Professor Makau Mutua takes the Oath of Office as the Chairman of the Panel of Experts on Compensation of victims of protests and Riots on September 4, 2025.[Benard Orwongo, Standard] Rights groups and opposition leaders have accused President William Ruto’s administration of using a new compensation framework for victims of police brutality as a cover-up for impunity, warning that it shields perpetrators and ignores enforced disappearances linked to last year’s Gen Z protests. The framework, launched on August 8 and chaired by law scholar Makau Mutua within the Executive Office of the President, seeks to compensate families affected by police…
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Harry Hare, Chairman of CIO Africa.[Benard Orwongo,Standard] A record 1,200 organisations across Africa have applied for the 2025 CIO100 Awards, reflecting the continent’s rapid digital transformation as the technology market is projected to double to $63 billion by 2030. The shortlisted 162 organisations include major firms such as Kenya Airways, Safaricom PLC, Nigeria’s Dangote Group and RwandAir, alongside emerging enterprises, government agencies, and non-profits adopting technology to address economic and social challenges. Winners will be announced during the CIO100 Symposium and Awards, scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, to Friday, November 21, at Enashipai Resort and Spa in Naivasha, Kenya. Follow…
Ayisi Makatiani, CEO of Caava Group, Urvi Patel, Consulting Leader, Deloitte East Africa and Moses G. Kuria, Group Chief Financial Officer at M-TIBA during the InsurTech Forum Nairobi 2025.[Courtesy] Africa’s insurance industry is being urged to abandon outdated legacy systems and embrace digital connectivity and data-driven tools to cut costs, improve efficiency, and expand access for the uninsured. This was the key message from the InsurTech Forum Nairobi 2025 (ITFN), which brought together more than 150 executives, regulators, and innovators to map out practical steps for digital transformation. Currently, only 1 per cent of insurance operations in Africa use Artificial…
Strategic Nest Corporation CEO Samuel Njari during the launch of the awards in Nairobi on September 18,2025.[Benard Orwongo, Standard] Strategic Nest Corporation (SNC), a research-driven communications and public relations firm, has announced the winners of the 2025 edition of the Strategic Business & Leadership Awards (SBL 2025). Speaking during a press briefing at SNC headquarters, the firm’s CEO and Head of Secretariat, Samuel Nũjari, said the awards were designed to celebrate leaders and organizations driving impactful change across Africa. This year’s honorees were selected after months of research and community engagement, resulting in a list of top corporate leaders, outstanding…
Official Opening of an exclusive shop for female merchandise targeting women between the ages 25 to 55 at the Waterfront Mall in Karen on August 29,2025.[Benard Orwongo,Standard] Kenya has invited China to seize investment opportunities in the country’s special economic zones as a strategic entry point into Africa’s vast consumer market. On Friday, the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) showcased a range of investment opportunities for Chinese businesses, stressing that Kenya offers a gateway to millions of African consumers. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Speaking at the official opening of Yiwu Selection Kenya — an exclusive women’s merchandise store…
Official Opening of an exclusive shop for female merchandise targeting women between the ages 25 to 55 at the Waterfront Mall in Karen on August 29,2025.[Benard Orwongo,Standard] Kenya has invited China to seize investment opportunities in the country’s special economic zones as a strategic entry point into Africa’s vast consumer market. On Friday, the Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest) showcased a range of investment opportunities for Chinese businesses, stressing that Kenya offers a gateway to millions of African consumers. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Speaking at the official opening of Yiwu Selection Kenya — an exclusive women’s merchandise store…
The Nairobi Hospital held its annual Childrens Charity Heart Fund Golf Tournament at Karen Country Club on Friday, rallying support for children born with congenital heart disease (CHD). Published Date: 2025-08-05 17:52:39 Author: By Benard Orwongo Source: The Standard
From Left:France Ambassador to Kenya Arnaud Suquet,Principal Secretary State department of Energy Alex Wachira,French Minister Delegate for Francophonie and International Partnerships Thani Mohamed Soilihi and KETRACO Managing Director and CEO John Mativo during a site visit to National Systems Control Centre(NSCC)project site in Embakasi,Nairobi on May 30,2025. [Benard Orwongo,Standard] The Ministry of Energy and Petroleum and the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company Limited (KETRACO) got a boost on the national electricity transmission grid from the France government. On Friday, Thani Mohamed Soilihi, the French Minister Delegate for Francophonie and International Partnerships was hosted at the site of the National System Control Centre…
From left: Erastus Muthura, Absa Bank Kenya Head of SME Banking, Elizabeth Wasunna-Ochwa, Absa Bank Kenya Business Banking Director, Mary Ellen Iskenderian, CEO, Women’s World Banking (WWB) and Elizabeth Gathai, Regional Head of Africa, WWB during the signing of an MOU between Absa Bank Kenya and WWB to promote the inclusion of more women in business across the country. [Benard Orwongo,Standard] Absa Bank Kenya has entered into a strategic partnership with Women’s World Banking (WWB) to enhance financial inclusion and empower women entrepreneurs across Kenya. The partnership, officially signed during the Women’s World Banking partners breakfast in Nairobi, will strengthen…