Drought is the leading contributor to livestock deaths in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASALs) in Kenya. According to a recent National Drought Management Authority report (NDMA), drought conditions continued to worsen across most ASAL counties, driven by persistent hot and dry weather throughout January 2026. Mandera, Wajir, Kwale, and Kilifi were classified in the Alarm phase, while…
President William Ruto Tuesday afternoon handed over keys to 180 new home owners at Milimani Boma Yangu Estate Phase 1 in Kakamega County, marking a significant step towards dignified and accessible housing for Kenyans. The project, spearheaded by the State Department for Housing and Urban Development, has 220 housing units and is part of the…
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has charged a Chinese national and a Kenyan man for dealing in live wildlife species, namely 3,361 live ants and garden ants. Zhang Kequn, aged 37 years old and Charles Mwangi, 35 years old, were on Tuesday charged at Jomo Kenyatta International Law Court with dealing in live wildlife…
Luo Professionals WhatsApp group officials accused of withholding funeral funds in Mombasa. [File Courtesy] Several top officials of a WhatsApp group have been sued for irregularly withholding part of the group’s funeral funds meant for bereaved members. Premium Article Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week. Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With…
An eight-year-old boy from Kipsitet area, Kericho County on Monday drowned in a local stream as he attempted to cross to the other side. Allan Kiprono Ruto is said to have drowned at the same point where recently three people travelling on a motorbike perished when they fell…
The father, who has been absent from his daughter’s life since birth, began to search for her after having disturbing dreams about her Her mother informed her about their daughter’s death in an unusual way, and it caused mixed feelings The story sparked a heated debate online, with some supporting the mother’s decision and others…
Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire last week publicly criticised President William Ruto. [File, Standard] At a presidential campaign rally in Kabarnet in 2013, Coalition for Restoration of Democracy (CORD) flagbearer Raila Odinga was faced with a hostile crowd. The entire gathering in the stadium yelled at him as some shouted unprintable expletives at him. I was…
A young man shared a sad moment when he realized that his father no longer wanted him to visit their home She received a text early in the morning from her father, leaving her heartbroken and struggling to deal with the situation The young man explained that the rejection did not start recently, and he…
President William Ruto alongside first lady Rachel [File, Standard] State House says it has not sought any additional funding outside the original budget for the 2025-26 financial year. State House Comptroller, Katoo Ole Metito, appeared before the National Assembly Committee on National Administration and Internal Security, chaired by Narok West MP, Gabriel Tongoyo, where he…
President William Ruto has dismissed opposition claims that he is plotting to take over a Nairobi hospital, insisting that his involvement was based on the request of doctors He accused the “unprecedented opposition” of using the crisis for political purposes, while defending his role as the patron of the Kenya Hospital Association. Ruto vowed to…
The Kenya Meteorological Department predicted heavy rains in six areas from March 17 to 23 KMD said sunny and dry conditions are expected in the northeastern and northwestern counties while rain is expected The department said specific counties under rain warnings include several around the Rift Valley and coastal areas Nairobi – Some Kenyans have…
Tears flowed down Shuku Napinda’s cheeks as he painfully recounted how his wife, Aisha Osman Fujo, passed away. He couldn’t hold back his emotions as he narrated how his pregnant wife died in his arms while he was rushing her to the hospital for first aid Netizens shared in his grief, writing emotional messages to…
On Monday, March 16, the DCI asked for the public’s help to arrest a murder suspect in Kirinyaga County According to the DCI statement, the suspect is linked to the death of a 28-year-old woman on March 12, 2026. The DCI gave more information about the wanted murder suspect and how Kenyans can report his…
A CCTV video showed a woman sneaking into a university toilet and leaving her baby, who she had previously hidden in a bag, The incident sparked anger and confusion among Kenyans online with some wondering why she was throwing the baby away after carrying her for nine months On the other hand, some people were…
Audio By Vocalize Ruto defends Nairobi Hospital takeover, cites fraud and mismanagement. [File, Standard] President William Ruto has defended the takeover of the 70-year-old Nairobi Hospital, saying the facility is being exploited by fraudsters and requires urgent intervention to prevent collapse. Speaking in Mt. Elgon on Tuesday, the Head of State said senior doctors and…