Teams set for 2025 Nyalenya Super Cup

At least 30 teams are getting ready for the second edition of Nyalenya Super Cup this month.

By Peter Ochieng and Stephen Rutto 1 month ago

Man receives 25-year sentence for defiling girl, 3

A middle-aged man has been sentenced to 25 years' imprisonment after he was found guilty of defiling a three-year-old girl.

By Peter Ochieng 1 month ago

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'I was paid by wife to kill him': Man confesses to killing marathoner Kandie

The suspect implicated the wife of the deceased in the murder

By Peter Ochieng 1 month ago

Three charged with fraudulent acquisition of forged land documents

Mark Kibet Kibii (teacher), Samson Chumba and Sophie Jepkemei Keitany denied the offence when they appeared before Senior Principal Magistrate Kimani Mukabi.

By Peter Ochieng 1 month ago

Police officer arraigned over college student murder

A police officer accused of fatally shooting a 22-year-old college student in Kitale has been arraigned in Eldoret High Court.

By Peter Ochieng 2 months ago

Thugs rob Catholic priest in Kapseret, dump car in Sugoi

A Catholic priest and his servant escaped death after a gang of four armed men, who were in jungle green regalia resembling police uniform, attacked them in Uasin Gishu County.

By Peter Ochieng 2 months ago

Bishop Kimengich: Kenyans deserve truth about slain priest's death

Bishop Dominick Kimengich criticised the authorities for failing to inform Kenyans about the motives behind the young priest's death.

By Peter Ochieng 2 months ago

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How driver stole Sh1.4 million from former athlete's mobile phone

While testifying before Eldoret Chief Magistrate Dennis Mikoyan, Boit expressed his disbelief about the theft.

By Peter Ochieng 3 months ago

Kanu is fully back in government, says Party official

Kanu members in Uasin Gishu County have assured Kenyans of their willingness to support the government following the decision made by their National Chairman, Gideon Moi.

By Peter Ochieng 3 months ago

Court nullifies grant issued to lecturer over father's estate

Justice Reuben Nyakundi nullified the grant awarded in June of this year, stating that Sum failed to disclose essential facts when applying for this critical document.

By Peter Ochieng 3 months ago

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Eldoret woman admits buying child for Sh30,500, claims she was childless

A woman accused of kidnapping a six-year-old boy in May of last year told an Eldoret court that she purchased the child for Sh 30,500 from a willing seller.

By Peter Ochieng 3 months ago

Man tells court he smokes marijuana to relieve 'stress'

A handcart puller arrested over possession of 37 rolls of bhang told an Eldoret court that he needs the drug to relieve "stress."

By Peter Ochieng 3 months ago

Family demands release of abducted kin in Kerio Valley

A family is seeking the release of their kin, allegedly arrested by police officers at an entertainment joint on September 22, 2025.

By Peter Ochieng 3 months ago

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Judge dismisses second wife's multi-billion shilling will of Kibor Talai as forgery

The report determined that the signatures on the will did not match the authenticated signatures of the deceased.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Court orders man to refund Sh12m allegedly swindled from job seeker

Mr Keino received the money from the victims, including university and college students and taxi operators, pretending that he was in a position to secure them well-paying jobs in Australia.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Two prime suspects in marathoner's murder seek plea bargain

Two key suspects in the murder of marathoner Samson Kandie want to enter a plea bargain.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Residents block Eldoret highway to protest accident at Kapseret

The protest was prompted by the tragic death of the 14-year-old boy who was hit on Thursday evening near the Southern Bypass, between Lobo Hotel and Cheplasgei in Eldoret City.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Eldoret church leader charged with defiling 14-year-old son for years

The accused person, a lay leader with the Anglican Church of Kenya in Ausin Gishu County, was charged before Senior Principal Magistrate Peter Ireri.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Farouk Kibet: We won't entertain corrupt police officers in Rift Valley

Farouk said that a senior police officer and his team had failed to protect the residents from persistent animal theft and breaking of houses by criminals.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Striking Moi University lecturers vow to stay put over broken promises

The lectures' union has accused the management of failing to honour a return-to-work formula signed last year after a three-month industrial action.

