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Audio By Vocalize Ford Kenya party leader Moses Wetangula at a past press conference. [File, Standard] Disquiet is building up in the ruling coalition with the entry of the ODM party, which is pushing for its irreducible minimums in a pre-election pact with President William Ruto’s UDA. This comes as one of the Kenya Kwanza affiliate parties, Ford Kenya, launched a scathing attack over what it termed as attempts of forced mergers. Party Secretary General John Chikati has pointed to a simmering falling out if the attempts to intimidate some of the partners of the ruling coalition continue, insisting that…

A parliamentary committee has questioned the rationale for the transfer of construction works of Talanta City Sports Stadium from Sports Kenya to the Ministry of Defence. Published Date: 2026-03-13 08:40:00 Author: By Irene Githinji Source: The Standard

A parliamentary committee has questioned the rationale for the transfer of construction works of Talanta City Sports Stadium from Sports Kenya to the Ministry of Defence. Published Date: 2026-03-13 00:00:00 Author: By Irene Githinji Source: The Standard

President William Ruto affixes the public seal on the National Infrastructure Fund Bill on March 9, 2026. [PCS] The National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) has finally come to pass, with the government saying the nation’s journey towards first world status has firmly been placed on course. Having assented to the NIF Bill on Monday, President William Ruto said he will be at Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) this morning to ring the bell to launch trading of Kenya Pipeline Company’s (KPC) shares. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free…

Linda Mwananchi team led by Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna at Mukuyu in Kaiti, Makueni County, on March 8, 2026. [Courtesy, Standard] Nairobi senator Edwin Sifuna insists March 7 was the deadline to implement the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that established the 10-point reform agenda and put the Broad Based government in place. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else…

Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o says the Infrastructure Fund is not established under Section 24 of the Public Finance Management Act (Cap 412) but as a corporate entity. [File, Standard] The Controller of Budget (CoB) has raised concerns over several clauses in the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2026, and proposed amendments to align it with the Constitution and other laws. In a presentation to the National Assembly Committee on Finance and National Planning during a stakeholder engagement forum, CoB Margaret Nyakang’o said the Fund is not established under Section 24 of the Public Finance Management Act (Cap 412) but as…

Controller of Budget Margaret Nyakang’o says the Infrastructure Fund is not established under Section 24 of the Public Finance Management Act (Cap 412) but as a corporate entity. [File, Standard] The Controller of Budget (CoB) has raised concerns over several clauses in the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, 2026, and proposed amendments to align it with the Constitution and other laws. In a presentation to the National Assembly Committee on Finance and National Planning during a stakeholder engagement forum, CoB Margaret Nyakang’o said the Fund is not established under Section 24 of the Public Finance Management Act (Cap 412) but as…

Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi during Linda ground rally at Ahindi gardens in Siaya on February 22, 2026. [Emmanuel Wanson, Standard] Anyone who saw Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho and his Energy counterpart Opiyo Wandayi in their orange shirts at the weekend could easily have mistaken them for ODM youth wingers. Treasury’s John Mbadi donned an orange hat, perhaps too shy to go fully orange like his two colleagues. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money…

Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna address Linda Mwananchi rally in Kakamega on February 21, 2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] For two consecutive weekends, embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his team has not only startled Kenyans with their undying spirit but also caused excitement, especially among the youthful population. Sifuna, together with other youthful legislators such as  Babu Owino of Embakasi East, Saboti’s Caleb Amisi, Caroli Omondi of Suba South, Kitutu Chache South’s Anthony Kibagendi  and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, supported by veteran politician and Siaya governor James Orengo among others, have refused to dance to…

Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna address Linda Mwananchi rally in Kakamega on February 21, 2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] For two consecutive weekends, embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his team has not only startled Kenyans with their undying spirit but also caused excitement, especially among the youthful population. Sifuna, together with other youthful legislators such as  Babu Owino of Embakasi East, Saboti’s Caleb Amisi, Caroli Omondi of Suba South, Kitutu Chache South’s Anthony Kibagendi  and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, supported by veteran politician and Siaya governor James Orengo among others, have refused to dance to…

Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna address Linda Mwananchi rally in Kakamega on February 21, 2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] For two consecutive weekends, embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his team has not only startled Kenyans with their undying spirit but also caused excitement, especially among the youthful population. Sifuna, together with other youthful legislators such as  Babu Owino of Embakasi East, Saboti’s Caleb Amisi, Caroli Omondi of Suba South, Kitutu Chache South’s Anthony Kibagendi  and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, supported by veteran politician and Siaya governor James Orengo among others, have refused to dance to…

Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna address Linda Mwananchi rally in Kakamega on February 21, 2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] For two consecutive weekends, embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his team has not only startled Kenyans with their undying spirit but also caused excitement, especially among the youthful population. Sifuna, together with other youthful legislators such as  Babu Owino of Embakasi East, Saboti’s Caleb Amisi, Caroli Omondi of Suba South, Kitutu Chache South’s Anthony Kibagendi  and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, supported by veteran politician and Siaya governor James Orengo among others, have refused to dance to…

Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna address Linda Mwananchi rally in Kakamega on February 21, 2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] For two consecutive weekends, embattled Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna and his team has not only startled Kenyans with their undying spirit but also caused excitement, especially among the youthful population. Sifuna, together with other youthful legislators such as  Babu Owino of Embakasi East, Saboti’s Caleb Amisi, Caroli Omondi of Suba South, Kitutu Chache South’s Anthony Kibagendi  and Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi, supported by veteran politician and Siaya governor James Orengo among others, have refused to dance to…

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Audio By Vocalize   Charles Ojiambo Mutoka, 72, with portraits of his son Oscar, killed in August, as families call for urgent repatriation of conscripts in Nairobi, Jan 27, 2026. [AFP] At least 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited and deployed to fight in the Russian-Ukrainian war, with some of them leaving the country through tourist visas to join the Russian army. Leader of the Majority Party in the National Assembly, Kimani Ichung’wah, told the house that some Kenyans have left the country through Istanbul, Turkey as well as Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). According to Ichung’wah, as of…

Kitutu Chache South MP Anthony Kibagendi. [File, Standard] Kitutu Chache South  MP Anthony Kibagendi was yesterday thrown out of the House indefinitely and directed to give an apology, over remarks he made alluding to the fact that the House has been auctioned. In excluding Kibagendi from the House, Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, said the legislator will, for now, be excluded from the proceedings of the House, precincts of Parliament, and committee sittings, including his office. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing…

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro addresses the Press over the sale of Kenya Pipeline Company shares in Nairobi on February 16, 2026. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] Even with the conclusion of public hearings on the government’s partial sale of Safaricom shares, Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro insists that the sale must be halted immediately and advertised internationally. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”;…

Embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna addresses a rally in Kitengela on February 15, 2026. [Peterson Githaiga, Standard] A political storm is brewing after embattled ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna drew a massive turnout in Kitengela, Kajiado County, despite claims by a rival faction that his position has already been filled. On Sunday, Sifuna held his first rally since the ODM National Executive Council, chaired by party leader Oburu Oginga, announced his replacement over alleged ‘indiscipline’. The unexpectedly large crowd in Kitengela has fuelled speculation about an emerging political wave around him. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand…

ODM leader Oburu Oginga addresses a rally at Tononoka grounds in Mombasa on February 15, 2026. [Omondi Onyango, Standard] The fractures within Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) on Sunday morphed into a battle for control of the country’s most recognisable party as the two factions led separate rallies, both insisting on a rebirth of the party in the build-up to the next General Election. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log…

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi. Domestic debt with maturity of four to 10 years was 34.2 per cent, as at the end of June 2025. [File, Standard] The National Treasury’s 2025 Debt Sustainability Analysis (DSA) has shown that Kenya’s public debt remains sustainable but with high risk of distress. This is in accordance with the Medium Term Debt Management Strategy (MTDS) 2026/27 – 2028/29 tabled in Parliament last week, which also indicated that the Present Value (PV) of public debt stood at 65.3 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at the end of last year. Uncover the stories…

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi. Domestic debt with maturity of four to 10 years was 34.2 per cent, as at the end of June 2025. [File, Standard] The National Treasury’s 2025 Debt Sustainability Analysis (DSA) has shown that Kenya’s public debt remains sustainable but with high risk of distress. This is in accordance with the Medium Term Debt Management Strategy (MTDS) 2026/27 – 2028/29 tabled in Parliament last week, which also indicated that the Present Value (PV) of public debt stood at 65.3 per cent of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) at the end of last year. Bold Reporting Takes…

ODM leader Oburu Oginga addresses a rally at Tononoka grounds in Mombasa on February 15, 2026. [Omondi Onyango, Standard] The fractures within Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) on Sunday morphed into a battle for control of the country’s most recognisable party as the two factions led separate rallies, both insisting on a rebirth of the party in the build-up to the next General Election. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log…

Audio By Vocalize A truck ferrying the first crude oil consignment from Lokichar, Turkana, arrives at the Changamwe KPRL storage facility in Mombasa on June 7, 2018. [File, Standard] Local petroleum exploration firm Gulf Energy is seeking to start the production of crude oil by December, even as it pledged to maintain international best practice in the process. Gulf Energy E&P BV Chairman Francis Njogu described the project as the single most significant private-sector-driven upstream petroleum investment in Kenya’s history. He made the remarks when he appeared before a joint session of the National Assembly’s Departmental Committee on Energy and the Senate Standing…

