Kenyan defender instrumental as Bristol City batter Wayne Rooney’s Plymouth in Championship encounter

The defenderwas rock solid in an unorthodox right back role as Bristol City trounced Wayne Rooney’s Plymouth Agyle 4-0 on Saturday to boost their Premier League promotion hopes. Harambee Stars defender Zak Vyner played a pivotal role in Bristol City’s emphatic 4-0 victory over Plymouth Argyle at Ashton Gate on Saturday, piling further pressure on…

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‘Learn from me’ – Lucy Kabuu advises female athletes against making relationship mistakes amid Ksh70m property dispute

Former Commonwealth champion Lucy Kabuu has told famale athletes to be wary of the men they fall in love with to avoid exploitation and cases of Gender-Based Violence. Athletes living and training in Ngong, Kajiado have called for wide-ranging reforms to eliminate gender-based violence (GBV) and financial exploitation of athletes. The athletes said the two issues…

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‘If I have to fight, I will fight’- Marion Jones on why she stepped back into the spotlight

The American sprint legend Marion Jones attempts to rebuild her tarnished image through reality TV, reflecting on past mistakes and resilience. Retired American sprinter Marion Jones is attempting to rebuild her public image after years in the shadows.  A quarter-century after her Olympic triumphs in Sydney, the disgraced former track star has resurfaced on reality…

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Will this man, Charles Nyachae, be the next IEBC chairman?

IEBC chair nominee Charles Nyachae when he appeared before the selection panel in Nairobi on March 24, 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard] Charles Ayieko Nyachae is no stranger to power, legacy, or controversy. The 67-year-old lawyer has spent a lifetime navigating the complex intersections of law, politics, and public service often with a towering family name behind him….

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Musingu seek redemption at East Africa games

Highway Secondary School football player vies for the ball against Musingu Boys player during their match at Gusii Stadium. [File, Standard] National boys’ football silver medallists Musingu High School are imploring the gods of football to smile at them as they look to shine at this year’s Federation of East Africa Secondary Schools…

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‘I don’t see why you can’t pay athletes a million dollars’ – Canadian sprint legend slams ‘for profit’ IOC for failing to compensate Olympic athletes

The International Olympic Comittee has never awarded Olympic athletes financially despite making loads of profit from the quadrenial games. Canadian sprint icon Donovan Bailey has launched a scathing critique of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for not offering financial rewards to athletes, despite the substantial profits generated from the quadrennial event.  Bailey, who set a…

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King Mohammed VI successfully underwent surgery on his shoulder

King Mohammed VI of Morocco successfully Underwent surgery on his left shoulder at Royal Palace Clinic in Rabat yesterday. This was after falling down during a usual sporting activity that traumatized his left shoulder, causing a fracture to the humerus. According to the statement from the Royal Palace,the fracture required surgery, which was successfully performed…

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Kindiki suggests a plan to excite Cecily Mbarire Uda: “He left the young men to shout”

The controversy in the UDA ruling party after Kithure Kindiki signaled Embu governor Cecily Mbarire, the party's national chairman will be dismissed Kindiki accused Mbarire of disrupting the party's efforts and failing The controversy comes several months after former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua removed from office The ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) seems to face…

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Video: Raila Odinga supporters ‘Ruto Must Go’ at his Karen home

Raila Odinga’s supporters gathered at his Karen home, mourning him with grass and blowing, demanding answers The state of frustration intensified as President William Ruto delayed addressing Raila’s death, thus sparking noise in demanding responsibility In the video, the brokenhearted supporters supported the vigil, expressing great public sadness and political tension Nairobi: Hundreds of sad…

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Is Chepkoech’s women’s 3000m steeplechase world record in jeopardy?

Standing since 2018, Beatrice Chepkoech’s women’s 3000m steeplechase world record faces rising challenges from Diana Chepkemoi and Winfred Yavi. World Under 20 3000m steeplechase bronze medalist Diana Chepkemoi has her sights set on an ambitious target this season—smashing the world record in the women’s 3000m steeplechase. This 17-year-old Kenyan prodigy is gearing up for what…

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