There was an uproar in Parliament when Embakasi South Member of Parliament Musili Mawathe was expelled for allegedly being drunk Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wa accused him of disrupting activities, prompting the Speaker of Parliament, Gladys Shollei, to order his removal Kenyans answered questions online, with many criticizing the chaos, while others questioned whether the MP…
National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) chairman Rev. Dr Samuel Kobia. [File, Standard] Three communities have the lion’s share of employment in the country’s parastatals, the latest report by the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has revealed. The report launched yesterday says Kikuyu, Kalenjin and Luo have 29,352, 25,729 and 20,656 of their kinsmen…
In-form Kaizer Chiefs forward sees his Guinea-Bissau debut cancelled because of political uncertainty, delaying his international dream until next year. Kaizer Chiefs forward Flavio Silva has seen his dream of an international debut brought to an abrupt and disappointing halt, with his first cap for Guinea-Bissau now likely to be delayed until he is 30….
A new psychiatric report has thrown into uncertainty the Kenyatta National Hospital murder case, finding that the main suspect, Kennedy Kalombotole, is mentally unfit to stand trial or instruct a lawyer. The latest report contradicts the earlier one from Mbagathi Hospital, issued just two months ago, which had declared him fit to face trial. Presiding…
Kenyans have raised questions about the high-level visit of the Ugandan army to Nairobi for a comparative exercise A UPDF delegation met with KDF officials to obtain information on welfare, veterans’ assistance, cooperatives, and income-generating projects. The team visited DEFWES facilities in Embakasi and held meetings with senior commanders However, the public focused their attention…
The Harambee Stars legend has challenged Benni McCarthy’s decision to drop Michael Olunga, arguing the captain remains vital to guiding Kenya’s young squad. Harambee Stars legend Dennis Oliech has strongly criticised the Harambee Stars’ technical staff for excluding star striker Michael Olunga from the squad set to play two friendly matches during the November FIFA…
The High Court has deferred the plea taking of Kithuka Musyimi, the prime suspect in the murder of a General Service Unit (GSU) officer attached to State House, after the prosecution revealed that his mental assessment report was not yet ready. When the matter came before Justice Diana Kavedza on Thursday, November 13, 2025, prosecutors…
Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) led by chairman Maurice Muhatia and Vice chairman Anthony Muheria of Nyeri Diocese during a press briefing in Nairobi on November 13, 2025. (Collins Oduor, Standard) The Church has issued a damning indictment on president William Ruto’s administration, calling it out for human rights violations, runaway corruption and collapsed…
Harambee Stars will begin their international friendlies campaign against Equatorial Guinea at the Emir Complex Stadium in Antalya, Turkey. Harambee Stars are set to embark on a crucial phase of their national team development as they face a formidable assignment against the Nzalang Nacional of Equatorial Guinea in an international friendly match. Scheduled for Friday,…
The government finally broke its silence after President Yoweri Museveni warned of a possible war between Kenya and Uganda over the Indian Ocean Museveni’s threats have raised questions among Kenyans about whether Uganda is capable of fighting the Kenyan army Speaking during a special interview with TUKO.co.ke, political analysts Mark Bichachi and Philip Mwangale discussed…
The Kenya Revenue Authority has announced a major digital shift in customs operations, stating that all bank guarantees for customs activities will be executed and managed exclusively through the Integrated Customs Management System from December 1, 2025. In a public notice issued by the Commissioner for Customs and Border Control, KRA said the move is…
On Friday, November 14, Kenyan newspapers highlighted the 2027 presidential election campaigns, which are beginning to take shape and include two rival camps. Daily newspapers reported how President William Ruto plans to control Trans-Nzoia governor George Natembeya and DAP-K leader Eugene Malwa. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Friday, November 14. Photo/screen: DN, Star, The…
A row erupted during a funeral in Luanda when a man demanded that reggae music be played in honor of his late son His request caused tension with church officials, but despite their opposition, the DJ played a reggae gospel song The incident caused mixed reactions on social media, with many supporting the father’s right…
President William Ruto with Kitui governor during the launch of Kwa Siku – Mbondoni road in Kitui county on November 13, 2025. (Philip Muasya, Standard) President William Ruto continued his charm offensive in Ukambani for the second day, with a number of Wiper leaders showing up to accompany him. At Kamuwongo Market in Mwingi North,…
South Sudan’s former vice president of the Economic Community, Benjamin Bol Mel, was placed under house arrest in Juba on November 12, hours after he was sacked by President Salva Kiir. Security forces reportedly raided his residence, blocked entrances, seized personal belongings, and replaced his guards with new guards. Bol was also stripped of his…