American sprint legend disagrees with Shericka Jackson’s coach on banning athletes from social media

Michael Johnson disagrees with Stephen Francis’s suggestion to ban athletes from social media, arguing instead that social media can be a helpful tool if used correctly. American sprint legend Michael Johnson disagrees with Shericka Jackson’s coach Stephen Francis on the issue of banning athletes from social media if they are to avoid pressure and focus…

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Raila rallies ODM leaders from Western Kenya after stepping down from top party role

Raila Odinga, Kenya’s African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship candidate, convened a pivotal meeting with elected leaders from Western Kenya under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) banner, aiming to solidify the party’s presence in the region ahead of upcoming grassroots elections. Raila hosted a dinner with ODM Members of Parliament and governors representing the Mulembe nation…

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Why it’s time for urgent reforms in Kenya’s sports sector

Loice chemnung during the 2025 Kenya Prisons Service inter-regional athletes, Darts and Chess Championships at Ulinzi Sports Complex، June 6، 2025. [Jonah Onyango، Standard] Sports enthusiasts and stakeholders are proposing a raft of measures to grow the multi-million industry. They have told a taskforce constituted last year to collect views from Kenyans in a planned…

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SportPesa League Week 2 Preview: Gor Mahia Look to Dim Sofapaka, Murang’a Seal Seek Win Over Bomet as Shabana Eye Upset in Mombasa

Three SportPesa jersey-sponsored teams, Gor Mahia, Murang’a Seal and Shabana ignite Matchday 2 with passion, pride, and fierce competition. The second day of action in the SportPesa League promises intensity, rivalry and moments that will define the early season.  Starting from Dandora Stadium in Nairobi to Mbaraki Sports Club in Mombasa and Gusii Stadium in…

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60pc of alcoholic drinks illicit, report shows

Tonnes of drums of Ilicit Brew at a factory in Mukuru kwa njenga slums in Nairobi.The factory which operates in broad daylight protected by goons is alleged to manufacture various brands of alcohol that is said to be dangerous. [File, Standard] The government is losing billions of shillings in uncollected revenue as it continues to lose ground…

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‘Let me call you Abra K’

Kithure Kindiki has earned a new nickname from President William Ruto after taking the oath of office as the Deputy President. Kindiki took his oath on Friday, November 1, 2024, at KICC in an event that was attended by the Head of State, the Chief Justice, among other top leadership in the country. While welcoming…

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Which Markets Do the NFL Still Need to Dominate?

The NFL has long held ambitions to expand its presence beyond the United States. America’s favorite sport has grown its footprint internationally over the last two decades.  The NFL has visited London for the International series since 2007 and a trio of games were played in October including the six-time Super Bowl winners New England Patriots…

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Viral Videos Mislead Public: KWS Says Ritz-Carlton Camp Doesn’t Affect Wildebeest Migration

The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has pushed back against claims that the luxurious Ritz-Carlton Safari Camp in the Maasai Mara National Reserve is obstructing the iconic wildebeest migration. In a statement issued on Thursday, November 27, the agency dismissed the allegations as misleading and inaccurate. KWS clarified that the Ritz-Carlton Safari Camp, which has drawn…

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