Churches hit hard as state hikes permits fee

Vihiga clergy prays for Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi during a past thanksgiving prayer service held at Kidundu stadium in Vihiga county. [File, Standard] Professionals seeking to work in Kenya under churches and religious groups will now pay up to Sh1 million for their work permit. This is an increase from the previous Sh400,000 fee…

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How broken league is derailing Kenya Lionesses’ future

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….

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Kisii Medical Intern’s Colleagues Speak Out After Tragic Death with US Girlfriend

Vincent Bosire Nyambunde, the medical intern whose body was found holding hands with his girlfriend, was known for his quiet and reserved nature, according to his colleagues at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital (KTRH). His workmates described him as a self-driven individual who diligently carried out his responsibilities during his internship. “He wasn’t talkative. He…

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Kalonzo: I’m the best bet to defeat Ruto in 2027

Kalonzo speaking in Kilifi County on Sunday, February 9, 2025. PHOTO/https://web.facebook.com/PoliticianLeaderKenyaWiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka has backed himself as the best-suited candidate to send President William Ruto home in the 2027 polls. The former VP, while commenting on how the opposition will come to a consensus of one candidate, expressed optimism they will successfully cross that…

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