There is legal drama brewing in Nairobi’s corridors of justice, as a foreign national accuses a local agribusiness company of fraud. Portia Kodoni, a UK-based investor, has initiated legal proceedings against Afriavo Orchards Limited, a major player in Kenya’s agriculture space, alleging contractual breaches, and is threatening to file insolvency proceedings against the company. The…
The 27-year-old will return to action on boxing day Tottenham midfielder Rodrigo Bentancur has been given a seven-match domestic ban by the Football Association for using a racial slur about team-mate Son Heung-min. Bentancur, who has also been fined £100,000, was charged by the FA in September after comments made while appearing on TV in…
A legal expert has downplayed claims of wrongdoing, suggesting Kaizer Chiefs’ transfer approach did not breach FIFA regulations. A legal expert has offered his perspective on whether Kaizer Chiefs breached FIFA regulations after TS Galaxy chairman Tim Sukazi claimed the club used various methods to lure Puso Dithejane back before his eventual move to Chicago…
Council of Governors members led by their Chairman Ahmed Abdullahi (centre) during a media briefing on disbursement of devolution funds in Nairobi on November 18, 2024. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Governors have voiced their support for the Social Health Authority (SHA), urging Kenyans and stakeholders to refrain from premature criticism of the newly introduced healthcare programme. Led by the Council…
Influential member Karangu Muraya and his estranged wife, Triza Muraya revealed that they were co-parenting peacefully After the intervention of their friend Dama Wa Spares, the two promised to maintain peace for the sake of their children Karangu’s second wife, Carol, shared a series of posts after Karangu and Triza announced their co-parenting relationship An…
Ismael Wawire showing a photo of Roselyda Akinyi who was killed by unknown assailants after withdrawing money from one of the bank. [Benjamin Skawa, Standard] Detectives probing the murder of a teacher by unknown assailants after withdrawing Sh285,000 from a bank in Mumias town have narrowed their investigations to two bank tellers. The Standard has…
Morara Kebaso. PHOTO/Screengrab by K24 Digital Raila Odinga’s unsuccessful bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairmanship on February 15, 2025, was heavily influenced by Kenya’s domestic political climate, amplified by Gen Z activism and the power of social media, according to Morara Kebaso. Speaking on K24 TV Wednesday night February 26, 2025, Morara…
Manchester United legend Roy Keane has hit out at his ex-team for lacking quality and intensity after dropping points from a winning position against West Ham. Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has launched a scathing attack on his old club, accusing the players of being “frightened” and lacking quality after they were held to…
Kenya’s external debt payments in the financial year ending June 2024 reached Kes.756 billion, as the government sought to limit its domestic borrowing. This increased demand for foreign credit came as domestic borrowing squeezed private sector access to financing. A significant driver of the surge in external debt payments was the maturity of a $2…
Chief Justice Martha Koome. [Standard, File] The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has received five petitions since January alleging gross misconduct and incompetence against several judges, including the entire Supreme Court bench. A petition filed by former Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Nelson Havi on January 10, accuses Chief Justice Martha Koome, Deputy Chief Justice…
The ongoing renovations at State House Nairobi continue to stir national debate, but top government officials and legislators insist the facelift is necessary to maintain Kenya’s dignity, security, and international standing. Alego Usonga MP and Budget Committee Chair, Sam Atandi, has backed the refurbishment, describing the current works as long overdue. Speaking at the Kenyatta…
The Kenya Revenue Authority clarified that former Cabinet minister Raphael Tuju has no tax debts KRA asserted Tuju’s status as a law abiding and valued taxpayer, dismissing opposition claims Authorities responded to misleading media reports about Tuju’s tax compliance Nairobi: The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has responded to allegations that it is targeting a former…
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has reflected on overcoming challenges throughout her career, emphasising resilience and the belief that greater achievements lie ahead. Jamaican sprint queen Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has opened up about one of the mantras that keeps her going amid tough situations. The 10-time world champion has learnt to know that every obstacle in life comes to…
Grant Holloway believes ‘luck’ evaded him at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic games, which cost him the gold, while teasing Noah Lyles for being on the right side of fate when he narrowly edged out Kishane Thompson to clinch 100-meter gold in Paris. American hurdler Grant Holloway believes that luck is a critical factor in winning…
Singer Arizona JJ has responded to rumors of the number of women carrying her pregnancy This is after he allegedly impregnated his ex-girlfriend and two of her friends “I don't know where people find the third woman,” he said, maintaining that only two women are pregnant with him Famous musician Arizona JJ has come out…