Wheat production in Kenya is set to increase after the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), in partnership with the Kenya Agriculture and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), inaugurated a Sh1.3 billion (USD 1 million) rust research greenhouse facility at the KALRO Center in Njoro, Nakuru County. CIMMYT Director General Dr. Bram Hovartz said the facility…
Keely Hodgkinson has reflected on the challenges of maintaining her Olympic champion status. Keely Hodgkinson has opened up about the one major challenge she has faced since winning the Olympic gold medal in the 800m. At the Paris Olympic Games, Hodgkinson outsmarted very strong women including reigning world champion Mary Moraa to claim top honours…
Thomas Frank is among the three potential managers to replace Ange Postecoglou at Tottenham Hotspur. Brentford manager Thomas Frank has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham Hotspur’s head coach. According to Sky Sports News, Tottenham are looking to move swiftly following Ange Postecoglou’s unexpected departure on Friday evening. While Thomas…
The U-20 Kenya National Football team Rising Stars, are banking on three key FKF Premier League players as they eye historic World Cup qualification. Kenya’s U-20 national football team, the Rising Stars, are gearing up for the upcoming U-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Egypt, set to take place between April 26 and May…
Despite finishing third in Rabat, Olympic champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi remains confident in his progress while focusing on the World Championships. Reigning Olympic 800m champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi is not disappointed with his third-place finish at the Diamond League Meeting in Rabat. Emmanuel Wanyonyi went into the race as a favourite to win, but failed to live…
The High Court will begin the trial into teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang’s death on March 17, 2026, marking a significant moment in a case that has captured national attention and put Kenya’s police conduct under intense scrutiny. Justice Diana Kavedza, who is handling the case, issued clear pretrial directions to keep things moving. She…
Luca Zidane reflected on his decision to represent Algeria and his emotions after a memorable AFCON debut that helped launch the team’s revival. Algeria emphatically ended a six-year wait for a victory at the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations on Wednesday, launching their Morocco 2025 campaign with a dominant 3-0 win over Sudan in Rabat….
The daughter of President William Ruto, Charlene Ruto, broke her silence after the arrest of a young writer who published a book about her without her consent Kisii University graduate Webster Ochora Elijah was arrested for allegedly pretending Charlene in an unauthorized publication Charlene defended the legal action, citing abuse of identity and violations of…
Saturday night witnessed South African coach allegedly subjected to racist abuse by IR Tanger’s coaching staff during a tense 2-2 draw prompting calls for greater respect in African football. South African coach Rulani Mokwena has spoken out about alleged racist abuse he experienced from the opposing team’s staff in Morocco. The incident reportedly took place…
Rescue efforts ongoing at a collapsed building in Nairobi’s South C estate along Muhoho avenue. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] At least two people who are trapped inside the 16-storey building under construction that collapsed in Nairobi’s South C estate early this morning are feared dead. Families of two people trapped and identified as guards who were…
A man from the Shibuli area of the Lurambi parliament in Kakamega appeared to claim that he was a ‘third god’ Alfred Ndeta, older, told TUKO.co.ke in a special interview that he was the father of Jesus He also claimed that he received a call from the Holy Spirit, which led him to move from…
Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mihika Linturi. speaking during a past function PHOTO/@mithika_Linturi/X Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi now claims that he was not in the country when a consignment of fertiliser, later deemed fake, was procured and allowed into Kenya. Mithika says he had travelled to the Central African Republic for a state…
The wreckage of the matatu that was involved in an accident at the Kariandusi area in Gilgil along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway, on January 19, 2026. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Seven people died on the spot in a road accident involving four vehicles on Monday at Kariandusi in Gilgil on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway. Gilgil Sub-County…
Borrowers across Kenya can breathe a sigh of relief as the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) chose to hold its benchmark lending rate steady despite a turbulent global economy. Following its meeting on April 8, 2026, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) maintained the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 8.75 percent, a move that signals confidence…
A family in Kisii county was deeply saddened by the sudden death of their son, Joel, shortly after returning home. Joel had traveled home to celebrate his son’s good KCSE results, but the joy turned to tragedy His father, Isaiah Sanduku, narrated what happened from the time Joel arrived home until he was found dead…