President William Ruto has firmly declared that no one will succeed in driving a wedge between him and the people of the Mt Kenya region, vowing to protect and strengthen the political partnership that powered his rise to the presidency. Speaking on Sunday during a church service at ACK St Paul’s Church Kariki in Othaya,…
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The Noc-K elections has been dragged out following disputes and wrangles. Kenya’s National Assembly Departmental Committee on Sports has directed the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOC-K) to hold elections within 14 days. The committee urged petitioners to withdraw ongoing court cases that have twice stalled the electoral process. The latest postponement came on June…
During a three-minute presentation at the High-Level Segment of COP 16 for the Convention on Biological Diversity in Cali, Colombia, the Kenyan Delegation, led by Principal Secretary for Environment and Climate Change Festus Ng’eno, expressed Kenya’s support for the Kunming-Montreal Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF). Kenya, after conducting a rapid baseline data assessment of its national targets,…
Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Deborah Barasa On October 1, 2024, Kenya embarked on a transformative journey towards universal health coverage with the rollout of the Social Health Authority (SHA). This significant milestone in our healthcare system aims to ensure that all Kenyans have access to quality and affordable medical services. While some may have questions…
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro during a past committee meeting. PHOTO/@NAssemblyKE/XKiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has called for the confirmation and employment of the striking Universal Health Coverage (UHC) staff, noting that there are enough funds for their packages. In a statement on Friday, May 23, 2025, Nyoro, who sits on the Budget and Appropriations Committee at…
President William Ruto and ODM Leader Raila Odinga during the signing of Peace and Partnership Agreement at KICC, Nairobi on March 7, 2025 [Boniface Okendo, Standard] The last time President William Ruto and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga were on the same coalition, they mounted a formidable challenge to the late former President Mwai Kibaki’s…
An aerial view of Nairobi Central Police Station. [File, Standard] The mystery surrounding the death of social media influencer and teacher Albert Ojwang’ in police custody took a dramatic twist on Friday after the officer in charge of Central Police Station, Chief Inspector Samson Talam, was arrested in Eldoret and transported to Nairobi, marking the…
Jakob Ingebrigtsen has opened up about his turbulent upbringing, balancing a brilliant career with personal challenges and family conflict. Norwegian middle-distance track king Jakob Ingebrigtsen has achieved extraordinary heights in athletics, capturing the imagination of fans worldwide with his relentless pace and audacious approach to racing. From breaking world records to dominating the Olympic stage,…
Changamwe MP Omar Mwinyi has launched a Sh6.5 million Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programme to equip youths with employable and self-reliant technical skills. Mwinyi affirmed that TVET is the pathway that will enable the youth to harness opportunities at the ports and along the coastlines. The legislator noted that embracing TVET is key…
Harambee Stars defender Brian Mandela will be part of a Stellenbosch team that will play in the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final for the first time in the club’s history. Harambee Stars defender Brian Mandela has an opportunity to play in the CAF Confederation Cup semi-final after his club Stellenbosch FC reached the last four for…
Kenya is taking a step forward in technical and vocational training by adopting a modular approach for its TVET programs. Announced at Kisiwa Technical Training Institute by Dr. Esther Muoria, Principal Secretary for the State Department of TVET, this shift aims to better prepare graduates with practical skills that meet both local and international market…
Adili Group has launched East Africa’s new Cyber Training Arena, a groundbreaking facility dedicated to advancing cybersecurity training and digital resilience across Africa. In a statement, Adili Group Chairman Chris Diaz said the firm has partnered with cybersecurity experts to provide over 130 specialized training programs. “This cutting-edge arena provides organizations withimmersive, real-world simulations of…
Manufacturers in Kenya are warning that a recent increase in the standards levy could lead to widespread job cuts and increase the cost of everyday goods and services. In a collective statement released on Wednesday, March 11, industry leaders explained that the new financial requirements under the Standards Levy Order of 2025 place a heavy…
KSh’s 1 million Thanksgiving program Njoroge Kururia previously benefited the content producer of Sarah and Comedian Desagu during a difficult period Philip Kimani rejected the offer despite the great support from fans, saying that the only recognition was enough Dr. Sarah K also rejected the gift a few hours later, urging the money to be…