Why 2022 election could be the defining moment for women leadership

Politics

The country’s male-dominated political scene could be headed for a major shakeup if the efforts being put by women to clinch seats ahead of the polls despite the perennial claims of threats and intimidation is anything to go by. Although none has declared i...
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By Harold Odhiambo | 28 minutes ago

Why 2022 election could be the defining moment for women leadership

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Two schools closed as police arrest a teacher over arson attack

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Mombasa main streets like Haile Selassie Avenue, Moi Avenue and Karisa Maitha road in Kisauni are dotted with street coffee joints.

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Sh12m digital healthcare programme launched in Homa Bay

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Police net bhang worth over Sh6 million in Nyandarua

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Amref donates supplies to boost maternity care

By Bakari Ang'ela | 1 day ago

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By Yvonne Chepkwony | 1 day ago

Uhuru to open historic park on Jamhuri Day

By Jacinta Mutura | 1 day ago

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Laikipia takes deliberate steps in quest to ensure healthcare for all

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Man killed while trying to separate fighting brothers

By Winfrey Owino | 1 day ago

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BUSINESS

Kenya leads peers in water supply and sanitation inequalities

BUSINESS

Kenya has since the year 2000s been notorious for water subsidies that mostly benefit the wealthy..

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Insurance claims rise five-fold during Covid-19

BUSINESS

The meeting was attended by over 200 chief executives of co-operatives..

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BUSINESS

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BUSINESS

By Dominic Omondi | 11 hours ago

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BUSINESS

By Patrick Beja | 11 hours ago

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By Boniface Okendo | 1 day ago

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OPINION

President failed to highlight state failures in education sector

By Wilson Sossion | 16 hours ago

President failed to highlight state failures in education sector

Mwingi deaths could have been avoided

By Editorial | 18 hours ago

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Our lives are a mixed farm with the choice to let wheat or weeds thrive

By Edward Buri | 1 day ago

Our lives are a mixed farm with the choice to let wheat or weeds thrive

Healthy soil is the backbone to food safety

By Rosemary Nzuki | 1 day ago

Healthy soil is the backbone to food safety

CARTOONS

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COLUMNISTS

By Macharia Munene | 17 hours ago

There is nothing unusual with military officers doing civilian jobs

By Andrew Kipkemboi | 17 hours ago

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By Clay Muganda | 1 day ago

Kenyans distrust government because politicians never keep their promises

Kenyan cricket - and football too - need new thinking and not just veterans or fresh blood

By Clay Muganda | 1 day ago

POLITICS

Disappointment as Ruto fails to attend funds drive

Kemosi said the DP had a tight schedule and would not be available until March 2022.

By Stanley Ongwae | 31 minutes ago

By Stanley Ongwae | 31 minutes ago

POLITICS

Governor Mutua launches presidential bid, pledges to reduce taxes

The governor promised to ensure better living standards for all Kenyans.

By Jacinta Mutura | 57 minutes ago

POLITICS

Raila to clear doubts about his bid this Friday

By Grace Ng'ang'a | 4 hours ago

POLITICS

Nyeri governor hints at joining Ruto's UDA camp

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POLITICS

Mutua pledges low taxes and 1.5m new jobs

In the ‘Chap Chap’ manifesto under the slogan “Widening the base approach”, Dr Mutua said his government would reduce income tax.

By Nzau Musau | 11 hours ago

By Nzau Musau | 11 hours ago

Fathers, mothers confront painful memories after losing their young ones in Enziu river bus tragedy

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Fathers, mothers confront painful memories after losing their young ones in Enziu river bus tragedy

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Raila keeps many guessing on whether he will vie or endorse someone else to succeed President Uhuru

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Death toll from the Enziu river bus tragedy rises after more bodies were retrieved

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SPORTS

Handball: Nairobi Water Queens retain the regional trophy

By Mike Kihaki | 3 minutes ago

Handball: Nairobi Water Queens retain the regional trophy

Chelsea can sort things out 'straight away': Tuchel

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Chelsea can sort things out 'straight away': Tuchel

Brazil among countries expected for Mombasa Open International bouts

By Ernest Ndunda | 1 hour ago

Brazil among countries expected for Mombasa Open International bouts

Muturi delivers surprise victory in Nakuru meet

By Mose Sammy | 2 hours ago

Muturi delivers surprise victory in Nakuru meet

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THE STANDARD INSIDER

Children with extra small head not a curse, witchcraft

Children with extra small head not a curse, witchcraft

By Mactilda Mbenywe | 3 hours ago

Ken Lusaka: How I worked with Michuki to kill Mungiki and my big reward

Ken Lusaka: How I worked with Michuki to kill Mungiki and my big reward

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Why 2022 election could be the defining moment for women leadership

Why 2022 election could be the defining moment for women leadership

Why 2022 election could be the defining moment for women leadership

For the first time since the inception of devolution, more than 23 women have entered the races to lead some of the 47 counties.

