The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has issued a public warning to Kenyans over the growing practice of folding banknotes into flower-like bouquets and using cash as decorative gifts, saying the trend damages currency and disrupts circulation. In a statement released on Monday, the regulator said it has noted an increase in the use of…
Low- and middle-income earners in Kenya are set to get significant tax relief as the government rolls out a plan aimed at easing pressure on salaried workers earning below Ksh50,000 per month. The National Treasury says the proposed measures will leave more money in workers’ pockets, boost consumer spending, and help cushion households against the…
Kenyans living abroad now have a clear path to bring their vehicles and personal belongings home without paying heavy import taxes, thanks to new guidelines from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). The KRA has outlined specific conditions that returning residents must meet to qualify for exemptions on imported goods, including motor vehicles, household effects, and…
A mobile digital learning classroom has been launched to expand access to computer science, coding and Artificial Intelligence (AI) education for students in underserved communities, strengthening youth readiness for the evolving digital economy. The Digi-AI Bus, unveiled at the Rugby Football of East Africa Ground (RFUEA) in Nairobi, is a joint initiative by Kings Rugby…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during the requiem mass in honour of Pope Francis at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. April 25, 2025. [File, Standard] Fresh details have emerged of how former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo is pushing for a meeting between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy…
John Lejirma celebrates after winning the Johnnie Walker Classic, the sixth leg of the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing at Royal Nairobi Golf Club on October 15, 2025. [Courtesy] Kenya will be represented by eight players in the 2026 Africa Amateur Championship golf tournament scheduled for the historic 18 holes par…
Nairobi Polo’s Raphael Nzomo (left) play against Lado Aliyu of Abuja Polo during the Chairman’s Cup 2025 tournament held at The Nairobi Polo Club on Sunday, February 9, 2025. [File, Standard] It was Raphael Nzomo of Tusker Malt and Mbu Ngugi of BMW who emerged as men of the match as their respective…
Para athlete Pius Wafula (right) crosses the finish line in the T12 200m race during the Kenya National Paralympics Committee national trials in Eldoret on January 20, 2024. [File, Standard] Raw talented emerged at the 2026 Para athletics national trials held over the weekend at the Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Stadium, in Siaya County. …
LeonLevitt Otieno (left) of Kariobangi Sharks FC and Derrick Khaemba of Sofapaka FC during their FKF Premier League match at Dandora Stadium in Nairobi on May 10, 2025. [File, Standard] The fight to stay in the SportPesa Premier League has taken a dramatic turn as the relegation battle begins to gather heat, with…
Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka during the requiem mass in honour of Pope Francis at Holy Family Minor Basilica, Nairobi. April 25, 2025. [File, Standard] Fresh details have emerged of how former Nigerian president Olusegun Obasanjo is pushing for a meeting between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy…
English Championship club Charlton Athletic have confirmed why they signed Kenyan defender Collins Sichenje who has sealed a January transfer move. English Championship club Charlton Athletic have completed the signing of Harambee Stars defender Collins Sichenje. Sichenje emerged as a major target for the club during the January transfer window and he sealed the deal…
Oburu Oginga confirmed that ODM is targeting the national interest, denying the competition for the seat of the Deputy President Oburu said that ODM will negotiate fairly without demanding the Deputy President’s seat in the coalition talks with UDA According to allegations, the Orange party is said to have swallowed DP Kithure Kindiki’s seat in…
For years many, society of international is interested and development of China, and there is changes important in direction of discussion—from to ask “China it is successful how?” until “China how did it to maintain development his?” This has shown changes of thoughts from results of development until the process of administration that you achieve…
Oburu Oginga confirmed that ODM is targeting the national interest, denying the competition for the seat of the Deputy President Oburu said that ODM will negotiate fairly without demanding the Deputy President’s seat in the coalition talks with UDA According to allegations, the Orange party is said to have swallowed DP Kithure Kindiki’s seat in…
Kenyan alpine skier Sabrina Simader is set to her second Winter Olympics at the Milano Cortina 2026 Games after rescinding her retirement decision. Kenyan alpine skier Sabrina Simader is set to make a dramatic return to the slopes, reversing her recent retirement to compete at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. The Austria-based athlete, who…