Kabarak University VC Prof. Henry Kiplagat and NCBA Director Robert Gatimu during the signing of an MOU for the NCBA–Kabarak University SME Business Development Programme on November 6, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Kabarak University has entered into a partnership with NCBA Bank to strengthen the growth and sustainability of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in the country. Speaking during the launch of the Business Development Programme, Kabarak University Vice-Chancellor Professor Henry Kiplagat said the institution is not only focused on training students but also committed to empowering the community. Prof Kiplagat noted that the partnership directly supports Kenya’s development agenda…
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President William Ruto with KANU Chairman Gideon Moi at Moi’s Kabarak home during a meeting with KANU supporters on October 10, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] The handshake between President William Ruto and the Kenya African National Union (Kanu) Chairman Gideon Moi has left tongues wagging, as the two leaders sealed a new working arrangement. During his visit to Kabarak Farm, the residence of the late President Daniel Moi, President Ruto expressed his intention to collaborate with the Independence party, Kanu. He announced that Kanu and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) would forge a partnership and work together. Unlock the Full Story…
KANU Chairman Gideo Moi receives President William Ruto at Kabarak farm in Nakuru County on Friday, October 10, 2025. [Julius Chepkwony, Standard] KANU and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) are set to enter into a formal partnership to collaborate in government. Speaking at Kabarak on Friday, President William Ruto announced that Kanu would join a broad-based government. Defending Gideon Moi’s withdrawal from the Baringo Senatorial race, Ruto said he had personally asked the Kanu chairman to step aside and focus on national development efforts. “We have held talks with Gideon and agreed that he would help me in planning for…
President William Ruto and Kanu National Chairman Gideon Moi after a meeting at State House, Nairobi, on October 9, 2025. [PCS] Kanu party National Chairman Gideon Moi will not participate in the November 27 senatorial by-election. The veteran politician was expected to present his nomination papers to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on Thursday after he was endorsed by the party to contest the Baringo seat but withdrew from the race. 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…
President William Ruto and Kanu National Chairman Gideon Moi after a meeting at State House, Nairobi, on October 9, 2025. [PCS] Kanu party National Chairman Gideon Moi will not participate in the November 27 senatorial by-election. The veteran politician was expected to present his nomination papers to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on Thursday after he was endorsed by the party to contest the Baringo seat but withdrew from the race. 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…
President William Ruto and Kanu National Chairman Gideon Moi after a meeting at State House, Nairobi, on October 9, 2025. [PCS] Kanu party National Chairman Gideon Moi will not participate in the November 27 senatorial by-election. The veteran politician was expected to present his nomination papers to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on Thursday after he was endorsed by the party to contest the Baringo seat but withdrew from the race. 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…
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot during a funds drive to empower mama mboga, boda boda group and youths in Kiambaa constituency, on April 23, 2025. [File, Standard] It has been almost 10 years since Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot entered the political arena. 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”; }…
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot during a funds drive to empower mama mboga, boda boda group and youths in Kiambaa constituency, on April 23, 2025. [File, Standard] It has been almost 10 years since Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot entered the political arena. 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 = “”; paywallEl.style.display = “block”; }…
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu when she appeared before the Senate County Public Investment and Special Funds Committee at Bunge Tower in Nairobi on September 04, 2024. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Defiance of set rules, delayed implementation of development projects, high wage bills, massive irregularities, and misappropriation of funds by county governments are some of the major problems facing counties, rendering devolution a circus. As counties converge for the 12th Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, challenges of misuse and under-absorption of funds have refused to fade away. /* Container styling */ .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background:…
Auditor General Nancy Gathungu at Bunge Towers in Nairobi. [File, Standard] Defiance of set rules, delayed implementation of development projects, high wage bills, massive irregularities, and misappropriation of funds by county governments are some of the major problems facing counties, rendering devolution a circus. As counties converge for the 12th Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, challenges of misuse and under-absorption of funds have refused to fade away. /* 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:…
Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director William Ruto addresses a past press briefing. [File, Standard] An activist has filed a petition at the High Court in Mombasa seeking the ouster of Kenya Ports Authority Managing Director William Ruto over irregularities in a Sh31 billion tender. Francis Awino, the president of the Bunge la Mwananchi lobby, claims investigations by civic actors revealed that the tender was tainted by collusion, abuse of discretion, concealment of procurement details, and the undue exclusion of local expertise and oversight, violating both constitutional and statutory principles. He has named the MD as the respondent in the case.…
First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto planting a tree during Kakamega forest tree planting exercise at Shikuse prison on June 8, 2023. [PCS, Standard] A majority of leaders from Baringo County did not attend the rollout of the Mama Kitchen Garden Program, an initiate of the First Lady Rachael Ruto. The national rollout took place at Koibatek Agricultural Centre (ATC) in Eldama Ravine and was attended by government officials from various ministries. Local leaders, however, stayed away from it. Among the leaders who accompanied the First Lady were Woman MP Florence Jematia (Baringo), Beatrice Kemei (Kericho), Beatrice Elachi (Dagoretti North), Baringo Deputy Governor Felix Kipng’ok, and…
President William Ruto with is Deputy Kithure Kindiki address residents after the launch of the Sogoo-Melelo-Ololung’a Road on the second day of his tour of Narok County, May 7, 2025. He also officially launched the Amalo Sub-County Office and launched the construction of a Level 4 Hospital at Sogoo Trading Centre in Narok South Constituency. [Kipsang Joseph,Standard] President William Ruto’s development tour of Narok County, accompanied by his deputy Kithure Kindiki, has sparked major controversy due to some of his statements viewed to be untrue. Residents of Narok became entangled in a web of deceit surrounding the President’s promises, which…
President William Ruto with is Deputy Kithure Kindiki address residents after the launch of the Sogoo-Melelo-Ololung’a Road on the second day of his tour of Narok County, May 7, 2025. He also officially launched the Amalo Sub-County Office and launched the construction of a Level 4 Hospital at Sogoo Trading Centre in Narok South Constituency. [Kipsang Joseph,Standard] President William Ruto’s development tour of Narok County, accompanied by his deputy Kithure Kindiki, has sparked major controversy due to some of his statements viewed to be untrue. Residents of Narok became entangled in a web of deceit surrounding the President’s promises, which…
Former Law Society of Kenya Presidents Nelson Havi and Allen Waiyaki Gichuhi. The Advocates Disciplinary Tribunal has found former Law Society of Kenya President Nelson Havi guilty of professional misconduct. Following the tribunal’s decision, the court ordered Havi to appear before it on November 17, 2025, for mitigation and sentencing. The decision by the tribunal arose from a complaint filed by lawyer Allen Waiyaki Gichuhi, former President of LSK, following a series of tweets on social media against him. “We find that the vulgar, abusive, and demeaning language employed by the Accused Advocate in the social media posts complained of…
A police officer restrained a man wielding a machete after two factions, supporting the Mboe and Koinange families, clashed at Muthera Farm in Njoro, Nakuru County, on August 16, 2024. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] In December 2023, a court in Nairobi ordered the family of former powerful politician Mbiyu Koinange to share his Sh30 billion empire after a 42-year legal battle. Justice Eric Ogola, while dismissing an application to review orders on the distribution formula, ordered that Koinange’s son, David Njuno, sign all the relevant papers to ensure that the estate is finally shared out between the beneficiaries. The judge then…