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Alphy Migasha was a well known gym trainer in Nairobi’s Umoja estate. [Courtesy, Instagram] .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top:…
During the heated confrontation, Elsek unleashed two hot slaps on the cheeks of a man who later turned out…
SUPKEM national chairman Ali Hajj Hassan Ole Naado addressing the press in Nairobi over the drought situation in Kenya calling…
A new UAE-funded palace rises above Addis Ababa, symbolising the growing Gulf power struggle in the Horn of Africa. [Screen…
The IEBC acting chief executive officer Moses Sunkuli. [IEBC] The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission has appointed its director of…
Laikipia County has launched boda boda ambulances aimed at helping expectant mothers reach hospitals. [James Munyeki, Standard] The recent unveiling…
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro at his offices at the KICC, Nairobi on January 6, 2026. He is among the biggest…
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga. [File, Standard] The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) could soon find itself in a serious dilemma…
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and her Deputy Oyugi Magwanga addressing journalists on September 28, 2022. [File, Standard] The feud…
President William Ruto at State House during a meeting with 2027 UDA Aspirants. [PCS] The government plans to introduce tax…
Advocate of the High Court Ndegwa Njiru on Spice FM. [Screengrab] Ndegwa Njiru, Advocate of the High Court has hinted…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a requiem mass at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. [File,…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a requiem mass at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. [File,…
Marjan Hussein Marjan resigns as IEBC CEO. [File, Standard] Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Marjan…
David Ndii with fellow Ruto advisers. [File, Standard] The High Court has dealt a major blow to 21 former President…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during the requiem mass in honour of Pope Francis at Holy…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during the requiem mass in honour of Pope Francis at Holy…
Yvonne Munaw adds the finishing touches to a money bouquet for her client at her Nakuru gift shop on Valentine’s…
Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops Vice Chairman Anthony Muheria addresses a press briefing in Nairobi on November 13, 2025. [File,…
Senate Foreign Relations Committee Chairperson Jim Risch and Uganda’s Chief of Defence Forces Muhoozi Kainerugaba. [File, Standard] The United States…
Teachers Service Commission Headquarters, Nairobi. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Mombasa has dismissed a petition…
Former Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto during an interview in Bomet on April 24,2022. [File,Standard] A storm is brewing at the…
Former Bomet Governor Isaac Ruto during an interview in Bomet on April 24,2022. [File,Standard] A storm is brewing at the…
Ichung’wa criticises Education PS Julius Bitok over inefficiency during the transition period. [File, Standard] National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah…
Aerial view of the US embassy, August 7, 1998. [File, Standard] .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width:…
Families of Kenyan Victims of the Russian Army recruitment, addressed the media, urging the Government to repatriate the remains…
Margaret Njenga has battled her brothers and stepmothers since 2004. [Courtesy] A woman’s 21-year fight for her father’s estate has…
Police IG Douglas Kanja. [File, Standard] The National Police Service (NPS) is once again in the spotlight for the wrong…
Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam (left), James Mukhwana (second left) and others suspects linked to the killing of blogger…
Mathira Member of Parliament Eric Wamumbi. [File, Standard] Mathira Member of Parliament Eric Wamumbi has strongly denied any involvement in…
A Standard Gauge Railway Engine pulling some of the newly acquired 50 wagons for SGR Freight Services at SGR Gate…
TWG on Gender Based Violence led by Chairperson Nancy Baraza(centre) and Vice Sam Thenya(left) with National Gender and Equality Commission(NGEC) Chairperson Rehema…
Kenya’s technical working group reveals systemic failures in the fight against femicide.[File,Standard] Kenya lacks a standalone legal offence for femicide…
President William Ruto during the UDA National Governing Council meeting at State House, Nairobi. [Ruto, X] President William Ruto has…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki when he hosted a section of Maasai leaders from Kajiado County. [Peterson Githaiga, Standard] Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has…
Dr Ida Odinga. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] Former ODM leader Raila Odinga’s spouse, Canon Ida Odinga, has found herself in the…
Scene from the accident involving a loaded petrol tanker after colliding head-on with another lorry along Nairobi’s Southern Bypass near…
When SHA CEO Dr Mercy Mwangangi officially assumed office after her appointment in April 2025. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard] Shocking revelations have…
When SHA CEO Dr Mercy Mwangangi officially assumed office after her appointment in April 2025. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard] Shocking revelations have…
President William Ruto’s administration has suffered a major setback as the Supreme Court overturned lower court rulings that had dismissed…
Dr. Ida Odinga addressing during the State Funeral Service of her husband late Former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga at the Nyayo National Stadium on…
22-year-old university student Marion Naipei. [Courtesy, Meta] .fade-out-overlay { position: absolute; top: -80px; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 60px;…
President William Ruto’s economic advisor David Ndii and national security advisor Monicah Juma during a Cabinet meeting at State House,…
President William Ruto’s economic advisor David Ndii and national security advisor Monicah Juma during a Cabinet meeting at State House,…
President William Ruto’s economic advisor David Ndii and national security advisor Monicah Juma during a Cabinet meeting at State House,…
Judicial Service Commission stated that the recruitment process was rigorous, transparent, and competitive. President Ruto’s lawyer Katwa Kigen, Independent Policing…
Worldcoin has deleted personal data collected from Kenyans in 2023, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has announced.…
Jubilee presidential candidate Fred Matiangi and Deputy party leader Jeremiah Kioni at the party’s headquarters in Nairobi on January 22,…
President William Ruto signs a bill into law at State House. [PCS] High Court Judge Bahati Mwamuye has ruled that…
