Gen Z anniversary protests - pictures

A spot check by The Standard on Thursday, June 25, showed little to no activity in various towns even as Nairobi youth managed to stage protests.

By Ronald Kipruto 2 days ago

Duale: Kenya screens 140,000 travellers for Ebola, records no case

Kenya screens over 140,000 travellers arriving from Ebola-affected regions, with all testing negative and no confirmed cases reported in the country, Health CS Duale says.

By Ronald Kipruto 2 days ago

President Ruto assents to Finance Bill, 2026

President William Ruto has assented to the Finance Bill, 2026, setting in motion the next phase of the government’s fiscal and revenue-raising policies in the 2026/27 Financial Year.

By Ronald Kipruto 4 days ago

KCCB condemns All Saints attack, warns against rising 'goonism'

KCCB has condemned the recent attack and disruption of a meeting at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi.

By Ronald Kipruto 4 days ago

'I deported her myself': Muhoozi claims role in Karua's detention

“Do not blame my great father for this decision. I deported her myself. She's no longer allowed in our country,” posted Muhoozi.

By Ronald Kipruto 4 days ago

President Ruto challenges Africa to stop going to foreign courts

President William Ruto has called settlement of African commercial disputes on the African soil, challenging the Africa continent to settle its own disputes.

By Ronald Kipruto 8 days ago

Ruto warns Kenyans on planned June 25 demos

President Ruto warns against chaos and destruction of property ahead of planned June 25 anniversary protests, asks Kenyans to uphold order and productivity.

By Ronald Kipruto 8 days ago

Report shows global energy transition slows as Kenya leads Africa gains

A new report has revealed that the global energy transition is becoming more fragmented as geopolitical risks rise.

By Ronald Kipruto 9 days ago

Ruto calls for equal partnerships with wealthy nations, says era of aid is over

President William Ruto has declared that Africa will no longer engage with wealthy countries on terms of dependency, calling instead for partnerships built on sovereign equality and mutual benefit.

By Ronald Kipruto 9 days ago

Malala wants Kakamega governor arrested over alleged gang links

Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) DP Leader Cleophas Malala has called for the arrest of Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa over alleged ties to criminal gangs.

By Ronald Kipruto 10 days ago

'Not historic'- rights defenders push back on Kenya's Sh2bn reparations

Human rights defenders have accused the government of shielding police officers behind a Sh2bn compensation plan that pays victims without naming their killers.

By Ronald Kipruto 10 days ago

Kenya marks Albinism Awareness Day as advocates push for more support

Kenya on Saturday joined the world in marking International Albinism Awareness Day during the 80th anniversary celebrations of Thika School for the Visually Impaired.

By Ronald Kipruto 14 days ago

Anti-Counterfeit Authority denies targeting businesswoman Shiquo Hii Style in alleged raid

The ACA has denied allegations that it raided popular business of entrepreneur Shiquo Hii Style, but warned of a nationwide intelligence-led crackdown on counterfeit goods.

By Ronald Kipruto 15 days ago

Live Blog: Budget 2026-27 in pictures

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi is set to unveil a Sh4.8 trillion budget at Parliament buildings on Thursday, June 11.

By Ronald Kipruto 16 days ago

Budget 2026-27: How Sports and Tourism fared

Treasury proposes Sh45.6 billion for sports, culture and tourism sector; Sh25.2b allocated to sports and Sh14.3b to the tourism fund, to promote Kenya and stimulate jobs.

By Ronald Kipruto 16 days ago

Kenya, Finland deepen ties with three new cooperation deals

Kenya and Finland have signed three memoranda of understanding on education, digitalisation and environmental cooperation during President William Ruto's state visit to Helsinki.

By Ronald Kipruto 17 days ago

KMPDU condemns assault of healthcare workers at Gertrude's Children's Hospital

KMPDU has condemned the alleged assault of healthcare workers at Gertrude's Children's Hospital in Muthaiga, Nairobi. 

By Ronald Kipruto 18 days ago

Government seeks new safety measures to curb school unrest

Less than 200 of Kenya's 3,200 boarding schools are affected, govt tasks Education Ministry with proposing measures to improve service and safety.

By Ronald Kipruto 18 days ago

Gachagua: Reject 2026-27 budget, it will strain households and businesses

The Democracy for the Citizen Party (DCP) now wants Kenyans to reject this year’s budget estimates.

By Ronald Kipruto 22 days ago

Lawyer warns Kenya breeding lawlessness over ignored court orders

Advocate Evans Ogada has warned that Kenya is "breeding a culture of lawlessness" by repeatedly defying court orders.

