Western leaders led by former Vihiga Senator George Khaniri, former Nairobi Town Clerk Philip Kisia and others briefing the media at Lee Funeral home after death of former MP Cyrus Jirongo on December 13, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] Leaders across the political divide have paid tribute to former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, describing him as a trailblazer, a fearless politician and a generous friend. Jirongo died in a road accident on Saturday morning, at around 3 am, on the Nairobi- Nakuru Highway. The 64-year-old met his tragic end when his car collided with a public service bus, according to reports.…
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Former Cabinet minister Cyrus Jirongo. [File,Standard] Former Cabinet minister and ex-Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo was a man whose name became synonymous with power, wealth and controversy in Kenya’s political landscape. Known for his flamboyant lifestyle, meteoric rise and fiery political stances, Jirongo’s life came to a tragic end early Saturday, October 13, when he died in a road accident along the Nairobi to Nakuru highway at Karai area in Naivasha. .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;…
Former Cabinet minister Cyrus Jirongo. [File,Standard] Former Cabinet minister and ex-Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo was a man whose name became synonymous with power, wealth and controversy in Kenya’s political landscape. Known for his flamboyant lifestyle, meteoric rise and fiery political stances, Jirongo’s life came to a tragic end early Saturday, October 13, when he died in a road accident along the Nairobi to Nakuru highway at Karai area in Naivasha. 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…
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Martha Karua at a burial in Kakamega County. [Mary Imenza, Standard] Martha Karua now says the Opposition will retreat, analyse the events surrounding the by-election, and decide on the next course of action, accusing the government of weaponising poverty to buy political loyalty. Karua, who spoke in Matende village, South Kabras, during the burial of her close friend Emmy Nawanjala Siganga, said this week’s poll exposed worrying levels of voter manipulation and economic desperation in the constituency. “We shall sit as the Opposition to analyse what happened and decide the way forward,” she said, adding that the election was marred…
Ikolomani residents resist plans to vacate their ancestral lands, protest against Shanta Gold Company from carrying out gold exploration. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] The government has assured residents of the Isulu and Bushangala areas in Kakamega County that they will benefit significantly from the newly discovered gold deposits, valued at Sh683 billion. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura stated on Monday that the Kenya Kwanza administration will ensure that households likely to be affected by the planned large-scale mining activities are adequately compensated before any relocation occurs. .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px; z-index: 1; background: linear-gradient(to…
A police officer witness destruction of bhang. [Courtesy] Police in Busia County, working with the Judiciary, have destroyed a consignment of bhang and heroin valued at more than Sh21 million. The narcotics, part of court exhibits, were intercepted in 2023 at the Suo roadblock along the Kisumu–Busia highway. The destruction took place Wednesday at the Alupe Sub-County Hospital incinerator in Teso South Sub-County. Busia County Criminal Investigations Officer Wesley Langat said the drugs were seized while being transported from neighbouring Uganda to Mombasa. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp “Two Kenyan suspects were arrested in connection with the incidents. We…
United Democratic Alliance candidate David Ndakwa in the Malava parliamentary by-election. [File, Standard] ODM has declared support for United Democratic Alliance (UDA) candidate David Ndakwa in the Malava parliamentary by-election set for November 27, 2025. Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa made the announcement on Monday, confirming that ODM would not field a candidate. “We, as members of ODM, because we support a broad-based government, have decided not to present a candidate in Malava. We are backing the candidate of the broad-based team, David Ndakwa,” Barasa said. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp The governor said the move was meant to consolidate…
President William Ruto and his Ugandan counterpart Yoweri Museveni at State House, Nairobi. President Museveni is on an official visit to Kenya. [PHOTO HIRAM OMONDI/PCS. 30/7/2025] Kenya and Uganda have committed to remove tariff and non-tariff barriers frustrating trade between the two countries. President William Ruto and his Ugandan counterpart, Yoweri Museveni, committed this during a bilateral meeting held in Nairobi between July 30 and 31, 2025. The two Heads of State instructed their respective ministers in charge of trade to urgently convene and address bottlenecks affecting cross-border business. In a joint communiqué released in Mbale, Uganda, on Monday, Kenya’s…
Kenya, Uganda agree to eliminate trade barriers Published Date: 2025-09-01 20:15:00 Author: By Mary Imenza Source: The Standard
Coffee farmers sort out berries at a factory.[File, Standard] Farmers in Western region have been encouraged to closely monitor the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) to better understand the dynamics of coffee market and ensure they receive fair value for their produce. Speaking during a sensitization forum at Butere Girls High School, Everlyne Muthoni, an official with the NCE, emphasized the importance of transparency and awareness in the coffee trade.better understand “Every Tuesday, Kenyan coffee is sold at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange. As a farmer, you can follow up on how it’s sold so that when you take your coffee to…
Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi at Bunge Tower, Nairobi on March 10, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has dismissed the renewed push for unity among top Luhya leaders, claiming it is a veiled strategy to rally the Western region behind President William Ruto’s re-election bid in 2027. Speaking in Khwisero, Osotsi said the campaign spearheaded by a section of MPs to unite Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi, National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, and Cooperative Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya lacks genuine intent to advance the Luhya agenda. “It is the same narrative they used in 2022 to hoodwink Luhyas.…
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Mukur residents in Tiaty, Baringo County draw water at a water project sponsored by First Lady Rachel Ruto on December 21, 2023. [Photo, Standard] Kenya and Uganda have signed a bilateral agreement to implement a mega water project to improve the economy of the two countries. The Angololo Water Resources Development Project (AWRDP), a major transboundary initiative, aims to improve food security, clean water access, power generation, job creation, and regional integration. Water, Sanitation and Irrigation Cabinet Secretary Eric Muga and Uganda’s Environment Minister Beatrice Atim presided over the signing of the agreement in Busia. The development is a major milestone for a project conceptualised in 2015 and implemented in partnership with the Nile Basin Initiative through its Equatorial Lakes Subsidiary Action Program (NELSAP). The CS…