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Rights group urges FIFA, Qatar to compensate World Cup workers

With 100 days to go until the World Cup starts in Qatar, Human Rights Watch on Friday again urged FIFA and the host nation to improve compensation for migrant workers

By Associated Press 2 hrs ago

Rights group urges FIFA, Qatar to compensate World Cup workers

Sterling aims to spark Chelsea ahead of Tottenham game

Sterling aims to spark Chelsea ahead of Tottenham game

By Associated Press 4 hrs ago

Athletics Kenya reiterates commitment to nurture sprinters

Athletics Kenya reiterates commitment to nurture sprinters

By Rodgers Eshitemi 6 hrs ago

Malkia Strikers lose yet again in friendly ahead of global event

Malkia Strikers lose yet again in friendly ahead of global event

By Ernest Ndunda 8 hrs ago

Normalcy resumes at Bomas as IEBC says systems are hacker-proof

Earlier, tensions were running high at the Bomas of Kenya following a scuffle that ensued between political party agents over an unidentified laptop found within the national tallying centre.

By Allan Mungai and Josphat Thiong'o 45 mins ago

Normalcy resumes at Bomas as IEBC says systems are hacker-proof

Former State House Chief of Staff Nzioka Waita concedes as Wavinya Ndeti takes lead

Former State House Chief of Staff Nzioka Waita has conceded defeat in the Machakos gubernatorial race and paved the way for Wiper Party's Wavinya Ndeti.

By Stephanie Wangari 1 hr ago

Former State House Chief of Staff Nzioka Waita concedes as Wavinya Ndeti takes lead

William Ruto resurfaces online after three-day silence

UDA presidential candidate William Ruto meets with the AU-COMESA Election Observer Mission at his Karen office.

By Mate Tongola 1 hr ago

William Ruto resurfaces online after three-day silence

Can the spread of monkeypox be stopped?

With only a limited global supply of vaccines, authorities are racing to stop monkeypox before it becomes entrenched as a new disease.

By Associated Press 2 hrs ago

Can the spread of monkeypox be stopped?

Rights group urges FIFA, Qatar to compensate World Cup workers

With 100 days to go until the World Cup starts in Qatar, Human Rights Watch on Friday again urged FIFA and the host nation to improve compensation for migrant workers

By Associated Press 2 hrs ago

Rights group urges FIFA, Qatar to compensate World Cup workers

Scuffle at Bomas of Kenya over mystery laptop

There was a scuffle at the IEBC national tallying centre, Bomas of Kenya, over an unidentified laptop.

By Josphat Thiong'o and Allan Mungai 3 hrs ago

Scuffle at Bomas of Kenya over mystery laptop

Willy Paul congratulates Bahati's competitor in Mathare

"Keep pushing, Mathare is my home and I'm glad it's in Safe hands again,” wrote Willy Paul.

By Davis Muli 3 hrs ago

Willy Paul congratulates Bahati's competitor in Mathare

Court allows state to take over Kenyatta University land

In Justice Angote’s ruling, he said that the government has a good intention of taking over the land which cannot be stopped.

By Winfrey Owino 3 hrs ago

Court allows state to take over Kenyatta University land

List: Independent candidates who have won parliamentary seats so far

Independent candidates have outperformed major parties in winning parliamentary seats in some constituencies in the ongoing IEBC vote tallying.

By David Njaaga 3 hrs ago

List: Independent candidates who have won parliamentary seats so far

Evans Kidero: I won, let's meet in court

Kidero has disputed the results announced by IEBC saying the process was marred with malpractices.

By Winfrey Owino 4 hrs ago

Evans Kidero: I won, let's meet in court

Wonder girl Obiri to make her marathon debut at the Big Apple

After winning silver medal in the 10,000m at the World Athletics Championships -- clocking a personal best of 30 minutes and 10 seconds, Hellen Obiri is set to make her full marathon debut

By Dennis Okeyo 10 hrs ago

Wonder girl Obiri to make her marathon debut at the Big Apple

Madrid starts Spanish league defense aiming for title sweep

Real Madrid starts the Spanish league season overflowing with confidence that it can retain the domestic title despite Barcelona spending big to add top talent to its team.

By Associated Press 17 hrs ago

Madrid starts Spanish league defense aiming for title sweep

Serena loses 1st match since saying she's prepared to retire

Serena Williams wore her game face when she stepped out into the stadium for her first match since telling the world she is ready to leave professional tennis.

By Associated Press 1 day ago

Serena loses 1st match since saying she's prepared to retire

FIFA looks to start World Cup in Qatar 1 day earlier

Host nation Qatar is set to play in the opening game of its own World Cup tournament after all — and on a stand-alone day

By Associated Press 1 day ago

FIFA looks to start World Cup in Qatar 1 day earlier

Faith Kipyegon clocks 3mins 50:37secs at Diamond League, missing the World record by only 0.3secs

Faith Kipyegon on Wednesday eveing clocked a stunning 3:50.37 to miss Ethiopian Genzebe Dibaba‘s world record by three tenths of a second (0.3secs.) in the women's 1500m at the Monaco Diamond League.