By Ronald Kipruto 23 days ago

No early midterm break, says Bitok amid schools' unrest

Basic Education PS Bitok rules out early school closure amid wave of unrest, says learning remains uninterrupted and nationwide safety audit ongoing.

By Ronald Kipruto 23 days ago

AU Commission condemns Mogadishu clashes as Somalia faces twin crises

AUC has condemned armed clashes in Mogadishu between opposition forces and state security troops, as the violence threatened to derail Somalia's response Ebola.

By Ronald Kipruto 23 days ago

Health CS Aden Duale to brief Parliament on sector concerns

Health CS Duale to appear before Parliament on Wednesday to give update on health sector, and respond to questions from MPs

By Ronald Kipruto 24 days ago

No cause for alarm: Suspected Ebola case in Kiambu cleared

Suspected Ebola-like case at AAR Hospital in Kiambu tests negative, Health PS Mary Muthoni confirms, urges public not to share unverified reports that could cause panic.

By Ronald Kipruto 24 days ago

US sanctions M23, FDLR commanders over alleged atrocities in DRC

US sanctions two armed groups leaders including M23 intelligence chief John Nzenze and FDLR commander Gustave Kubwayo over alleged human rights abuses, sexual violence in eastern DRC.

By Ronald Kipruto 24 days ago

US defends Laikipia Ebola facility, says project poses no public health risk

US says working with Kenyan government to address objections to Ebola quarantine center amid court order halting construction, but will continue supporting preparedness efforts.

By Ronald Kipruto 24 days ago

Observers okay June 1 Ethiopia elections

The African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) have Okayed the June 1 elections held in Ethiopia.

By Ronald Kipruto 24 days ago

Ruto heads to South Africa for State visit next week

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to host President William Ruto for a state visit from June 3 to June 5, talks to focus on strengthening economic ties.

By Ronald Kipruto 28 days ago

IPOA begins probe into deaths, shootings linked to fuel protests

IPOA launches investigations into deaths of Brian Ndung'u and Martin Rigii in Kiambu during recent fuel protests, and fatal shooting of an unidentified person in Nakuru.

By Ronald Kipruto 28 days ago

Ruto assents to three Bills to boost disaster response, forest protection

President Ruto assents to three National Assembly bills, including Disaster Management Bill; laws to improve disaster response and protect Kenya’s forest cover.

By Ronald Kipruto 29 days ago

Orwoba hits out at govt for holding prayer breakfast amid Utumishi Girls tragedy

Former nominated senator Gloria Orwoba has criticised the government for proceeding with the National Prayer Breakfast yesterday, while a deadly fire claimed the lives of students

By Ronald Kipruto 29 days ago

Koome urges review of school safety standards after tragic Utumishi Girls fire

“I call on all relevant duty bearers to undertake a comprehensive review of school safety standards, emergency preparedness systems, infrastructure, and risk management measures to protect learners.”

By Ronald Kipruto 29 days ago

Canada suspends visas for three countries over Ebola outbreak

Canada has suspended immigration documents for residents of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Uganda and South Sudan for 90 days, as Ebola outbreak spreads across Africa.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, suspends flights to Kinshasa

Uganda confirms three new Ebola cases, bringing total to five, Health Services Director-General Charles Olaro says surveillance heightened.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

TSC picks Sharon Kisire as its vice chairperson

Teachers Service Commission appoints Sharon Kisire as its new vice chairperson effective May 21, she succeeds Leila Abdi whose term has expired.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Kenya grapples with rising femicide as Central leads in cases

At least 27 gender-based violence cases are under investigation, police say, vow to intensify efforts against rising femicide cases across the country.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

US sanctions Tanzania police official, bars him over rights violations

US sanctions Tanzania police boss Faustine Mafwele over alleged human rights abuses linked to torture of activists Boniface Mwangi and Agather Atuhaire in May 2025, bars him from entering US.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Stolen police rifle recovered in Kitale, imposter arrested

Police in Kitale have recovered a stolen police firearm that was snatched from an officer in Sibanga by an imposter posing as a newly posted officer from Eldoret.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

'With all due respect, there's no deal': Kaunda breaks silence on bribery claims

The man who publicly contradicted two Cabinet Secretaries during the matatu strike talks says he was not part of the decision to suspend the industrial action.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago

Jubilee leaders pile pressure on Ruto over fuel strike chaos

Jubilee Party leaders have turned the two-day fuel strike into political battering ram against Kenya Kwanza government, accusing Ruto's administration of poor leadership.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 month ago