President William Ruto attended the 100th anniversary celebrations of Kapsabet Boys High School and attracted many by wearing the school’s uniform He inspired the students by sharing his educational journey and encouraged them to embrace the opportunities that come after finishing school Former students celebrated the president’s visit, recalling the school’s long history since 1925,…
In the heart of Nairobi’s Westlands, a fashion revolution is taking shape, blending bold Ankara prints with sleek, contemporary silhouettes. What was once considered traditional attire is now finding its way into everyday workwear, social events, and global fashion conversations and trademarks, thanks to Victoria Ijeoma Nwogu, a businesswoman who has turned heritage fabrics into…
The political rivalry between Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua has escalated into personal attacks as the two leaders battle for influence in the Mt Kenya region. Premium Article Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week. Fact-first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access. 🔥 Flash Sale…
Audio By Vocalize French driver Adrien Fourmaux and his co-driver Alexandre Coria during the shakedown session of the WRC Safari Rally Kenya 2026 in Naivasha, Nakuru County. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]. 2026 WRC Safari Rally zoomed off to a flying start in Naivasha on Thursday and once again, it was that time when drivers have to…
The Konza Technopolis Development Authority (KoTDA) now distributes electricity within the Smart City using its own private power grid. This new capability allows Konza Technopolis to manage and deliver power throughout Phase One of the development. The move significantly boosts reliability and operational efficiency for investors, schools, businesses, and residents living in “Africa’s Silicon Savannah.”…
Girl group The Pussycat Dolls have announced they will reunite as a trio for a new single and world tour. Nicole Scherzinger, Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt have released a new track, Club Song, and will kick off a string of live shows in June. It comes six years after a planned previous reunion was…
The Ndichu twins bravely quit their banking jobs to start a successful payment system project in Kenya Chepkoech Too won a KSh 7 billion inheritance case after a long court case to be included as a beneficiary of his father’s estate A Kiambu woman faced problems just one month after starting her nail art business…
Heavy rains that recently pounded Nairobi have flooded homes, disrupted businesses, and tragically claimed lives. As residents count their losses, legal experts say the destruction has sparked an important question: can the county government be held responsible for flood damage? Lawyers say the answer largely depends on how courts interpret the cause of the flooding – whether it…
The much-awaited WRC Safari Rally 2026 began yesterday in Naivasha, full of challenges in the opening two stages of Camp Moran 1 and Mzabibu, with Swedish Oliver Solberg leading Toyota Gazoo, scooping the top 5 positions. Drivers cruised through the slippery and muddy Camp Moran 1 stage, which witnessed a lot of time wasting among…
Universities Fund acting chief executive Dr Edwin Wanyonyi The Universities Fund will release Sh4.2 billion to public universities across the country this week. In a statement on Thursday, March 12, Universities Fund acting CEO Edwin Wanyonyi confirmed that these funds form part of the 2025/2026 financial year allocation. According to Wanyonyi, the money will support…
Elders from the Kapkaon Clan visited Naiyanoi Ntutu, the widow of the late Member of Parliament Johana Ngeno, to console her and discuss the future of Emurua Dikirr They unanimously agreed to support Naiyanoi, and put him in a position to join the young parliamentarians The pressure follows the emotional appeal of Ngeno’s mother at…
Beaty Wanjiru Nyaga was a teacher at Ithiga ria Njuki Primary School located in Riagiceru, Kirinyaga County He went missing on Monday, March 9, and his body was found in the river three days later His father, Jeremiah Nyaga, said he received a call from Beaty’s girlfriend who informed him about what happened and disappeared…
Comedian Professor Aduol interestingly mimicked ODM leader Oburu Odinga’s speech and gestures while being interviewed on television His use of the phrase “we want power” quickly went viral among netizens, further demonstrating his unique sense of humor. Fans jokingly claimed online that Aduol looked more like Oburu than the politician himself, causing laughter on social…
A tragic accident at AIC Kapsabet School for the Deaf claimed one student’s life and left 10 others injured after they fell into a septic tank on the school grounds. The incident occurred Thursday morning as students scrambled to catch a sight of President William Ruto’s motorcade passing the school. As the children gathered on…
Ongoing construction works of Talanta City Sports Stadium in Nairobi. [File, Standard] A parliamentary committee has questioned the rationale for the transfer of construction works of Talanta City Sports Stadium from Sports Kenya to the Ministry of Defence (MoD), and the allocation of an additional Sh10.8 billion without approval. Also questioned was the adjustment of…