Why the rush to be Governor, Senator


Members of the Kikuyu Council of Elders follow proceedings at a forum to educate them on the new political dispensation under the new Constitution in Nakuru at the weekend. [PHOTO: BONIFACE THUKU/STANDARD]

The allure and prestige of being a Member of Parliament is slowly waning as the 2012 election fever sets in, after the new Constitution opened a new doorway to power, influence and privilege. Read More

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It is back to school craze as State gives Sh9 billion

The back-to-school craze has returned with parents digging deep into their savings to send their children to school. ... Read More

Culture of silence an injustice to assaulted minors

About 10 per cent of paedophile cases are reported to the authorities even as it emerged that prosecuting such cases is ... Read More

Gearing up to break the fast

Muslims countrywide are expected to end their 30-day fast this weekend, wrapping up the holy month of Ramadhan, and ushe... Read More

Family in agony after man stabs two brothers to death

It was a black Sunday for Lucy Wambui Wairuri after her lastborn son stabbed his two brothers to death. ... Read More

Kibaki to attend Kagame's inauguration

President Kibaki is in Rwanda for a two-day official visit to attend the inauguration of President Paul Kagame. ... Read More

A Family's agony: "Life altered in an instant"


Police Bill: The Police Force transformation


Peace: 88 yr. old on a mission


Today's Magazine

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It is a Saturday afternoon. Mike is busy in Ernest's house making a few changes here and there. He places his own two recent photos beside the bed. He has replaced Ernest's Greatwall television with a coloured LG belonging to Silas.

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