Hooligans raided the property of the Member of Parliament of Kabuchai, Kalasinha States and destroyed it Workers who were at the scene when the thugs attacked told how the sad incident happened on that fateful day The member of parliament broke his silence by using his social media to denounce those who participated in destroying…
A court in Kitale has handed a 10-year prison sentence to a man found guilty of vandalizing and stealing power infrastructure belonging to the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), a move authorities hailed as a major victory in the ongoing fight against energy infrastructure theft. Kitale Chief Magistrate Samuel Mokua convicted Joel Nyongesa after…
Tanzania’s police have issued a stern warning that foreign nationals have illegally entered the country with the alleged intention of inciting unrest, as tensions remain high following a disputed general election. In a statement released from Police Headquarters in Dodoma on Sunday, November 2, 2025, authorities said intelligence reports indicate that non-citizens had infiltrated Tanzania…
Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has confirmed that the Odinga family has officially opened its doors to friends and political allies of the late Raila Amolo Odinga who wish to visit and convey their condolences in Bondo, Siaya County. Speaking during the United Opposition media briefing at the SKM Command Centre in Nairobi on Monday,…
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu takes oath of office during her inauguration in Dodoma on November 3, 2025. [AFP] Several Kenyans living in Tanzania told The Standard that they have experienced increased monitoring, intimidation, and in some cases, detention without cause. A Kenyan researcher based in Arusha, who requested anonymity for fear of reprisal, recounted being…
Detectives from the Homicide Unit have released ten more bodies of Shakahola massacre victims, followers of controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie, for burial in the Western and Nyanza regions. Families gathered at the morgue to identify and view their loved ones, whose bodies had been confirmed through DNA testing. A Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) vehicle…
2025 The Golf Park Open winner, James Mwangi, November 2, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard] In a pulse-pounding finish that turned The Golf Park layout into a high-stakes drama this past Sunday, James Mwangi didn’t just win the fourth edition of The Golf Park Open, he seized it. Unlock the Full Story —…
The Nairobi City County Government (NCCG) has partnered with social enterprise Kidogo Early Years to launch a groundbreaking plan that will transform childcare across the capital. This initiative is a major step toward the formalization and improvement of ECD systems for thousands of young children and caregivers in Nairobi. At the heart of this initiative…
The sudden death of Raila Odinga deeply affected those who were close to him, while the governor of Siaya, James Orengo, reportedly fainted after hearing the news Orengo, whom Wafula Buke described as Raila’s “best friend”, was quickly given first aid in his state of grief. The intelligence officers informed President William Ruto, who reportedly…
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has reported that it added 90,020 new voters to the electoral register as part of the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise across the country. The commission said the numbers show progress in its efforts to help more Kenyans register as voters, update their details, or transfer to…
The administrator of Kang’o Ka Jaramogi has revealed the number of people who visit former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s grave every day On Monday, November 3, several women led by Charity Ngilu visited Raila’s family to offer their condolences and pay their last respects to the deceased ODM party leader. Ngilu paid emotional tributes to…
Lamine Yamal has shown a new house on Instagram that was owned by former Barcelona star Gerard Piqué Yamal recently signed a new contract until 2031 which made him one of the top 10 highest paid players in the world The 2025 Ballon d’Or runner-up is having a difficult season with a groin injury, but…
The Kenya Revenue Authority has invited the public and industry stakeholders to give their views on two key draft tax regulations that will shape how large corporations, especially multinationals, are taxed in Kenya. In a notice dated November 3, 2025, the tax agency introduced the Draft Income Tax (Advance Pricing Agreement) Regulations, 2025, and the…
A young candidate and his parents took to TikTok to celebrate his upcoming exams in style The young couple also carried their daughter and were very proud, which made the young man feel ashamed and happy at the same time. Many parents wished they could do the same for their children, who are also candidates,…
A police helicopter carrying victims of the Elgeyo Marakwet landslide almost crashed during takeoff The helicopter had earlier carried Home Affairs Minister Kipchumba Murkomen during his visit to the disaster area No injuries were reported, but the mechanical failure has raised safety concerns as rescue efforts continue There was panic in Elgeyo Marakwet after a…