No merger took place; UDA says after court ruling on ANC

United Democratic Alliance Deputy Party, Issa Timamy at Bunge Tower, Nairobi on November 11, 2024[Boniface Okendo, Standard] The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has dismissed reports  that it merged with Amani National Congress (ANC), saying the dissolution of ANC was voluntary and legally binding. In a statement dated January 23, UDA second deputy party…

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Will Kenya Police pop champagne and end Gor dominance?

Kenya Police FC players celebrate Mohammed Bajaber’s goal against Bidco United FC during their FKF Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Nairobi on February 15, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] For the past 15 years, the FKF Premier League title has been a two-club affair as record Kenyan champions Gor Mahia and Tusker exchanged victory…

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Ruto Warns, Kenya’s Progress at Risk If Criticism Continues Without Factual Basis

President William Ruto has called on Kenyans to offer honest and fact-based criticism while challenging the policies of his Kenya Kwanza administration. Speaking at the Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens on Thursday, Ruto warned that the nation risks stagnation if citizens continue to focus solely on negativity instead of constructive dialogue. The President emphasized…

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Baseball federation rolls out training for teachers

Baseball5 national team coach Joel Wa-Ngicho conducts a technical training for physical education teachers in Kisii County on Friday. [Baseball Federation of Kenya]  Baseball Kenya has rolled out training for sports teachers across the country ahead of the introduction of the discipline in the secondary school games calendar. The national body of the sport, in collaboration…

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FIFA steps up crackdown on online abuse, strengthens protection for players and officials

FIFA has intensifies crackdown on online abuse with expanded SMPS [FIFA] FIFA has stepped up its battle against online abuse, unveiling expanded actions and strict measures designed to safeguard players, officials, and football communities around the world. The announcements come as FIFA marked the International Day for Tolerance yesterday, reaffirming its commitment to respect and…

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