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Topic: Awards

Standard scribe headlines SportPesa Premier League Gala Awards

By Mike Kihaki   2026-06-05 00:58:45

Standard Group sports journalist Washington Onyango has been named the winner of the prestigious Golden Pen Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to sports journalism.

Waithira, Morrison and Akonnor headline SportPesa Premier League awards

By Washington Onyango   2026-06-03 13:04:59

Murang’a Seal goal machine Joseph Waithira, Gor Mahia’s midfield maestro Enock Morrison and K’Ogalo title-winning coach Charles Akonnor will headline the SportPesa Premier League awards.

K-pop group BTS clinch artist of the year at 2026 American Music Awards

By Victor Budi   2026-05-26 12:04:47

BTS won artist of the year at the 52nd American Music Awards in Las Vegas, held at MGM Grand Garden Arena, also taking song of the summer for “SWIM”.

Taylor Swift leaves 2026 American Music Awards empty-handed despite eight nominations

By Manuel Ntoyai   2026-05-26 11:36:03

Taylor Swift failed to win any awards at the 2026 American Music Awards despite leading the nominations with eight nods, as breakout stars and first-time winners dominated the night.

Ngugi wa Thiong'o, Joan Thatiah, Jackson Biko among winners at TBC Penmanship Awards

By Anjellah Owino   2026-05-19 14:52:23

The TBC Penmanship Awards 2026 in Nairobi recognised Kenyan writers across age categories, with Prof Ngugi wa Thiong’o, Joan Thatiah and Jackson Biko among the notable winners.

TSC boss Mitei honoured at regions' Superwoman awards

By Mike Kihaki   2026-05-18 19:46:19

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) acting Chief Executive Officer Eveleen Mitei, has been recognised as one of East Africa’s most influential public sector leaders.