On Tuesday, February 3, a woman was found brutally murdered at the Brooke Business Center hotel in Kericho county Witnesses said that the woman had entered the hotel with three men shortly before she was found dead The woman’s body is at the Kericho County Referral Hospital for post-mortem as police continue investigations Kericho –…
The CEO tendered his resignation on the afternoon of Tuesday, January 3.
The ongoing severe drought in most parts of Tana River County has affected the livelihoods of hundreds of residents, especially livestock keepers. The region, where animals are a measure of wealth, has experienced acute crop and fodder failure following prolonged periods of dry spells for two consecutive seasons, leaving agriculture- and livestock-dependent households destitute. Water…
Ruth Odinga criticized the slow implementation of Raila Odinga’s ten-point agenda by the Kenya First administration He opposes the administration’s promise to pay compensation to the victims of anti-government protests and electoral rights Odinga urges politicians to focus on fulfilling the ten-point agenda amid allegations of misinformation Nairobi – Kisumu women’s representative Ruth Odinga has…
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro at his offices at the KICC, Nairobi on January 6, 2026. He is among the biggest beneficiaries of KPLC dividends. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] Thousands of retail investors in Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) led by Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro, are set for a windfall after the utility posted…
Magdaline Wangeci, a 49-year-old Kenyan woman living in the UK, was caught on CCTV trying to set fire to her neighbour’s house The video showed him lighting and throwing lit matches towards the front door of Jennifer Young’s home, in what prosecutors described as a “revenge attack”. The details show that Wangeci’s action was the…
Residents of Kaptalamwa in Lelan ward, Marakwet West sub-county, have been urged not to undertake any foreign activity within 30 metres from the highest water mark of the Kaptalamwa A and B wetlands, which drain their waters to Lake Victoria and Turkana, respectively. The Elgeyo Marakwet County, NEMA Director Stephen Kimuttu said vegetation within the…
Yvonne Munaw adds the finishing touches to a money bouquet for her client at her Nakuru gift shop on Valentine’s Day. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard] Neatly folded notes shaped into petals and tied with ribbons, money bouquets had become a popular way for Kenyans to gift cash with flair. From birthdays and graduations to weddings and…
Residents of the Kiamuguongo area, Ndia constituency, Kirinyaga County, are set to enjoy improved access to clean and reliable water following the near completion of the Kiamuguongo water project. The development initiative, funded by the national government and implemented in close collaboration with the county government, is expected to be completed and officially handed over…
A family mourned the sudden death of their relative, a chief officer of Baringo county, a few hours after giving birth The child of the deceased survived but died a few days later while receiving treatment at a different hospital in Nakuru county As the bereaved family sought support ahead of funeral arrangements, the community…
Kenya is edging closer to designating a new marine Ramsar site along the South Coast. The Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) is leading efforts to have the Msambweni–Vanga seascape recognised as a wetland of international importance under the Ramsar Convention. The proposed designation, covering about 700 square kilometres from Msambweni to Vanga in Kwale…
Njoro Girls’ High School has been closed indefinitely following protests over the death of a form four student Brenda Akinyi’s family raised concerns about the delay in treatment when she was reportedly sick at school Parents and residents protested outside the school, leading to the deployment of the police Classes at Njoro Girls’ High School…
Vihiga County Government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring residents access a constant supply of clean and safe water. To mark this year’s World Wetlands Day, Governor Dr. Wilber Khasilwa Ottichilo commissioned the Ebukholi Community Water Project in North East Bunyore Ward, Emuhaya Sub County. Vihiga Governor Dr. Wilber Khasilwa Ottichilo commissions the Ebukholi Community…
Child James witnessed the brutal murder of his father, Michael, who was stabbed by unknown assailants while taking him to school A year after his adoption, Baby James is now living a healthier and happier life, enjoying comforts and opportunities that many would only wish for His new father took him on vacation abroad, where…
The National Registration Bureau has embarked on a 10 day Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) aimed at issuing national Identification Cards to 60,000 new applicants in Elgeyo Marakwet county. The Principal Secretary (PS), Immigration and Citizen Services, Dr. Belio Kipsang, said the county was one of the 15 counties…