ODM leader Oburu Oginga addresses a rally at Tononoka grounds in Mombasa on February 15, 2026. [Omondi Onyango, Standard] The fractures within Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) on Sunday morphed into a battle for control of the country’s most recognisable party as the two factions led separate rallies, both insisting on a rebirth of the party in the build up to the next General Election. .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:…

ODM leader Oburu Oginga addresses a rally at Tononoka grounds in Mombasa on February 15, 2026. [Omondi Onyango, Standard] The fractures within Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) on Sunday morphed into a battle for control of the country’s most recognisable party as the two factions led separate rallies, both insisting on a rebirth of the party in the build up to the next General Election. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a…

A recent analysis of the performance of members of the National Assembly shows that some have never made a speech since the 13th Parliament commenced on September 8, 2022. Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display = “block”; } else if (now >= saleStart && now <= saleEnd) { paywallEl.style.display = “none”;…

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Audio By Vocalize A recent analysis of the performance of members of the National Assembly shows that some have never made a speech since the 13th Parliament commenced on September 8, 2022. The data, which covers up to the fourth session that ended in early December, shows that Lagdera MP Abdikadir Hussein,  Oscar Sudi (Kapsaret), George Aladwa (Makadara) are some of the legislators who have never made any speeches since they took oath of office. The report by Mzalendo says Mvita MP Mohamed Soud Machele and his Tarbaj counterpart Hussein Abdi have each made one speech, while their Wajir West and Bomet…

Audio By Vocalize President William Ruto nominated Ida Odinga as Kenya’s UNEP ambassador. [File]  Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, has referred the name and credentials of Ida Odinga to the Departmental Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations to consider for approval. This follows President William Ruto’s move to nominate Ida for the position of Permanent Representative of Kenya to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). “I wish to report to the House that I have received a message from the President seeking approval of Canon Dr Idah Betty Odinga for appointment as the Permanent Representative of Kenya…

Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka addresses Kenyans living in diaspora at Baltimore in Maryland on February 8, 2026. [Denish Ochieng, Standard] Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has said he shelved his presidential ambitions for 15 political years and is now seeking to be on the ballot in the 2027 General Election. Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; }…

Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka addresses Kenyans living in diaspora at Baltimore in Maryland on February 8, 2026. [Denish Ochieng, Standard] Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has said he shelved his presidential ambitions for 15 political years and is now seeking to be on the ballot in the 2027 General Election. .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…

Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka addresses Kenyans living in diaspora at Baltimore in Maryland on February 8, 2026. [Denish Ochieng, Standard] Wiper Patriotic Front Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has said he shelved his presidential ambitions for 15 political years and is now seeking to be on the ballot in the 2027 General Election. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”;…

ODM leaders led by Sec Gen Edwin Sifuna during a church Service at Coast PAG church, Kawangware, Nairobi, on January 25 ,2026.[Benard Orwongo, Standard] Since the demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, his Orange Democratic Movement party has witnessed sharp differences in opinion particularly surrounding the direction it should take in the next General Election. Even as the ODM’s leadership is exposed over divergent views, they have insisted that it is part of democracy. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Continue Reading Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience…

People scamper for safety after suspected plain-clothes police officers lobbed teargas into Witima Anglican Church of Kenya in Othaya, Nyeri County, on January 25, 2026. [Kibata Kihu, Standard] Terror struck worshippers in Othaya, Nyeri County, on Sunday after people suspected to be plain-clothes police officers lobbed teargas into Witima Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK), choking hundreds of faithful, including children and infants. The attack targeted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his allies. During the chaos, one of Gachagua’s vehicles was torched, while others belonging to his allies were vandalised. Witnesses said armed assailants, some firing AK-47 rifles into the…

People scamper for safety after suspected plain-clothes police officers lobbed teargas into Witima Anglican Church of Kenya in Othaya, Nyeri County, on January 25, 2026. [Kibata Kihu, Standard] Terror struck worshippers in Othaya, Nyeri County, on Sunday after people suspected to be plain-clothes police officers lobbed teargas into Witima Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK), choking hundreds of faithful, including children and infants. The attack targeted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his allies. During the chaos, one of Gachagua’s vehicles was torched, while others belonging to his allies were vandalised. Witnesses said armed assailants, some firing AK-47 rifles into the…

National Dialogue Committee chairperson Agnes Zani. [File, Standard] The committee tasked with overseeing implementation of 10-point agenda and the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report (COIN-10) has come out to defend itself against claims that it does not have the political goodwill and funds to undertake the task. Critics say the committee was never funded after its creation by President William Ruto and the now deceased ODM leader Raila Odinga and had been largely dormant until it re-emerged last week to meet Head of Public Service Felix Koskei. Members of the committee, however, on Thursday defended themselves against allegations of dragging…

