Kenyan star Mohammed Bajaber made a memorable debut for Simba as he scored with his first touch just after his introduction following a four-month wait. Mohammed Bajaber had a dream debut for Tanzanian giants Simba when he netted on his first-ever appearance for the club. Bajaber joined Simba in August but had to wait for…
Details have emerged of how Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officers were implicated in the alleged theft of a portion of the massive methamphetamine consignment seized during a high-level multi-agency operation on October 25, 2025. A routine anti-narcotics operation in Mombasa led to the arrest of a woman suspected of dealing crystal meth, with detectives discovering…
Manchester United legend Roy Keane has hit out at his ex-team for lacking quality and intensity after dropping points from a winning position against West Ham. Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has launched a scathing attack on his old club, accusing the players of being “frightened” and lacking quality after they were held to…
Charles Odongo of Top Fry Nakuru RFC celebrates after scoring a try against Nondescripts during the Kenya cup match played at Nakuru Athletics Club on February 9,2019. [File, Standard] Former Kenya Cup League champions Nakuru RFC are mourning their former international backrow and lethal winger Charles ‘Obako’ Odongoz. Odongo, who has been one of their…
Gor Mahia’s architect meets AFC Leopards’ wrecking ball in a high-stakes tactical duel that will decide the 98th Mashemeji Derby. Gor Mahia will host AFC Leopards in a fixture that often transcends simple statistics, but this Sunday, the outcome may well be decided by a single, personal vendetta in the center circle. Strikers may hunt…
Impala Hockey Club’s Levis Omondi and Peter Muinde of Peter Axiom in a Kenya Hockey Union Premier League match. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The trophy is USIU-A and former champions Butali’s to lose thanks to their eight-point lead. Lakers top the women’s table as holders Blazers keep title hopes alive in second place. The battle for…
The Mashemeji Derby’s fate lies in shadow wars—from supernatural rituals to sonic battles—waged far beyond the pitch. On Sunday, the ninety-eighth chapter of the Mashemeji Derby will be written not just by the twenty-two players on the Nyayo National Stadium turf, but by the thousands of invisible hands pulling strings from the sidelines. The tactical…
Today, sports fans enjoy an experience that is completely different from what they experienced many years ago. There is no longer a need to sit for hours in front of the TV or wait for the late sports news to get the latest updates. Smartphones are a gateway to live information, providing instant and seamless…
Harambee Starlets coach Beldin Odemba reacts in a past match at Nyayo Stadium. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] With less than four months to go before the kick-off the 2026 Women Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon), Harambee Starlets have embarked on their preparations for their return to the continental stage. Their first stop was in Blida, Algeria…
Kenyan star Mohammed Bajaber could see his fortunes change for the better at Tanzanian giants Simba following another coaching change at the club. Harambee Stars forward Mohamed Bajaber could be about to get a new lease of life at Tanzanian giants Simba SC after the club effected another technical change. Bajaber has endured a frustrating…
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Kenya’s world 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi, Kenya’s long distance and steeplechase athlete Edmund Serem, Kenya’s London Marathon and Berlin Marathon champion Sabastian Sawe, President’s award from President of World Athletics. [AFP] After illustrious World Athletics awards in Monaco on Sunday night, the country’s superstars are buoyed by another historic recognition. Despite missing out on the…
Angola coach Patrice Beaumelle has slammed FIFA for not showing the African Cup of Nations respect after extending the player release date to favour European clubs. Angola coach Patrice Beaumelle has hit out at FIFA for what he feels is bending the rules to favour European clubs at the expense of African nations. This follows…
Former Italian tennis player Nicola Pietrangeli poses at the ATP Rome Open tennis tournament at Foro Italico in Rome on May 11, 2022. [AFP] Nicola Pietrangeli, a two-time winner of the French Open, has died at the age of 92, Italy’s tennis federation announced yesterday. “Italian tennis is mourning an icon. Nicola Pietrangeli, the only…
A former Arsenal star feels Mikel Arteta could end up leaving Arsenal at the end of this season if he secures a major trophy to join one of Europe’s top sides. Former Arsenal midfielder Emmanuel Petit has voiced concerns that Mikel Arteta could depart the club on a high note if he secures a major…