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There is no evidence President Uhuru Kenyatta initiated the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI) referendum push, his lawyers have told the Supreme Court. Lawye...
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By Kamau Muthoni | 4 hours ago

President Uhuru Kenyatta denies initiating Building Bridges drive

BBI Appeal: Lawyers criticise lower courts judgements

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BBI Appeal: Lawyers criticise lower courts judgements

By Betty Njeru | 1 hour ago

'Curse' that is dispossessing widows in Kisii

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'Curse' that is dispossessing widows in Kisii

By Erick Abuga | 2 hours ago

Capital FM DJ dies after collapsing in office

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By Stephanie Wangari | 3 hours ago

Woman with rare cancer cannot chew, yawn

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By Jacinta Mutura | 4 hours ago

Okite, diver who has retrieved bodies for 26 years has seen it all

Nyanza

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Money, romance woes linked to Kitui prosecutor’s suspected suicide

By Philip Muasya | 48 minutes ago

Money, romance woes linked to Kitui prosecutor’s suspected suicide

Vihiga Queens chase team of the year award

By Standard Sports | 53 minutes ago

Vihiga Queens chase team of the year award

Police in Kwale on alert, probe Al-Shabaab terror cells

By Tobias Chanji and Steven Mwalili | 1 hour ago

Police in Kwale on alert, probe Al-Shabaab terror cells

Olekina: Mudavadi’s announcement will have no impact on 2022 polls

By Mireri Junior | 1 hour ago

Olekina: Mudavadi’s announcement will have no impact on 2022 polls

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NATIONAL

Man charged with killing wife over suspicion of affair released on bond

Man charged with killing wife over suspicion of affair released on bond

By Collins Kweyu | 2 hours ago

How coalition of confusion was birthed 30 years ago

How coalition of confusion was birthed 30 years ago

By Amos Kareithi | 3 hours ago

Do not sanitise illegal BBI Bill process, parties plead with court

Do not sanitise illegal BBI Bill process, parties plead with court

By Paul Ogemba and Kamau Muthoni | 11 hours ago

Lawyers push Supreme Court to stop BBI 'reggae'

Lawyers push Supreme Court to stop BBI 'reggae'

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By Kamau Muthoni and Paul Ogemba | 12 hours ago

Jimi Wanjigi freed without facing fraud charges

Jimi Wanjigi freed without facing fraud charges

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Money, romance woes linked to Kitui prosecutor’s suspected suicide

Neighbours who interacted with the judicial officer said he had recently seemed troubled.

By Philip Muasya | 48 minutes ago

Money, romance woes linked to Kitui prosecutor’s suspected suicide

By Philip Muasya | 48 minutes ago

Police in Kwale on alert, probe Al-Shabaab terror cells

By Tobias Chanji and Steven Mwalili | 1 hour ago

Pain of families with missing kin as more bodies located in Yala

By Harold Odhiambo | 4 hours ago

Reprieve for 321 ‘forgotten’ workers who served three years with no pay

By Brian Kisanji | 6 hours ago

Menace no more: Youth at Dunga Beach turn to hyacinth for a living

By Olivia Odhiambo | 6 hours ago

Looming power struggle to control UDA in Embu

By Muriithi Mugo | 7 hours ago

Nowhere to go for truckers as customs hitch leads to chaos

By Benard Lusigi | 8 hours ago

Fear still stalks village months after armed raid left deep scars

By James Munyeki | 8 hours ago

Double loss for women as floods wash away joy, pride, livelihood

By Lynet Otieno | 8 hours ago

Rains rekindle flooding fears for Budalang'i locals

By Robert Amalemba | 13 hours ago

Forgotten Meru Mau Mau hero due for posthumous award

By Phares Mutembei | 13 hours ago

Wanga urges State to buy ferries, ease trade on lake

By James Omoro | 13 hours ago

Trader denies Sh4.9 million tax evasion charge

By Nderitu Gichure | 13 hours ago

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BUSINESS

‘Silicon Savannah’ targets loan apps abusing user data

SCI & TECH

Kenya’s borrowers, mostly low-income, have complained of harassment when they delay payments by only a day..

