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Kenya-Tanzania banter: Why both sides are seeking CHAN 2024 bragging rights
Harambee Stars and Taifa Stars have recorded impressive results in the tournament. Their fans are now teasing each other online over which team is better on the pitch.
By Kipsang Joseph and Robert Abong'o 1 month ago
Kenya-Tanzania banter: Why both sides are seeking CHAN 2024 bragging rights
It's toughest test for Taifa Stars tonight
Tanzania's Taifa stars face their toughest test in the African Nations Championship (Chan) when they host defending champions Morocco in the quarter-finals on Friday.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
It's toughest test for Taifa Stars tonight
Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Benjamin Mkapa Stadium will stage a battle of contrasting emotions on Tuesday night when Nigeria and Congo face off in their final group D fixture.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
Nigeria seeks redemption as Congo chase quarter-final slot
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Ngato, who has guided his side through a baptism of fire, insists they will not simply roll over for the hosts, admitting the results have hurt, but insists his side will fight to the end.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
Forgive us, CAR coach pleads after dismal CHAN debut
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
Mauritania eked out a nervy 1-0 victory over Burkina Faso on Wednesday night in a match that showed how patience, discipline and a touch of luck can make all the difference.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
Mauritania on the brink as Madagascar, Burkina Faso fight for survival
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How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Mohamed Bajaber, the 22-year-old attacking midfielder, swapped national duty for Tanzania's football powerhouse Simba SC when the national team needed him most.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
How Simba SC lured Bajaber to Dar
Tanzanians now thinking of trophy triumph as they reach last eight
Clement Mzize lit up Benjamin Mkapa Stadium with a dazzling brace inside the first 20 minutes on Saturday and the Chan co-hosts are dreaming of cup glory after booking a slot in the quarter-finals.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
Tanzanians now thinking of trophy triumph as they reach last eight
Wild cheers, wild bites: Football meets game meat in Dar es Salaam
As vuvuzelas electrify the air, another kind of heat is rising outside Benjamin Mkapa Stadium Gate A, not from football, but from open grills stacked with Tanzania's wild game meat.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
Wild cheers, wild bites: Football meets game meat in Dar es Salaam
For Tanzania, it was all about getting tactics right
Tanzania's head coach Hemed Suleiman praised his team's tactical play after a late 89th minute strike from Shomari Kapombe secured a hard fought 1-0 victory over Mauritania.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 month ago
For Tanzania, it was all about getting tactics right
Police officer who shot boss jailed for 30 years
According to the prosecution, the officer allegedly killed his senior, Officer Kimeli, on August 8, 2023, at the Nakuru K9 Unit.
By Kipsang Joseph, Kipsang Joseph and Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago
Police officer who shot boss jailed for 30 years
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Aldrine Kibet: From dusty roads of Poror to alluring streets of La Liga
The former St Anthony's Kitale star is set to seal a historic move to Celta Vigo today. His parents travelled to Spain to grace the signing ceremony.
By Kipsang Joseph and Washington Onyango 2 months ago
Aldrine Kibet: From dusty roads of Poror to alluring streets of La Liga
Afraha trials reveal Kenya's next generation of track talent
The two-day trials delivered not just victories but moments that hinted at a golden future for Kenyan athletics.
By Kipsang Joseph 3 months ago
Afraha trials reveal Kenya's next generation of track talent
Kenya's rising stars blaze trails at U18U20 trials
Kenya's rising athletic stars lit up Nakuru's Afraha Stadium during the two-day Confederation of African Athletics under-18 and 20 national trials.
By Kipsang Joseph 3 months ago
Kenya's rising stars blaze trails at U18U20 trials
Affordable Housing plans spark outrage over loss of stadium land in Nakuru
What was meant to be a noble initiative to address urban housing shortages has now turned into a battle for public spaces.
By Yvonne Chepkwony, Kipsang Joseph and Anne Njoroge 3 months ago
Affordable Housing plans spark outrage over loss of stadium land in Nakuru
Nakuru County faces legal storm over Afraha stadium Annex Housing plan
The Nakuru County Government is staring at a possible legal showdown over its controversial plan to repurpose part of Afraha Stadium Annex for an affordable housing project.
By Kipsang Joseph and Ann Njoroge 3 months ago
Nakuru County faces legal storm over Afraha stadium Annex Housing plan
Fury over county's Facebook post on Afraha Annex housing project
Governor Susan Kihika's administration has faced public backlash following a social media post that earmarked the historic Afraha Annex field for an affordable housing project.
By Kipsang Joseph and Ben Ahenda 3 months ago
Fury over county's Facebook post on Afraha Annex housing project
Farmers lead Nakuru's growing food safety revolution
Food safety remains a serious concern, especially in low and middle-income countries where unsafe food contributes to major health problems.
By Kipsang Joseph 3 months ago
Farmers lead Nakuru's growing food safety revolution
From dusty Nakuru slums to stardom, welcome to Rebecca Okwaro's new world
When Rebecca Okwaro curled the ball past Trinity Starlet's goalkeeper in the 85th minute at Afraha Stadium sealing her brace and taking her tally to 16 goals for the season, the stadium erupted.
By Kipsang Joseph 3 months ago
From dusty Nakuru slums to stardom, welcome to Rebecca Okwaro's new world
New Rhino sanctuary in Aberdare revives hope for Black Rhinos
Amid the dense montane forest, Steep valleys, and mist-draped hills in the Aberdare salient, a quiet yet ground-breaking conservation project is taking shape.
