Doctors demonstrating outside Afya house in Nairobi on April 9th 2024. [Collins Oduor, Standard] The government has released the second and final batch of basic salary arrears owed to doctors under the 2017–2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). In a letter to the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU), Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni…
American Melissa Jefferson-Wooden left the 2025 World Championships as the most successful athlete but had to overcome personal challenges to become a track star. As the dust settles on the 2025 World Athletics Championships, American sprinter Melissa Jefferson-Wooden is reveling in what has been the most successful event of her career. Jefferson-Wooden claimed three gold…
Raila Odinga has once again defended the Orange Democratic Movement’s (ODM) decision to partner with President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), describing it as a necessary compromise for the good of Kenyans. Speaking in Machakos on Monday, September 22, during an ODM Parliamentary Group meeting, Raila said the pact signed in March 2025 had…
Community members within the Amalemba Informal Settlement in Kakamega are now benefiting from tarmac roads and street lights established under the Kenya Informal Settlements Improvement Project (KISIP II). A section of community members said crime has reduced since the installation of street lights and high-mast floodlights. The Assistant Chairperson of the Settlement Executive Committee (SEC),…
Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua accused President William Ruto of conspiracy to divide Mount Kenya The former deputy explained how Ruto allegedly used officials in the area to continue his divisive agenda Gachagua warned residents of North Mbeere against nominating a candidate preceded by Moses Kuria Nairobi – Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has accused…
The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) President Hussein Mohammed and CEO SportPesa Ronald Karauri grace the official launch of the 2025/26 FKF Premier League season in Kiambu County on Sept 16, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] The Sh20 million-prized 2025-2026 SportPesa League kicked off with a bang over the weekend, with favourites stunned and minnows shining as…
The quiet funeral of the late Kiambu deputy governor sparked tension between two family groups divided due to a long -standing legal issue On June 12, the Supreme Court ruled on the place where his late father had to be buried before a secret burial a few days later The lawyers representing the first family…
A nurse checks a patient’s blood pressure during the free medical camp at AAR Hospital in Nairobi on September 6, 2025. [Courtesy] High consultations at a recent free medical camp in Nairobi suggest a significant reproductive health burden, highlighting a strong public demand for accessible and affordable care. Nearly two-thirds of the women who attended…
The middle -aged woman surprised the people when she firmly refused to leave while the big tingel was bringing down her shop Although he was not talking too much or screaming, one could see his strong resolution to protect his shop, which he had fought to build Many people wondered how much he had invested…
A fan was caught on video stepping on the Kenyan flag after Mogadishu City vs Kenya Police match, sparking nationwide outrage. Sometimes football rivalries spill beyond the pitch and Saturday’s CAF Champions League preliminary clash between Kenya Police FC and Mogadishu City Club proved just that. The match, played at Nyayo Stadium, ended in a thrilling…
Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) will make system repairs on Tuesday, September 23 KPLC informed customers that the activity would affect at least 13 counties, including Nairobi and Homa Bay According to the KPLC notice, Kenyans in affected areas will miss electricity for approximately eight hours Nairobi – Kenya Power And Lighting Company (KPLC)…
The National Environment Management Authority (Nema) has named 107 bars and clubs across the country that could face closure for noise pollution. In a notice issued yesterday, the authority explained that it has been flooded with complaints from the public about loud music coming from clubs, lounges, bars, and restaurants. The crackdown, it said, aims…
Intense confrontation at the Kitale club sparked political tensions and sparked a major division within Speaker Moses Wetang’ula Allegations of misconduct and favorit In a widely distributed video, the former MP involved in the dispute warned Wetang’ula’s assistant against the war Trans Nzoia: The circus erupted on Saturday, September 20, at the nightclub of Kitale…
Bongo Queen Zuchu performed at the Chan 2024 tournament, but faced a delay in his payment The famous musician Sugar has publicly claimed his remaining payments and even threatened to take legal action a few days ago In a new statement, Zuchu has confirmed that he has now received all his payments and thanked his…
A man from Ruiru, known as Jay, released a horror video of CCTV showing full time when he was kidnapped in a trap at midnight. Jay said he was leaving home for an early morning activity when his feelings had warned him not to go out, as the road was terrible because it had no…