On Tuesday, March 17, Governor Gladys Wanga appointed Danish Onyango as the new deputy governor of Homa Bay county Onyango’s appointment followed the sudden resignation of former deputy governor Oyugi Magwanga Wanga cited Onyango’s vast experience in public service, spanning more than two decades, as an important factor in his decision Homa Bay – Governor…
The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has announced an 80% penalty waiver for Kenyans who have defaulted on their student loans, offering a lifeline to thousands of borrowers and a boost to the country’s higher education financing efforts. In a notice issued on Tuesday, June 17, HELB confirmed that the waiver, dubbed “Be the Reason…
Yohan Blake disclosed he was unwell on the day he threatened Usain Bolt’s world record in 2012 and revealed the special meal he ate that made him post a faster time despite his condition. Yohan Blake has recounted his 100m race at the 2012 Lausanne Diamond League Meeting where he threatened Usain Bolt’s world record….
African footballers have enjoyed massive success on and off the field. While the huge perks is a reward for hard work, some of them own luxurious private jets. Africa is rich with a footballing history. Both past and present footballers, have enjoyed success in their careers to the extent of enjoying luxurious lifestyle that allows…
Newton Khamasi during a morning discussion on Friday, June 13, 2025. PHOTO/ A screengrab by K24 DigitalNewton Khamasi, a vocal Kenyan youth, tore into the government’s budget priorities, particularly a Ksh150 million allocation to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) for social media monitoring. His remarks, made in a local TV morning discussion on Friday,…
Kenya names a 23-woman Harambee Starlets squad with seven new faces for a friendly against Morocco ahead of WAFCON qualifiers. There are a few new faces as well as several returnees to Harambee Starlets squad as head coach Beldine Odemba on Friday named a 23-woman team set to face Morocco in an international friendly scheduled…
Djibouti underscored its emerging prominence in African football governance by hosting the CECAFA Elective General Assembly last weekend, which brought together 22 football leaders and senior officials from across the continent. This esteemed gathering marked a crucial juncture in CECAFA’s recent history, as delegates chose new leadership to steer the federation for the next four…
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims his speech in June last year, attacking the National Intelligence Service (NIS), was released by his children Responding to the protesters’ violation He is now claiming a blast speech he gave from Mombasa after his children pushed him to respond to Ruto, who had named the protesters as terrorists…
Acting Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja. PHOTO/@NPSOfficial_KE/XThe Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, has revealed the details of the social media post that led to the arrest of the deceased, Albert Ojwang. Appearing before the Senate on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, Kanja stated that Ojwang tweeted on X, stating that Deputy Inspector General (DIG)…
Former South Africa striker Benni McCarthy has been heavily linked with the Harambee Stars job but is it a ‘done deal’ as has been widely reported? South African legend Benni McCarthy is reportedly far from agreeing terms with Football Kenya Federation (FKF) over the Harambee Stars job. McCarthy has been widely reported to have sealed…
Governor Kawira Mwangaza has reaffirmed Meru County’s unwavering support for President William Ruto, dismissing political maneuvers aimed at undermining his leadership. Speaking in Nyaki West on Monday, February 24, 2025, Mwangaza assured the president that Meru remains loyal to his administration and will not entertain leaders attempting to pressure him into political deals. Her remarks…
Left to right: Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma, Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, ODM leader Raila Odinga, President William Ruto, and Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho in Homa Bay on Friday, May 30, 2025, during the launch of a series of development projects. PHOTO/@CaptainKipkorir/XPresident William Ruto has announced plans to elevate Homa Bay Town…
BBC 30th May, 2025 01:33 PM A person climbs a flight of stairs. Image used for illustration purposes. PHOTO/PexelsWhile it is tempting to take the lift or escalator rather than use the stairs, even scaling just a few flights a day could give your health and mind a boost. As expeditions go, it was…
On Saturday, October 25, dailies reported that politicians who were allies of former prime minister Raila Odinga are clashing as they compete to control his former camp of supporters. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Saturday, October 25. Photo/Screen: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Weekend Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC 1. Saturday Nation The publication…
The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja briefing the press following Albert Omondi Ojwang’s death in police custody at Central Police station, Nairobi. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] As 23 people had recorded statements with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) by last Friday, the death of Albert Omondi Ojwang, a 31-year-old teacher, husband,…