By Thompson Reuters Foundation | 12 hours ago

Sh1b cruise ship terminal lies idle as Covid-19 hurts tourist arrivals

SHIPPING & LOGISTICS

Tourism players at the coast are now calling on the government to do more to attract cruise lines at the Port of Mombasa..

By Philip Mwakio | 13 hours ago

UK backs grand plan to modernise Nairobi city railway station

BUSINESS

By Macharia Kamau | 13 hours ago

Islanders’ pain as two ferries remain suspended over safety

SHIPPING & LOGISTICS

By James Omoro | 13 hours ago

Tourism earnings up 65pc as State targets Sh172.9b

MONEY & MARKET

By Graham Kajilwa | 13 hours ago

Banks post Sh162b profit in 10 months on higher lending

NEWS

By Patrick Alushula | 13 hours ago

Developers project high demand for residential, rental housing this year

REAL ESTATE

By Graham Kajilwa | 13 hours ago

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OPINION

Only consultative meetings will find answers to indiscipline in schools

By Alexander Chagema | 13 hours ago

Only consultative meetings will find answers to indiscipline in schools

It is time to address the weighty issue of obesity

By Editorial | 13 hours ago

It is time to address the weighty issue of obesity

Deal with negative impacts of social media on youth

By James Irungu | 13 hours ago

Deal with negative impacts of social media on youth

We need research evidence to boost women empowerment

By Hannah Bula and Felistus Makhamara | 1 day ago

We need research evidence to boost women empowerment

Why Kenya will not drag itself out of poverty any time soon

By Mohamed Guleid | 1 day ago

Why Kenya will not drag itself out of poverty any time soon

CARTOONS

Kagame vs journalist

Kagame vs journalist

By Gado | 1 day ago

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COLUMNISTS

By Elias Mokua | 1 day ago

Mental health issues are behind rising cases of murder-suicides

By Leonard Khafafa | 1 day ago

Youths can bring change, but only if they register as voters

By Andrew Kipkemboi | 3 days ago

Why our politics generates too much heat and very little light

Oginde's article on cremation failed to address some critical issues

By Macharia Munene | 3 days ago

POLITICS

Olekina: Mudavadi’s announcement will have no impact on 2022 polls

Olekina says Kenyans were tired of political games and wanted to be shown the right path to follow

By Mireri Junior | 1 hour ago

By Mireri Junior | 1 hour ago

POLITICS

UDA asks party coordinators eyeing elective posts to resign

UDA has directed its coordinators at the grassroots seeking elective positions to resign and allow others to serve.

By Josphat Thiong’o | 1 day ago

POLITICS

Raila accuses Ruto of employing dirty tricks after sensing defeat

By Moses Nyamori | 1 day ago

POLITICS

Transport CS Macharia to declare political ambitions next month

By Jacob Ng'etich | 1 day ago

POLITICS

Top KANU official tells off Atwoli over bid to join Azimio la Umoja

The Cotu boss vowed to lead party members into Azimio la Umoja Movement.

By Josphat Thiong’o | 1 day ago

By Josphat Thiong’o | 1 day ago

Mystery over floating bodies of Yala river deepens as 2 more bodies are discovered raising questions

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Mystery over floating bodies of Yala river deepens as 2 more bodies are discovered raising questions

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Sweet freedom for Jimi Wanjigi as court faults state for his wrongful arrest

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President Uhuru holds major fightback to revive stalled BBI as he defends role to initiate process

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Floating bodies: Shock of bodies rotting in River Yala, who is killing these people?

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SPORTS

Vihiga Queens chase team of the year award

By Standard Sports | 53 minutes ago

Vihiga Queens chase team of the year award

Cricket Kenya elections set for February 26

By Ernest Ndunda | 1 hour ago

Cricket Kenya elections set for February 26

Federations and organisations resolve to prioritise athletes’ mental health

By Ernest Ndunda | 2 hours ago

Federations and organisations resolve to prioritise athletes’ mental health

Rangnick slams United first-half display, reacts to Ronaldo rant

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Rangnick slams United first-half display, reacts to Ronaldo rant

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THE STANDARD INSIDER

How coalition of confusion was birthed 30 years ago

How coalition of confusion was birthed 30 years ago

By Amos Kareithi | 3 hours ago

Teachers’ unions in fresh push to negotiate higher pay for members

Teachers’ unions in fresh push to negotiate higher pay for members

By Shadrack Mitty | 4 hours ago

'Curse' that is dispossessing widows in Kisii

'Curse' that is dispossessing widows in Kisii

'Curse' that is dispossessing widows in Kisii

Many families are still living deep in tradition, denying widows the right to acquire, own, inherit and transfer land.

