibility, the Nairobi City County Government has announced plans to increase the enrolment of members from cooperatives and Savings and Credit Cooperative Organisations (SACCOS) in the Social Health Insurance (SHA) programme. The strategic move is designed to boost health coverage for the city’s informal sector, which plays a pivotal…
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called for the formation of a special police unit within the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) to deal with rising cases of femicide in the country. Waiguru said the unit within the existing structure of DCI will help in probing and stopping the ongoing killings of women in the country….
The met department has revealed that the rainfall witnessed in most parts of the country is set to persist until Wednesday, November 27, 2024. In an update, the weatherman highlighted that the rainy streak will continue in the regions of Siaya, Kisumu, Homabay, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Trans Nzoia, Baringo, Uasin Gishu, Elgeyo-Marakwet, Nandi, Nakuru, Narok,…
Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has called for the formation of a special police unit within the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and other relevant agencies to deal with rising cases of femicide in the country. While terming femicide as the most extreme manifestation of violence against women, the Governor said a long-term solution to the…
Zuchu announced his breakup with Diamond Platnumz on November 12, due to mutual agreement The two stars were later seen traveling together and having fun like they were inseparable before Diamond's friend Baba Levo confirmed that they resolved their differences and are happily back together Tanzanian musicians Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu have reunited just a…