National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula recalled the 2024 Finance Bill protest as one of his most dangerous moments During the unrest, a protester took the Speaker’s seat while carrying a dangerous weapon, almost putting Wetang’ula’s life in danger Wetang’ula urged the communities in Western Kenya to unite, respect their leaders, and cooperate for the development…
More than 100 Kenyans remain trapped in Cambodia after fraudulent job offers lured them to the Southeast Asian nation under false pretenses. Nancy Akinyi, 29, one of the victims, told media outlets that the stranded Kenyans are being held under strict restrictions and subjected to constant intimidation and threats. “We are not free to leave….
Oketch Salah spoke about the important time he was close to Raila Odinga during the health scare that hit the former prime minister at his home He addressed rumors of disrespect for Raila’s family, vehemently denying false allegations about his motives Raila died on August 15, 2025, marking the end of an important era in…
A plea agreement has been reached with one of the accused in the murder case of former Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, with the individual agreeing to become a state witness and testify against the remaining suspects. The High Court sitting in Kibera was informed that Allan Omondi Ogola, who was Ong’ondo’s bodyguard at the…
Motorists in Nairobi can now enjoy a discount if they pay their seasonal parking fees by mid-February, the county government announced. In a notice issued on Thursday, January 22, City Hall officials said motorists who settle their seasonal parking fees by February 14 will receive a 5 percent discount. A seasonal parking fee is a…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has announced that the National Police Service (NPS) is taking decisive action to address recent cases of police misconduct and alleged human rights violations, which have reportedly increased in recent weeks. CS Murkomen stated that the government is committed to building a professional and accountable security sector that serves Kenyans…
Worldcoin, the US-based cryptocurrency project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has permanently deleted all biometric data previously collected from Kenyan citizens. The Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC), which regulates personal data in Kenya, confirmed that the data controller erased all information gathered from Kenyan users in September 2023. This action follows a…
President William Ruto welcomed Muhoho Kenyatta to the State House during the Gold Awards ceremony under the President’s Awards Program A total of 1,252 young people received the gold award after completing an intense personal development journey Ruto announced plans to double funding for the program in the 2026/27 budget to expand its scope TUKO.co.ke…
A woman who is alleged to be the daughter of a government official has created a buzz on the internet after she was recorded hitting a man during the arbitration following a minor car accident The victim threatened to take legal action through the police, with the woman claiming power and fame during the heated…
Thee Pluto was previously in a relationship with YouTuber Felicity Shiru, who once explained that they did not officially marry due to religious differences Pluto also surprised his followers online after sharing a video showing how his traditional wedding took place, despite fighting for visitation rights with his daughter Another new video has also emerged…
Member of Parliament for Suna East, Junet Mohammed, has explained about his conflict with the Secretary General of ODM, Edwin Sifuna Junet explained that the party’s decisions will remain despite the position received by the famous Nairobi senator The leader of the opposition in Parliament denied allegations that he failed to attend the meeting held…
John Korir of Kenya and his brother Wesley Korir after winning the 129th Boston Marathon Men’s division on April 21, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts. [AFP] Organisers have confirmed that eight of the top 10 finishers from the 2025 Boston Marathon – including winner John Korir and world champion Alphonce Simbu – will return…
Worldcoin has deleted personal data collected from Kenyans in 2023, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) has announced. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us. Unlimited access to all premium content Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience Mobile-optimized reading experience Weekly Newsletters MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted Follow The Standard…
Awendo Member of Parliament Walter Owino has urged the Court of Appeal to reconsider the nullification the National Government-Constituency Development Funds (NG-CDF), urging that the funds have helped to change the lives of many students, improve community projects and improve the schools’ infrastructures. Owino, who spoke during the handover…
Bishop John Njomo disappeared on January 19, an event that caused great fear and panic among his family and the residents of the area His wife, Jane Muthoni, recounted the events leading up to his disappearance, including the horrifying moment when their daughter discovered his clothes covered in blood Neighbors said cases of missing people…