Mukuru and Kariobangi North residents playing football during the third edition of Vision Changers Kenya Community Sports Festival at Chaminade Training Centre, Mukuru Kwa Njenga. [Vision Changers Kenya] Mukuru and Kariobangi North communities came together in a rare show of unity last weekend as more than 200 residents took part in the third edition of…
Musalia Mudavadi and Speaker Moses Wetang'ula ignored the signing of a historic agreement between President William Ruto and opposition Raila Odinga A compromise agreement between Ruto's UDA and Raila ODM is seen as a move to reduce political tension before the 2027 general elections The absence of Mudavadi and Wetang'ula has raised questions amid rumors…
President William Ruto during the Groundbreaking for the construction of Narok International Airport project in Narok North Constituency on May 6, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] President William Ruto’s comments downplaying the scale of abductions and enforced disappearances in the country have drawn sharp criticism. Speaking during a joint press conference with Finnish President Alexander Stubb…
Ziyech is set to join Al Duhail from Turkish side Galatasaray after falling out with the Turkish club’s hierachy. Harambee Stars captain Michael Olunga is set to welcome a new high-profile teammate at Qatari Stars League side Al Duhail, as Moroccan international Hakim Ziyech prepares to join the club before the January transfer window closes….
The world half-marathon silver medallist has revealed that national pride and duty drove him to compete and win at the championships despite lingering fatigue from his recent marathon. Daniel Simiu has revealed the tactics he used to conquer the men’s senior race at the National Cross-Country Championships in Eldoret on Saturday, October 25. Fresh from…
The farewell service for gospel singer Betty Bayo was held in a church in Kiambu on Sunday, November 16 The late singer’s relatives, led by Charles Gatimu, paid an emotional tribute to him The famous hit musician 11th Hour he will be buried on November 20, and the family has already confirmed the place where…
Kisumu Port has recorded a sharp rise in cargo volumes and vessel activity, cementing its position as a key player in East Africa’s transport and logistics network. According to the latest report by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA), the revitalized port handled 280,381 metric tons (MT) of cargo in 2024—more than double the 116,578 MT…
Presidential aspirant Fred Matiang’i has pledged that his first priority in office will be to streamline government operations and curb the widespread wastage of public resources. Speaking to NTV on Wednesday, Matiang’i criticized the current administration under President William Ruto, claiming it has overspent on illogical payments and maintained a bloated government structure that drains…
William Ruto. /PHOTO/@WilliamsRuto/X The announcement by ODM leader Raila Odinga and President William Ruto that they have now buried the hatchet and will start working together is still trending across social media, with many Kenyans struggling to reconcile this newfound alliance given the scathing remarks the two had previously hurled at each other when…
Furaha Fest was expected to be a cultural highlight in Nairobi, bringing together top East African talent and drawing massive crowds. Yet, it descended into confusion when Tanzanian star Diamond Platnumz unexpectedly left without performing—despite reportedly receiving a hefty USD 150,000 fee. In a social media video posted after the event, Diamond Platnumz addressed his…
The UDA party has gained momentum with 12,353 candidates competing for various election positions across the country About 40 leaders from Nyanza, including former MPs, switched their allegiance to the UDA for the 2027 elections Former Nairobi governor Evans Kidero would be among the 149 governors aiming to regain his position under the UDA banner…
On Wednesday, January 29, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki said his boss, President William Ruto, is not worried about failure in the 2027 elections Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua had vowed to ensure that Ruto was no longer re -elected in the 2027 presidential election However, Kindiki accused the former Mathira MP of being a non…
Okidi took over in October after the club decided to part ways with Sammy Omollo ‘Pamzo’ while rooted near the bottom of the league table. Shabana head coach Peter Okidi has outlined his ambitious targets for the remainder of the season, as the club continues its remarkable resurgence in the FKF Premier League. After a…
The 2025 Finance Bill brings significant changes, particularly one that would allow the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to access personal and transactional data from businesses. In the bill tabled before Parliament on Wednesday, the government proposes removing Section 59A(1B) of the Tax Procedures Act. This clause currently protects businesses from having to share customer data…
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has unveiled plans to slash and cap the fees telecom companies charge for mobile money transfers through platforms such as M-Pesa and Airtel Money. In its latest National Financial Inclusion Strategy, CBK proposes lowering the average transaction fee from the current Ksh.23 to Ksh.10 by 2028, while also capping…