Safaricom CEO Peter Ndegwa (centre) before the  Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning at Glee Hotel, Kiambu Road, on January 19, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Safaricom has moved to allay fears on its structure if the partial divestiture by government is approved, saying that it will still remain a Kenyan-run company. Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access. Unlock Full Access Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else {…

President William Ruto presides over the UDA National Executive Committee meeting on January 15, 2026. [PCS] Political parties are scrambling to put their houses in order with 600 days remaining before the August 2027 General Election. Some like President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA) have held grassroots elections to entrench themselves, while Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens (DCP) and Oburu Oginga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are also drawing up strategies. Data from the Registrar of Political Parties shows that there are currently about 92 fully registered parties and at least 30 others, which are provisionally registered. Follow The Standard…

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Former AG Justin Muturi during an interview at The Standard Group. [File, Standard] Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has said that Kenya’s governance challenges stem from poor sequencing and misplaced priorities, warning against what he described as the Government’s growing “preoccupation with grandiosity”. According to Muturi, development is not defined by what looks modern, but by what makes a society productive. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock Full Access Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log…

Rescue operations are ongoing at the site of the collapsed building in South C, Nairobi on January 7, 2026.  [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The Real Estate Stakeholders Association (RESA) has dismissed reports indicating that over 80 per cent of buildings in Nairobi are substandard. RESA Spokesperson Perminus Kariuki of Nyota Njema Real Estate led the association in opposing the report, saying it is misleading and unsubstantiated. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Unlock Full Access Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already…

President William Ruto lays a foundation stone for the construction of Karatina affordable housing project in Nyeri County, on January 12, 2026. [PCS] The battle for the Mt Kenya region vote basket continues even as President William Ruto insists on the need to go beyond politicking and focus on critical programmes of empowerment. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Unlock Full Access Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; }…

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya before the Senate Committee on Lands, Environment and Natural Resources at Bunge Towers, Nairobi, on October 30, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is the most influential politician in Western Kenya, a new Infotrak Research and Consulting poll has shown. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display…

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya before the Senate Committee on Lands, Environment and Natural Resources at Bunge Towers, Nairobi, on October 30, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is the most influential politician in Western Kenya, a new Infotrak Research and Consulting poll has shown. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display =…

Junet Mohamed MP Suna East,Edwin Sifuna ODM Secretary General,Oburu Odinga ODM Central Management Committee elects Oburu Odinga as acting Party Leader after the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.[Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed is known for his headline-making traits and whenever he gets the mic, he always delivers, even in the most comical or absurd ways. But it is the matter of ODM party agents during the 2022 General Election that has returned to haunt him and, despite trying to settle the matter, he possibly opened old wounds. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans…

Junet Mohamed MP Suna East,Edwin Sifuna ODM Secretary General,Oburu Odinga ODM Central Management Committee elects Oburu Odinga as acting Party Leader after the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.[Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] National Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed is known for his headline-making traits and whenever he gets the mic, he always delivers, even in the most comical or absurd ways. But it is the matter of ODM party agents during the 2022 General Election that has returned to haunt him and, despite trying to settle the matter, he possibly opened old wounds. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans…

This screengrab taken from the X account of Rapid Response 47, shows Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro (centre) inside the US Drug Enforcement Administration headquarters in lower Manhattan, New York, on January 3, 2026. [AFP] That US President Donald Trump means his words, no matter how outlandish they may sound, is not in doubt. And now African countries he has previously mentioned have a reason to worry. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards…

The late ODM leader Raila Odinga (centre), Secretary General Edwin Sifuna (left), Minority Leader Junet Mohamed (right) after ODM Central Committee meeting in Nairobi, on April 2, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] The debate over the payment of ODM agents during the 2022 General Election has resurfaced, with top officials trading barbs over the funds. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML =…

  Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi speaking during a one on one interview with The Standard team.[Wilberforce Okwiri,Standard] Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display = “block”; } else if (now >= saleStart && now <= saleEnd) { paywallEl.style.display = “none”; var diffToEnd = saleEnd – now; var totalSeconds = Math.floor(diffToEnd / 1000); var days…

Final touches at the main devolution conference at Eldoret sports club in Uasin Gishu County on August,14,2023. [FILE,Standard] The slow uptake and uncertainties in implementing electronic Government Procurement (e-GP) have slowed down procurement cycles for key programmes, the Parliamentary Budget Office (PBO) has warned. According to the second edition of Devolution Budget Watch 2025 published by the PBO, full transition to the e-GP platform has encountered implementation challenges, including system downtime, limited user capacity and protracted approval workflows. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience…

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi during the launch of the Kenya Economic Report 2025 in Nairobi, on December 16, 2025. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] The country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow by 5.3 per cent in this financial year. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Support Bold Journalism Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display = “block”; } else if (now >=…

DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua during an exclusive interview with KTN at his Karen Residence on October 5, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua says all challenges facing the country emanate from the selling public asserts, engaging in human rights violations and war on corruption by president William Ruto’s government. Gachagua said that President Ruto has been creating a false narrative that tribalism is the biggest problem and there is need for cohesion yet the country is united against theft of public resources and corruption. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the…

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) commissioner  Fahima Araphat Abdallah during the swearing in of the commission at Supreme Court on July 11, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is seeking powers to reject  party nomination lists that do not adhere to the constitutional two-thirds gender requirement. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”;…

Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) commissioner  Fahima Araphat Abdallah during the swearing in of the commission at Supreme Court on July 11, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is seeking powers to reject  party nomination lists that do not adhere to the constitutional two-thirds gender requirement. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”;…

Farmers pick tea. MPs claim that some tea factories were paying farmers lower bonuses. [File, Standard] The National Assembly now wants the Tea Board of Kenya (TBK) to conduct a lifestyle audit on the directors, clerks and other influential persons in tea factories, following complaints of exploitation, low pricing and theft of the crop grown by small-holder farmers. The National Assembly’s Committee on Agriculture led by Tigania West MP Dr John Mutunga made the recommendations following an inquiry into the pricing of tea in Kenya as a result of complaints raised by MPs from factories in the West of the Rift…

President William Ruto and his deputy Kithure Kindiki during the 22nd National Prayer Breakfast at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, on May 28, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The hotly contested by-elections that concluded last month are considered by many to have given a critical indicator of where the country could be headed politically. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML =…

Coffee cash crop on a farm in Nyeri.[FILE,Standard] The government says it will obey a court ruling that suspended implementation of the Direct Settlement System (DSS) coffee payments model and will ensure adequate public participation. This comes against the backdrop of the Kerugoya High Court judge Edward Muriithi ordering the government last month to stop implementation of the DSS model for six months and ensure they not only engage farmers but also allow them to air their views on the proposed regulations. To this end, the government will now embark on a proper public participation mechanism with coffee farmers across the country, following…

Youth during Gen Z protests in Nairobi. [File, Standard] Amid heightened political activities, the youth have resorted to forming a movement to give their input in national affairs. Youth leaders drawn from Mt Kenya and across the country announced the creation of a new youth-driven political movement, as they declared that a new chapter of coalitions is in the offing. The group, led by Joseph Nduki has decried long-standing frustrations owing to unemployment, limited participation in national decision-making, and persistent inequality in accessing opportunities. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp The team said the decision to launch the movement was…

Former Attorney General Justin Muturi has said that the High Court now has an opportunity to realign the presidential election process, including doing away with the national tallying centre. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display = “block”; } else if (now >= saleStart && now <= saleEnd) { paywallEl.style.display = “none”; var…

IEBC Chairperson Dr Erastus Edung Ethekon during the swearing in of the commission at Supreme Court on July 11, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] After weeks of gruelling campaigns for the November 27 by-elections, focus now shifts to Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to deliver a credible election, amid growing concerns over their conduct of the exercise. In an election touted to show political might of both the government and the opposition as a precursor to the 2027 General Election, the stakes are high as each side of the political divide push to clinch their space. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute;…

IEBC Chairperson Dr Erastus Edung Ethekon during the swearing in of the commission at Supreme Court on July 11, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] After weeks of gruelling campaigns for the November 27 by-elections, focus now shifts to Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to deliver a credible election, amid growing concerns over their conduct of the exercise. In an election touted to show political might of both the government and the opposition as a precursor to the 2027 General Election, the stakes are high as each side of the political divide push to clinch their space. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute;…

IEBC Chairperson Dr Erastus Edung Ethekon during the swearing in of the commission at Supreme Court on July 11, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] After weeks of gruelling campaigns for the November 27 by-elections, focus now shifts to Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to deliver a credible election, amid growing concerns over their conduct of the exercise. In an election touted to show political might of both the government and the opposition as a precursor to the 2027 General Election, the stakes are high as each side of the political divide push to clinch their space. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute;…

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe.[File, Standard] Kenya’s macadamia industry is in crisis, with pests destroying 40 per cent of the national crop—an economic blow valued at KSh 2.88 billion annually. In response, Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has issued firm directives to curb the damage and shift the industry away from reliance on ineffective, non-compliant chemical pesticides. Jane Maigua of the Macadamia Association of Kenya (MACNUT) revealed the extent of the losses during a high-level meeting with officials from the Pest Control Products Board (PCPB), the Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya (PPCK), and the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS).…

