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Stephen Rutto

Ruto promises hustlers better times in 2026, declares war on drug abuse

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-01 17:46:14

President William Ruto promised more benefits for hustlers in 2026 through subsidised agriculture and increased job opportunities in the housing and roads infrastructure sectors.

Athletics events expected to make waves in 2026

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-03 09:00:00

Athletics casts are spoilt for choice as an action-packed 2026 offers numerous opportunities for them to continue to rule the roost.

Kenyan athletics stars to look out for in 2026

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-05 08:00:00

From their recent performances, Kenyan stars are set to weave another tapestry as they eye glory and dominance.

Ruto slams Gachagua over national schools placement

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-08 15:30:00

President William Ruto has told off his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua, over his remarks that national schools in the central region were not admitting local students.

Ruto tells off Gachagua over national schools placement

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-08 15:36:01

According to Ruto, the Gachagua-led united opposition was using ethnic balkanisation

Straight As increase as boys outshine girls in 11 subjects

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-10 09:20:00

There were more than 239 candidates who scored A plains in the 2025 KCSE examination released yesterday.

Flying start for Kenya as it tops medal table at 2026 World Cross

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-12 09:11:57

The men’s Under-20 squad delivered a clean podium sweep in USA.

Athletes to have their flowers at Sirikwa Classic X-C tour on Valentine's Day

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-21 12:58:01

During the official launch of the 2026 gold level cross country meet on Tuesday, athletics enthusiasts were asked to come to the Lobo Village venue armed with their fine-looking flowers.

Stars emerging from cross country contests

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-21 13:33:16

Athletes such as Frankline Kibet are emerging after maintaining consistency which resulted in his leading a clean podium sweep for Kenya in Florida.

Kipchoge urges corporates to continue supporting sports

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-22 00:00:00

Kenya is preparing to host one of the two international annual shows in 2026.

French tourist dies in horror parachute accident in Elgeyo Marakwet

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-22 11:23:46

The deceased was paragliding alongside her spouse, Pierre Laurens, who was flying a separate paraglider at the time of the accident.

French tourist dies in tragic paragliding accident in Elgeyo Marakwet

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-22 13:14:36

The deceased was paragliding alongside her spouse, Pierre Laurens, who flew a separate paraglider at the time of the accident.

Will Kenya become the first African country to host World Championships?

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-23 00:00:00

Kenya will know in September this year whether it will host the 2029 or 2031 World Athletics Championships, the most prestigious international track and field event.

Mariam Njoki: This is why I switched allegiance to Qatar

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-27 06:00:00

Mariam Lufti Njoki, formerly Christine Njoki is over the moon even as she awaits approval by World Athletics to represent her new country – Qatar.

Seizure of motorcycle, arrest of rider sparks hours of chaos in Eldoret

By Stephen Rutto   2026-01-30 19:00:59

According to protesting boda boda riders, the county enforcement officers arrested and attacked their colleague on Thursday evening.

Kipyegon among super-fast stars invited for Sirikwa Classic XC tour

By Stephen Rutto   2026-02-05 00:00:00

She kicked off her record-assassination spree at the cross-country tour in 2023.

KRA begins process to rebrand to KRS, authority chairman says

By Stephen Rutto   2026-02-07 03:00:00

Kenya Revenue Authority has started the process to rebrand as Kenya Revenue Service, aiming to usher in a cultural shift.

High county approval costs hindering affordable housing, expert says

By Stephen Rutto   2026-02-06 16:54:00

High housing approval costs across counties are slowing the delivery of housing units, a property expert has said.

Oscar Sudi: The new political bully or loyal foot soldier?

By Stephen Rutto   2026-02-08 07:00:00

Rift Valley MPs have questioned motives behind Sudi’s empowerment initiatives across their constituencies.

Kenyans hope things will look up at World Indoors in Poland

By Stephen Rutto   2026-02-10 00:00:00

Kenyan casts have delivered mixed results ahead of the global showpiece that will be staged in Kuyavian-Pomerarian, Poland,