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View More NewsThe late Raila Odinga. [File, Standard] Well, they are all at it now, aren’t they? Every person who was in any way connected to Raila Odinga when he was alive now appears to know exactly what his thinking was. Enigma?…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Jubilee Party members during a meeting at Thika Green Golf Resort on November 7, 2025. [File, Standard] Former President Uhuru…
Olkaria Geothermal Power Plant in Naivasha. [File, Standard] Kenya’s drive to harness underground heat for stable, clean electricity received a boost on Thursday after the African Development Bank (AfDB) approved…
Containers at the port of Mombasa. [File] Cargo that has remained at the Port of Mombasa for more than 21 days, including consignments earmarked for auction or destruction, will be…
Industry PS Juma Mukhwana. [File, Standard] The government has launched reforms of the accreditation system to strengthen compliance with standards and boost trade by improving access to regional and international markets. Kenya Accreditation Service (Kenas) officials said yesterday that…
As the country moves closer to adopting Sessional Paper No. 3 of 2025, which proposes the partial divestiture of 15 per cent of the Government’s equity in Safaricom PLC, Kenyan…
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A reward poster for the arrest of Ryan James Wedding, he is accused of murder and money laundering in connection to a drug trafficking organization. [AFP] Ryan Wedding, a Canadian former Olympic snowboarder turned alleged drug kingpin, has been arrested…
U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters on board Air Force One while flying in between Ireland and Washington as he returns from the World…
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President William Ruto signs a bill into law at State House. [PCS] The High Court has pronounced itself clearly on unlawful public appointments and the heavy burden on Kenyan taxpayers. The costs are in salaries,…
Video shows police assaulting men playing pool in Nandi Hills. [Screengrab] Once again, the police are in the news for all the wrong reasons. Last week, there was a viral video showing police officers violently…
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a past political rally in Makueni. [File, Standard] Kenya’s opposition politics has reached a defining moment. With the 2027 General Election steadily approaching, the idea of a “united opposition” can no longer remain a rhetorical…
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during a past political rally in Makueni. [File, Standard] Kenya’s opposition politics has reached a defining moment. With the 2027 General Election steadily approaching, the idea of a “united opposition” can no longer remain a rhetorical…
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‘Unfurling the object of my rage’ art exhibition; a collaborative mixed media showcase by Chela Yego and Cynthia Nyakiro [Courtesy] An evocative exhibition titled ‘The Unfurling of My Abject Rage’ opened at Munyu Space, Nairobi, last weekend. It will run…
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The evening also featured discussions on how universities in the region can produce industry-ready graduates The Kenyan community in Rwanda gathered at the Kigali Paramount Hotel this week for an event celebrating a unique partnership between industry and…
The ‘Matatu Musical’ cast during their rehearsals. [Courtesy] Wangarĩ Maathai Too Early for Birds returns in…
Art: Ian Gichohi reimagines how photographs can exist on paper Ian Gichohi’s first solo photography exhibition,…
‘Landscapes from Home’ exhibition brings Kenyan stories to London Landscapes from Home, a group exhibition bringing…
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Published Date: 2026-01-24 08:30:00 Author: By Washington Onyango Source: The Standard
The weeklong Lady Captain Penny Wambui 2025 prize concluded at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club,…
Outgoing Lady Captain, Penny Wambui in action at the Royal Nairobi Golf Club, November 8,…
Dashui Spartans secure fourth historic title
2025 NDCL Shield winner, the “Dashui Spartans” of Thika Sports Club celebrate their win at…
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Boiling water in a sufuria. [GettyImages] Ishmael Oundo, 26, still struggles to sleep through the night. Even when exhaustion finally overpowers the pain, he startles awake at the slightest sound, his body tensing instinctively, as if bracing for another attack. Sleep, once a…
Pritty Vishy has in the recent past opened up about her weight loss journey using Ozempic…
Purity Wamuyu, a female ranger, inside the rhino observation centre at Lewa Conservancy. [George Kaimenyi, Standard] When…
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Dr Chris Kiptoo, Principal Secretary, National Treasury. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] The State and Public Officers Motor Car Loan Scheme was established as a deliberate…
Olkaria Geothermal Power Plant in Naivasha. [File, Standard] Kenya’s drive to harness underground heat for stable, clean electricity received a boost on Thursday after…
Former Deputy President and DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua, during an exclusive interview with KTN at his Karen Residence on October 5, 2025. [Benard Orwongo,…
The late Raila Odinga. [File, Standard] Well, they are all at it now, aren’t they? Every person who was in any way connected to…