President William Ruto, Deputy President Kindiki Kithure and Prime Cabinet Minister Musalia Mudavadi share a light moment during the Third National Executive Retreat at KCB Leadership Centre in Kajiado County on June 20, 2025. [PCS]  A year ago, one of President William Ruto’s key talking points in his State of The Nation Address was the importance of citizen freedoms and fundamental rights, noting that these lie at the heart of both enterprise and democracy. “Issue-oriented politics is not only a democratic necessity and a pathway to sustainable transformation, it is the most effective way to mobilise diversity for the collective national good.…

KRA Chairperson Ndiritu Muriithi addresses traders during a citizen assembly forum in Nakuru on September 17, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) contribute at least Sh53 billion in taxes annually, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has said. KRA Chairman, Ndiritu Muriithi said the Sh53 billion the authority collected from NGOs is mostly from Pay As You Earn (PAYE) remittances for staff in the last one year. “No State can exist without taxes. Staff who work in these organizations contribute to PAYE. There are about 11,000 registered NGOs, providing direct employment to approximately 40,000 Kenyans. Although most NGOs are tax-exempt,…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a press briefing in Nairobi on November 3, 2025. (Collins Oduor, Standard) Campaigns for the November 27 by-elections have this week entered homestretch and both the Kenya Kwanza and united opposition are preparing for a grueling battle to determine their political might. Although the by-elections are being held in several areas across the country, Mbeere North and Malava have seemingly turned out to not only a high stakes game but also a litmus test for the shifting political allegiance. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now…

President William Ruto’s aide Farouk Kibet and UDA candidate David Indakwa seek pray during funds drive for a church in Malava on October 5,2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] In just about two weeks, 27 by-elections will be held in various parts of the country and both the Kenya Kwanza coalition and opposition parties are preparing for a grueling battle to determine their political might. The Mbeere North and Malava by-elections have seemingly turned out to be a high-stakes game and a litmus test for the shifting political allegiances. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1;…

President William Ruto’s aide Farouk Kibet and UDA candidate David Indakwa seek pray during funds drive for a church in Malava on October 5,2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] In just about two weeks, 27 by-elections will be held in various parts of the country and both the Kenya Kwanza coalition and opposition parties are preparing for a grueling battle to determine their political might. The Mbeere North and Malava by-elections have seemingly turned out to be a high-stakes game and a litmus test for the shifting political allegiances. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth…

The National Treasury CS John Mbadi was speaking during the launch of Homa Bay County Press Club in Homa Bay Town (James Omoro, Standard). National Treasury CS warns rising salaries could crowd out key development projects. CS Mbadi says State plans phased Sh7.7b payout for university staff arrears. National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has warned that the country’s growing wage bill poses a major fiscal risk, urging restraint even as pressure mounts to raise salaries for university staff. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Appearing before the National Assembly’s Education Committee, Mbadi revealed that the government’s monthly wage bill has surged from…

United opposition leaders led by Kalonzo Musyoka address a press briefing in Nairobi on November 3, 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard] The United Opposition has dismissed President William Ruto’s recent claim that he has no opponent in the 2027 General Election, insisting that their plan to field a single presidential candidate remains firmly on course. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else…

Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) Managing Director Esther Ngari, during the World Meteorology Day on May 20, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] The Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) has said that the proposed Standard Bill 2025 is seeking to introduce a rigorous framework to effectively tackle unsafe goods in the market. The legislation introduces a rigorous framework with mandatory standards for critical products, expanded licensing, and stronger enforcement powers to effectively tackle unsafe goods and misleading content. Kebs Managing Director Esther Ngari told the National Assembly’s Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives that the Standards Bill 2025 represents a strategic legislative…

President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during the official opening of the Sub-County Headquarter Offices in Rangwe, Homa Bay county, on May 30, 2025. [File, Standard] National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has revealed that conversations with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga began about two years ago. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”;…

President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during the official opening of the Sub-County Headquarter Offices in Rangwe, Homa Bay county, on May 30, 2025. [File, Standard] National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah has revealed that conversations with former Prime Minister Raila Odinga began about two years ago. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”;…

Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga has come under fire for his remarks on the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. [File, Standard] At the beginning of the week, Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga sparked outrage and widespread condemnation following unsavoury comments that prompted calls for his impeachment. Although he has since apologised, his remarks reopened old wounds — a stark reminder of how inflammatory utterances, particularly in political circles, often fade from attention with little or no accountability, leaving lasting scars. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all…

 Committee on Appointments Chair  National Assembly’s Speaker Moses Wetangula during the vetting of CSs at the Mini Chambers, County Hall, Nairobi. January 14th,2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, has promised that Parliament will review and pass all election-related bills ahead of the 2027 General Election. He explained that this is to ensure the readiness of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to run the elections. Wetang’ula made the remarks when he met Chargé d’Affaires ad interim at the British High Commission, Ed Barnett, where he said Parliament will not allow delays that undermine electoral…