By Peter Ochieng 4 months ago

Ugandan charged with trafficking 190 kilograms of narcotic drugs

A Ugandan citizen was on Wednesday charged in a Nakuru court with trafficking 190 kilograms of narcotic drugs with a street value of Sh 9.5 million, contrary to the law.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Police holding three human fingers and six ammunition in Eldoret

The forefinger, ring finger, and little finger are suspected to have been chopped off by an unknown person.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Court rejects Sh3m bail for man accused of swindling youths in overseas job scam

The court had previously granted him bond pending the hearing and determination of the fraud-related case against him, which he allegedly committed a few months ago.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Students storm police station to demand justice for murdered colleague

Students of Eldoret National Polytechnic protested at the Langas Police Station in Kapseret, Uasin Gishu County, to demand justice for their murdered colleague.

By Peter Ochieng 5 months ago

Coffee farmers in Uasin Gishu County to receive 5.2 million seedlings

Coffee farmers in Uasin Gishu County will receive 5.2 million seedlings from the national government in the next two financial years to boost production.

By Peter Ochieng 8 months ago

Uasin Gishu firefighters warn public against siphoning fuel from overturned tankers

During the incident, firefighters faced the challenge of dispersing the crowd that had gathered to siphon the leaking fuel from the overturned tanker.

By Peter Ochieng 8 months ago

Uasin Gishu unveils Kenya's first E-voucher system for livestock vaccination

Uasin Gishu County has launched the country's first-ever e-voucher program for FMD and ECF vaccination as a way of transforming animal health management in Kenya

By Peter Ochieng 8 months ago

Christians, muslims asked to pray together for next Pope

A section of civil society groups in North Rift region have asked Christians in Kenya to pray for a new Catholic Pope who will champion human rights across the globe.

By Peter Ochieng 8 months ago

Two women accused of kidnapping children seek plea bargain

The two are accused of kidnapping a three-year-old girl and her ten-year-old sister and demanding Sh1 million from their mother to secure their release.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Sudi to Gachagua: Leave me alone, stop undermining Ruto

He claimed the former DP was a divisive character well known to Kenyans and that he has no capacity to confuse anyone, adding that even his community is tired of him.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Police arrest man impersonating President Ruto's mother security detail

Police in Eldoret are holding in custody a 34-year-old man pretending to be a General Service Officer attached to President William Ruto's mother Sarah Cheruiyot.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Eldoret students protest after paying fees to unregistered college

The students held a demonstration at the Eldoret police station to report the matter and demand a refund of the fees they had paid to the proprietor of the institute.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Work or be fired, Uasin Gishu Governor warns cabinet

Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has resorted to making impromptu visits to project sites as calls for the completion of signature programmes intensify.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Governor urges residents to exercise caution to curb fire incidents

Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has urged residents to take preventive measures to avert fire incidents that have destroyed property in the last two months in the region.

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Sudi, Kururia accuse Gachagua of sabotaging Ruto's agenda in Mt Kenya

President William Ruto addressing workers and farmers at Nzoia sugar company on August 28, 2023. [Benjamin Sakwa/ Standard]

By Peter Ochieng 9 months ago

Police arrest members of notorious gang

Police in Eldoret are holding four members of a suspected criminal gang linked to a series of robberies in recent weeks.

By Peter Ochieng 10 months ago

Eldoret businessman alleges death threats from in-laws amid ongoing assault case

He alleged that he has been receiving constant threats over his life from a section of his in-laws after he disclosed sensitive information to the police about them.

By Peter Ochieng 10 months ago

Thousands face eviction in Eldoret as state eyes more land for housing

At least 5,000 families living in various estates in Eldoret City are facing eviction as the government's affordable housing takes shape.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Seasoned leader from Class One to college

For the last 16 years, Omondi has held student leadership positions. He has earned both love and hate from students and management alike.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago

Mobilize residents or face action, Uasin Gishu officials warn chiefs

Uasin Gishu County Commissioner Eddyson Nyale has asked chiefs to mobilize residents to attend future public meetings or face disciplinary action.

By Peter Ochieng 1 year ago