Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah arrested during during protests in Nairobi. [Courtesy] Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah was on Monday, December 30, arrested along with several human rights activists during protests in Nairobi against alleged state-abductions. The demonstrations aimed to highlight cases of forced disappearances in the country. Despite multiple attempts by police to detain the vocal…
A section of Enterprise Road in Nairobi’s Industrial area blocked after the river burst its banks following the heavy downpour on Friday night. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Deaths, wrecked property, floating cars and sheer devastation marked the Friday night downpour that left a trail of destruction in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi. Uncover the stories…
The 30-year-old triple jumper wanted gold in Paris at all cost and decided to evade going under the knife to realize her dream. Paris Olympics triple jump champion Thea LaFond has said skipping to go under the knife before the Paris Olympic Games was a harsh decision but was a blessing in disguise. Unknown to most of…
WhatsApp messages reveal how Patriarch Allois Cheruiyot spent his last time in the world has hurt the Catholics and other Kenyans According to Patriarch Allois, he was in the mountains and had left to attend a community meeting, which involves believers to meet for prayer and sermons In the mountains, the priest looked happy and…
Super Metro can now resume operations after securing an interim court order that temporarily lifts the suspension imposed by the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA). The Transport Licensing Appeals Board (TLAB) granted the order on Monday, March 24, blocking NTSA’s decision to halt the matatu operator’s services. TLAB Chairman Dr. Adrian Kamotho ruled that…
Former CJ David Maraga during a past function. PHOTO/@dkmaraga/XFormer Chief Justice David Maraga has condemned the directive from the Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) ordering media houses to halt live coverage of the June 25 protests, describing it as an illegal and retrogressive attack on the Constitution and press freedom. In a statement issued on…
Moahamed Salah has reflected on having doubts about rediscovering top form with Liverpool. Mohamed Salah has admitted he had doubts about rediscovering his top form before helping Liverpool win the Premier League title. The 32-year-old Egyptian forward had an outstanding season under Arne Slot, scoring 28 goals and providing 18 assists in the Premier League….
A family with two parents and four children, who have been walking across Kenya without knowing where they are going, have finally stopped their journey. Humanitarian activist, Sec Regen Kip, warned about the children being affected by bad weather, homelessness, medical services and education He followed them and helped them find temporary shelter in a…
Senegal forward Sadio Mane holds up the trophy as he celebrates with his teammates after winning the Africa Cup of Nations final against Morocco at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on January 18, 2026. (SEBASTIEN BOZON / AFP) Senegal stunned Morocco in Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations final…
In part two of Jackline Juma’s story, discover her inspiring rise to leadership and the challenges she overcame. On a continent where football is a way of life, Jackline Juma’s rise to coaching prominence is a story of persistence and passion. The 38-year-old gaffer’s appointment as head coach of FC Talanta in the FKF Premier…
National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah revealed his efforts to reconcile President William Ruto with former president Uhuru Kenyatta Ichung'wah explained that he openly advised Ruto to date Kenyatta, despite their strained relationship after 2018 Reflecting on his political growth, Ichung'wah saw his broad perspective as a Majority Leader and the needs of the nation…
Screegrabs from the video. A video showing police officers assaulting men playing pool in Nandi Hills town has drawn widespread condemnation, prompting calls for the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) and Inspector General Douglas Kanja to act. The eight-minute video widely circulated on social media shows the assault took place on January 10, 2026. About…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula making a ruling on Wednesday at the National Assembly. [PBU] National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has declared that the Kenya Kwanza Alliance remains the majority party in the House with 165 members, while Azimio la Umoja coalition, with 154 seats, is the minority. Delivering his ruling on the floor of…
Julien Alfred impressed when she dominated the 300m at the NB Indoor Grand Prix proving her coach’s strategy was spot on. Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred has once again demonstrated why she is one of the most versatile sprinters in the world. Transitioning from the shorter sprints to an unfamiliar distance, she shattered expectations and…
Tusker FC head coach Charles Okere reacts during a past FKF Premier Premier League match at Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos County on March 29, 2025.[Stafford Ondego, Standard] Tusker will go into Wednesday’s SportPesa Premier League fixtures under pressure after suffering back-to-back defeats in their opening two matches of the 2025–2026 season. The 12-time champions have…