×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Read Offline Anywhere
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now
'I respect the rule of law,' says Irungu Houghton as he suspends part in Ruto panel
Amnesty’s Irungu Houghton suspends his participation in protest victims compensation panel after High Court order, says decision is out of respect for rule of law.
By 3 days ago
'I respect the rule of law,' says Irungu Houghton as he suspends part in Ruto panel
DCI probing murder of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu
DCI launches probe into lawyer Kyalo Mbobu’s killing on Magadi Road, Nairobi, vows justice; urges public to share information to aid investigations.
By 4 days ago
DCI probing murder of lawyer Kyalo Mbobu
Lawyers mourn slain advocate Kyalo Mbobu
Kenya’s legal fraternity is mourning the brutal killing of renowned lawyer and scholar Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, who was shot dead by motorcycle assailants in Karen on Tuesday evening.
By 4 days ago
Lawyers mourn slain advocate Kyalo Mbobu
Tony Gachoka: Elected leaders have betrayed the people
President William Ruto’s administration is presiding over a collapse of multi-party democracy, runaway corruption, and failed governance, says Nairobi gubernatorial aspirant Tony Gachoka.
By 4 days ago
Tony Gachoka: Elected leaders have betrayed the people
UASU issues seven-day strike notice to public varsities
UASU issues seven-day strike notice to all public universities and colleges, faults government for failing to implement 2021-2025 and 2025-2029 CBAs.
By 4 days ago
UASU issues seven-day strike notice to public varsities
Leaders call for Nairobi County dissolution over leadership failures
Weeks after Nairobi MCAs pushed for the impeachment of Governor Johnson Sakaja, fresh calls have emerged to dissolve the entire county government.
By 5 days ago
Leaders call for Nairobi County dissolution over leadership failures
Wrangles rock Cricket Kenya as board disowns purported CK T20 league
Kenya’s Cricket (CK) fraternity thrown into fresh turmoil after CK officially disowned the much-publicised CK T20 League, casting doubt on a tournament that had promised to revive the sport.
By 5 days ago
Wrangles rock Cricket Kenya as board disowns purported CK T20 league
Ruto urges Africa to unite, lead global climate action
President William Ruto has urged African nations to take the lead in shaping global climate action, saying the continent must act as a driver of solutions rather than a victim.
By 6 days ago
Ruto urges Africa to unite, lead global climate action
St. George's Girls closed indefinitely after student unrest
St. George’s Girls Secondary School in Nairobi has been closed indefinitely following a violent protest by students after a teacher allegedly assaulted one of their peers.
By 6 days ago
St. George's Girls closed indefinitely after student unrest
IEBC reorganises to rebuild public trust
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission is restructuring its operations in a bid to deliver credible elections and restore Kenyans confidence, Commissioner Dr. Alutalala Mukhwana said.
By 6 days ago
IEBC reorganises to rebuild public trust
Siaya County bets Sh2 billion on hospital and stadium
Siaya County has begun a Sh2 billion upgrade of the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium and the expansion of Siaya County Referral Hospital.
By 6 days ago
Siaya County bets Sh2 billion on hospital and stadium
Ruto heads to Addis for Africa Climate Summit
President Ruto departs for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for the second Africa Climate Summit, to push for climate finance, equitable carbon pricing, and financial reforms
By 7 days ago
Ruto heads to Addis for Africa Climate Summit
NACADA intensify crackdown on illicit brew
National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has mounted a major crackdown on illicit brews across the country targeting dealers and consumers.
By 7 days ago
NACADA intensify crackdown on illicit brew
Rift emerges over Kituyi's appointment as opposition Spokesperson
Efforts to build a united opposition coalition have hit turbulence after DCP Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala rejected the appointment of Dr. Mukhisa Kituyi as the coalition’s spokesperson.
By 7 days ago
Rift emerges over Kituyi's appointment as opposition Spokesperson
Former Minister and Rongo MP Dalmas Otieno dies at 80
Former Rongo MP and ex-Moi, Kibaki-era minister Dalmas Otieno dies at his home in Nairobi after a short illness, family confirms.
By 7 days ago
Former Minister and Rongo MP Dalmas Otieno dies at 80
Kerio Valley's most dreaded bandit surrenders
Kerio Valley’s most wanted bandit, Arthur Ruto Komen, surrenders at Tot Police Station, hands over firearm and ammunition, police confirm.
By 7 days ago
Kerio Valley's most dreaded bandit surrenders
Police officer shoots two Boda Boda riders in Thika, mob torch car
Tension gripped Makongeni, Thika Town, on Sunday morning after a police officer shot and killed two boda boda riders in a confrontation following a road accident near Makongeni Police Station.
By 7 days ago
Police officer shoots two Boda Boda riders in Thika, mob torch car
Tough choices for nearly one million freshers join colleges and universities
More than 990,000 students are joining universities, colleges, and technical institutions across Kenya, marking one of the largest intakes in recent years.
By 7 days ago
Tough choices for nearly one million freshers join colleges and universities
Premium
Uproar after newly promoted teachers are transferred
TSC says the promotions are designed to plug leadership gaps in newly upgraded schools and strengthen instructional supervision as the CBC prepares to roll out into senior school from January.
By 9 days ago
Uproar after newly promoted teachers are transferred
IGAD mourns victims of North Darfur landslide
The Executive Secretary, Intergovernmental Authority on Development Dr. Workneh Gebeyehu condole with families and communities devastated by a massive landslide in Sudan’s North Darfur.