Nandi Hills MP Benard Kitur address the media at Parliament on October 22, 2025 on what he termed as deliberate disinformation and misinformation on the 8 Bills assented to by the President last week.[Boniface Okendo, Standard Some Members of Parliament have now defended the move by President William Ruto to sign eight controversial bills into law on October 15, the day that the former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, died. Nandi Hills MP, Bernard Kitur, on Wednesday, insisted that the President’s action was guided by constitutional provisions, specifically Article 115 of the Constitution, which requires the President to either assent to…

President William Ruto during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium in Kituii, on October 20, 2025. [PCS] Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Monday skipped the Mashujaa Day celebrations held in his Kitui backyard, choosing instead to honour the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in a tribute. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML =…

President William Ruto during Mashujaa Day celebrations at Ithookwe Stadium in Kituii, on October 20, 2025. [PCS] Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Monday skipped the Mashujaa Day celebrations held in his Kitui backyard, choosing instead to honour the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in a tribute. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML =…

President William Ruto during the proclamation of the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at State House, Nairobi, on October 15, 2025. [PCS] Early on Wednesday morning before the country received the news of demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, President William Ruto assented into law,eight Bills passed by the National Assembly. The Bills are National Land Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2023; Land (Amendment) Bill, 2024; and Wildlife Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023; and the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》…

President William Ruto during the proclamation of the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at State House, Nairobi, on October 15, 2025. [PCS] Early on Wednesday morning before the country received the news of demise of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, President William Ruto assented into law,eight Bills passed by the National Assembly. The Bills are National Land Commission (Amendment) Bill, 2023; Land (Amendment) Bill, 2024; and Wildlife Conservation and Management (Amendment) Bill, 2023; and the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Bill, 2024. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth Now 》…

New computer, land use laws seek to tighten control of sensitive sectors Published Date: 2025-10-16 00:00:00 Author: By Irene Githinji Source: The Standard

National Assembly to accord all MPs an opportunity to pay their last respects to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. [File, Standard] A somber mood engulfed Parliament buildings on Wednesday when legislators received news of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s demise. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula had to adjourn both the morning and afternoon session in honor of Raila and some of the departmental committees lined up were also called off, with grief so loud in the precincts of Parliament. At around 10am on Wednesday, Wetang’ula arrived in the National Assembly and said he would issue his official communication in the…

Students in Nakuru reporting back to their schools for the third term studies. [File, Standard] An audit of eight sample learning institutions has shown that they held unclaimed financial assets in form of caution money and overpaid fees. According to Auditor General’s performance audit report on management of unclaimed financial assets by Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority (UFAA), learning institutions are expected to remit caution money and overpaid fees that remain unclaimed for a period exceeding two years after successful completion of studies, graduation and clearance. .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;…

From left: United opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Eugene Wamalwa. [File, Standard] United opposition leaders have condemned what they term President William Ruto’s alleged attempts to divide and destabilise them ahead of his 2027 re-election bid. Their concerns stem from growing speculation that President Ruto and his allies are courting Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as Kenya Kwanza intensifies its alliance-building through the so-called broad-based government. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly…

From left: United opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and Eugene Wamalwa. [File, Standard] United opposition leaders have condemned what they term President William Ruto’s alleged attempts to divide and destabilise them ahead of his 2027 re-election bid. Their concerns stem from growing speculation that President Ruto and his allies are courting Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka as Kenya Kwanza intensifies its alliance-building through the so-called broad-based government. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly…

‎MPs drawn from West of Rift led by Brighton Yegon (Konoin) who is the Vice-Chairperson of Agriculture and Livestock Committee issue a presser on tea bonus disrepancies and the low bonus rates paid to farmers from the region by KTDA at Redcross Media Center, Parliament, Nairobi.[Elvis Ogina, Standard] Members of Parliament from the West of Rift tea-growing region have decried a drop in bonuses recorded this year and called out the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) over its alleged inefficiency. The MPs, led by Konoin legislator Brighton Yegon, accused KTDA Management Services of failing to control rising costs of production,…

ODM leader Raila Odinga receives a brief on ODM@20 Celebrations in Nairobi, on October 3, 2025. [Emmanuel Wanson, Standard] On Sunday morning, Raila Odinga office issued a statement dispelling what they termed as misinformation on the former Prime Minister’s health. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML = “”; paywallEl.style.display = “block”; } else if…

Former CS Fred Matiang’i during the Jubilee National Delegation Convention 2025 at the Ngong Racecourse in Nairobi, on September 26, 2025. [David Gichuru Standard] Before his elevation to the Cabinet by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, Dr Fred Okengo Matiang’i was relatively unknown outside the University of Nairobi. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML =…