By Odero Charles 1 day ago

Faith Kipyegon clocks 3mins 50:37secs at Diamond League, missing the World record by only 0.3secs

Club Nacional could make a move to sign striker Edinson Cavani and defender Martin Caceres

Cavani is a free agent after parting ways with Manchester United in June while Caceres is also without a club, having left Spain's Levante at the end of last season.

By Xinhua 2 days ago

Club Nacional could make a move to sign striker Edinson Cavani and defender Martin Caceres

Morata may help Atltico Madrid complete its attack

Atlético Madrid’s biggest addition to its squad this season may end up being a player who already belonged to the club.

By Associated Press 2 days ago

Morata may help Atltico Madrid complete its attack

Kobe Bryant crash photos lawsuit to be heard by LA jury

Kobe Bryant was one of the most photogenic sports figures in Los Angeles and images of him seen by millions around the world —

By Associated Press 2 days ago

Kobe Bryant crash photos lawsuit to be heard by LA jury

Serena Williams says 'countdown has begun' to retirement

Saying “the countdown has begun,” 23-time Grand Slam champion Serena Williams announced Tuesday she is ready to step away from tennis so she can turn her focus to having another child

By Associated Press 2 days ago

Serena Williams says 'countdown has begun' to retirement

Kipyegon eyes world record in today's Diamond League meet

Over the past decade, the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Monaco has established a reputation as the best place in the world in which to attempt a middle distance world record.

By World Athletics 2 days ago

Kipyegon eyes world record in today's Diamond League meet

Serena Williams announces 'farewell' to tennis

Serena Williams says she is ‘evolving away from tennis’

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Serena Williams announces 'farewell' to tennis

Sevilla confirms signing ex-Spain midfielder Isco

Sevilla confirmed the signing of former Spain and Real Madrid midfielder Isco Alarcón on Monday.

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Sevilla confirms signing ex-Spain midfielder Isco

Good bye Birmingham, see you in Melbourne, in 2026

History, redemption and inspiration marked the 2022 Commonwealth Games that ended on Sunday night inside Alexander Stadium in Birmingham, England.

By Jonathan Komen 3 days ago

Good bye Birmingham, see you in Melbourne, in 2026

Ex-Manchester United star Ryan Giggs starts assault trial

Former Manchester United star Ryan Giggs, adored by fans throughout a 24-year career, has a more sinister side to his character

By Associated Press 3 days ago

Ex-Manchester United star Ryan Giggs starts assault trial

Malkia Strikers have eyes set on the ball

It could have been better. More money. More happiness. More hope and focus.

By Ernest Ndunda 4 days ago

Malkia Strikers have eyes set on the ball

Okot to depart for basketball scholarship in Kentucky, US

National 3x3 women basketball forward Medina Okot said she is enjoying her current form ahead of her departure to study and play in the USA.

By Ernest Ndunda 4 days ago

Okot to depart for basketball scholarship in Kentucky, US

Pictures: Korir gifts his Jersey to a Colombian boy holding a placard written in Swahili

Although Kenya did not win gold in the men’s 3,000m contest at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships on Saturday,

By Odero Charles 4 days ago

Pictures: Korir gifts his Jersey to a Colombian boy holding a placard written in Swahili

Kenya loses World U20 overall title in Cali races

Kenyan team failed to retain the overall title at the World Under 20 Athletics Championships that ended at Pascual Guerrero Olympic Stadium in Cali, Colombia,

By Jonathan Komen 4 days ago

Kenya loses World U20 overall title in Cali races

Mutunga, Mweu win in Parklands Sports Club run

Former World Youth 3000m silver medallist Patrick Mutunga and 2022 Durban 10K bronze medallist Fridah Mweu are winners of the monthly Parklands Sports Club.

By Ochieng Oyugi 4 days ago

Mutunga, Mweu win in Parklands Sports Club run

Kenya's chase for relays medal fails to takeoff as expected

What was expected to be a smooth sailing for Kenya in men's 4x100m relay final at the Commonwealth Games yesterday ended in total disarray for the Kenyans.

By Dennis Okeyo 4 days ago

Kenya's chase for relays medal fails to takeoff as expected

Julius Yego wins bronze in Javelin at Commonwealth Games

Former World champion Julius Yego won a bronze medal for Kenya in the men's Javelin final after throwing one of his best attempts in three years at the Commonwealth Games

By Odero Charles 4 days ago

Julius Yego wins bronze in Javelin at Commonwealth Games

Mweresa sparkles as Kenya win bronze in men's 4x400m

The 2015 Africa Games 400 metres silver medallist Boniface MRyan dug deep in the final lap on Sunday evening to secure a bronze medal for Kenya i

By Washington Onyango 4 days ago

Mweresa sparkles as Kenya win bronze in men's 4x400m

Beatrice Chebet wins gold for Kenya in 5000m final

Beatrice Chebet gave Kenya's sixth gold medal after sprinting to victory in the women's 5000m finals at the ongoing 2022 Commonwealth Games

By Washington Onyango 4 days ago

Beatrice Chebet wins gold for Kenya in 5000m final

Kenya's Wyclif Kimanyal defends 800m gold in Birmingham

Wyclif Kimanyal on Sunday successfully defended his Commonwealth Games 800m gold medal after sprinting to victory in Birmingham.

