Unlike his other unsubstantiated self-appropriated successes against his predecessors, President William Ruto rightfully earns the bragging rights for pulling through…
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I was recently shocked to learn that a friend’s daughter had been beaten black and blue by her teachers in…
Most Kenyans I’ve met seem to harbour fond memories of their high school days – especially the set books they…
President William Ruto during the Hustler Fund launch on November 30, 2022 in Nairobi. [File, Standard] Once again, the Kenyan…
US President Donald Trump during an event with Apple CEO Tim Cook in the Oval Office of the White House…
Workers packaging flowers at Oserian Flowers in Naivasha. [File, Standard] Kenyan floriculture industry, a jewel in the country’s agricultural crown,…
The governance of digital rights in East Africa is rapidly crystallising as one of the region’s most urgent tests of…
Full disciplinary process is mandatory before termination of employment. [Courtesy] Have you ever paused to consider what happens when an…
Youth during Saba Saba protest in Kitengela, on July 7, 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard] In a functioning democracy, leaders and…
I come from a small village, “Konyango,” in the Western Part of Kenya (Kisumu County) along the Lake Victoria region…
President William Ruto inspects the completed works at the Galana-Kulalu Food Security Project in Kilifi and Tana River counties. He said that…
President William Ruto speaking during the Presidential Private Sector Roundtable at Ole Sereni, on August 6, 2025. [PCS] In July last…
Activist Kebaso Morara (center) with Eldama Ravine MP Musa Sirma (right) and other leaders ,during a church service at AIC Kiamunyi in Rongai,…
Youth during Gen Z protests in Nairobi, on June 25, 2025. [File, Standard] In July 2025, US Senator James Risch…
President William Ruto during the commissioning of the cyberknife, the latest technology in the treatment of cancer at Kenyatta University referral hospital on April…
At Pumwani Martenity hospital mothers leave with their children when Nairobi county nurses on day two of Nurses strike. They are asking for…
Chairperson of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Dr. Erastus Edung Ethekon during the swearing in of the commission…
President William Ruto received by a mammoth crowd in Rongo town, Rongo Sub-County, Migori County on May 5, 2025. The president hit…
A pair of gold wedding rings, a judge’s hammer. [Courtesy/GettyImages] Supposing the President’s wife sought to divorce him in Kenyan…
President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga at the official opening of the Sub-County Headquarter Offices in Rangwe,…
Council of Governors CEO Mary Mwiti during the launch of the Devolution Conference 2025 registration website at Movenpick Hotel, Nairobi,…
President William Ruto’s aide, Farouk Kibet and leaders allied to Kenya Kwanza during funds drive in aid of women groups…
Judiciary Chief Registrar Anne Amadi swears in President William Ruto as his wife Rachel holds the Bible during his inauguration…
A teacher giving a math lesson in a classroom. [Courtesy, GettyImages] In today’s demanding educational climate, self-care is no longer…
President William Ruto addresses residents after the launch of the Sogoo-Melelo-Ololung’a road during a tour of Narok County, on May…
In an age when the moral backbone of nations bends under the weight of greed, impunity, and spiritual shallowness, a…
Youth march on Thika Super Highway in Nairobi during Gen Z protests. [File, Standard] In Kenya, politics has long been…
Once again we find ourselves campaigning two years too early for a General Election. It seems to be the reality…
President William Ruto chairs a Cabinet meeting at State House, Nairobi, on April 29, 2025. [File, Standard] They keep telling…
From left: Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua and former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i…
Hilton slums near Gioto dumpsite in London Ward, Nakuru County, on June 18, 2025. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Last week, I…
Pupils of Nyamachaki Primary School in Nyeri during a Physical Education lesson, on July 19, 2023. [File, Standard] Last Thursday,…
A section of Nyanza women leaders led by former Karachuonyo mp Phoebe Asiyo addresses the press in Kisumu on September 2nd 2022. They…
EACC Chairperson Dr. David Oginde,making his way after taking Oath of office on 9th May 2023 at Supreme court in…
