Opinion
President William Ruto and Tanzania President Samia Suluhu during the 24th Ordinary Summit of EAC Heads of State in Arusha. [File, Standard] There are moments in a nation’s life when it must choose between appearing strong and being wise. President…
Most Kenyans I’ve met seem to harbour fond memories of their high school days – especially the set books they studied for their final-year exams. Whether at the local pub, in Parliament, in courtrooms or other public spaces,…
President William Ruto during the Hustler Fund launch on November 30, 2022 in Nairobi. [File, Standard]…
US President Donald Trump during an event with Apple CEO Tim Cook in the Oval Office…
Workers packaging flowers at Oserian Flowers in Naivasha. [File, Standard] Kenyan floriculture industry, a jewel in…
Youth during Gen Z protests in Nairobi, on June 25, 2025. [File, Standard] In July 2025, US Senator James Risch introduced a bold amendment in Congress proposing the reconsideration of Kenya’s designation as a Major Non-NATO Ally (MNNA). This privileged…
A teacher giving a math lesson in a classroom. [Courtesy, GettyImages] In today’s demanding educational climate, self-care is no longer a luxury. It is a…
Weekly Opnions Round Up
National Treasury Cabinet SecretaryJohn Mbadi during the launch of Economic Survey 2025 at KICC, Nairobi, on May 6, 2025. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] When it…
Globally, one in eight people live with a mental health disorder, according to the World Health Organisation (WHO). In Kenya, experts estimate that one…
Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury and Economic Planning John Mbadi before The Standing Committee on Devolution and Intergovernmental Relations to deliberate on the commercial bank accounts…
Kenya is globally recognised for its vibrant cooperative movement, which serves as a benchmark for others. With assets exceeding Sh1 trillion (USD 7.7 billion)…