Ruth Chepng’etich will look to redeem herself in the London Marathon after finishing ninth last year but faces competition from Peres Jepchirchir and Olympic champion Sifan Hassan. World marathon record holder Ruth Chepng’etich wants to lower Peres Jepchirchir’s London Marathon record of 2:16:16 set last year. Chepng’etich, the three-time Chicago marathon champion, will face stiff competition…
Ferdinand Omanyala believes his African 100m record of 9.77 seconds is secure, despite strong competition from fellow sprinters such as Letsile Tebogo and Akani Simbine. Commonwealth Games champion Ferdinand Omanyala believes there is no formidable threat to his African record as he plans to lower that time even further. The African record stands at 9.77…
Plain cloth police officers arrest a protestor during anti-government demonstrations along Moi Avenue in Nairobi, on July 16, 2024. [File, Standard] Desperately trying to secure his son’s release from captivity, a distressed Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi knew only one person could help – President William Ruto. His statement to investigative agencies on Tuesday…
Kenya will be hosting the 2024 African Nations Championship, marking a historic first for Harambee Stars in the finals. The Harambee Stars have been pitted against two-time champions Morocco, Angola , DR Congo and Zambia in Group A of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Drawn in what many observers consider one of the toughest…
The 57-year-old Colin Jackson reveals a lifelong hidden battle in a compelling new documentary about resilience and triumph. Sometimes the most captivating stories in sport are not just about the glory but the battles fought behind the scenes. Colin Jackson, widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in Welsh history, has stunned fans with…
Both Sha’Carri Richardson and Usain Bolt reveal a shared truth about the unseen journey to fleeting Olympics moments. Olympic silver medalist Sha’Carri Richardson is one of the fastest women alive, and it’s no surprise that her perspective on track and field resonates with that of one of the world’s fastest men, Usain Bolt. Bolt once…
Ruth Chepng’etich has her sights set on breaking records at the London Marathon against elite rivals Hassan and Jepchirchir. World marathon record holder Ruth Chepng’etich is set to headline the elite women’s race at the London Marathon on April 27, 2025. Months after her groundbreaking run in Chicago, where she became the first woman to…
Kenyan multitalented singer and songwriter Bien Aimé Alusa Baraza is set to perform at the Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) final draw on Wednesday night, January 25, 2025, from 8 pm at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC). Taking to the Confederation of African Football (CAF) official Instagram handle, the organisers of the CHAN final draw…
The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) Wednesday convened a high-level National Codex meeting in Nairobi, bringing together representatives of government ministries and agencies representatives and policymakers to strengthen Kenya’s commitment to the Codex Alimentarius standards for food safety and trade. The high-level policy and decision makers’ engagement was intended to disseminate East African Community (EAC)…
From: Cabinet Secretary nominees Lee Kinyanjui, William Kabogo and Mutahi Kagwe. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] When former Health Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, former Kiambu Governor William Kabogo and former Nakuru Governor Lee Kinyanjui appeared in Parliament for vetting on Tuesday, they had grand plans of revamping President William Ruto administration once they assume office. For people considered to…
The Nairobi Polo Club, in partnership with Tanqueray, has officially launched the January Polo Season, setting the stage for an exhilarating series of matches and vibrant entertainment. The season kicked off in spectacular fashion with the Davis Cup, held on 11-12 January, marking the beginning of a thrilling tournament schedule that will unfold throughout January…
Fred Kerley played American football back in high school as a corner back who “liked to hit people’ but chose the world. Fred Kerley the reigning American bronze medalist and 2022 World Champion in the 100 meters, recently opened up about his decision to forgo a potential career in the NFL to pursue a path…
Masika, who joined Gor Mahia in January 2024, has revealed how being at the club has made him develop a “winner’s mentality”. Gor Mahia attacker Musa Masika has candidly discussed the immense pressure that comes with donning the colors of Kenya’s most decorated football club. Yet, despite the challenges, Masika is brimming with confidence that…
Northern Ireland will forever remember Thelma Hopkins, a trailblazing athlete whose achievements redefined excellence across multiple sports. One of the greatest athletes to represent Northern Ireland, Thelma Hopkins passed away at the age of 88 in Edmonton, Canada, on January 10. Hopkins, a trailblazer in athletics and a versatile sportswoman, left behind a legacy of…
Sifan Hassan has disclosed that she is just a normal person and feels things deeply and what sets her apart is the ability to keep on trying even on days she is afraid. Many view Sifan Hassan as a superhuman, but the Olympic marathon champion has admitted to feeling the nerves even as she attempts…