Residents of Siaya County arrested and beat two men they found trying to dump a body along the Busia-Kisumu Highway The suspects, identified as Joseph Omondi and Calisto Oyugi, sustained injuries during the attack and were rushed to hospital Police officers also seized a white Toyota Vitz, which is believed to have been used in…
The Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) has stepped up efforts to equip young learners with future-ready skills through a STEM boot camp programme designed to foster innovation, enhance technical literacy, and strengthen problem-solving among students nationwide. The institution, a leading advocate for STEM education, emphasises that technical literacy is essential…
The Gachagua family denied President William Ruto’s claim of forging a will regarding Nderitu Gachagua’s assets A family spokesman claimed the reason for the charges came during a period fraught with political controversy They revealed details of the will and how the former governor distributed his wealth among his family members Pain: The family of…
Australia has become the second team to arrive in Kenya ahead of next week’s FIFA World Cup The squad, which is led by Chelsea and Arsenal stars Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord, will begin their campaign against Malawi All matches will be played at the Nyayo National Stadium, with Harambee Starlets facing India in their…
The Gachagua family spokesman, Kibaara Gachagua, during an interview with The Standard over their late brother’s will on April 7, 2026. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] The push and pull between the family of the late former Nyeri governor Nderitu Gachagua and his brother former Deputy President Rigathi has roped in the larger family who read politics…
The Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has requested the High Court to impose the death penalty on four men recently convicted for their roles in the violent robberies surrounding the 2015 killing of former Kabete MP George Muchai. Following the March 13, 2026, convictions of Erick Munyera Isabwa, Raphael Kimani Gachie, Mustafa Kimani Anyoni, Stephen…
Nairobi, Kenya: Kenyans have come out in droves to support the beloved former policeman turned maize seller, Dennis Munyao, aka Afande Denno. Source: TikTok Denno lost his job from the National Police Service (NPS) due to his anti-government activities and involvement in protest of Gen Z that shook the country, demanded accountability and good governance,…
The National Museums of Kenya has announced new admission fees for museums, monuments, and heritage sites across the country, meaning visitors will soon pay higher entry charges. The institution revealed the revised rates on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, through a notice published in the latest issue of the MyGov government publication. According to the notice, the changes…
Teachers who abet cheating and doping risk losing their jobs and other sanctions as the government cracks down on perennial vices in secondary school sports competitions. Basic Education PS Julius Bitok said the Ministry will recommend harsh penalties to the Teachers Service Commission, which is the public employer of many of the teachers whose actions…
The newspaper on Wednesday, April 8, reported on various topics, including the oil import scandal that has hit the headlines recently. The front pages of The Star and Daily Nation newspapers. Image: Screenshots from The Star and Daily Nation.Daily NationSource: UGC 1. Daily Nation Energy Minister Opiyo Wandayi has again tried to clarify things about…
Following the official groundbreaking of the Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extension, Kenya Railways has invited applications to fill several key senior managerial positions. The recruitment drive forms part of the government’s plan to strengthen operations and expand rail transport services across the country as the railway network continues to grow. In a notice published…
Detectives have arrested a suspected cyber fraudster in Igembe North Sub-County following credible intelligence linking the suspect to suspicious digital activities within the region. The suspect, identified as Morris Kithinji Tirimiti, was apprehended on Tuesday evening following a coordinated operation by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Kenya Police Service (KPS)…
A Mombasa resident, Morris Kioko, has raised a significant alarm after discovering his personal identity was already registered in the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) database, despite him never having applied to vote. The 27-year-old from Kiembeni found that his National ID number was linked to a voter profile in Garissa County, specifically within…
EPRA boss Daniel Kiptoo, KPC MD Joe Sang and Energy PS Liban Mohamed who who were arrested over the alleged importation of substandard fuel. [File, Standard] It has become a familiar ritual: The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) stage late-night arrests, parade suspects before cameras…
The Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts persistent rainfall across various regions of the country over the next seven days, cautioning residents to prepare for a mix of scattered showers, thunderstorms, and brief sunny intervals. In the official outlook covering April 7 to 13, acting director Edward Muriuki noted that these weather patterns will primarily impact the…