Samuel Poghisio speaking during a past event. PHOTO/@sam_poghisio/xFormer Senate Majority Leader Samuel Poghisio has raised concerns over the rollout of the Pay-As-You-Eat (PAYE) system in the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), warning that it could leave soldiers hungry and compromise their operational readiness. Speaking at a local TV station on Monday, June 30, 2025, Poghisio criticised…
Former CJ David Maraga during a past function. PHOTO/ @dkmaraga/XFormer Chief Justice David Maraga has officially announced his 2027 presidential bid. Speaking on the night of Wednesday, June 18, 2025, during an interview with one of the local TV stations, Maraga said that he had made up his mind to run for the hotly contested…
MC Alger coach Rulani Mokwena congratulated Saint-Eloi Lupopo, acknowledging their strong performance in his team’s narrow Champions League defeat. MC Alger coach Rulani Mokwena expressed his deep disappointment after his team suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Saint-Eloi Lupopo in the CAF Champions League group stage on Sunday. The Algerian side seemed destined for a…
Governor Gladys Wanga launched a pad factory in Homa Bay to address menstrual health in rural communities He pointed out the features of the new product and appealed to local leaders and donors to support the plan The governor released a large sum of money for the procurement of pads to support his school supply…
Dr. Ida Odinga addressing during the State Funeral Service of her husband late Former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga at the Nyayo National Stadium on October 17, 2025. Raila passed on in India while on a treatment. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] President William Ruto, on Friday, January 23, nominated Mama Ida Odinga as Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United…
Engin Firat named his Harambee Stars squad for the must-win November 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Namibia and Zimbabwe but who are the big names that missed out? As Kenya’s Harambee Stars prepare for crucial AFCON 2025 qualifying matches against Zimbabwe and Namibia, head coach Engin Firat has made some notable exclusions from the squad that…
The 35-year-old will look to recapture the title he won in 2022 after an injury ruled him out of last year’s edition Reigning Boston marathon champion Evans Chebet has tipped two athletes to challenge him for the gold medal at the New York City marathon set for November 3. The 2024 New York City Marathon will…
Okere saw plenty of positives from the side’s 3-2 defeat to KCB which he believes could be integral in their quest to end their three-year wait for the FKFPL title. Tusker interim coach Charles Okere is maintaining high hopes for their FKF Premier League title ambitions, even with an uneven start that has seen the…
American sprinters Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman have seemingly confirmed their relationship following their latest romantic social media post. US printers Sha’Carri Richardson and Christian Coleman appear to have all but confirmed their relationship having posted a picture of themselves together at the Night of Legends. The two shared a clip of themselves getting cozy…
A sad time broke out when a trailer collided with three of the 14 seats in the Kopey area, Gilgil, Nakuru County The driver of the three was trying to pass the car when he hit a trailer and killed 13 people The Trela driver later opened up about the tragedy after surviving the tragic…
Photo used for illustration purposes. PHOTO/Kindel Media/PexelsPolice officers have arrested 14 people in Kitale in Trans-Nzoia County following a standoff between residents and the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) officials who had raided Governor George Natembeya’s Milimani home in Kitale on Monday, May 19, 2025. In a statement on Thursday, May 22, 2025, the Directorate…
KDF Officers in Nairobi CBD during 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests. [File, Standard] A major showdown is looming between government security apparatus and frustrated Kenyans as they prepare to mark 35 years since the inaugural Saba Saba day. The Sunday Standard has established that the government is planning to deploy Kenya’s most elite military unit —…
President William Ruto was shocked as he addressed residents in Kehancha, West Kuria, but did not shake and continue his speech Kuria East MP Marwa Maisori defended the incident, referring to the excitement of the youth, comparing it to Tiktok’s style as opposed to the political attack Maisori claimed that the president was aware of…
In the digital world of today, the most liked YouTube comment is not merely an amusing one-liner, it’s an internet fame badge. It’s the kind of comment that often receives more interaction than the video itself, and becomes part of the internet culture. Funny, poignant or just very well-timed, the right comment can become viral in a flash….
Screengrab Showimg supporters protescting Former CJ David Maraga. [Screengrab] Former Chief Justice David Maraga has been teargassed along Kimathi Street in Nairobi as he joined protesters marking the anniversary of the June 25 demonstrations. Earlier, Maraga had addressed his supporters outside the Nation Centre building, calling for peaceful and orderly protests. ‘’We should all ensure…