The Sh500 million seawater desalination plant produce 1,500 cubic meters of safe drinking water a day, providing it to thousands of residents living within…
President William Ruto inspects the completed works at the Galana-Kulalu Food Security Project in Kilifi and Tana River counties.[FILE/Standard] In a continent bedeviled…
The senate session during Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza’s Impeachment hearing at the Senate ,Parliament buildings,Nairobi. November 8th,2023. [Elvis Ogina,Standard] Despite its past demonstrable disdain for…
Muslims perform the Eid al-Adha morning prayer around the Kaaba, Islam’s holiest shrine, at the Grand Mosque in Saudi Arabia’s…
Lions waiting for pray at the Maasai Mara river. [FILE/Standard} Whoever said ‘seeing is believing’ couldn’t be more right. This…
A water canon disperses protesters in the CBD during the protests on finance bill and the killing of Albert Ojwang on National budget…
Celebrations over the progressive decision by the High Court in the Road Maintenance Levy Fund case were brought to a…
Kenya’s economic story is one of resilience and ambition, shaped by both promise and pressure. Across the country, households are…
IEBC Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon during swearing-in at the Supreme Court in Nairobi, on July 11, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard]…
The government seeks to ban Influencers, celebrities, and media personalities from promoting or even endorsing alcohol online. [Courtesy] If there…
Mwabili Mwagodi, a Kenyan activist living and working in Tanzania. [FILE/Standard] On Wednesday, May 23, 2025, Mwabili Mwagodi, a Kenyan…
Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Communications and Digital Economy William Kabogo,arrives at the Annual Media Summit at The Edge Nairobi,he…
The ODM-UDA “merger” raises interesting questions. What is the common denominator between the two? Who benefits from the strengthened relationship…
Kenya’s tourism sector has shown consistent growth in recent years, majorly driven by targeted marketing, diversified offerings and the adoption…
Basic Education PS Julius Bitok receives eight classrooms and three ablution blocks at the Kwa Njenga Primary School in Nairobi from the…
Deputy President William Ruto receives a wheelbarrow as a gift from residents in Mathira,Nyeri, on October 31,2020. After he presided…
Broad-based or ‘handshake governments’ are not a new phenomenon. Kenya’s governance system – from independence, the advent of multi-party politics,…
Kenya’s repeal of the Digital Asset Tax (DAT) marks a decisive step forward in shaping a more practical and…
The Kenya Revenue Authority’s announcement that it has collected Sh10 billion from digital asset taxation marks a significant milestone…
Women plant mangrove seedlings at Mida creek in Kilifi County, on July 28, 2025. [Marion Kithi, Standard] Today, the world…
People protest against US President Donald Trump’s decision to shut down the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in…
Globally, one in eight people live with a mental health disorder, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). In Kenya,…
A voter casts the ballot during UDA grassroots elections. [File, Standard] Like a broken record, let’s admit that our journey…
President William Ruto inspects a guard of honour before the 2nd UN Food Systems Summit Stocktake (UNFSS+4) in Addis Ababa,…
Youths light bonfires at TRM, Thika Road, during Gen Z anniversary protest, on June 25, 2025. [David Gichuru,Standard] As Kenyans…
A section of youth during the Meru Diaspora job fair at Kinoru Stadium in Meru County. [File, Standard] Are the…
Woman working in the fields in a small African village. [Courtesy/GettyImages] Last Friday, I visited the farm of 86-year-old Mike…
Treasury CS John Mbadi during the 2025 Budget reading on June 12th, 2025 at Parliament. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] In any…
An helicopter keeping surveillance during Saba Saba protest in Kitengela on July 7th 2025. (Collins Oduor, Standard) Have you noticed…
Gen Z protester cycles on the Thika Road Highway upside down as other protesters cheer during the Gen Z 1st…
Youthful protesters along Kenyatta Avenue, during the first anniversary of Gen Z deaths on June 25, 2025. [Benard Orwongo, Standard]…
When Deputy President Kithure Kindiki toured Muhoroni for a women and youth employment forum. [Michael Mute, Standard] Behold! The man,…
Dan Aceda during an interview at the SEMA BOX podcast studio on July 19 2022. [Esther Jeruto, standard] It is…
