The Kenya under 17 Women’s soccer team, Junior Starlets held their final training session at VSTS -Parque Central ahead of their second FIFA U17 World Cup group C match against North Korea tonight in the Dominican Republic. The match is set to kick off at 11pm East Africa Time. The Kenyan girls lost their…
Kariobangi Sharks extended their unbeaten run with a draw against AFC Leopards as Tusker defeated FC Talanta. The FKF Premier League action continued on Sunday with three fierce encounters as unbeaten Kariobangi Sharks played host to AFC Leopards at the Machakos Stadium while Tusker welcomed FC Talanta at the same venue. Meanwhile, the Kinoru Stadium…
Yalemzerf Yehualaw returned to winning ways at the Amsterdam Marathon, winning the World Athletics Platinum Label road race in a course record of 2:16:52. Tsegaye Getachew made it an Ethiopian double as he regained the title he won two years ago, winning the men’s race in 2:05:38 in a close finish from compatriot Boki…
Veteran Jamaican star Yohan Blake has declared himself the best 200m runner ever, reflecting on career regrets and missed opportunities. Former world champion Yohan Blake has boldly declared himself as “arguably” the greatest 200 meters runner in history. The 33-year-old Jamaican sprinter, known for his explosive speed and fierce competitiveness, reflected on his stellar career…
The fight for this year’s FIA World Rally Championship is set to go down to the wire after Ott Tänak claimed a dramatic victory at Central European Rally on Sunday. In yet another twist to what has been a thrilling 2024 season, Tänak took the win by 7.0sec after Sébastien Ogier crashed his Toyota…
Jonah Ayunga and his St Mirren teammates faced harsh criticism from manager Stephen Robinson after a heavy 4-0 defeat. Harambee Stars striker Jonah Ayunga and his St Mirren teammates found themselves on the receiving end of a scathing criticism from their head coach, Stephen Robinson after a humiliating 4-0 loss to Heart of Midlothian. The…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has provided an update on the collapsed building in Kahawa West. In his second update regarding the situation on Sunday, October 20, 2024, the Nairobi County boss assured the country that minimal casualties are expected. Sakaja announced that so far, one lady had been rescued who was injured while outside the…
Hosts Tanzania beat Kenya 2-1 to win the CECAFA region AFCON under 20 qualifiers final at KMC stadium in Dar es Salaam. Both Tanzania and Kenya will represent the CECAFA region at next years AFCON U20 competition in South Africa. AFC Leopards forward Hassan Beja gave Rising stars the lead two minutes into the…
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone shared personal and professional sacrifices made to balance her relationship and career with coach Bob Kersee. Four-time Olympic gold medalist Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone has once again proven that success in the world of track and field is not just about athletic ability—it is about making the right choices off the track as well. In…
Justin Gatlin has shared insights on an American sprinter’s pursuit of records set by legends like Usain Bolt and Asafa Powell. American sprint legend Justin Gatlin has shared his thoughts on the rising ambitions of fellow countryman and Olympic gold medalist Noah Lyles. According to Gatlin, Lyles has his eyes set on rewriting sprinting history,…
Tanzania bounced back from a goal down to beat Kenya 2-1 to clinch the U-20 CECAFA AFCON qualifying trophy on Sunday afternoon. Rising Stars were involved in disappointing collapse as Tanzania came from a goal down to beat Salim Babu’s charges 2-1 in the final of the CECAFA U-20 AFCON qualifiers that took place at…
Cole Palmer has revealed his ambitious goal to spend his entire career at chelsea while eying football’s most prestigious award. Chelsea’s Cole Palmer has opened up about his long-term aspirations with the club, including his desire to win football’s most prestigious individual award, the Ballon d’Or. The 21-year-old forward has made an impressive start at…
The defending champions Gor Mahia continued their strong start in league action with a 3-0 thrashing of Posta Rangers. Gor Mahia continued their strong start to the season with a convincing 3-0 victory over Posta Rangers in their 2nd FKF Premier League fixture at the Machakos Stadium on Saturday. However, despite the dominant display, head…
Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua with his wife, Dorcas. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Impeached Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says his life is in danger. Gachagua made the revelation to Kenyans on Sunday afternoon, shortly after being discharged from Karen Hospital where he was admitted with chest pains on Sunday. While addressing journalists at the hospital, Gachagua…
Loice Chemnung has set a new course record at the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon leading a strong Kenyan performance. Loice Chemnung etched her name into the record books after a stunning performance at the third edition of the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon held on Sunday at the iconic Japan National Stadium. The 27-year-old Kenyan long-distance…