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View More NewsSimbisa Brands Ltd has cited a tough economic environment characterised by high taxes and a rising cost of living for keeping customers away from its outlets. [File, Standard] Simbisa Brands…
Africans give a lot to churches and mosques, and this money can be channeled to fund businesses that would have a positive impact in their societies. [iStockphoto] The Chief Executive…
Britam Connect Evah Kimani at the launch of Britam’s Female Wellness Cover, Malkia in November 2024. [File, Standard] Kenya’s gig economy is booming. From digital boda riders and online tutors…
A 62 meter private yacht docked at the Kilifi Creek in Kilifi town, Kilifi County. [Nehemiah Okwembah, Standard]. Security agents have detained a luxury yacht floating off Kilifi after it…
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Opinion
Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its journey to transform agri-food systems. With the Kampala CAADP Declaration (2026–2035) setting ambitious targets for resilience, sustainability, and inclusivity, the continent must confront a persistent challenge:…
Last week, I found myself in downtown Nairobi seeking some services. On the sidewalks were women selling all kind of groceries. Wanting to support a fellow woman, I decided to buy some shelled fresh beans…
Ken Gichinga Chief Economist Mentoria Economist. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard] When Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, took to X to express condolences over the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, it was clear to all…
President William Ruto. [File, Standard] Our latest leadership conversation appears to have cantered on if, and when, Kenya moves from third to first world. In decrying our “average” national thinking, President William Ruto tells us…
Arts & Culture
Wangari 2.0: Theatrical tribute to Wangari Maathai’s legacy At Karura University, Zuri Wangari is devastated when Prof Wangari Maathai Memorial Park is sold off to foreign investors who plan to cut down trees for a luxury hotel ironically…
German youth orchestra pays moving tribute to Raila Odinga at Opoda Farm [Courtesy/Gabriel Oguda/X] A youth orchestra…
Stakeholders from the Kenyan creative sector met to outline plans for the Creation Africa Forum (photo…
Leah Warii explores self-expression in bold solo exhibition at Nairobi Gallery [Anjellah Owino/Standard] At the Nairobi Gallery,…
Sports
Kenya’s Women Middleweight champion Elizabeth Andiego training in Nairobi. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Only ten female…
Canada’s Marco Arop and Kenya’s Emmanuel Wanyonyi cross the finish line in the men’s 800m…
AK Executive Committee Member and Youth Director Barnaba Korir. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Athletics Kenya Executive…
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Activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, who went missing in Uganda for 38 days when they were handed over to Kenyan authorities in Busia.…
During their graduation after undergoing rigorous training, police officers take an oath promising to commit to defend the law and perform their duties without…
Simbisa Brands Ltd has cited a tough economic environment characterised by high taxes and a rising cost of living for keeping customers away from…
Simbisa Brands Ltd has cited a tough economic environment characterised by high taxes and a rising cost of living for keeping customers away from…