Wamuthende’s fate now lies with the court

Audio By Vocalize When Mbeere North MP-elect Leonard Wamuthende cast his vote at Siakago Social Hall Polling Centre in Embu County. [File, Standard] The election court sitting at the Embu High Court and presided by Justice Richard Mwongo is set to deliver its ruling on the Mbeere North by-election petition on March 26, 2026, following…

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Senator Godfrey Osotsi is left in awe after the plane carrying him made an emergency landing in Wilson

Thirty-nine passengers and crew escaped unhurt after a Safarilink flight crashed at Wilson Airport on March 20 Senator Vihiga Osotsi praised the pilot’s skill in averting the disaster but condemned the airport’s poor emergency response He warned that Wilson’s poor infrastructure and security standards pose serious risks if not addressed quickly The Vihiga senator has…

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Ruto Western tour lights up homes and small businesses

President William Ruto on Friday concluded his five-day development tour of Western Kenya, during which he launched and inspected several key projects. A major highlight of the tour was the launch of the Last Mile Electricity Connectivity Projects by the Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation (REREC). The President reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to expanding…

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Nairobi: Flight With 39 Passengers From Kisumu Makes Emergency Landing at Wilson Airport

Thirty-nine people escaped unhurt after a Safarilink flight skidded off the runway at Wilson Airport on Friday evening, March 20 Safarilink confirmed the incident, noting that the aircraft was operated under charter by ALS Limited, with all 34 passengers and 5 crew members evacuated safely. Investigations are ongoing, with Safarilink and the Kenya Airports Authority…

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Like 1996, does Kenya risk losing Afcon hosting rights?

Harambee Stars fans cheer their team against Zambia Chipolopolo during their 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) Tournament match at Kasarani Stadium on August 17, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Were we even ready in the first place? Premium Article Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week. Uncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for…

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Sh650 billion project: Questions raised over Ruto’s Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba SGR expansion plan

President William Ruto breaks ground for the landmark construction of Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba SGR at the Narok Teachers Training College Grounds. [PCS] The Kenya Kwanza government came to power with heavy criticism of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project, an undertaking that President William Ruto and his allies claimed was contributing to Kenya’s economic challenges…

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