Sakaja pleads for loan relief as matatu strike is suspended for talks

Sakaja urges banks to ease matatu loan pressure as operators suspend strike for one week after talks with government.

By Patrick Vidija 17 days ago

Africa launches negotiators academy to fix bad mining, debt and trade deals

Africa launches SIGN, a program led by ex-presidents to train negotiators for better mining, debt, trade, climate and health deals.

By Patrick Vidija 17 days ago

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After apologising over Gachagua's impeachment, Waiguru urges Mt Kenya to pay 'tutam' debt

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has intensified calls for the re-election of President William Ruto, saying Mt Kenya should honour its past political commitments.

By Patrick Vidija 22 days ago

Man accused of murder of Form Two student slapped with 20-year-jail term

A man charged with the murder of a Form Two student in Kilifi County has been sentenced to 20 years in jail.

By Patrick Vidija 22 days ago

Omar Guelleh sworn in, pledges to accelerate Djibouti's economic growth

Guelleh said his government will also focus on deepening regional economic integration while strengthening infrastructure projects aimed at transforming the Horn of Africa into a major trade hub.

By Patrick Vidija 26 days ago

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President Ruto quietly pushing campaign for Njoki Ndungu's ICC Judgeship

William Ruto is reportedly leading a high-level campaign to support Njoki Ndung’u’s bid for a seat at the International Criminal Court ahead of the December elections in New York.

By Patrick Vidija 29 days ago

Trump tightens sanctions on Iran-China oil trade

Trump’s administration said the move is in line with its decisive action to disrupt Iran’s illicit oil trade, the primary revenue stream for the Iranian regime to fund terrorism.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Legal pressure emerges as key barrier in corruption reporting

Legal challenges remain a major hurdle for journalists reporting on corruption-related cases.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Furious Ruto lectures Sakaja, Zaria Group officials over casual dressing

resident William Ruto on Friday took issues with Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja for dressing casually during an official visit at State House.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Tuju kicked out of Karen property in 2am raid

In videos seen by The Standard, Tuju claimed that the armed officers stormed his property on Saturday 2am and forced him out.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

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WRC Safari Rally: Where a 'flying sausage' meets the 'queens of the dust'

An employee of GDC, Sheghu, alongside Kenya Pipeline Company’s Ayuko, are drawn to the sport not by financial rewards but by the thrill of pushing boundaries and conquering fear.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

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How Sakaja will spend Ruto's Sh80 billion investment package

The Sh80 billion investment package targets critical infrastructure gaps that have long hindered the growth of the city.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Man suspected of trafficking drugs to schools arrested in Njoro

The authority in a statement said the suspect, one of Nakuru County’s most notorious cannabis traffickers, was arrested in Njoro as he plotted to supply his packages to students.

By Patrick Vidija 3 months ago

UAE- WFP sign cooperation agreement to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan

Under the agreement, the UAE will provide a grant of US$20 million to help accelerate emergency response efforts in Sudan by delivering food assistance to populations affected by the conflict

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

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Top government officials race to increase enrollment at St Agatha Mokwo Girls

St Agatha Mokwo Girls Secondary School was once a powerhouse that produced outstanding academic results, but its performance has declined significantly over the years.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

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Why Telegram remains most restricted social media platform globally

21 new instances of social media restrictions by 14 countries were observed, a higher number than the 18 cases in 7 countries in 2024.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

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NACADA shifts focus to residential areas in war against counterfeit

NACADA said several ‘poison’-brewing kits have been seized as the raids expose sophisticated and deadly counterfeiting hubs operating from unsuspecting residential houses.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

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ODM-UDA deal gets boost as state assures implementation of NADCO proposals

The government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the full implementation of NADCO proposals.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Somalia election: PM Farah says country needs inclusive leadership

PM Farah said the country is at a dangerous crossroads that needs to move beyond symbolic unity and solidarity to confront growing internal and external challenges.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

NACADA welcomes Ruto's directive on alcohol and drug abuse

President Ruto on Wednesday said any government official or security officer found aiding or abetting drug trafficking or illicit alcohol networks will be dismissed from service and prosecuted.

