Audio By Vocalize Two Kitale-based journalists, Gilbert Sitati from Standard Group and George Njoroge from Mediamax, were assaulted on Friday, March 20, while covering a United Democratic Alliance (UDA) forum in Cherangany, Trans Nzoia County. According to witnesses, Joram Wataka, a personal assistant to Trans Nzoia Senator Allan Chesang, approached Mediamax journalist George Njoroge while the meeting was underway and requested a private discussion near the fence of Morosiet Secondary School, where the event was being held. After a brief exchange, Wataka allegedly attacked Njoroge before turning on KTN journalist Gilbert Sitati, who was recording the incident. Wataka was allegedly…
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Audio By Vocalize Kenya Seed Company cuts maize seed prices ahead of planting season. [File, Standard] Kenya Seed Company (KSC) has announced a reduction in maize seed prices amid increased pressure from farmers for a more sustainable approach to address challenges in the agricultural sector. The reduction follows the start of the planting season preparations across the country. Under the new pricing plan, a two-kilogramme packet will retail at Sh500, down from Sh600, while a 10kg pack will sell at Sh2,500. The 25-kilo bag will now retail at Sh6,000, down from Sh7,500. This cut is expected to lower production costs…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is poised to become a leading figure in Western Kenya politics ahead of the 2027 General Election. [File, Standard] Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s political prominence is rising and he is increasingly regarded as a “stand-out politician and supremo” among leaders in Western Kenya. This is largely due to the popularity of the Kenya Kwanza government, which has bolstered his profile. Many political analysts argue that Natembeya is poised to become a leading figure in Western Kenya politics as the 2027 General Election approaches. Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the…
President William Ruto addresses UDA aspirants for the 2027 General Election at State House, Nairobi. [PCS] Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has criticised President William Ruto for holding a United Democratic Alliance UDA event at State House. In a tweet, Natembeya accused the President of turning State House into a political party headquarters. “When Moi was in power, he never held KANU meetings at State House. When Kibaki was in power, he never held PNU meetings at State House. When Uhuru was in power, he never held Jubilee meetings at State House,” Natembeya asserted. Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp…
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Opposition leaders Eugene Wamalwa and Kalonzo Musyoka addressing rally at Kimilili market in Bungoma county on July 4, 2025. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] Opposition leaders have issued a warning to the government regarding the use of police force to intimidate youths during the upcoming Saba memorial on Monday. Wrapping up their two-day tour of the Western region in Kitale, the leaders vowed to monitor the events closely across the county and cautioned the Kenya Kwanza administration against using violent means to disrupt the peaceful gatherings. “We will observe the Saba Saba meetings on Monday, and any attempt by the police to…
The game at Ndura Sports Complex Kitale was abandoned in the 80th minute after the referee failed to award a controversial penalty to St Josephs Boys. Published Date: 2025-06-21 18:47:00 Author: By Osinde Obare Source: The Standard
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya’s convoy arrived in Kakamega town on Monday, May 26, 2025. Natembeya received a warm reception in Kakamega, telling his supporters that he is a Luhya King pin. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] Trans-Nzoia Governor George Natembeya received a heroic welcome in Kitale yesterday. Hundreds of residents braved heavy rains as they waited for Natembeya, who had been in Nairobi since he was arraigned in court on charges of abuse of office. Excited crowds lined the busy Kitale–Bungoma highway to welcome the governor, popularly known as ‘Commando’. Transport along the highway was paralysed as hundreds of jubilant traders…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula addressing the gathering during his visit to the late IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati’s residence in Kitale. [Courtesy, Standard] National Assembly speaker Moses Wetangula has claimed he is the best suited leader from Western Kenya to succeed President William Ruto. Wetangula, who is also Ford Kenya leader, said serving as third in command in the Kenya kwanza administration puts him in a better chance to inherit President Ruto. He believes Ruto will win a second term and later set the stage for him to ascend to the country’s top office. Speaking in Kikwameti village Trans Nzoia…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula addressing the gathering during his visit to the late IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati’s residence in Kitale. [Courtesy, Standard] National Assembly speaker Moses Wetangula has claimed he is the best suited leader from Western Kenya to succeed President William Ruto. Wetangula, who is also Ford Kenya leader, said serving as third in command in the Kenya kwanza administration puts him in a better chance to inherit President Ruto. He believes Ruto will win a second term and later set the stage for him to ascend to the country’s top office. Speaking in Kikwameti village Trans Nzoia…
Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya when he appeared before the Senate’s Committee on Education to deliberate on the implementation status of ECDE and TVET policies in the county. November 26th, 2024. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has vowed not to succumb to intimidation or impeachment threats aimed at silencing his criticism of the Kenya Kwanza government. Defending his remarks as positive and constructive, Natembeya said he was ready to face any political consequences. He dismissed those plotting to remove or jail him, saying only the electorate has the mandate to remove him from office. “Don’t use impeachment…