Viral videos featuring a man believed to be a foreign national interacting with Kenyan women have ignited widespread debate across social media platforms, with opinions sharply divided over what the clips represent and what they say about society. The videos and images, which have been trending for several hours, show a man approaching different women in public and semi-private settings, striking up conversations and engaging in light-hearted interactions. Across the videos, there is noticeable flirtatious language and behaviour, though no one appears to be coerced or restrained. As the clips circulated, they triggered a flood of reactions online, ranging from humour and mockery to concern and outright condemnation. Some users called on the government to intervene, questioning why authorities had remained silent despite the videos gaining massive traction.

February 14, 2026 14:51 UTC

Orange Democratic Movement leaders have intensified grassroots engagements, promising to keep the party in government and resist efforts to confine it to opposition ranks. Speaking during a rally in Magarini, top officials accused a section of party members of deliberately pushing for the Orange party to remain in opposition, a move they said will not happen.

February 14, 2026 13:58 UTC

Liverpool are eyeing up a deal for a Bundesliga star who has got a “dream” to move to the Premier League. The Reds spent £450m in last summer’s transfer window - but there are indications that sporting director is planning to splash out once again at the end of the season. Milos Kerkez was brought in for £40m last summer and has since displaced long-term first-choice Andy Robertson. Robbo, meanwhile, is out of contract in summer 2026 when his £160k per week deal expires. And while the Reds have got young players like Owen Beck and Luke Chambers waiting in the wings the likelihood is that they move for a senior player instead.

February 14, 2026 13:31 UTC

‎[Kipsang Joseph, Standard]As Kenyans mark Valentine’s Day today, celebrating love in its many forms, the Standard Media Group joined in. Valentine’s Day, observed annually, is a time to express love, not only to partners, but also to friends, family and oneself. Standard readers and Vendors in Kisumu get roses from the Standard group team during Valentine's Day celebrates. Dedicated Standard Newspaper readers in Mombasa surprised with Valentine’s flowers. Standard Media Group Kisii area sales manager Javan Omulanya gifts The Standard Newspaper readers with rose flowers in Kisii town as a way of appreciating them on valentine day.

February 14, 2026 11:34 UTC

The cooperation is aimed at aligning partnerships in leadership development, governance reform programming, policy-oriented research, and institutional capacity enhancement. The event entailed the launch of a flagship capacity-building initiative for senior public officials drawn from Kenya, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, and Tunisia. We must work together and build our future together,” said Italy’s Minister for Universities and Research, Anne Maria Bernini. Bernini noted long-standing scientific ties, pointing to the Luigi Broglio Space Centre in Malindi as a symbol of successful Kenyan–Italian collaboration. “The choices we make today on knowledge, science and research will launch our communities into the future.

February 14, 2026 11:10 UTC





Prof Paul Wainaina welcomed by KU students. What happens when a clear and steady voice is judged disruptive in a society that rewards ambiguity, compromise and silence? I came face-to-face with this when I started following the story of Prof Paul Wainaina. The same questions stayed with me as I wrote the foreword to Prof Paul Wainaina’s autobiography. Wainaina has performed an act of worship by telling his story.

February 14, 2026 09:30 UTC

The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest.

February 14, 2026 09:30 UTC

High Court Judge Freda Mugambi has recused herself from hearing a petition by Kenya Breweries Limited (KBL) seeking to terminate Sh3 billion arbitration proceedings against construction giant JILK Construction Company Limited. When the matter came up for directions yesterday, Justice Mugambi disqualified herself from further handling the commercial dispute, citing conflict of interest concerns.

February 14, 2026 09:00 UTC

The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest.

February 14, 2026 07:30 UTC

Audio By VocalizeKakamega Hill School ,Junior school assessment candidates wait to start their exams in their examination room on October 27, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]The national registration for the 2026 examinations will commence next week, the Education Ministry has announced. Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba said the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) will begin the KCSE, KJSEA and KPSEA examinations on Monday to run within the timelines provided. According to the CS, Registration for KPSEA will run from February 16 and close on March 16, while KCSE registration will begin on the same date and end on March 31. On the other hand, registration for KJSEA will start later on March 2 and also close on March 31.

February 14, 2026 05:20 UTC

Abhishek Sharma Health Update: The energy in the Indian camp just shifted up a gear. India vs Pakistan showdownSunday clash is not just a normal clash, it's a battle between two-nations who lock head to head in world cricket. In fact, it’s the crown jewel of the T20 World Cup 2026 league stage. Out of 8 T20 World Cup meetings, India has dominated with 7 wins, while Pakistan has managed just one. Why Abhishek matters vs Pakistan?

February 14, 2026 04:51 UTC

Just like that, Urvashi Rautela, who once made headlines for her alleged affair with cricketer Rishabh Pant, is now once again in the spotlight. Who is Urvashi Rautela dating now? Is Urvashi Rautela Dating AP Dhillon? While one wrote, “Unexpected meet-up,” another added, “AP Dhillon and Urvashi? Meanwhile, neither Urvashi Rautela nor AP Dhillon has opened up on the matter or given any official statement.

February 14, 2026 02:00 UTC

Entertainment News Today, February 14, Live Updates: Catch up on all the live updates on the hot and trending topics in the entertainment industry today. From Shahid Kapoor and Triptii Dimri's film O'Romeo box office collection to the controversies surrounding Manoj Bajpayee's film Ghooskhor Pandat, News24 Entertainment Live brings you every minute detail from B-town, the OTT world, the silver screen, and the social media sphere. With February 14 kicking off today, some of the major happenings of the day include witnessing the opening numbers of O'Romeo and Tu Ya Main. As the day has started, all entertainment junkies can turn to News24 Entertainment Live for all the latest updates! Entertainment News Live Updates February 14: Catch up all the latest updates of the entertainment industry here

February 14, 2026 01:16 UTC

Well TSITP fans have been craving a prequel about Laurel and Susannah's college and young adult years, and after a hilarious interview with Bridgerton stars Yerin Ha and Hannah Dodd, everyone's calling for these two to get cast in the roles! In case you didn't realize that Yerin Ha and Hannah Dodd are perfect for a Laurel and Susannah The Summer I Turned Pretty prequel...you're welcome. #tsitp #tiktok #bridgerton #netflix ♬ original sound - Λšβœ§π’žπ’Άπ“Žπ“β„―β„―π“ƒβœ§Λšβ‚Š @tcnoodlesoup @Jenny Han you know what to do 🫑 #fy I first came across this idea after Yerin Ha and Hannah Dodd's New York Times Pizza Interview went viral. Erika Doss/Prime Video And, of course, The Summer I Turned Pretty fans already have an idea for what the prequel could cover. Okay so we (hypothetically) have Hannah Dodd as Susannah and Yerin Ha as Laurel — who would you cast as John and Adam?

February 14, 2026 00:23 UTC

President William Ruto during NYOTA disbursement programme in Wajir Stadium, Wajir County. [PCS]A man in a white shirt and blue jeans emerged from behind the podium and sprinted directly towards the President. The incident, the third one in less than a year, has sent shockwaves among security circles. For a few gut-wrenching seconds at Wajir Stadium on Thursday, Kenyans were again treated to yet another security breach during President William Ruto’s event. A man in a white shirt and blue jeans emerged from behind the podium and sprinted directly towards the President, forcing the Head of State to stop his speech mid-sentence as security aides scrambled to intervene.

February 13, 2026 22:03 UTC