Why William Ruto is under fire over Safaricom, KPC sale

Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) petroleum storage facilities in Nairobi on August 21, 2024. [Kanyiri Wahito, Standard] The government’s push seen in recent weeks to sell its stake in Safaricom and the Kenya Pipeline Company demonstrates Kenya Kwanza’s resolve to sell what is deemed as strategic national assets, despite the protests by many Kenyans.  In the…

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KRA announces return of Tax Amnesty

Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced the return of the tax amnesty and urged Kenyans who have not benefited from the program to seize the opportunity. According to the taxman, the program which runs from December 27, 2024, to June 30, 2025, will be applicable on interest and penalties for tax periods up to 31st December…

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Natembeya laughs off orders barring him from county headquarters

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya speaking in Kakamega Town on July 3, 2025. PHOTO/@Cleophasmalala/xTrans-Nzoia County Governor George Natembeya has attributed the recent court order barring him from accessing the county headquarters for 60 days to a broader scheme aimed at silencing his voice and limiting his political influence. Speaking during a morning podcast on Wednesday,…

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‘They didn’t dig deep enough’- American sprint legend weighs in on the missed stories of African sprinters

An American sprint legend has criticized a popular Netflix docuseries for underrepresenting African athletes and lacking narrative depth. Two-time Olympic silver medallist Justin Gatlin has added his voice to the growing criticism surrounding the Netflix docuseries Sprint, which has been accused of underrepresenting African athletes. The 42-year-old retired sprinter expressed his disappointment in a recent…

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HELB announces month-long penalty discount to woo defaulters

HELB CEO Geoffrey Monari during a session of the National Assembly’s Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education on Friday, May 30, 2025. PHOTO/https://www.facebook.com/ParliamentKE The Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) has announced a month-long discount on penalties to woo loan defaulters. In a poster published on MyGov on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, HELB informed loanees…

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Execution of Kenyan in Saudi Arabia postponed by one year

Stephen Munyakho has been in custody for 13 years. He faces manslaughter charges. [File] The execution of Stephen Munyakho, a Kenyan found guilty of manslaughter in Saudi Arabia, has been postponed by one year following negotiations between the Kenyan government, Saudi authorities, and the victim’s family. Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei confirmed…

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Harambee Stars goalkeeper Byrne Odhiambo hails Arnold Origi’s impact as Francis Kimanzi’s charges gear up for Mapinduzi Cup

Harambee Stars keeper Byrne Odhiambo has hailed the impact of Arnold Origi as new goalkeeping coach as Francis Kimanzi’s charges gear up for the 2025 Mapinduzi Cup. Harambee Stars goalkeeper Byrne Odhiambo has shed light on the transformative impact of goalkeeper coach Arnold Origi on the national team as they gear up for the Mapinduzi…

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Ruto aende, alafu? Raila defends Ruto amid public uproar

Raila Odinga speaking during a church service at St Francis ACK Church in Karen, near Nairobi, on August 14, 2022. [File, AFP] As public discontent with President William Ruto’s administration grows, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has defended the Head of State, dismissing calls for his ouster.  With their newfound alliance, Odinga criticised those pushing for…

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