In a decisive vote at the National Assembly on Friday, October 18, 2024, Members of Parliament (MPs) overwhelmingly approved the nomination of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki as Kenya’s new Deputy President, cementing a major shift in the nation’s political landscape following the impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua. The vote, which saw an unprecedented show of…
The Senate has resolved to continue with the impeachment proceedings against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua despite his lawyer’s request for an adjournment to allow him time to recover and appear in person. Senior Counsel Paul Muite had urged the Senate to postpone the proceedings until Tuesday, citing Gachagua’s health condition and the need for the…
LOC chairman Nicholas Musonye inspects Nyayo Stadium on July 05, 2025, ahead of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) that kicks off on August 2, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Kenya is ready to welcome Africa for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), this is according to Nicholas Musonye, the head of the…
Indie Afro-soul singer Njerae becomes the second East African artist after Nikita Kering in 2021 to represent Kenya and East Africa as Apple Music’s Africa Rising stars. The recognition comes shortly after she released her new single “beg for it,” a love ballad that is already receiving support from fans across the region. Other recipients…
Charles Ong’onda Were was not ignoring his safety issues, perhaps because he had information or feelings about enemies who had bad intentions against him Kasipul’s killed MP was killed by a gunman on April 30 on Ngong Road, Nairobi, shortly after leaving parliament It was revealed that Were had a plan to move from his…
Babu Owino has dismissed reports that he will abandon the Nairobi gubernatorial race in favor of Kisumu The Member of Parliament for Embakasi East has repeatedly indicated that he will run for the City Hall seat in 2027 but has not yet officially confirmed his candidacy Babu will face incumbent Governor Johnson Sakaja, who is…
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during a previous address. [File, Standard] Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) seems to be grappling with an identity crisis. The opposition party is struggling to balance its position both inside and outside President William Ruto’s government, with party leaders frequently at odds over its direction. Some argue…
Djed Spence’s Tottenham face a daunting period that could ultimately shape the success of their campaign. Kenyan and England dual-national Djed Spence faces the drum in a season-defining period with Tottenham Hotspur. Spence’s Tottenham have been sub-par this season placing on the bottom-half of the Premier League log. On Sunday the side managed a 3-1…
Nineteen-year-old Mitchelle Kemunto died of a seizure just two days after completing her national exams Her grieving mother, Vane Moraa, revealed that her results were confirmed by the principal two days after their release Uncle Kemunto said that it was a double loss for the family after receiving the impressive results of their relatives Kisii…
The second week action of the 2025/2026 SportPesa League will be taking place across various part of the country, while Nairobi United and Kenya Police will be involved in continental action. Kenyan football fans have been urged to turn out in large numbers this weekend as the SportPesa League and continental action take centre stage…
Peres Jepchirchir’s act of generosity may have influenced the outcome of the Valencia Marathon. A moment of generosity may have cost reigning world champion Peres Jepchirchir a victory at the Valencia Trinidad Alfonso Zurich Marathon, after she shared her hydration bottle with a rival who then surged ahead to win. The event, known as the…
Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim has given reasons why he may have to walk away from the club amid their struggles in the Premier League. Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim has admitted that he may have to quit the club if he cannot quickly turn around their fortunes next season. United have been very poor…
Beginning July of this year, the government will bring all 47 counties under the Treasury Single Account (TSA) system to improve public funds management. The TSA is a unified structure that consolidates government bank accounts, optimizing the use of public cash resources. This initiative aims to streamline government finances and ensure transparency and efficiency in…
The former world half marathon record holder lowered the course record by 18 seconds as she defended her title in a 1-2 finish for Kenyan women in Barcelona. Kenya’s Joyciline Jepkosgei broke the course record as she defended her title at the eDreams Mitja Marato Barcelona by Brooks on Sunday. Jepkosgei won the race in…
Nakuru governor Susan Kihika at a past event. PHOTO/@susankihika/XNakuru Governor Susan Kihika has called on traffic police to enforce road safety regulations more diligently, following the fatal accident along the Njoro-Elburgon road in Nakuru County. The accident, which occurred on Thursday night, May 8, 2025, at Arimi, involved a 14-seater matatu and a lorry, resulting…