Ruto mourns Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o as a fearless voice for justice and literary giant

Celebrated author, the late Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/NgugiwaThiongoAuthorPresident William Ruto has paid tribute to celebrated Kenyan author and scholar Prof Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, describing him as a fearless patriot whose voice shaped generations. In a statement released on Thursday, May 29, 2025, President Ruto said Ngũgĩ’s work made a lasting impact on Kenya’s struggle for…

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How Kakamega residents will benefit from the Sh683bn gold discovery

Ikolomani residents resist plans to vacate their ancestral lands, protest against Shanta Gold Company from carrying out gold exploration. [Benjamin Sakwa, Standard] The government has assured residents of the Isulu and Bushangala areas in Kakamega County that they will benefit significantly from the newly discovered gold deposits, valued at Sh683 billion. Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura…

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From courtroom to TikTok queen: Wakonyo Gicuhi swaps lawbooks for social media fame

Wakonyo Gicuhi-Igeria. PHOTO/https://web.facebook.com/photoWakonyo Gicuhi-Igeria, a veteran legal professional with over three decades in corporate finance and law, has taken an inspiring leap from the courtroom to social media fame. Her transition from a prestigious career to becoming a TikTok sensation reflects a broader shift in Kenya’s perception of retirement, not as an end, but as…

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Kenya holds talks with Dominican Republic to have Nairobi-Santo Domingo direct flights

Kenya holds talks with Dominican Republic to have direct flights between Nairobi and Santo Domingo. PHOTO/@MusaliaMudavadi/XThe Kenyan government is holding talks with the Dominican Republic to potentially have direct flights between Nairobi and  Santo Domingo to boost economic ties. In a statement on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Prime Cabinet Secretary and Minister of Foreign and…

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