By Charles Odero 4 days ago

Kenya's Wyclif Kimanyal defends 800m gold in Birmingham

England's Muir wins 1500m final as Kenyans finish 9th and 12th

World Championships bronze medallist Laura Muir of England on Sunday evening won gold in the women's 1500m final

By Washington Onyango 4 days ago

England's Muir wins 1500m final as Kenyans finish 9th and 12th

Haaland nets twice on EPL debut as City beat West Ham 2-0

Erling Haaland scored twice on his Premier League debut as Manchester City opened its title defense with a 2-0 win over West Ham

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Haaland nets twice on EPL debut as City beat West Ham 2-0

Man United lose 2-1 to Brighton in Ten Hag's 1st EPL game

United’s players were booed off at halftime and at the final whistle, with Ten Hag looking grim-faced as he walked off the field.

By Associated Press 4 days ago

Man United lose 2-1 to Brighton in Ten Hag's 1st EPL game

Heartbreak for Kenya in 4x100m, 400m and 10000m walking race finals

It is a sad day for Kenya at the ongoing 2022 Commonwealth Games after missing out on a podium finish in the three consecutive events that happened on Sunday midday.

By Washington Onyango 5 days ago

Heartbreak for Kenya in 4x100m, 400m and 10000m walking race finals

Kenya misses medal again in men's 400m race

The National men’s 400m Champion Boniface Mweresa narrowly missed out on the medal bracket at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham

By Mike Kihaki 5 days ago

Kenya misses medal again in men's 400m race

Harambee Starlets drop in FIFA rankings

National women’s football team Harambee Starlets have dropped two places in the FIFA ranking.

By Washington Onyango 5 days ago

Harambee Starlets drop in FIFA rankings

Korir and Kimosong win silver and bronze in Cali

Ethiopia’s Melkeneh Aziz pulled a fast one on Kenyans to snatch gold medal in the men’s 3,000m contest at the World Athletics Under-20 Championships

By Jonathan Komen 5 days ago

Korir and Kimosong win silver and bronze in Cali

Why Malkia strikers have nothing to celebrate at team camp in Brazil

All is not well in the national women volleyball team, Malkia Strikers’ high performance training camp in Brazil, Standard Sports can reveal.

By Rodgers Eshitemi 5 days ago

Why Malkia strikers have nothing to celebrate at team camp in Brazil

Jorginho gives Chelsea 1-0 opening win over Everton in EPL

Jorginho’s late first-half penalty was enough to give Chelsea a 1-0 victory over Everton in the English Premier League on Saturday

By Associated Press 5 days ago

Jorginho gives Chelsea 1-0 opening win over Everton in EPL

Kimeli and Krop win silver and bronze for Kenya in 5000m final

Nicholas Kimeli and Jacob Krop on Saturday evening won silver and bronze medals respectively in the men's 5000m final

By Washington Onyango 5 days ago

Kimeli and Krop win silver and bronze for Kenya in 5000m final

Commonwealth Games: Mary Moraa wins gold in women's 800m finals

Mary Moraa wins Kenya's fourth gold at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games;

By Washington Onyango 5 days ago

Commonwealth Games: Mary Moraa wins gold in women's 800m finals

DC United signs Premier League veteran Benteke

D.C. United have signed forward Christian Benteke on a permanent transfer from Crystal Palace.

By Associated Press 5 days ago

DC United signs Premier League veteran Benteke

Commonwealth Games: Timothy Cheruiyot clinches 1500m silver, misses gold by a whisker

A rookie error in his first-ever international race cost Former World champion Timothy Cheruiyot a gold medal

By Mike Kihaki 6 days ago

Commonwealth Games: Timothy Cheruiyot clinches 1500m silver, misses gold by a whisker

Nunez helps Liverpool salvage 2-2 draw at Fulham in EPL

New Liverpool signing Darwin Nunez came off the bench to score one goal and set up another Saturday as the Reds salvaged a 2-2 draw

By Associated Press 6 days ago

Nunez helps Liverpool salvage 2-2 draw at Fulham in EPL

Kenya's Kibiwott and Amos Serem win gold and bronze in 3000m steeplechase as India's Avinash bags silver

India’s Avinash Sable settled for the silver after he clocked 8:11.20– that was his personal best and also a national record.

By Odero Charles 6 days ago

Kenya's Kibiwott and Amos Serem win gold and bronze in 3000m steeplechase as India's Avinash bags silver

New voice Drury set as NBC opens EPL season

Peter Drury’s voice has been synonymous with the Premier League for over 20 years. As he embarks on his first season as NBC’s play-by-play announce

By Associated Press 6 days ago

New voice Drury set as NBC opens EPL season

World U20: Korir and Kimosong win silver and bronze for Kenya in 3000m

Felix Korir and Edwin Kimosong bagged silver and bronze medals in lifetime-best performances on Saturday morning in the 3,000m race

By Odero Charles 6 days ago

World U20: Korir and Kimosong win silver and bronze for Kenya in 3000m