Despite what many people may think, substance use disorder [1] – or addiction – is a brain disease. This highly complex and misunderstood illness affects millions of people globally, and has the potential to ruin the lives of many more, particularly the loved ones of the addicted person. In order to overcome substance addiction, you…
President William Ruto met with architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, bankers, manufacturers, industrialists and Jua Kali representatives at State House ahead of Mashujaa Day whose theme will be housing. [PCS] Mt Kenya region is increasingly growing restive as the backlash against leaders perceived to have spearheaded the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua continues…
Audio By Vocalize Sports journalists during 2026 ADAK Anti-Doping Media workshop in Mombasa on February 27, 2026. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Anti-doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) acting Director of Standards & Compliance Dr Martin Yauma has challenged the media to help the fight against doping through accurate reporting on the matter. Although the subject is scientifically…
BBC 19th March, 2025 01:47 PM A prison cell. Image used for illustration purposes. PHOTO/Pexels A former engineer at a Chinese research institute has been sentenced to death for selling classified material to foreign spy agencies, Chinese authorities said. After he resigned from the institute, the researcher, identified by his surname Liu, came…
Tanzanian musician Harmonize says that he loves hips in women and maybe only death will separate him from that Among the women that Harmonize has partnered with are actresses Jacqueline Wolper and Frida Kajala – and they're all definitely hip. The 33-year-old Harmonize recently revealed that she found her ex with messages from other men…
Crazy Kennar details unexpected way King Kaka ended up directing his movie Crazy Kennar and King Kaka during the premiere of his movie. PHOTO/@crazy_kennar/X Comedian and skit maker Crazy Kennar, born Kennedy Odhiambo, has revealed the shock he experienced upon discovering that the producer of his latest film, My Name is Omosh, had enlisted renowned rapper…
Kenya Sevens team Shujaa are in a tough group in the Perth Leg and Sasha Mutai explains their key to success. Kenya Rugby Union chairman Sasha Mutai is confident Shujaa will give a good account of themselves in the Perth Sevens set for Australia this weekend. Mutai is banking on the residential camp in Nakuru where…
Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary (PS) Korir Sing’oei announced on Thursday, October 24, the postponement of Stephen Munyakho’s execution, a Kenyan man imprisoned in Saudi Arabia. Korir revealed that Saudi authorities have lifted the execution order for one year. “I am pleased to inform you that after strenuous negotiations involving our Mission in Riyadh, Saudi authorities,…
Africa’s tech ecosystem is evolving, and Founders Connect and African Impact Initiative—supported by Bamboo—are hosting a high-impact event in Nairobi to fuel this transformation. This one-day is designed to help attendees unlock capital, foster partnerships, and accelerate innovation in East Africa, bringing together 300+ founders, investors, and tech leaders to drive the future of African…
On Monday, May 26, national newspapers reported in detail about the proposed law that would enable the government to inspect the online activities of Kenyans easily. The main news in today’s newspapers. Photo: The Standard/Nation Today.Source: Facebook The newspaper also reported on the ongoing political war between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Rigathi Gachagua. 1….
Chaos erupted when MCA of Sylvester Madialo failed to hand over the microphone to Nakuru County officials, which sparked controversy Following the controversy and increased tensions, the family accelerated the funeral, and jumped into the formal program parts Mourners and officials wanted to be responsible for the killing of Otieno, with some insisting that justice…
Popular gospel singer, Betty Bayo, died while undergoing treatment at Kenyatta Hospital After his death, tension arose over who will take care of his two children, Sky Victor and Danivictor, who were given to him by Pastor Victor Kanyari Pastor Kanyari has been clear about his plan to take care of his children and revealed…
Gabon’s key players, led by Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, will be crucial as they take on Harambee Stars in a highly anticipated World Cup qualifier. Harambee Stars are gearing up for their crucial World Cup qualifier against Gabon on Sunday at the Nyayo National Stadium. Both teams will field their best players with the hope of securing…
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel fell ill at a nightclub in Kingston on Monday night, October 21 Sources close to the World Boss reported that Kartel is doing well after the horrific incident Videos of the incident show the famous artist being helped outside the club and cheered on by customers He is said to be…
The seventh edition of the Kip Keino Classic, set to be held on the 24th of this month at Nyayo Stadium, received a shot in the arm after Absa Bank announced a Ksh 35 million sponsorship towards the one-day event. As part of its broader commitment to athletics in 2026, Absa has committed KSh 60…