By 10 days ago
IGAD mourns victims of North Darfur landslide
Kenya looks to build arena for global basketball events
Kenya will partner with the National Basketball Association (NBA) to build a multi-purpose arena capable of hosting major international competitions, including the Basketball Africa League.
By 10 days ago
Kenya looks to build arena for global basketball events
Schools drowning in debt as suppliers turn to courts to claim unpaid bills
Three weeks ago, Watuka Boys High School in Nyeri County saw its bus repossessed over a Sh11.8 million debts.
By 10 days ago
Schools drowning in debt as suppliers turn to courts to claim unpaid bills
Government unveils sweeping police reforms to restore public trust
The government has announced wide-ranging reforms to the National Police Service, aimed at transforming it into a people-centered institution that commands trust and delivers reliable security.
By 10 days ago
Government unveils sweeping police reforms to restore public trust
Police crackdown on criminal gangs in Nairobi and Malindi
At least 80 suspects have been arrested in Nairobi following a police crackdown on violent robberies that have unsettled city residents.
By 10 days ago
Police crackdown on criminal gangs in Nairobi and Malindi
Murkomen pledges maternity uniforms, career reforms in police shake-up
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced sweeping reforms in the National Police Service, including the first-ever maternity uniforms for female officers.
By 10 days ago
Murkomen pledges maternity uniforms, career reforms in police shake-up
Cash-strapped schools send learners home as capitation delays bite
Schools are sliding into a crisis as delayed government capitation leaves administrators with little choice but to send learners home over unpaid fees.
By 11 days ago
Cash-strapped schools send learners home as capitation delays bite
Muluka: Political elite using power for self-preservation
Democratic National Alliance (DNA) Secretary General Barack Muluka has accused Kenya’s political class of using governance as a shield to protect themselves rather than serve citizens.
By 11 days ago
Muluka: Political elite using power for self-preservation
Technical committee formed to unlock private sector investment in sports
President William Ruto has formed a technical committee comprising of the government, Football Kenya Federation (FKF), and the private sector to coordinate collaboration and investment in sports.
By 11 days ago
Technical committee formed to unlock private sector investment in sports
Kenya's big bet on technical skills as youth prepare for a global training
As more than 700,000 learners prepare to join higher learning institutions, the government is investing heavily on technical and vocational training, a foundation of Kenya’s future workforce.
By 11 days ago
Kenya's big bet on technical skills as youth prepare for a global training
Harambee Stars striker Ogam to move to Austrian Bundesliga Side Wolfsberger AC
Harambee Stars striker Ryan Ogam seals move to Austrian Bundesliga side Wolfsberger AC, Tusker FC confirms.
By 11 days ago
Harambee Stars striker Ogam to move to Austrian Bundesliga Side Wolfsberger AC
Premium
Why running a school in Kenya is a nightmare
Schools are flooded with more learners than they can accommodate during transition, stretching infrastructure and resources beyond breaking point.
By 12 days ago
Why running a school in Kenya is a nightmare
Jubaland forces in Kenya aligned with Madobe, claims Wajir South MP
Wajir South MP Mohammed Adow has dismissed claims that Jubaland forces are actively training in Kenya, saying any such activity would be part of a Kenya-backed security arrangement against al-Shabaab.
By 12 days ago
Jubaland forces in Kenya aligned with Madobe, claims Wajir South MP
Sakaja survives impeachment after Raila intervention
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has been handed a lifeline after ODM MCAs agreed to suspend the impeachment process against him.
By 12 days ago
Sakaja survives impeachment after Raila intervention
Kang'ata: Corruption, delayed funds still a threat to devolution
Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata has described devolution as the greatest achievement of Kenya’s 2010 Constitution.
By 13 days ago
Kang'ata: Corruption, delayed funds still a threat to devolution
Relief for parents as universities roll out reduced fees for freshers
The Ministry of Education has begun implementing the newly revised fee structure for all first-year students admitted through the Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS).
By 13 days ago
Relief for parents as universities roll out reduced fees for freshers
Nursing students secure apprenticeships in youth employment pact
Kenya’s persistent youth unemployment crisis is receiving a lifeline through international partnerships.
By 14 days ago
Nursing students secure apprenticeships in youth employment pact
Ruto: Sh30 billion NHIF claims won't be paid without proof
President William Ruto says the government will not pay the Sh30 billion debt claimed by the National Health Insurance Fund unless every claim is verified.
By 14 days ago
Ruto: Sh30 billion NHIF claims won't be paid without proof
Kenya pushes for inclusion of clinical officers in UK labour agreement
Kenya is exploring the expansion of its Bilateral Labour Agreement (BLA) with the United Kingdom.
By 14 days ago
Kenya pushes for inclusion of clinical officers in UK labour agreement
Government moves to harmonise civil servants' pay
The government has reaffirmed its commitment to motivating civil servants through the harmonisation of salaries across all cadre.
By 14 days ago
Government moves to harmonise civil servants' pay
Stars shine bright as Morocco, Senegal, and Madagascar light up CHAN 2024
The curtains fell on the CAF African Nations Championship (CHAN) PAMOJA 2024 in Nairobi with Morocco lifting their record third title.
By 15 days ago
Stars shine bright as Morocco, Senegal, and Madagascar light up CHAN 2024
KCB crowned 2025 National Sevens Circuit champions
Sports
By Washington Onyango
2 hrs ago
Fuel prices drop slightly in latest EPRA review
Business
By Sharon Wanga
2 hrs ago