DCP Leader Rigathi Gachagua leading his motorcade along Mombasa road after his arrival into the country on August 21, 2025. [Photos Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) party leader and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has broken his silence over the chaotic events surrounding his return to Kenya on Thursday. Gachagua, who had…
President William Ruto during the inauguration of Katiba Day at KICC, Nairobi. [WilliamSamoeiRuto/X] President William Ruto has admitted that corruption is still a big challenge in some key government institutions, including the Executive, 15 years since the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution. Ruto made the remarks during Katiba Day, which was set aside to reflect…
Mandera Senator Ali Roba. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Mandera Senator Ali Roba has warned that county leaders may mobilise residents to defend themselves if Jubaland forces are not removed from Mandera town. In a statement on Wednesday, September 3, Roba said foreign troops have occupied parts of the town, forcing schools to close, disrupting businesses and…
President William Ruto’s aide, Farouk Kibet, said the opposition is losing because it is stuck in divisive politics instead of offering alternative ideas for the country. Speaking at PAG Tuiyogaa Church in Turbo Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, Farouk stressed that Kenyans care more about unity and development than political sideshows. He cautioned leaders against rhetoric…
President William Ruto has expressed confidence that his transformation agenda will soon begin to bear fruit, saying his administration is fully focused on reforms that will uplift Kenyans across all regions. While addressing a fund-drive for 10 Islamic institutions in Mandera County, the President said he would not be distracted by criticism and remained focused…
President William Ruto (fourth right) and leaders from development finance institutions and commercial banks after signing a cooperation agreement to support the Africa Green Industrialisation Initiative (AGII) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on September 8, 2025. [Courtesy] President William Ruto presided over the signing of a landmark cooperation agreement to support the Africa Green…
Gachagua addresses a gathering in Mlolongo, Machakos County on Saturday, September 20 Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has launched a blistering attack on President William Ruto, accusing him of lies, corruption, and orchestrating the abduction and killing of Gen Z protesters. Speaking during a church service in Mutituni, Machakos County, Gachagua claimed that Ruto’s leadership…
Suna East MP Junet Mohamed has pledged the Somali community’s support for President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 general election. Junet said some leaders feel uneasy about the President’s close ties with the Somali community, but he urged Ruto to ignore such criticism. He praised the Somali community for its strength and significant contribution…
Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe poses during the medal ceremony following the 51st edition of the Berlin Marathon in Berlin, Germany win on September 21, 2025. [ AFP] President William Ruto on Sunday, September 21, congratulated Sebastian Sawe and Rosemary Wanjiru after the two athletes delivered a Kenyan double at the BMW Berlin Marathon. Sawe, 29, ran…
Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud shakes hands with France’s President Emmanuel Macron during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on September 22, 2025. [AFP] With Gaza lying in ruins as Israel continues to launch a major ground offensive, attention is now drawn to the ongoing 80th United Nations General…
Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon of Kenya celebrate after winning gold and silver medals, respectively, during the Women’s 5000m at the World Athletics Championships 2025 at the National Stadium in Tokyo, Japan, on September 20, 2025.[AFP] Kenya has finished second on the medal table at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. This cements its…
President William Ruto is in the United States of America for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 80th session in New York, where he has a series of high-level side events and meetings besides the core summit. He is visiting with the objective of not only advancing Kenya’s diplomatic agenda abroad but also opening new…
Charlene Ruto has officially dropped the criminal case against Webster Ochora Elijah, the author of a controversial book about her. The President’s daughter withdrew the case on Monday after both parties struck a reconciliation deal that placed tough conditions on the writer, whom she had accused of impersonating her. Milimani Magistrate Robinson Ondieki received the agreement…
Raila Odinga has once again defended the Orange Democratic Movement’s (ODM) decision to partner with President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA), describing it as a necessary compromise for the good of Kenyans. Speaking in Machakos on Monday, September 22, during an ODM Parliamentary Group meeting, Raila said the pact signed in March 2025 had…
Ferry services at the Likoni crossing channel in Mombasa are set for upgrade to enhance operational efficiency, improve safety, security and passenger satisfaction. The significant upgrades, renovating existing terminals and new maritime constructions for ferry crossings, seeks to enhance connectivity, streamline logistics and boost tourism in the port city of Mombasa. Residents and investors have…