By Kipsang Joseph 4 months ago
New Rhino sanctuary in Aberdare revives hope for Black Rhinos
Rhino Charge returns to Baringo to test man, machine and mother nature
The 36th edition of off-road motorsport, Rhino Charge 2025, will be held in Baringo County, from May 30 to June 1, 2025,
By Kipsang Joseph 4 months ago
Rhino Charge returns to Baringo to test man, machine and mother nature
Hope for Eastern Mau forest settlers as boundary process survey begins
Molo Deputy County Commissioner Jackson Juta echoed this call for vigilance, urging residents to support the exercise and protect the beacons.
By Kipsang Joseph 4 months ago
Hope for Eastern Mau forest settlers as boundary process survey begins
Kenya racing against time in doping fight ahead of World Championships
With the World Championships in Tokyo on the horizon, Athletics Kenya has launched one of its most aggressive anti-doping campaign yet.
By Kipsang Joseph 5 months ago
Kenya racing against time in doping fight ahead of World Championships
Gathimba reigns supreme as new stars emerge in AK meet
The fourth edition of the Betika/Athletics Kenya Track and Field Weekend Meeting at Afraha Stadium in Nakuru, showcased Kenya's depth of talent and readiness for global competitions.
By Kipsang Joseph 5 months ago
Gathimba reigns supreme as new stars emerge in AK meet
Afraha Stadium roars back to life with thrilling track action
After four years of silence, Nakuru's iconic Afraha Stadium burst back into action this time with a new look .
By Kipsang Joseph 5 months ago
Afraha Stadium roars back to life with thrilling track action
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Stalled Keringet training centre a monument of broken promises
Initiated in 2021, the Keringet centre was meant to harness the region's rich athletics talent. Keringet is perched at approximately 2,800 metres above sea level.
By Kipsang Joseph 7 months ago
Stalled Keringet training centre a monument of broken promises
Trail of deaths, disappearances as conflicts in Lake Nakuru intensify
Brian Odhiambo had stepped out of his house, probably, to check on his fishing nets suspected to have been cast at a lake within Lake Nakuru National Park.
By Kipsang Joseph and Caroline Chebet 8 months ago
Trail of deaths, disappearances as conflicts in Lake Nakuru intensify
There's no joy as Afraha Stadium starves Nakuru fans real action
The stadium was closed for renovations on April 30, 2021.
By Kipsang Joseph 8 months ago
There's no joy as Afraha Stadium starves Nakuru fans real action
ODPP urges prosecutors to probe societal issues to ensure justice
Prosecutors have been urged to go beyond traditional legal practices and examine societal issues that may contribute to criminal behavior in order to ensure a more balanced justice system
By Kipsang Joseph 10 months ago
ODPP urges prosecutors to probe societal issues to ensure justice
Competition launched to tackle malnutrition
Recent statistics by the Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition show that at least 23 million people are undernourished.
By Kipsang Joseph 11 months ago
Competition launched to tackle malnutrition
McKittrick and co crowned Rhino Charge champions
Rishi Chauhan of Team Pumba Patrol claimed victory in the newly introduced Half Charge category.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
McKittrick and co crowned Rhino Charge champions
All-women teams take on Rhino Charge challenge
All is set for this year's 35th Rhino Charge competition as 54 participating cars undergo scrutineering in the final preparations for competition in the scenic landscape of Torosei in Kajiado West.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
All-women teams take on Rhino Charge challenge
Standard Group writer Caroline Chebet wins prestigious award
Caroline Chebet received recognition for her compelling biodiversity stories that bring attention to issues often overlooked in the media.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
Standard Group writer Caroline Chebet wins prestigious award
Kabarak, FKE unite to bridge industry gaps
This aims to provide quality training and channel qualified graduates into the job market.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
Kabarak, FKE unite to bridge industry gaps
Woman in viral video on equator phenomenon speaks
Ann's expertise was captured in a viral video while explaining the natural phenomenon along the Equator to a Chinese tourist. She said she didn't even notice she was trending.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
Woman in viral video on equator phenomenon speaks
Racing against cancer, Lisa inspires hope in rally tracks
Christoffersen aims to raise funds for children battling cancer at the Kenyatta Hospital.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
Racing against cancer, Lisa inspires hope in rally tracks
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Youngster Cherotich has kept faith after an accident almost ended her athletics career
The World Rising Star is seen as Kenya's biggest hope for steeplechase glory.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
Youngster Cherotich has kept faith after an accident almost ended her athletics career
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Aldrine Kibet: The next big thing in Kenyan football
The Spain-based attacker reveals how his parents inspired him to play football.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
Aldrine Kibet: The next big thing in Kenyan football
Bush Babes: Conquering the unforgiving terrain for conservation
Meet the Bush Babes, an all-female team affectionately known as the "Chicks in Charge," dedicated participants in Kenya's prestigious Rhino Charge competition.
By Kipsang Joseph 1 year ago
Bush Babes: Conquering the unforgiving terrain for conservation
Man on 180-kilometre trek wants stadium named after legendary athlete
Chumo who died in November last year aged 90, was the first Kenyan, and African, to win an Olympics medal.
By Kipsang Joseph 2 years ago
Man on 180-kilometre trek wants stadium named after legendary athlete
Dorcas Ndasaba: The evergreen volleyball legend
The former Malkia Strikers captain calls for scouting of players in rural areas.
By Kipsang Joseph 2 years ago
Dorcas Ndasaba: The evergreen volleyball legend