Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto. [File, Standard] Cabinet has approved sweeping payroll reforms following a special audit that uncovered widespread manipulation of 4.7 million records by 720 system editors within the Government Human Resource Information System-Kenya (HRIS-K). The audit of the 2024-2025 financial year disclosed failures in governance, integrity and cybersecurity, with instances of…
British runner Georgia Hunter Bell has shared some of her new race tactics which she is hoping to use to beat her rivals who include Kenya’s Faith Kipyegon. Olympics 1,500m bronze medalist Georgia Hunter Bell has opened up on a new race strategy that she is getting used to as she looks to succeed on…
In Rabat, preparations for the 2030 FIFA World Cup are already translating into a tripartite economic dynamic between Morocco, Spain, and Portugal, with public and private stakeholders outlining the contours of a legacy set to extend far beyond the sporting arena. At the Mohammed VI Football Complex—now a showcase of Morocco’s sporting and institutional development—the…
Audio By Vocalize English Premier League football match between Newcastle United and Brentford at St James’ Park in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, north east England on February 7, 2026. [AFP] Pep Guardiola said on Tuesday Manchester City must address a habit of second half slumps if they are to retain any hope of chasing down Arsenal…
Audio By Vocalize Senate Speaker Amason Kingi during the National Youth Opportunities Towards Advancement (NYOTA) programme on February 6, 2026. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The Senate has accused the Council of Governors (CoG) of engaging in public mudslinging following claims of extortion and intimidation by the Senate County Public Accounts Committee (CPAC). Senate Speaker Amason Kingi…
Audio By Vocalize Pakistan’s Babar Azam plays a shot during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup group stage match between Pakistan and USA at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Colombo on February 10, 2026. [AFP] India said Tuesday it would be “a challenge” to face a “quality” Pakistan team in…
Trailblazers Volleyball Club has signed Malawian International Griffin Lwazi. The signing of Lwazi brings to two the number of Malawian Internationals signed by the Kenyan club and joins compatriot Moses Mzumara who has been with the club for one year. Trailblazers Volleyball Club Chairman Julius Leshan said the arrival of the experienced outside hitter…
US sprint legend Michael Johnson has come up with various proposals aimed at fixing his failed project Grand Slam Track with athletes to benefit more. Michael Johnson’s beleaguered Grand Slam Track league has filed a reorganization plan in a bid to emerge from bankruptcy and secure its future. The proposal, submitted Monday in US Bankruptcy…
Djibouti continued to strengthen its reputation as one of Africa’s emerging football development hubs as high‑profile delegates attending the CECAFA Elective General Assembly toured the FIFA Talent Academy in Djibouti City. The visit showcased the country’s growing investment in youth football and its commitment to building a sustainable future for the sport. The delegation included…
Former Harambee Stars boss Jacob Ghost Mulee thinks Nairobi United were superior to Moroccan giants Wydad AC but lack of experience let them down. Nairobi United have been praised for displaying a great game in their CAF Confederation Cup match against Moroccan giants Wydad Athletic Club. Naibos lost their fifth straight group stage game in…
Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto (L) and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua. [File, Standard] Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has challenged President William Ruto to account for promises made to Northern Kenya since his election in 2022, a day before the President begins his three-day tour of the region. Gachagua said the…
Djibouti underscored its emerging prominence in African football governance by hosting the CECAFA Elective General Assembly last weekend, which brought together 22 football leaders and senior officials from across the continent. This esteemed gathering marked a crucial juncture in CECAFA’s recent history, as delegates chose new leadership to steer the federation for the next four…
The Harambee Stars coach is reportedly being considered for the head coach role at Algerian club USM Alger. Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy is reportedly a top candidate for the head coach position at Algerian top-flight club USM Alger. Reports from Algeria suggest that the South African tactician is on a shortlist to succeed Abdelhak…
Kenya Rugby Union,KRU, has secured a Ksh.3Million sponsorship from Kenya Power Foundation with the sponsorship going into the funding the activities of the Under -16 rugby series which will be organized during the forthcoming HSBC Sevens 2 scheduled February 14-15th at Nyayo National Stadium,Nairobi. At least 96 young players drawn from across the country are…
Kaizer Chiefs coach Khalil Ben Youssef has stirred controversy after claiming his team is not being treated well by fixture planners who ‘seem to favour’ rivals Orlando Pirates. Kaizer Chiefs co-coach Khalil Ben Youssef has made claims of favouritism towards one of their key rivals when it comes to arranging fixtures. Ben Youssef feels his…