Treasury CS John Mbadi issues hardline warning to divided ODM: Back Ruto’s 2027 re-election or join Gachagua–Kalonzo camp Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has thrown down the gauntlet to wavering Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leaders, warning that continued fence-sitting over President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid risks tearing the party apart as Kenya edges closer…
Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has officially announced her retirement, marking a new chapter beyond the track. Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has penned a heartfelt message as she finally announced her official retirement from professional running. The Jamaican sprint queen has been in action for more than 15 years, and at the start of the 2025 season,…
Kenya Lionesses head coach Simon Odongo has explained what his charges must do to clinch the Rugby Africa Women’s 7 title on home soil after beating Ivory Coast and Ghana on day one. Kenya Lionesses head coach Simon Odongo believes his side is primed for a serious title push at the Rugby Africa Women’s 7s…
A Kenyan man's love journey has taken a sad stream after selling his farm to sponsor his girlfriend, but now the beauty has fed a block several months later Mathews Matioli, who spent KSh 100,000 on Anne's trip to overseas, is now left with his dedication His misery has sparked a heated debate online, with…
Kenyan youth have been urged to embrace smart agriculture as a pathway to reduce poverty and address food insecurity. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka and Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti highlighted the potential of modern agribusiness to unlock food self-sufficiency, not only in Kenya but across the region. Speaking in Yatta during the launch of the…
A South African team has reportedly failed in their attempt to price away a key attacker from Tanzanian giants Simba SC. South African giants Kaizer Chiefs have reportedly failed in their attempts to lure Tanzanian winger Kibu Denis to the club after their approach was rebuffed by Simba SC. Denis is one of the best…
Political analyst David Makali. PHOTO/@davidmakali1/XPolitical analyst David Makali has castigated President William Ruto over his decision to build a church at the State House. In a statement on July 4, 2025, Makali observed that Ruto should avoid showing his religious preferences, given that Kenya is a secular state. “Dear President William Ruto, Kenya is a…
Letsile Tebogo is aiming for greater things in 2025 after bagging World Athlete of the Year award. Letsile Tebogo is not resting on his laurels as he plots for an even better outing next season after winning the World Athlete of the Year at the World Athletics Awards 2024 in Monaco. Tebogo revealed that being…
Yvonne Okwara questioned the leaders about the promise of a pancake machine that has not been fulfilled amid the heavy floods Governor Johnson Sakaja faced scrutiny over the lack of rescue resources and his delay in responding to the flood crisis Public opinion showed a mismatch between political promises and actual progress in disaster management…
Confetti on a piece of paper image used to illustrate the story. PHOTO/PexelsA single ticket-holder from Ireland has won the Ksh37.4 billion Euro Millions jackpot, the Irish National Lottery said. Ireland’s lottery said it was the “biggest ever Euro Millions jackpot,” and its chief executive said it would reveal the winning location soon. The winning…
Harambee Starlets’ rise in the latest FIFA rankings reflects their recent strong performances and growing competitiveness on the international stage. The Kenya women’s national team, Harambee Starlets, has capped a monumental period of on-field success with a rewarding climb in the global rankings. Harambee Starlets ascended an impressive seven places in the latest FIFA Women’s…
Marion Serenge has blamed unlucky defeat to England during the side’s World Cup debut to one major factor. The Junior Starlets’ forward, Marion Serenge, has attributed the side’s 2-0 loss to England on their debut FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup clash to a lack of experience. Facing the 2008 semi-finalists on Friday, the Junior Starlets…
Audio By Vocalize Energy and Petroleum CS Opiyo Wandayi. [File, Standard] The government has assured Kenyans that it has enough petroleum products to shield the country from supply shocks amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a statement issued on Tuesday, March 3, Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi said that there is…
Former CJ David Maraga during a past function. PHOTO/@dkmaraga/XFormer Chief Justice David Maraga has issued a scathing rebuke of the Kenya Kwanza administration, accusing top state security officials of orchestrating and covering up abductions, arbitrary arrests, and harassment of human rights defenders in the wake of the June 25 anti-government protests. In a sharply worded…
Kirinyaga County has partnered with other stakeholders to extend digital skills to Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) learners in the area. The county has enlisted the support of the Kenya National Commission for UNESCO (KNATCOM), the Ministry of Education, Zizi Afrique Foundation and Ollin Sacco to introduce structured digital learning in ECDE centres. The collaboration…