Students on their way home after the Ministry of education closed schools to pave way for the 2022 general elections.…
Like a running stomach, no single individual, business or government can escape the wrath of fiscal indiscipline. Not long ago,…
22 November 2024, Berlin: Participants at a rally hold a banner with the slogan “Climate crisis does not wait for…
Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury and Economic Planning John Mbadi before The Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations to deliberate on…
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon, together with IEBC Commissioners, during a media briefing at PrideInn Paradise -…
When Vihiga County Education Director Alexie Muzame interracted with PP2 learners during a school tour within the county on October…
Youthful protesters hang on an Administration Police lorry along Thika Road during the Gen Z 1st anniversary led protests on June 25,…
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Chairperson Erastus Edung Ethekon, together with IEBC Commissioners, during a media briefing at PrideInn Paradise -…
Few institutions are as central to the health of our democracy as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC). Its…
The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja (left) and The current chairman of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) Ahmed…
ODM leader Raila Odinga during a past event. [File, Standard] In the clearest indication of his political allegiance yet, former…
Police keep vigil during Saba Saba protests in Kitengela, on July 7, 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard] July 20 was pivotal…
President William Ruto addresses residents after the launch of the Sogoo-Melelo-Ololung’a Road during a tour of Narok County, on May…
In the rhythm of democracy, the pulse of right to protest beats loudest when the voices of the many challenge…
Protesters carry caskets along Kisii Kisumu highway while chanting the Wantam slogan during Saba Saba protests. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] Today,…
From Left: Technical Working Group on Gender Based Violence and Femicide Vice Chairperson Sam Thenya, Chairperson,Nancy Barasa and Kewopa Chairperson…
Nyanza Region security team led by Regional Commissioner Flora Mworoa inspect one ton of bhang worth Sh30 million that was…
Chief Bryan Tyner of the Minneapolis Fire Department, United States with Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim. [Courtesy, GPS] …
Specialised squad believed to be Recce arrives at a building along TomMboya street ,Nairobi where a lone gun man on…
Nakuru county DCP party interim officials and aspirants led by County women leader Grace Wanjiku Momanyi addressing members in Nakuru town where they…
There has been a noticeable rise in the level of fraud risk in Kenya, impacting numerous individuals and families. This…
One can forgive a child born in a remote village who calls a cow a mootu, because that’s what he heard…
President William Ruto addresses residents after the launch of the Sogoo-Melelo-Ololung’a Road on the second day of his tour of…
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to guests from the South Portico of the White House during an event on the…
Mercy Muthoni, language teacher at Indupa Comprehensive School reading the newspaper with students during the NIE launch. (Collins Oduor, Standard)…
President William Ruto during the inspection of the ongoping rehabilitation of Nairobi River on July 18, 2025. [PCS] We have…
National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) chairman Rev. Dr. Samuel Kobia flanked by members of the board addresses journalists on…
Protesters hang on an administration police lorry along Thika road highway during the Gen Z 1st anniversary led protests on…
President William Ruto inspected the ongoing rehabilitation of Nairobi River on July 18, 2025. [PCS] While our nation is…
Former Chief Justice David Maraga he attended a court case where 37 youths were charged with acts of terrorism by allegedly…
Hospitals are sanctuaries of healing, not slaughterhouses. Yet, recent events at the Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), Kenya’s largest referral facility,…
Dr Erastus Edung Ethekon takes oath of office as the Chairperson of IEBC on July 11, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard]…
Another mighty oak tree has fallen. The steadily diminishing cadre of Kenya’s post-independence Career Ambassadors continues to whisper their…