CAF president Patrice Motsepe has dropped a hint on who between Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda will host the opening match of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Following confirmation that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be staged next year as initially planned in East Africa, attention quickly shifted to how the matches will…
Former prime minister Raila Odinga’s final send-off. [File, Standard] The family of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga is facing the prospect of an implosion as sharp divisions on succession politics in ODM and the political direction of the party create a sharp crack in ideology in one of the country’s most formidable…
Harambee Stars boss Benni McCarthy believes Jose Mourinho’s words in his biography will change a lot of perception about him after being mis-profiled for long. Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy has expressed his delight at having legendary manager Jose Mourinho pen the foreword for his biography. McCarthy released his highly-awaited biography titled ‘BENNI’ at the…
Former prime minister Raila Odinga’s final send-off. [File, Standard] The family of the late ODM leader Raila Odinga is facing the prospect of an implosion as sharp divisions on succession politics in ODM and the political direction of the party create a sharp crack in ideology in one of the country’s most formidable…
President William Ruto during NYOTA disbursement programme in Wajir Stadium, Wajir County. [PCS] A man in a white shirt and blue jeans emerged from behind the podium and sprinted directly towards the President. The incident, the third one in less than a year, has sent shockwaves among security circles. For a few gut-wrenching seconds at…
The Confederation of African Football has made it clear that Morocco remains the host for the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations as initially planned. Harambee Starlets can continue planning to play in Morocco during the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations after the Confederation of African Football (CAF) confirmed that it is yet to…
Siaya Governor James Orengo has called for a comprehensive account of the circumstances surrounding the death of veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga, saying many questions remain unanswered and must eventually be addressed. Speaking in Nairobi on Thursday, Orengo said Raila Odinga’s passing continues to trouble his supporters and many Kenyans, insisting that authorities must pursue…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has responded to Aden Duale’s challenge for a televised debate, stating that he is above the health cabinet secretary. CS Duale had challenged Gachagua on Wednesday to a televised debate on development in the northeastern region. Duale issued the challenge during a youth empowerment event at Garissa High School, where…
President William Ruto has taken aim at former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, declaring that he is the least qualified person to speak on issues related to relief food distribution. Speaking in Mandera on Thursday, Ruto responded to remarks Gachagua made on Tuesday while addressing the media at the DCP party headquarters in Nairobi. During that…
President William Ruto, ODM leader Oburu Oginga, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and other leaders during Genowa Governor’s Cup at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay Town on December 28, 2025. [File, Standard] President William Ruto’s hand in the unfolding sequence of explosive events in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, including the…
President William Ruto has announced the reopening of the Kenya-Somalia border, bringing to an end the 15-year closure of the Mandera border post. Speaking during the NYOTA Capital Disbursement event at Mandera Stadium on Thursday, February 12, 2026, Ruto said the decision follows years of consultations and thorough security assessments. He described the reopening as…
President William Ruto, ODM leader Oburu Oginga, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and other leaders during Genowa Governor’s Cup at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay Town on December 28, 2025. [File, Standard] President William Ruto’s hand in the unfolding sequence of explosive events in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party, including the…
Audio By Vocalize President Willima Ruto with his deputy Kithure Kindiki in Mandera on Thursday, during the disbursement of Sh63 million in NYOTA Business Start-Up Capital to 2,520 beneficiaries. [PCS] President William Ruto will officiate the reopening of the Kenya-Somalia border in April, ending a 15-year closure imposed during the Al-Shabaab insurgency. Speaking at Mandera…
Audio By Vocalize Manchester United’s co-owner Jim Ratcliffe. [Oli SCARFF / AFP] A leading British football anti-discrimination body on Thursday slammed as “disgraceful” comments by Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe claiming the “UK has been colonised by immigrants”. Billionaire businessman Ratcliffe, founder and chairman of the Ineos chemicals company, made the remarks in a television…
The High Court has summoned a crucial witness to testify in the ongoing investigation into the mysterious disappearance of security expert Mwenda Mbijiwe, a case that has remained unresolved since 2021. Justice Martin Moya issued the directive following an application by Evans Ondieki, the lawyer representing Mbijiwe’s family, during a recent court hearing. In an…