A top CAF official has commented on claims that AFCON 2025 hosts Morocco were favoured by match officials due to instructions from above. Amid accusations that the Confederation of African Football (CAF) favoured Morocco at the just-concluded 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, an official from the organisation has refuted the claims. CAF have been slammed…
Beatrice Chebet celebrates after winning the women’s 10000m final during the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo on September 13, 2025. [AFP] Kenya will know in September this year whether it will host the 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships, the most prestigious international track and field event. The country, which has dominated the…
Rulani Mokwena has addressed growing Kaizer Chiefs speculation while providing an update on his situation at MC Alger. MC Alger head coach Rulani Mokwena has firmly shut down speculation linking him with a potential return to coach in South Africa, especially the growing links with Kaizer Chiefs. The former Mamelodi Sundowns coach stated that he…
Jubilee presidential candidate Fred Matiangi and Deputy party leader Jeremiah Kioni at the party’s headquarters in Nairobi on January 22, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Jeremiah Kioni has been appointed as one of the Jubilee Party’s deputy party leaders following fresh changes within the outfit. In the changes announced yesterday, Kioni, the immediate former secretary general,…
Africa’s fastest man has confirmed that IShowSpeed contacted him for a race but decided against it, citing professional and logistical concerns. Africa’s fastest man, Ferdinand Omanyala, has confirmed that IShowSpeed did actually reach out to him, perhaps through his management, about a potential head-to-head ahead of his visit to Kenya. In a previous interview, Ferdinand…
Jubilee presidential candidate Fred Matiangi and Deputy party leader Jeremiah Kioni at the party’s headquarters in Nairobi on January 22, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Jeremiah Kioni has been appointed as one of the Jubilee Party’s deputy party leaders following fresh changes within the outfit. In the changes announced yesterday, Kioni, the immediate former secretary general,…
Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has apologised for his dramatic AFCON final protest, saying his actions were driven by emotion and a desire to protect his players. Senegal coach Pape Thiaw has shared a lengthy post on his Instagram page, expressing his apologies as he pointed out why he directed his players off the pitch in…
The 2026 Tokyo Marathon will feature a star-studded elite field with record-breaking potential on both the men’s and women’s sides. As the Tokyo Marathon prepares to celebrate its landmark 20th anniversary, the 2026 edition is shaping up to be a historic assault on the record books. The Race Director has made his intentions clear, aiming…
President William Ruto signs a bill into law at State House. [PCS] High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye had ruled that President William Ruto violated the Constitution by appointing 21 advisors. He has said the appointment was done in secrecy, opaque and illegal as SRC and PSC were not involved. He has also ruled that the…
Hellen Obiri will be absent from the 2026 Boston Marathon, where organisers have unveiled a star-studded and highly competitive women’s field. The Boston Athletic Association (B.A.A.) has unveiled a historic professional women’s field for the 130th Boston Marathon, with two-time champion Hellen Obiri notably missing. The lineup, which features athletes from 18 countries, is highlighted…
Senior government officers on Wednesday evening attended the third Presidential Thanksgiving Service for Public Servants at the All Saints Cathedral, during which the importance of integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct in public service was emphasised. Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service, Felix Koskei, led the senior team of staff at the thanksgiving accompanied…
The former world record holder is reportedly among a group of top athletes linked with a switch of allegiance to Turkey ahead of the LA 2028 Olympics. Former world marathon record holder Brigid Kosgei has been linked with a switch of allegiance to Turkey ahead of the LA 2028 Olympic Games. Multiple reports have claimed…
The Ivorian legend’s praise of Mamelodi Sundowns’ performance has been viewed as a subtle show of support for Miguel Cardoso. Ivorian football legend Salomon Kalou has lauded the quality of South African football after watching Mamelodi Sundowns secure a 2-0 victory over Orbit College. The former Chelsea forward attended his first-ever DStv Premiership match at…
United Democratic Alliance (UDA) nominated Senator Karen Nyamu has dismissed the opposition, asserting that none of its members can mount a serious challenge against President William Ruto in the upcoming general elections. Nyamu described individuals who recently joined the opposition as united only by a shared fate of losing to Ruto, despite growing chants calling…
The reigning world 100m silver medallist has made his expectations clear ahead of his indoor season debut in Stockholm. Reigning world 100m silver medallist Kishane Thompson is set to headline the BAUHAUS-galan Indoor on January 22, promising one of the most anticipated international sprint battles of the winter season. In Stockholm, Kishane Thompson will go…