President William Ruto sits on President Joe Biden’s seat at the oval office in the White House, Washington, D.C on May 23, 2024. [PCS, Standard] He rose to power riding a crest of political momentum and quickly emerged as Washington’s new favourite in East Africa. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0), rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)); } .paywall-container { position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto; padding: 25px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1);…
Author: By Francis Ontomwa
When President William Ruto was received by then US President Joe Biden at the White House, Washington, D.C. [PCS] It’s reckoning time for Kenya, as the United States moves to roll back military and intelligence ties in a dramatic turn that could see Nairobi stripped of its coveted Major Non-NATO Ally status. At the heart of the storm are Kenya’s growing diplomatic blunders, suspected links to rogue armed groups, and troubling human rights concerns that have rattled Washington just a year after conferring the honour. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height:…
When President William Ruto was received by then US President Joe Biden at the White House, Washington, D.C. [PCS] It’s reckoning time for Kenya, as the United States moves to roll back military and intelligence ties in a dramatic turn that could see Nairobi stripped of its coveted Major Non-NATO Ally status. At the heart of the storm are Kenya’s growing diplomatic blunders, suspected links to rogue armed groups, and troubling human rights concerns that have rattled Washington just a year after conferring the honour. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height:…
President William Ruto and ODM Leader Raila Odinga at Kasarani Stadium to support the national team, Harambee Stars. [Courtesy, PCS] The much-anticipated 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) finally landed on Kenyan soil, a proud milestone for a nation hosting the 19-country tournament for the very first time. But instead of rallying the country around football, the tournament risks going down as one of the biggest sporting scandals in Kenya’s history. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0), rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)); }…
Sabrina Wanjiku Simader is facing an uncertain future contemplating early retirement, occasioned not by injury or personal choice, but from what she describes as years of institutional neglect. Published Date: 2025-07-29 09:20:00 Author: By Francis Ontomwa Source: The Standard
Published Date: 2025-07-29 00:00:00 Author: By Francis Ontomwa Source: The Standard
Kenya to host first continental premier artificial intelligence conference from August 2025. [iStock] Kenya will host the premier Africa Artificial Intelligence Conference (AIPAC 2025), the first continental gathering focusing exclusively on Artificial Intelligence. The four-day conference, taking place from August 25 to 28 in Mombasa, has been strategically designed to position Kenya at the epicentre of global AI conversations. AIPAC 2025 is expected to bring together over 1,500 business and corporate leaders, policymakers, scholars, innovators, and researchers from across Africa and the globe. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Delegates will collaborate on co-creating national AI strategies, shaping ethical frameworks,…
Activist Boniface Mwangi finally produced before Kahawa Law Courts. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] In a disgraceful and revealing climbdown that has utterly laid bare the abuse of Kenya’s anti-terror laws, the State has dropped terrorism charges against activist Boniface Mwangi, charges many Kenyans saw as both absurd and politically motivated. Instead, in a move that reeks of face-saving desperation, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), under Renson Ingonga, has opted to charge Mwangi with unlawful possession of ammunition under the Firearms Act, releasing him on a personal bond of Sh1 million. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position:…
Activist Boniface Mwangi finally produced before Kahawa Law Courts. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] In a disgraceful and revealing climbdown that has utterly laid bare the abuse of Kenya’s anti-terror laws, the State has dropped terrorism charges against activist Boniface Mwangi, charges many Kenyans saw as both absurd and politically motivated. Instead, in a move that reeks of face-saving desperation, the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP), under Renson Ingonga, has opted to charge Mwangi with unlawful possession of ammunition under the Firearms Act, releasing him on a personal bond of Sh1 million. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position:…
A worker of West End Supermarket in Free Area, Nakuru, reacts after the supermarket was vandalised and looted during the Saba Saba unrest in Nakuru City. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The creeping wave of perceived state-enabled lawlessness for political expediency is tightening its grip on Kenya. Two years to the General Election, fears are mounting that what is unfolding is not random violence but a carefully calculated scheme to weaponise chaos, suppress dissent, pit Kenyans against each other, and potentially suppress turnout in strategic voting blocs. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height:…
A worker of West End Supermarket in Free Area, Nakuru, reacts after the supermarket was vandalised and looted during the Saba Saba unrest in Nakuru City. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The creeping wave of perceived state-enabled lawlessness for political expediency is tightening its grip on Kenya. Two years to the General Election, fears are mounting that what is unfolding is not random violence but a carefully calculated scheme to weaponise chaos, suppress dissent, pit Kenyans against each other, and potentially suppress turnout in strategic voting blocs. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height:…