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen with IG Douglas Kanja and DIG Eliud Lagat in a consultation. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] They are…
Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen with IG Douglas Kanja and DIG Eliud Lagat in a consultation. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] They are…
Suna East Member of Parliament Junet Mohamed. [Edwin Kiplimo, Standard] Follow The Standard channel on WhatsApp Minority Leader Junet Mohamed…
KMPDU National Executive Members, led by Secretary General Davji Atellah address a media briefing on the Kiambu Healthcare crisis on…
Kithuka Kimuyi Musyimi, the prime suspect in the murder of a GSU officer at State House, Nairobi, before Kibera Law…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula. [File, Standard] National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is among 28 individuals who have recorded statements…
Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) petroleum storage facilities in Nairobi on August 21, 2024. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] The government’s push seen…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula. [File, Standard] National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is among 28 individuals who have recorded statements…
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula. [File, Standard] National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is among 28 individuals who have recorded statements…
Labour CS Alfred Mutua during a media briefing on the crackdown and arrest of fraudulent recruitment agencies and individuals involved…
LSK President Faith Odhiambo and Vice President Mwaura Kabata address the press at their Gitanga Road offices on January 13,…
The legend of Icarus tells of a young man who escapes imprisonment with his father, Daedalus, using wings made of…
Housing Principal Secretary Charles Hinga sought to introduce a new affidavit. [File, Standard] The Court of Appeal on Monday dismissed…
NYS scandal suspect Ben Gethi at the Milimani Law Courts during mention of the case, on June 13, 2016. [File,…
NYS scandal suspect Ben Gethi at the Milimani Law Courts during mention of the case, on June 13, 2016. [File,…
The wreckage of the matatu that was involved in an accident at the Kariandusi area in Gilgil along the Nairobi–Nakuru…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta participates in a high-level meeting in Lomé, Togo, on Friday to coordinate peace efforts in eastern…
Court releases two susects linked to fake KCSE results scam on n Sh70,000 cash bail. Two suspects linked to a…
The neglected ECDE classroom that was constructed by the county government of Bungoma in Lwandayi Ward. [Juliet Omelo, Standard]…
ODM leader Oburu Oginga and party officials during Kakamega county consultative meeting at Kakamega Golf hotel, on January 18, 2026.…
ODM leader Oburu Oginga and party officials during Kakamega county consultative meeting at Kakamega Golf hotel, on January 18, 2026.…
Then Deputy President William Ruto chats with Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni at Mubende state lodge in Uganda when he paid…
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga and other party officials at Kakamega ODM county delegates meeting in Kakamega town, on January…
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga. [File, Standard] ODM party leader Oburu Oginga is trudging on with his pursuit of a political deal…
ODM party leader Oburu Oginga. [File, Standard] ODM party leader Oburu Oginga is trudging on with his pursuit of a political deal…
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni waves at supporters as he leaves after casting his ballot in Rwakitura on January 15, 2026…
Members of Uganda’s police force and the Ugandan army patrol the streets two days after the country’s 2026 presidential election…
Dr Richard Leakey. [File, Standard] Richard Erskine Frere Leakey, who died four years ago, was larger than life. A conservationist,…
Policemen caught on CCTV brutalising Nandi residents. [Courtesy] Adark cloud of fury hangs over Nandi Hills town following a harrowing…
Policemen caught on CCTV brutalising Nandi residents. [Courtesy] Adark cloud of fury hangs over Nandi Hills town following a harrowing…
Video shows police assaulting men playing pool in Nandi Hills. Residents of Nandi Hills town are reeling from shock and…
President William Ruto chats with President Donald Trump during the signing ceremony of a peace deal between Rwanda and…
Ugandan military police officers detain a voter on the ground near a polling station in Kampala on January 15, 2026,…
Screegrabs from the video. A video showing police officers assaulting men playing pool in Nandi Hills town has drawn widespread…
A Grade 10 student prepares for admission at Moi Girls High School in Kakamega on January 14,2026. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard]…
President William Ruto during the National Youth Service recruits passing out parade at NYS paramilitary Academy, Gillgil, Nakuru County, on…
President William Ruto during the National Youth Service recruits passing out parade at NYS paramilitary Academy, Gillgil, Nakuru County, on…
Cotu Secretary General Francis Atwoli. [File, Standard] The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (Cotu) has backed a High Court order…
When Yoweri Museveni was sworn in January 1986, after leading a guerrilla war against President Milton Obote. Many Ugandans saw…
Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi tours his demolished business premises along Douglas Wakihuri Road Nairobi on January 14,2025. [Benard Orwongo,Standard] Kiambu…
A candidate at Riooga SDA Mixed Secondary School meditates a prayer before the start of KCSE examinations. [Stanley Ongwae, Standard] Pressure…
Kenya Airways plane at JKIA in Nairobi. [File, Standard] On clear mornings, a Kenya Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner can be…
Juja MP George Koimburi during an interview on January 14, 2026. [Gitau Wanyoike, Standard] Simmering tension is threatening to tear…
Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi tours his demolished business premises along Douglas Wakihuri Road Nairobi on January 14,2025. [Benard Orwongo,Standard Kenya…
Members of the Rastafarian led by their prophet Wambua Mwendwa alongside their lawyer Shadrack Wambui at Milimani High Court during…
Workers and business owners try to salvage what they can from the rubble of businesses flattened during a demolition along…
President William Ruto in Laikipia west during his tour of the Mt Kenya region on April 1,2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]…
Millicent Awinja makes school uniforms at Uhuru market Nairobi on January 13, 2026. Many parents are forced to buy school…
Nairobi County’s Chief Officer for Urban Development and Planning Patrick Analo Akivaga. [File, Standard] A petition has been filed at…
Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo and Vice President Mwaura Kabata address the press at their Gitanga Road…