What we know about the South C building collapse

Rescue efforts ongoing at a collapsed building in Nairobi’s South C estate along Muhoho avenue. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] At least two people who are trapped inside the 16-storey building under construction that collapsed in Nairobi’s South C estate early this morning are feared dead. Families of two people trapped and identified as guards who were…

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Kasmuel McOure Arusha Arrows to Edwin Sifuna, Says the Secretary General of ODM is a person who does not understand himself

ODM secretary general Edwin Sifuna has come under new pressure after activist Kasmuel McOure launched a public attack Kasmuel described Sifuna as ineffective and divisive, claiming he has moved from his position of governance to public appearances which risks weakening ODM The activist further accused Sifuna of undermining the unity of the party, taking conflicting…

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Danstan Omari Asare Seeks Senatorship in Nairobi, New Year’s Resolutions: “There Will Be Many Prisoners”

Nairobi senatorial candidate Danstan Omari has announced his withdrawal from the 2027 race, describing the decision as a New Year’s resolution after assessing the political reality The prominent lawyer said consultations and primary opinions convinced him that withdrawal would be safer Omari indicated that his next goal will be in court, providing legal protection to…

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Kenyan newspapers: Ruto plans to create a new police unit to spy on Kenyans online

On Friday, January 2, 2026, Kenyan newspapers on January 2, 2026, highlighted President William Ruto’s proposal to create a new police unit. Daily newspapers also highlighted the president’s strategy to overcome the strongholds of the former vice president Rigathi Gachagua and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Friday, January 2. Photos/screenshots:…

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King of the Course kicks off golf season

Machakos Golf Club’s golfer Julius Kioko, the winner of the King of the course, during the grand finale at Nyali Golf and Country Club course in Mombasa, on October 25, 2025. [Maarufu Mohamed, Standard] After a brief festival holiday break, the King of the Course returns to kick the 2026 golfing calendar with…

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