Opinion
Youth during Saba Saba protests in Kitengela, on July 7, 2025. The government has announced plans to compensate victims of protests. [File, Standard] Last week’s announcement by the government that it will compensate victims of protests dating back to 2017…
Next week, on August 12, will be the International Youth Day, a moment of reflection when the world acknowledges the vital role young people play as agents of change. Across Kenya and much of Africa, a generation is…
Unlike his other unsubstantiated self-appropriated successes against his predecessors, President William Ruto rightfully earns the bragging…
I was recently shocked to learn that a friend’s daughter had been beaten black and blue…
Most Kenyans I’ve met seem to harbour fond memories of their high school days – especially…
President William Ruto inspects the completed works at the Galana-Kulalu Food Security Project in Kilifi and Tana River counties. He said that the completion of construction works at the Galana-Kulalu Food Security Project’s siltation basin and water canal marks a significant milestone in actualising the…
Council of Governors CEO Mary Mwiti during the launch of the Devolution Conference 2025 registration website at Movenpick Hotel, Nairobi, on 3rd April 2025. [David…
Weekly Opnions Round Up
People demonstrate against US strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, in front of the White House in Washington, DC, on June 22, 2025. [AFP] The…
Former editor at the Standard, Ben Ochieng Ogodo. [File Courtesy] The news of Ochieng’ Ogodo’s passing struck like a sudden storm, leaving behind a profound…
Close-up of a young businessman pointing on the data presented in the chart with a pen. [Courtesy/iStock] For generations, marketing has been viewed as…
Son and father playing basketball. [Courtesy/GettyImages] A father’s role is instrumental in the development of a child, influencing their self-esteem, social skills, and overall…