Former President Mwai Kibaki during the promulgation of the new Constitution at the Uhuru Park grounds, Nairobi, on August 27, 2010. [File, Standard] The country may be preparing to mark Katiba Day on Wednesday, but a cloud of gloom continues to hang over its implementation, as President William Ruto’s administration strengthens violations, selectively applies what favours it, and races towards entrenching a vindictive and authoritarian presidency. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Subscribe Today & Save! Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly…
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ODM leader Raila Odinga and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga during the Devolution Conference 2025 at Homabay Boys High School, on August 14, 2025. [Michael Mute, Standard] A devolution conference brings together county and national leaders, experts, investors, and the public to deliberate on the progress made so far, compare notes, learn from best practices, and exhibit the best a devolved unit has to offer the country. However, if the physical form of shame was to be photographed, look no further than the ongoing Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, where governors and senior county officials displayed lavish and extravagant spending…
ODM leader Raila Odinga and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga during the Devolution Conference 2025 at Homabay Boys High School, on August 14, 2025. [Michael Mute, Standard] A devolution conference brings together county and national leaders, experts, investors, and the public to deliberate on the progress made so far, compare notes, learn from best practices, and exhibit the best a devolved unit has to offer the country. However, if the physical form of shame was to be photographed, look no further than the ongoing Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, where governors and senior county officials displayed lavish and extravagant spending…
ODM leader Raila Odinga and Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga during the Devolution Conference 2025 at Homabay Boys High School, on August 14, 2025. [Michael Mute, Standard] A devolution conference brings together county and national leaders, experts, investors, and the public to deliberate on the progress made so far, compare notes, learn from best practices, and exhibit the best a devolved unit has to offer the country. However, if the physical form of shame was to be photographed, look no further than the ongoing Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, where governors and senior county officials displayed lavish and extravagant spending…
Siaya Governor James Orengo has not been seen in public for several weeks. [File, Standard] After several weeks of speculation over his whereabouts, Siaya Governor James Orengo has returned to the country. The Standard has established that the county chief flew back to the country on Tuesday and is in Nairobi. However, he is yet to make a public appearance or return to Siaya. Speaker of the County Assembly George Okode confirmed to The Standard that the governor is back in the country. “I can confidently confirm that the governor is back in the country and is in Nairobi,” said…
ODM leader Raila Odinga during an interview with The Standard on February 28, 2023. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] A political empire facing deepening cracks, a restless support base, internal feuds, a fizzling energy about his future presidential prospects, and a defiant Gen Z threatening to change the status quo has rattled ODM leader Raila Odinga as he juggles carefully his political steps. The political strongman is facing a moment of truth with strong implications for his political future as he remains steadfast in his support for President William Ruto. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Subscribe…