By Harold Odhiambo | 28 minutes ago

Mwingi bus crash survivors recount ordeal as search continues

Mwingi bus crash survivors recount ordeal as search continues

By Philip Muasya | 3 hours ago

Raila to clear doubts about his bid this Friday

Raila to clear doubts about his bid this Friday

By Grace Ng'ang'a | 4 hours ago

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Mwingi tragedy bus retrieval

Mwingi tragedy bus retrieval

05 ^th December 2021

Persons Living with Disabilities registration at Kasarani

Persons Living with Disabilities registration at Kasarani

03 ^rd December 2021

How farmers 'use busaa to contain foot and mouth disease'

How farmers 'use busaa to contain foot and mouth disease'

03 ^rd December 2021

Who kicks the highest?

Who kicks the highest?

02 ^nd December 2021

Mukuru kwa Reuben residents turned into IDPs

Mukuru kwa Reuben residents turned into IDPs

02 ^nd December 2021

Uhuru Kenyatta's State of the Nation Address

Uhuru Kenyatta's State of the Nation Address

01 ^st December 2021

Frustrating morning for motorists on Mombasa Road

Frustrating morning for motorists on Mombasa Road

01 ^st December 2021

KDF recruitment paces

KDF recruitment paces

25 ^th November 2021

Four-hour siege at Equity bank, Kisumu

Four-hour siege at Equity bank, Kisumu

24 ^th November 2021

Tabaka: How soapstone carvings are made

Tabaka: How soapstone carvings are made

24 ^th November 2021

Kisii GK Prison wardens got talent!

Kisii GK Prison wardens got talent!

26 ^th October 2021

Senator Gideon Moi’s Kericho tour

Senator Gideon Moi’s Kericho tour

23 ^rd October 2021

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WORLD

Sudan's Burhan says military will exit politics after 2023 elections

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Sudan's Burhan says military will exit politics after 2023 elections

Omicron Variant May Have Picked Up A Piece Of Common-Cold Virus

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Omicron Variant May Have Picked Up A Piece Of Common-Cold Virus

CNN fires anchor Chris Cuomo over role in brother's sex scandal

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CNN fires anchor Chris Cuomo over role in brother's sex scandal

Nigeria plans booster shots after first cases of Omicron variant

By Reuters | 2 days ago

Nigeria plans booster shots after first cases of Omicron variant

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FACT CHECK

Why old couples divorce after decades of marriage

Why old couples divorce after decades of marriage

Former National Assembly Speaker Francis ole Kaparo has the rare distinction of ending a marriage older than some of his soon-to-be bachelors.

By Brian Guserwa | 2 days ago

How South African scientists spotted the Omicron Covid variant

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Governor Ann Kananu: A timeline

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Ann Kananu: The security toughie who became Nairobi governor

By Jael Mboga | 20 days ago

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HEALTH & SCIENCE

Children with extra small head not a curse, witchcraft

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mactilda Mbenywe | 3 hours ago

Some diseases come with safaris, holidays, festivities

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mercy Kahenda and Esther Dianah | 3 hours ago

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HEALTH & SCIENCE

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Children in remote areas to access doctors remotely

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mactilda Mbenywe | 11 hours ago

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ENTERTAINMENT

Singer Vivian celebrates late brother’s birthday in moving post

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Salim Amin: In the shadow of my father Mo Amin

By Peter Muiruri | 22 hours ago

Salim Amin: In the shadow of my father Mo Amin

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THE NAIROBIAN

Will Nairobi's posh estates turn into the new Eastlands?

Will Nairobi's posh estates turn into the new Eastlands?

By Harold Ayodo | 43 minutes ago

Will Chebukati, Koome wriggle out of murky political waters?

Will Chebukati, Koome wriggle out of murky political waters?

By Eric Nyakagwa | 3 hours ago

Do we live in the same country as our leaders?

Do we live in the same country as our leaders?

By Cosmas Butunyi | 19 hours ago

Real men don't leak nudes, private chats

Real men don't leak nudes, private chats

BLOGS

By Awuor Omino | 22 hours ago

I spent three days in the mortuary

I spent three days in the mortuary

TURNING POINT

By Jael Musumba | 1 day ago

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FARM KENYA

Concern as lethal dog disease attacks farms

Concern as lethal dog disease attacks farms

By Gardy Chacha | 1 hour ago

Why painting animals is serious welfare issue

By Dr Othieno Joseph | 22 hours ago

Why laws that touch on livestock matter

By Dr Othieno Joseph | 3 days ago

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EVE WOMAN

How to safely include children in the kitchen

By Lolita Bunde | 3 hours ago

How to safely include children in the kitchen

Makeup: How to create a simple signature look

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Six ways you can cut down on alcohol this festive season

By Esther Muchene | 4 hours ago

Six ways you can cut down on alcohol this festive season

Five common makeup mistakes you should stop doing this year

By Esther Muchene | 4 hours ago

Five common makeup mistakes you should stop doing this year

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