By Patrick Vidija 5 months ago

Council's move to qualify Chinese lawyer to practice in Kenya raises eyebrows

Former LSK President and Senior Counsel Nelson Havi stated that the Council for Legal Education owes the country an explanation for gazetting a Chinese citizen for admission to the Bar.

By Patrick Vidija 5 months ago

Sakaja pleads for loan relief as matatu strike is suspended for talks

Sakaja urges banks to ease matatu loan pressure as operators suspend strike for one week after talks with government.

By Patrick Vidija 17 days ago

Africa launches negotiators academy to fix bad mining, debt and trade deals

Africa launches SIGN, a program led by ex-presidents to train negotiators for better mining, debt, trade, climate and health deals.

By Patrick Vidija 17 days ago

Premium

After apologising over Gachagua's impeachment, Waiguru urges Mt Kenya to pay 'tutam' debt

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has intensified calls for the re-election of President William Ruto, saying Mt Kenya should honour its past political commitments.

By Patrick Vidija 22 days ago

Man accused of murder of Form Two student slapped with 20-year-jail term

A man charged with the murder of a Form Two student in Kilifi County has been sentenced to 20 years in jail.

By Patrick Vidija 22 days ago

Omar Guelleh sworn in, pledges to accelerate Djibouti's economic growth

Guelleh said his government will also focus on deepening regional economic integration while strengthening infrastructure projects aimed at transforming the Horn of Africa into a major trade hub.

By Patrick Vidija 26 days ago

Premium

President Ruto quietly pushing campaign for Njoki Ndungu's ICC Judgeship

William Ruto is reportedly leading a high-level campaign to support Njoki Ndung’u’s bid for a seat at the International Criminal Court ahead of the December elections in New York.

By Patrick Vidija 29 days ago

Trump tightens sanctions on Iran-China oil trade

Trump’s administration said the move is in line with its decisive action to disrupt Iran’s illicit oil trade, the primary revenue stream for the Iranian regime to fund terrorism.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Legal pressure emerges as key barrier in corruption reporting

Legal challenges remain a major hurdle for journalists reporting on corruption-related cases.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Furious Ruto lectures Sakaja, Zaria Group officials over casual dressing

resident William Ruto on Friday took issues with Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja for dressing casually during an official visit at State House.

By Patrick Vidija 1 month ago

Tuju kicked out of Karen property in 2am raid

In videos seen by The Standard, Tuju claimed that the armed officers stormed his property on Saturday 2am and forced him out.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Premium

WRC Safari Rally: Where a 'flying sausage' meets the 'queens of the dust'

An employee of GDC, Sheghu, alongside Kenya Pipeline Company’s Ayuko, are drawn to the sport not by financial rewards but by the thrill of pushing boundaries and conquering fear.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Premium

How Sakaja will spend Ruto's Sh80 billion investment package

The Sh80 billion investment package targets critical infrastructure gaps that have long hindered the growth of the city.

By Patrick Vidija 2 months ago

Man suspected of trafficking drugs to schools arrested in Njoro

The authority in a statement said the suspect, one of Nakuru County’s most notorious cannabis traffickers, was arrested in Njoro as he plotted to supply his packages to students.

By Patrick Vidija 3 months ago

UAE- WFP sign cooperation agreement to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan

Under the agreement, the UAE will provide a grant of US$20 million to help accelerate emergency response efforts in Sudan by delivering food assistance to populations affected by the conflict

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Premium

Top government officials race to increase enrollment at St Agatha Mokwo Girls

St Agatha Mokwo Girls Secondary School was once a powerhouse that produced outstanding academic results, but its performance has declined significantly over the years.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Premium

Why Telegram remains most restricted social media platform globally

21 new instances of social media restrictions by 14 countries were observed, a higher number than the 18 cases in 7 countries in 2024.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Premium

NACADA shifts focus to residential areas in war against counterfeit

NACADA said several ‘poison’-brewing kits have been seized as the raids expose sophisticated and deadly counterfeiting hubs operating from unsuspecting residential houses.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Premium

ODM-UDA deal gets boost as state assures implementation of NADCO proposals

The government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the full implementation of NADCO proposals.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago

Somalia election: PM Farah says country needs inclusive leadership

PM Farah said the country is at a dangerous crossroads that needs to move beyond symbolic unity and solidarity to confront growing internal and external challenges.

By Patrick Vidija 4 months ago