Kenya Airways suspends flights to Dubai and Sharjah after UAE closes its airspace on Saturday, February 28 The airline canceled four passenger flights and cargo services, citing the safety of passengers and crew The disruption follows Israel’s attack on Iran, which led to the closure of regional airspace and Iranian missile attacks on Abu Dhabi…
Tension gripped Mumias West after six gunmen stormed the Musanda Police Station at night, killed one officer, injured others and fled with two loaded G3 rifles The attackers were reported to have pretended to be robbery victims seeking help before opening fire inside the station in the Mukhuwa area, arresting the officers while they were…
Kenya’s banking industry is controlled by a few “silent” billionaires who own millions of shares, reaping huge dividends Among them is the managing director of the Cooperative Bank, Gideon Muriuki, who continues to increase his stake in the lender Baloobhai Patel also stands as one of the most successful investors in Kenya, who has been…
Citizen TV anchor Trevor Ombija had hinted at plans to run for the Nyakach parliamentary seat in 2027, and many are waiting to see how that will turn out. Although he has not yet given up his journalism career, through his foundation, he has been able to make an impact at the grassroots level His…
A video recently surfaced online showing Ida Odinga confronting someone who was secretly recording her In the video, Ida, who was talking to Calvince Okoth aka Gaucho, was not impressed by the actions of the photographer Many social media users supported her, agreeing that it was an invasion of privacy, even for celebrities A video…
New explosions rock Tehran after Israel confirms it has launched a pre-launch missile strike against Iran One attack struck near offices associated with Iran’s Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, although it was not known if he was present Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz declared a state of national emergency, closed the airspace and ordered schools and…
Janet Okello (C) of Kenya Lionesses fights for ball posession with Namabiro Lydia (Left) and Namukatwa Fazira of Uganda during the 27th edition of the 2025 Safari Sevens Tournament at Nyayo National Stadium on October 11, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] The warning signs are no longer subtle. They are loud, frustrating, and increasingly difficult to ignore….
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret. [File, Standard] For more than a year, patients who walked into Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret believed they were paying their medical bills directly into the government’s accounts. They trusted the system, handed over their money, and left with official receipts. Fact‑first reporting that…
The Ministry of Public Service launches its new strategic plan that prioritizes ethical and citizen-oriented public service Public Service Minister Geoffrey Ruku accused civil servants of lack of commitment to governance principles Kenyans on social media expressed different opinions about the ministry’s proposal to review the terms and conditions of service of more than one…
STEMTastic Adventures! Africa 2025 Symposium has officially kicked off at the Centre for Mathematics, Science and Technology Education in Africa (CEMASTEA) in Karen, Nairobi, with a clarion call for African states to harness the transformative power of STEM education. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba, who presided over the opening ceremony alongside Principal Secretary (PS) for…
Truphena Muthoni was recognized by Guinness World Records for completing the exercise of hugging a tree for 72 hours, gaining praise among Kenyans President William Ruto also offered him the position of ambassador for the 15 billion tree planting campaign, but he claimed he did not understand his explanation TUKO.co.ke featured comments from Kenyans who…
President William Ruto attacked former Public Service Minister Justin Muturi after the UDA won the by-election in Evurore Ward UDA candidate Duncan Muratia got 7,853 votes against Albert Kigoro of the Democratic Party and an independent candidate, giving Muturi a symbolic victory Ruto questioned Muturi’s political ability, saying the defeat in his own polling station…
On Saturday, February 28, Kenyan newspapers covered the results after the UDA’s landslide victory in the national by-elections, even as Union Opposition leaders stepped up campaigning across the country, seeking support for their coalition. Top stories in Kenyan newspapers on Saturday, February 28. Screenshot: Saturday Nation, The Saturday Standard, Weekend Star and Taifa Leo.Source: UGC…
President William Ruto says he is impressed with the ongoing construction of the Bomas International Convention Complex in Nairobi. Ruto said the flagship project to be completed by May this year will help position and cement Nairobi as Africa’s premier hub for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE). “Pleased with the steady construction progress at…
State House Comptroller Katoo ole Metito before the National Assembly Committee on Administration and Internal Security on February 24, 2026. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] State House Comptroller Katoo ole Metito startled Parliament this week when he revealed that the President’s seat spends a mind-boggling Sh123 million on food and drinks during public holidays. Bold…