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Police seize bhang worth Sh12m in Migori raid

The 423kgs of bhang were stashed in 14 sacks and stored in a godown at Taraqwiti village, Migori County.

Police seize bhang worth Sh12m in Migori raid

Editors condemn withdrawal of adverts from Standard Group

Editors condemn withdrawal of adverts from Standard Group

CS Muturi: 'If I'm fired for speaking against abductions, so be it'

CS Muturi: 'If I'm fired for speaking against abductions, so be it'

Police probing a hit-and-run fatal accident by presidential convoy

Police probing a hit-and-run fatal accident by presidential convoy

Sifuna among political leaders denied entry into Angola

Sifuna confirmed to The Standard that he was among those barred from entering Angola.

Sifuna among political leaders denied entry into Angola

Kalonzo dismisses viral State House video as fake

A fact-check has verified that the video in question was recorded during the unveiling of the NADCO report in 2024.

Kalonzo dismisses viral State House video as fake

Muturi's Democratic Party issues 30-day notice to exit Kenya Kwanza

The decision aligns with Clause 8 of the coalition agreement on termination of membership.

Muturi's Democratic Party issues 30-day notice to exit Kenya Kwanza

Jubilee criticises Ruto-Raila pact, claims exclusion from talks

Jubilee is now accusing President Ruto of failing to uphold multi-party democracy.

Jubilee criticises Ruto-Raila pact, claims exclusion from talks

Ruto promises to buy machine that can make 1 million chapatis a day

Sakaja stated that the program provides meals to over 300,000 children in public schools across Nairobi.

Ruto promises to buy machine that can make 1 million chapatis a day

Drunk officer kills colleague, injures another in Gigiri shooting

Police also recovered one spent cartridge at the scene.

Drunk officer kills colleague, injures another in Gigiri shooting

Missing Wajir MCA found after 6 months

The MCA was reported missing on September 13, 2024

Missing Wajir MCA found after 6 months

Motoring: The true cost of ignoring your fuel light

Apart from lubricating the fuel pump, petrol/diesel also plays a crucial role in cooling off the pump.

Motoring: The true cost of ignoring your fuel light

Gachagua claims threats delaying launch of his political party

Gachagua revealed that the national chairperson of his soon-to-be-launched party would hail from Kajiado County.

Gachagua claims threats delaying launch of his political party

NCIC condemns Transmara and Kisii clashes, calls for peace

NCIC has deployed a team to the affected areas to facilitate peace talks.

NCIC condemns Transmara and Kisii clashes, calls for peace

Jesus Winner Ministry under fire over Ruto's Sh20m donation

The letter claims that Ruto's donation constitutes suspected proceeds of crime or unexplained assets.

Jesus Winner Ministry under fire over Ruto's Sh20m donation

NPS condemns police harassment of journalists in Majengo

At least 4 journalists reported being assaulted by GSU officers.

NPS condemns police harassment of journalists in Majengo

Men dominate applications for IEBC Chairperson position

The panel received a total of 1,848 applications by the close of the submission deadline on February 15, 2025.

Men dominate applications for IEBC Chairperson position

Nairobi MCAs storm Sakaja's office over denied bursaries

The MCAs decried delayed allowances and cash to facilitate operations at the County Assembly

Nairobi MCAs storm Sakaja's office over denied bursaries

NCIC warns Gachagua against incitement

Gachagua claimed that President Ruto is plotting to kick out CJ Koome from office.

NCIC warns Gachagua against incitement

Activist Sadam Buke not abducted, he is in our custody- Police

Police denied abduction claims regarding Buke, instead confirming that he is in their custody.

Activist Sadam Buke not abducted, he is in our custody- Police

Veteran broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela is dead

Veteran broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela, 85, dies after a short illness, family confirms; he was renowned for his signature program ‘Je, huu ni Ungwana?’

Veteran broadcaster Leonard Mambo Mbotela is dead

Remembering Leonard Mambo Mbotela

Mbotela has been praised for shaping conversations, instilling values and consistency,

Remembering Leonard Mambo Mbotela

What happens after USAID closure in Kenya? Experts weigh in

Local economic experts now warn that the abrupt decision will severely impact the global aid sector.