A worker of West End Supermarket in Free Area, Nakuru, reacts after the supermarket was vandalised and looted during the Saba Saba unrest in Nakuru City. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The creeping wave of perceived state-enabled lawlessness for political expediency is tightening its grip on Kenya. Two years to the General Election, fears are mounting that what is unfolding is not random violence but a carefully calculated scheme to weaponise chaos, suppress dissent, pit Kenyans against each other, and potentially suppress turnout in strategic voting blocs. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height:…
A worker of West End Supermarket in Free Area, Nakuru, reacts after the supermarket was vandalised and looted during the Saba Saba unrest in Nakuru City. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The creeping wave of perceived state-enabled lawlessness for political expediency is tightening its grip on Kenya. Two years to the General Election, fears are mounting that what is unfolding is not random violence but a carefully calculated scheme to weaponise chaos, suppress dissent, pit Kenyans against each other, and potentially suppress turnout in strategic voting blocs. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height:…
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen addresses the Press on protests at Harambe House, Nairobi, on June 26, 2025 . [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen’s shoot-to-kill pronouncement has baffled many and drawn widespread condemnation even from police officers. His remarks came just as what was meant to be a solemn anniversary meant to honour those killed during last year’s Gen Z protests turned violent, tragically adding 19 more names to Kenya’s growing list of victims of police brutality. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom,…
Activists and friends of Albert Ojwang’ protset outside the Nairobi Funeral home at the Mbagathi way- Ngong road round-about demanding justice following Albert Ojwang’s death while in police custody. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Before he drew his final breath, Albert Ojwang’ was abandoned to die without even the faintest attempt to resuscitate him—denied the most basic chance at survival. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to bottom, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0), rgba(255, 255, 255, 1)); } .paywall-container { position: relative; max-width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;…
Deputy Inspector General Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat during briefing the press following Albert Omondi Ojwang’s death in police custody at Central Police station, Nairobi. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The brutal killing of Albert Ojwang’ at the hands of police has ripped off the veil on the deep-seated rot within the National Police Service and unmasked the entrenched highhandedness and systemic cover-ups that have for ages characterised the service, as well as a collapse of command at the highest levels. The Standard has obtained fresh details from witnesses within police units that could place top cops including Deputy…
Deputy Inspector General Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat during a press briefing following Albert Omondi Ojwang’s death in police custody at Central Police station, Nairobi. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Disturbing details have emerged linking Albert Ojwang’s brutal murder to a highly unusual police visit to the Standard Group offices in Nairobi, sparked by a fake newspaper front page headline wrongly attributed to the media house and implicating Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat. Two months ago, officers from the elite General Service Unit (GSU) stormed the Standard Group’s offices in Nairobi to investigate a fake front-page headline circulating online, bearing The Standard’s branding and the provocative title, “The Richest…
Deputy Inspector General Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat during a press briefing following Albert Omondi Ojwang’s death in police custody at Central Police station, Nairobi. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Disturbing details have emerged linking Albert Ojwang’s brutal murder to a highly unusual police visit to the Standard Group offices in Nairobi, sparked by a fake newspaper front page headline wrongly attributed to the media house and implicating Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat. Two months ago, officers from the elite General Service Unit (GSU) stormed the Standard Group’s offices in Nairobi to investigate a fake front-page headline circulating online, bearing The Standard’s branding and the provocative title, “The Richest…
Deputy Inspector General Kenya Police Service Eliud Lagat during a press briefing following Albert Omondi Ojwang’s death in police custody at Central Police station, Nairobi. June 9, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Disturbing details have emerged linking Albert Ojwang’s brutal murder to a highly unusual police visit to the Standard Group offices in Nairobi, sparked by a fake newspaper front page headline wrongly attributed to the media house and implicating Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat. Two months ago, on April 22, 2024, officers from the elite General Service Unit (GSU) stormed the Standard Group’s offices in Nairobi to investigate a fake front-page headline circulating online, bearing The Standard’s branding and the…