Ken on 06th Dec

On Wednesday night, David Moyes took his mediocre record as Manchester United coach to new heights, with a loss at Old Trafford. It was the first time in 20 years that Everton has beaten the red devils at OT. Moyes was unable to do that in his entire time at Merseyside.Manchester United fans have lost their patience with Moyes it seems. Though many...

Ken on 04th Dec

The goalkeeper has insisted his Blancos team-mate deserves all the praise he receives, while he also believes Carlo Ancelotti’s men can win the treble this season Iker Casillas has claimed that Real Madrid colleague Cristiano Ronaldo is the best player in the world. Addressing an anti-bullying event on Tuesday, the Spain international lavished...

Ken on 03rd Dec

Yesterday we showed you photos of the new look Safaricom Stadium Kasarani. The mobile service company has done some splendid job there, giving the place a new coat of paint, some amazing photographic work capturing Kenya’s best moments in athletics, and above all that distinctive green look.Now, this photo by Wilson Mwaniki shows us just how the...

Ken on 02nd Dec

On form Arsenal midfielder, Aaron Ramsey on Thursday tweeted his love for Kenya’s Maasai Mara. The player was in Kenya in May this year, and he says he’s definitely coming back.This was his tweet.Definitely going back one day! An amazing place and experience #masaimara Definitely going back one day! An amazing place and experience #masaimara...

Ken on 29th Nov

Photo by @lmghanga The logic of hurriedly renovating the Machakos Stadium is now being questioned, after rains left the grass pitch looking like a ‘Shamba’, as a number of Twitter users described it.In just over a month, the grass has been laid, ‘grown’, trimmed and played on. The first game was between the Machakos...

Ken on 29th Nov

Formula one also known as Formula One World Championship is the highest class of single-seater auto racing. It is a sport of the elites, but its fan base knows no boundaries.G.H.MUMM has been the official Formula one champagne for many years. It has been at the centre of many celebrations by the winners, with it’s iconic images splashed all...

Ken on 29th Nov

The football genius better known as the Ivorian beast in his mother country is among the best footballers if not the best in Africa. He currently plies his trade at Manchester City in the English Premier League which has a huge following here in Africa.Yaya ‘Power House’ Toure is known for his ever present midfield display. He plays with...

Ken on 28th Nov

We’ve all been wondering why Budalangi MP Ababu Namwamba has been so quiet this year.In 2008, he became one of the most loved or hated MP when he refused to take the Parliamentary oath by Kibaki’s name, choosing his party leader Raila Odinga instead.For the whole of the 10th parliament, he was easily the most vocal member of parliament. This...

Ken on 28th Nov

Machakos’ Kenyatta Stadium was opened last weekend. The county executive team, led by Governor Alfred Mutua played against the county assembly team, in the first game to be held on the renovated 10,000 seater.We have seen the pitch and the stands, but do know how the locker room looks?Here are photos from inside the Stadium’s locker room...

Ken on 28th Nov

Yesterday, President Uhuru Kenyatta was hosted by Coca Cola at their regional headquarters in Upper Hill. He became the only Kenyan to lift the coveted FIFA World Cup trophy this year. It’s on a global tour of 88 countries courtesy of the soft drink company.Today, there will be a public viewing of the trophy today at the KICC. However, unlike...

Ken on 28th Nov

Manchester United were involved in a mid-air plane scare when their pilot had to abort landing seconds before touching down in Germany, writes David McDonnell in Leverkusen. A plane on the tarmac at Cologne airport forced the pilot to abort landing just 400 metres above the runway and land at the second attempt. Over the intercom, the captain told...

Ken on 27th Nov

Fifa World Cup trophy has arrived in Kenya this morning, touching down at JKIA at around 9am. The gold trophy is being transported around the world in a Coca Cola branded jet.While in Kenya, its first stop will be Coca Cola regional headquarters, where President Uhuru will have a chance to lift it.Tomorrow, there will be a public viewing at KICC, where...

Ken on 26th Nov

Victor Wanyama made an appearance for Southampton on their Saturday game vs Arsenal. Though Arsenal finally won the match, the Kenyan’s performance was praised by most. At times he came out too rough, but he won a lot of tackles in the process.Someone imagined Arsene Wenger signing him after that game. He has even joined the greats. © nairobiwire.comFollow...

Ken on 26th Nov

When Zlatan Ibrahimovic retires from professional football, he will leave a legacy of not only on-field brilliance, but also outrageously entertaining quotes. Indeed, no footballer has ever provided the press with as steady a stream of witty sound bites as the Paris Saint-Germain striker, who this week hit the headlines thanks to another eye-catching...

Ken on 25th Nov

Kenya 7s rugby side on Friday received customized beats by dr. dre headphones. They are all in the colours of our national flag, and thanks for asking, they’re original. Here are some pics. Photos courtesy© nairobiwire.comFollow @nairobiwire ...

Ken on 22nd Nov

In a signed statement, Sepp Blatter has hailed K’Ogalo for clinching the trophy after 18 years of waiting and has wished club well in Caf campaign World governing body Fifa President Sepp Blatter has congratulated Gor Mahia for winning 2013 Kenya Premier League title. In a signed statement copied to Kenya FA President Sam Nyamweya, Blatter said,...

Ken on 21st Nov

Photo||Michezo Africa The Kenyan Premier League is growing fast. For the first time in years, we are seeing people go to stadiums. Despite the growth however, there’s one sector that is dragging it’s feet – player remuneration.The highest earning footballer in KPL is AFC Leopard’s Mike Baraza who earns a monthly salary...

Ken on 20th Nov

Basketball superstar LeBron James says he is in talks with David Beckham about investing in the former England captain’s planned Miami MLS franchise. James, 28, won back-to-back NBA titles with Miami Heat and believes a football team would be popular in the city. “David has become a good friend of mine. There’s interest on both sides”...

Ken on 19th Nov

We have all directed all our attention to Machakos, forgetting other governors who are also doing a good job. Mombasa governor Ali Hassan Joho has done some splendid work at the City’s main stadium. For the first time in 41 years, the stadium can host night matches, following the installation of floodlights.Here are some photos from Mombasa. ©...

Ken on 19th Nov

This is really funny and true… especially the Torres part (sorry chelsea). © nairobiwire.comFollow @nairobiwire ...