What happens after USAID closure in Kenya? Experts weigh in

Uhuru: Lack of political goodwill to blame for DRC crisis

Uhure stressed that we need African solutions to an African problem.

Uhuru: Lack of political goodwill to blame for DRC crisis

Global leaders mourn Aga Khan IV

The Aga Khan Development Network is expected to announce details about his successor.

Global leaders mourn Aga Khan IV

US orders immediate departure of citizens from Kinshasa

U.S. Embassy in Kinshasa issues a travel advisory, urges its citizens in the DRC to leave immediately, and suspends all visa interviews.

US orders immediate departure of citizens from Kinshasa

Engage fake visa agents at your own peril, Ministry warns

Prospective travelers have been urged to apply for visas only through official government websites.

Engage fake visa agents at your own peril, Ministry warns

KQ passenger incident sparks investigation

During the exchange, the passenger threw 3 used sanitary pads at KQ staff.

KQ passenger incident sparks investigation

Don't be influenced, Koome tells IEBC selection panel

Koome reaffirmed the judiciary’s commitment to upholding the rule of law.

Don't be influenced, Koome tells IEBC selection panel

Nightclubs: Nairobi's new money laundering hubs?

Bottle service remains one of the most lucrative and discreet methods for money laundering.

Nightclubs: Nairobi's new money laundering hubs?

'The buck stops with you,' CS Muturi to Ruto over abductions

Public Service CS Justin Muturi wants a commission of inquiry formed to probe cases

'The buck stops with you,' CS Muturi to Ruto over abductions

DRC crisis: Tshisekedi snubs meeting as EAC Heads of State call for ceasefire

President Ruto is expected to consult with the chairperson of SADC on the urgency of the meeting.

DRC crisis: Tshisekedi snubs meeting as EAC Heads of State call for ceasefire

Abductions: How body of Justus Mutumwa was discovered

Justus Mutumwa, one of the missing Mlolongo men, found dead; family lawyer Dan Maanzo confirms body was discovered in Ruai and moved to City Mortuary, Nairobi.

Abductions: How body of Justus Mutumwa was discovered

'Why are you crying?' Uhuru tells African leaders over US funding

Various African leaders have expressed disappointment over the US withdrawing from WHO.

'Why are you crying?' Uhuru tells African leaders over US funding

Kenya embassy in Kinshasa attacked as government demands action

Kenya has condemned the attack terming it a serious breach of international law.

Kenya embassy in Kinshasa attacked as government demands action

Ruto calls for cessation of hostilities in Eastern DRC

Ruto announced that EAC Heads of State will convene to resolve conflict.

Ruto calls for cessation of hostilities in Eastern DRC

Ruto pushes for a heads of state committee to oversee AU institutional reforms

The meeting is expected to provide a roadmap for the acceleration of radical changes at the institution.

Ruto pushes for a heads of state committee to oversee AU institutional reforms

LSK lashes out at IG Kanja for being an 'accessory' of the executive

LSK called on security agencies not to be used to intimidate government critics.

LSK lashes out at IG Kanja for being an 'accessory' of the executive

Motoring: Water vs coolant- which is better for your car?

Compared to coolant, water doesn't contain additives that are meant to prevent wear and tear

Motoring: Water vs coolant- which is better for your car?

Suspect arrested in Huruma with dismembered body parts

Police say several body parts, including the left hand, waist, hip area, and upper thigh, were missing.

Suspect arrested in Huruma with dismembered body parts

AU reacts to US withdrawal from WHO

AUC warns that the US exiting WHO could impact African health programs and the Africa CDC.

AU reacts to US withdrawal from WHO

African Union Commission condemns killings in South Sudan

There has been a dusk-to-dawn curfew in South Sudan following the turmoil.

African Union Commission condemns killings in South Sudan

New CSs Mutahi Kagwe, William Kabogo and Lee Kinyanjui sworn in

The swearing-in ceremony was presided over by President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi.

By 2 months ago

New CSs Mutahi Kagwe, William Kabogo and Lee Kinyanjui sworn in

Is Nairobi becoming a haven for abductions?

The escalating abductions risk undermining Kenya’s image as East Africa’s largest economy.

By 2 months ago

Is Nairobi becoming a haven for abductions?

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