Kenya Pipeline Company petroleum storage facilities in Nairobi on August 21, 2024. [File, Standard] The process of offloading 65 per cent of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) shareholding moved a notch higher after the National Assembly approved Sessional Paper No. 2 of 2025 on privatisation of the company. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed Kenyans Today Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Login Already a subscriber? Log in `; } else { teaserEl.innerHTML = “”; } activeEl.innerHTML…

Kenya Airways CEO Allan Kilavuka before the National Assembly Public Debt and Privatization Committee at Parliament on September 30, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] A parliamentary committee on Tuesday heard that a Kenya Airways (KQ) project, premised on certain economic and market assumptions, turned into one of the most expensive ventures that did not take off as expected. The airline’s chief executive officer Allan Kilavuka told the National Assembly committee on Public Debt and Privatisation that the project dubbed Mawingu valued at about Sh387 billion (USD3billion) was an expansion gamble, whose objective was dominance for the national carrier in the African…

Muturi slams Ruto’s ‘stadium of advisors’ as costly and ineffective. [Photos/Standard] Former Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has criticised what he termed as ‘stadium of advisors’ that President William Ruto has contracted and so far, with little impact on the country. Muturi said the many advisors for the President are akin to a small ‘cabinet within a cabinet’ yet the effects are skyrocketing taxes, collapsing hospitals, starving counties, and angry citizens. .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:…

Former DP Rigathi Gachagua and Cleophas Malala during the unveiling Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) in Nairobi on May 15, 2025. (Collins oduor, Standard) The Mt Kenya region, regarded as a vote-rich area, has witnessed dramatic political twists as parties and politicians begin aligning themselves in preparation for the next General Election. Historically, the region has carried significant weight in national politics. Today, however, there is heightened political activity amid questions over who holds the mantle of the so-called Mt Kenya ‘kingpin’—former President Uhuru Kenyatta or former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Unlock the Full Story — Join Thousands of Informed…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua,during an interview with KTN at his Karen Residence on April 7, 2025. [Benard Orwongo,Standard] Last month, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua cut short his trip to the United States to focus on preparations for by-elections scheduled for November. “I had a very successful and fulfilling visit to the United States with serious engagements with Kenyans in the diaspora. I regret being unable to visit the scheduled remaining states, as I need to return home to join our party, DCP, in preparing for the upcoming by-elections across the country. I apologise to the organisers and Kenyans…

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua,during an interview with KTN at his Karen Residence on April 7, 2025. [Benard Orwongo,Standard] Last month, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua cut short his trip to the United States to focus on preparations for by-elections scheduled for November. “I had a very successful and fulfilling visit to the United States with serious engagements with Kenyans in the diaspora. I regret being unable to visit the scheduled remaining states, as I need to return home to join our party, DCP, in preparing for the upcoming by-elections across the country. I apologise to the organisers and Kenyans…

ODM leader Raila Odinga during the party’s Central Committee Meeting in Nairobi, on August 28, 2025.  [Emmanuel Wanson, Standard] Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has stated that the party has not yet decided whether it will field a presidential candidate in the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Monday during the ODM parliamentary group meeting in Nairobi, Raila cautioned members against making commitments that the party has not officially resolved, stressing that the time to make such decisions will come. “We have not passed any resolutions as a party to say how we are going to approach the elections…

IEBC CEO Marjan Marjan during the launch of a Technical Study Tour for the South Sudan National Elections Commission at the Kenya School of Government Lower Kabete, on February 17, 2025. [Elvis Ogina , Standard] The opposition coalition has written to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), seeking access to information and records necessary to verify whether the Commission has exercised due diligence and complied fully with the Constitution and applicable laws in operations. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive access Unlock the Truth Now 》 Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing…

National Treasury CS John Mbadi addresses the media on the status of e-government procurement system at the Treasury Building, Nairobi, on August 28, 2025. [File, Standard]  There is growing opposition on the directive requiring all government agencies to migrate to the new electronic procurement platform, with concerns of delayed acquisition of critical commodities in some sectors. Samburu Governor, Jonathan Lati Lelelit who appeared before the Senate Committee on Roads and Transportation to respond to county queries said e-procurement is the way to go for the country. He however said that it may pose a major challenge to the operations of counties, for instance in running…

National Treasury CS John Mbadi addresses the media on the status of e-government procurement system at the Treasury Building, Nairobi, on August 28, 2025. [File, Standard]  There is growing opposition on the directive requiring all government agencies to migrate to the new electronic procurement platform, with concerns of delayed acquisition of critical commodities in some sectors. Samburu Governor, Jonathan Lati Lelelit who appeared before the Senate Committee on Roads and Transportation to respond to county queries said e-procurement is the way to go for the country. He however said that it may pose a major challenge to the operations of counties, for instance in running…