Is Kalonzo Musyoka’s Grip on Ukambani Weakening?

By Muraya Kamunde Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is facing growing pressure in Ukambani as influential figures and grassroots leaders increasingly shift their loyalties.  Recent moves by county leaders and emerging parties have exposed cracks in his traditional support base, raising questions about his ability to consolidate the community ahead of the 2027 elections. A…

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‘Leave the cars alone’- American sprint king advises youngsters Quincy Wilson, Gout Gout & Co on financial wisdom

The former world indoor champion advised young athletes like Quincy Wilson and Gout Gout to prioritise savings over unnecessary spending. Former world indoor champion Trayvon Bromell has shared wise counsel with upcoming athletes including Quincy Wilson, Gout Gout and Travis Miller as they chase global stardom. Bromell who will be eyeing a strong comeback this…

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Havas launches global e-commerce offering in Africa 

Havas Africa has announced the launch of Havas Market, Havas’ strategic full-service e-commerce offering. Havas Market is designed to create a more meaningful shopping experience for consumers, optimising the entire path to purchase to achieve best-in-class service for clients. The agency will support brands looking to transform their commerce approach across direct-to-consumer platforms, retailer marketplaces,…

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High Court advises Havi to stop sideshows in court

Former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) president Nelson Havi at a past function. PHOTO/@NelsonHavi/XNairobi High Court has on Friday, July 4, 2025, advised the former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi to avoid side shows in court. A three-judge bench hearing the seven petitions filed seeking the removal of the Supreme Court judges…

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Morocco chasing Chan history after trouncing Senegal

Morocco and Senegal players warming up at a nearly empty Namboole Stadium ahead of their CHAN 2024 semi-final.[Rodgers Eshitemi/Standard] The 2024 African Nations Championship (Chan) will have a new champion after holders Senegal were eliminated by two-time winners Morocco at a nearly empty Namboole Stadium, Kampala on Tuesday. Atlas Lions trounced the Lions of Teranga…

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Foreign Affairs PS releases statement after detention of Kenyan activists in Tanzania

Photo of Foreign Affairs PS. PHOTO/@SingoeiAKorir/XForeign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei has come out strongly to condemn the detention of former Chief Justice Dr Willy Mutunga, activist Haniffa Falsafi, and Hussein Khalid in Tanzania. The three were arrested while en route to attend a court session involving a detained Tanzanian opposition leader. In a firm…

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Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy, Chester Zoo partner to conserve endangered mountain bongo

Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy (MKWC) and Chester Zoo have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance efforts in conserving the critically endangered Mountain Bongo. Under this partnership, MKWC and Chester Zoo will focus on monitoring, research and knowledge transfer and other critical areas to secure the future of the Mountain Bongo. In a statement,…

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Johnson Sakaja Shows Hope for Re-Election 2027

On Wednesday, December 18, Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja said he has delivered many promises to the people of Nairobi. The governor said many voters have assured him of their support in the 2027 General Election Sakaja may face Embakasi Member of Parliament Babu Owino and his Western counterpart, Tim Wanyonyi, in the 2027 gubernatorial race…

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Ethiopian youngster Freweyni Hailu sets lofty ambitions after breaking Hellen Obiri’s record

The world indoor champion has celebrated breaking Hellen Obiri’s record in Ostrava and gained confidence to set ambitious goals. Freweyni Hailu has reacted to breaking Hellen Obiri’s 3000m meeting record at the Czech Indoor Gala, the fourth World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold meeting in Ostrava on Tuesday. Obiri’s meeting record for the women’s 3000m indoor…

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