Hussein Ali Mwinyi won a second term as president of Zanzibar after getting 74.8 percent of the vote, according to official results The ruling CCM party extended its decades-long rule as the number of voters reached 88 percent across the islands In his victory speech, Mwinyi encouraged unity and promised reforms to strengthen the governance…
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja dismissed rumors claiming there was a plot to remove Moses Wetang’ula as National Assembly Speaker. Speaking at a church service in Khwisero, Kakamega County, Sakaja assured the public that there were no such plans and urged those eyeing the position to abandon their ambitions. “I was concerned when I heard the…
Africa’s fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala remained positive despite losing to Akani Simbine at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix. Africa’s fastest man Ferdinand Omanyala has detailed why he was not disappointed to lose the 100m race to Akani Simbine at the Botswana Golden Grand Prix. Ferdinand Omanyala went into the race as the defending champion, having…
Lawyer Miguna Miguna has apologized to Rigathi Gachagua after mistakenly sharing a fake report about the power sharing agreement with Kalonzo Musyoka He explained that although they differ on the politics of the Gachagua tribe, he rejects the propaganda and lies used to spread division Miguna also accused some actors sponsored by the government of…
Pretoria, South Africa — 06 March 2026 — Betting.za.com, a leading South African information site for online betting and gambling, has welcomed the publication of draft amendments to the National Gambling Regulations, 2004 in Government Gazette No. 54106 (10 February 2026), issued by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition under Government Notice R. 7113….
#Arts&Culture #Feature For decades, Nyatiti ruled the entertainment scene among the Luo community. No ceremony, be it a wedding or a memorial celebration, was complete without either a Nyatiti or Ohangla (Orutu) player being invited to entertain the assembled guests. But the advent of the guitar and other modern instruments has over the years relegated…
Julien Alfred has shared why she is still in awe at how she was received by her country following her heroic Olympics performance. Paris Olympics 100m champion Julien Alfred has said the hero’s welcome she received after her glory in the French capital is a feeling she will live to value in her career. Her…
International departures terminal at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi, on December 5, 2024. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] The government has long recognised the need to modernise Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), Kenya’s primary gateway, which is crucial for its tourism, trade, and aviation sectors. However, past efforts to attract investment have been marred by controversy….
‘Glory belongs to God’ – Rihanna celebrates A$AP Rocky being found not guilty Barbadian singer and entrepreneur Rihanna Fenty. PHOTO/@badgalriri/Instagram Barbadian singer and entrepreneur Rihanna has expressed gratitude after her partner, rapper A$AP Rocky was found not guilty in his 2021 shooting trial. The verdict, delivered by a Los Angeles jury on Tuesday, brings…
Police from Nyahururu Police Station on Monday night nabbed two suspects and recovered assorted house items worth of thousands of shillings after a night raid In Nyahururu town. This followed an intelligent report of a suspicious house leading to a security operation during which the two suspects were…
Hillary Okeyo went viral after she struggled to read Kiswahili during a live broadcast at the Piny Luo Festival in Migori Despite receiving many calls and text messages, the young man responded positively, saying he did not regret coming forward to present live despite not being a journalist. Okeyo expressed satisfaction with his widespread presentation,…
Jessie Knight has transitioned from Olympic hurdler to primary school teacher, finding fulfillment beyond the track with a new purpose. British 400m hurdler Jessie Knight has been sprinting into a new phase of life, trading the roar of stadium crowds for the playful shouts of a school playground. The Olympic and World Championship semi-finalist shocked…
Noah Lyles has opened up on his busy schedule as a superstar track and field athlete. American sprint sensation Noah Lyles has revealed how his schedule has intensified as his career has progressed, with his days now filled with training, media obligations, and major projects. Lyles, who holds the American record in the 200m with…
Pastor Ezekiel Odero spoke about President William Ruto ditching his famous Kaunda suits and opting for a coat. The preacher, while addressing the congregation, said that all chaos and problems would end and asked them to calm down His words met mixed reactions after he said that, as a spiritual leader, he saw things before…
Former Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mihika Linturi. speaking during a past function PHOTO/@mithika_Linturi/XFormer Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has come out to claim that he was not fully in charge of the docket assigned to him by President William Ruto when the fake fertiliser scandal blew up. Speaking to a local TV station on Tuesday, May…