Long-distance icon Kamathi on what has killed Kenya’s competitiveness in men’s 10,000m racing

Kenyan legend Charles Kamathi attributes Kenya’s recent struggles in the 10,000m to a shift toward road racing, which he believes has eroded essential sprinting speed and track specialization in Kenyan athletes. The 2001 world 10,000m champion Charles Kamathi has spoken out about the reasons behind Kenya’s fading dominance in the men’s 10,000m. Kamathi, the only…

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Zimbabwe eyes new host city for crucial 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Kenya’s Harambee Stars

Zimbabwe are considering relocating their final AFCON Qualifier against Kenya aiming to improve logistical conditions and training facilities. Zimbabwe national team head coach Michael Nees has revealed that the Warriors are exploring the possibility of relocating their final Group J AFCON qualifiers home match against Kenya to Polokwane. Set to take place in November 15,…

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Public participation in Gachagua impeachment was flawed, his lawyers say

Impeached Deputy President RIgathi Gachagua with his lawyer Paul Muite. [Collins Kweyu Ogina. Standard] Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday mounted a vigorous defense against his removal from office, challenging the public participation process. His legal team argued that the process was flawed and lacked adequate public participation. “In these proceedings, we are witnessing…

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[WATCH] Gabby Thomas and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone thrill fans in latest New Balance commercial

Gabby Thomas and Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone appeared together in a thrilling New Balance commercial that has left fans of both track stars delighted. Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and Gabby Thomas, two of America’s most celebrated track stars, recently united off the track for an electrifying New Balance commercial. Known for their dominance and record-breaking performances, McLaughlin-Levrone and Thomas…

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Lessons Kenya can learn from UK, US on forging a fairer, more competitive labour market

Njeri Wagacha, Partner at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr (CDH) Kenya. Non-compete clauses have always been ingrained into job market. Although originally designed to protect employer interests, they restrict employees from seizing better opportunities in their industries. While these provisions are generally set in stone and accepted, recent developments in the UK and US as well as…

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Shabana’s Dalphine Omuri reflects on historic CECAFA U-20 AFCON qualification with Kenya’s Rising Stars

Omuri played a key role in helping Rising Stars seal qualification to the 2025 U-20 AFCON. Shabana’s Dalphine Omuri has reflected on his experience at the concluded CECAFA U-20 AFCON qualifiers, which saw Kenya’s Rising Stars qualify for the U-20 AFCON tournament for the first time since 1972. Omuri, frequently utilised as an impact substitute…

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