Tyson Otieno, who recently left Kenya Police, has heaped praise on his brother Austine Odhiambo, who is currently part of the Harambee Stars squad for CHAN 2024. Gor Mahia midfielder Austin Odhiambo has earned praise from his brother Tyson Otieno as he continues helping Harambee Stars chase African Nations Championships (CHAN) 2024 glory. Otieno, who…
Government has clarified who is footing the huge bill of the Harambee Stars win bonuses that will see the team pocket up to Ksh600 million if they win the tournament. With President William Ruto’s pledge to reward Harambee Stars players millions in bonuses at the 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024), questions have been raised…
ODM youth activist Kasmuel McOure has explained former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s proposed framework for conducting the upcoming national conclave. Speaking during a local radio interview on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, McOure said the opposition leader wants the process to begin at the grassroots level, with delegates drawn from all 47 counties. According to McOure,…
President William Ruto with opposition leader Raila Odinga. [File, Standard] President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga have formed a five-member committee to oversee the implementation of their joint 10-point agenda agreed in March. The committee, chaired by former Nominated Senator Agnes Zani, will lead the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed…
Gor Mahia defender Alphonce Omija has reflected on his famous goalline clearance during Harambee Stars’ 1-0 win over DR Congo in their first CHAN 2024 clash at Kasarani Stadium. Gor Mahia defender Alphonce Omija has reflected on his heroic goalline clearance during Harambee Stars’ 1-0 win over DR Congo in their opening 2024 African Nations…
The Ministry of Cooperatives and MSMEs Development has rejected a report by the Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) that calls for the scrapping of the Hustler Fund. In a statement issued on Monday, August 4, Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya dismissed the report as misleading, lacking professionalism, and driven by political bias. “Our attention has been…
President William Ruto insists he is the right man for the job, declaring that he possesses the right mix of experience, education, and resolve to usher Kenya into a new chapter of growth and transformation. During a meeting with leaders from Tharaka-Nithi County at State House, Nairobi, Ruto dismissed his critics and doubled down on his…
Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi has launched a scathing attack on President William Ruto’s close aide, Farouk Kibet, accusing him of disrespecting women leaders by frequently asking them to dance during public events. While addressing residents in his constituency on Sunday, August 3, 2025, Amisi didn’t hold back. He criticised what he called a…
National football team Harambee Stars at the Kasarani Stadium during a past training session. [Harambee Stars, X] Kenya’s national football team, Harambee Stars, could walk away with a staggering Sh1 billion in bonuses if they win the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), following a fresh pledge by former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko. On Sunday, Sonko…
A groundkeeper pulls a wheelbarrow as he applies final touches at the Kasarani in Nairobi on July 28, 2025. [Simon Maina, AFP] As Kenya prepares its biggest-ever football hosting job this weekend, locals are wondering why they can’t buy tickets, with some accusing the government of filling the stadium with supporters to avoid hostile chants. …
Gor Mahia playmaker Austin Odhiambo scored the only goal of the game as Harambee Stars survived DR Congo’s onslaught to begin CHAN 2024 with a win. Harambee Stars started their 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024) campaign in victorious fashion as Austin Odhiambo’s goal handed them a 1-0 win against against DR Congo at Kasarani…
Harambee Stars players are set to become Ksh1 million richer after President William Ruto promised each of them the amount for every win at CHAN 2024. Harambee Stars players have become instant millionaires thanks to their opening day win over DR Congo in the 2024 African Nations Championships (CHAN 2024). Kenya had a dream start…
EAC, SADC and AU agree to merge DRC peace missions. [PCS] The East African Community (EAC), Southern African Development Community (SADC), and African Union (AU) have agreed to merge their mediation frameworks into a single, African-led process in peace-keeping efforts in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The decision was made during a meeting convened…
Kenya’s opposition leaders have sounded the alarm over a 25,000-metric-tonne consignment of imported sugar docked at the Port of Mombasa, which they allege is contaminated and unfit for human consumption. Despite these concerns, they say the government has shockingly cleared the sugar for repackaging in a Western Kenya factory, raising public health fears. Speaking at…
The former assistant coach has shared insights into Viktor Gyokeres’ character that hint at why he is built for success at Arsenal. New Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has been lauded for his relentless work ethic that has impressed coaches throughout his career, suggesting he is primed for success at Arsenal. The Gunners secured the 27-year-old…