By Erick Abuga | 2 hours ago

President Uhuru Kenyatta denies initiating Building Bridges drive

President Uhuru Kenyatta denies initiating Building Bridges drive

By Kamau Muthoni | 4 hours ago

Woman with rare cancer cannot chew, yawn

Woman with rare cancer cannot chew, yawn

By Jacinta Mutura | 4 hours ago

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Buzz in Nyaribari as helicopter ferrying Mudavadi lands

Buzz in Nyaribari as helicopter ferrying Mudavadi lands

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Raila Odinga's birthday party as he turns 77

Raila Odinga's birthday party as he turns 77

07 ^th January 2022

Konshens' New Year concert at Carnivore

Konshens' New Year concert at Carnivore

02 ^nd January 2022

Kenya- South Sudan 330km link road takes shape

Kenya- South Sudan 330km link road takes shape

01 ^st January 2022

Families throng Uhuru Park to celebrate New Year

Families throng Uhuru Park to celebrate New Year

01 ^st January 2022

Kenyans welcome 2022 in style

Kenyans welcome 2022 in style

31 ^st December 2021

In pictures: Top political stories of 2021

In pictures: Top political stories of 2021

31 ^st December 2021

Prominent personalities who died in 2021

Prominent personalities who died in 2021

29 ^th December 2021

Inside Nairobi-Kisumu train

Inside Nairobi-Kisumu train

17 ^th December 2021

Azimio la Umoja pitch invader decked by security

Azimio la Umoja pitch invader decked by security

16 ^th December 2021

Pomp, swagger moments during Jamhuri Day celebrations

Pomp, swagger moments during Jamhuri Day celebrations

12 ^th December 2021

The fury of women

The fury of women

11 ^th December 2021

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WORLD

U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to keep Capitol attack records secret

By Reuters | 4 hours ago

U.S. Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to keep Capitol attack records secret

Heritage land dispute over Amazon's new Africa HQ goes to court

By Reuters | 5 hours ago

Heritage land dispute over Amazon's new Africa HQ goes to court

Appeal in 'Hotel Rwanda' hero's case can proceed without him, judge rules

By Reuters | 5 hours ago

Appeal in 'Hotel Rwanda' hero's case can proceed without him, judge rules

U.S. Senate Democrats fail in bid to pass voting rights bill

By Reuters | 5 hours ago

U.S. Senate Democrats fail in bid to pass voting rights bill

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FACT CHECK

N95 or KF94? Which mask is best at protecting against COVID-19

N95 or KF94? Which mask is best at protecting against COVID-19

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines some facts to consider when choosing a mask.

By Reuters | 1 day ago

Why activists oppose court directive ahead of BBI Supreme Court hearing

By Winfrey Owino | 4 days ago

The red plate-numbers on our roads: What each code means

By Elvince Joshua | 5 days ago

Why Linda Kiome took charge of LSK before expiry of Havi’s term

By Winfrey Owino | 6 days ago

George Natembeya’s transfer to Office of the President explained

By Elvince Joshua | 6 days ago

Explainer: Why you should still try to avoid catching Omicron

By Reuters | 7 days ago

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HEALTH & SCIENCE

Woman with rare cancer cannot chew, yawn

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Jacinta Mutura | 4 hours ago

Cervical TB kills more but is rarely diagnosed- experts

REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH

By Mercy Kahenda | 4 hours ago

16 more people die of Covid-19, positivity rate goes up

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Brian Okoth | 20 hours ago

A nation struggling to carry its own weight: The obesity crisis

NUTRITION & WELLNESS

By Dominic Omondi | 1 day ago

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ENTERTAINMENT

Magix Enga needs help – Producer Motif opines on recent’ illuminati’ talk

By Boniface Mithika | 1 hour ago

Magix Enga needs help – Producer Motif opines on recent’ illuminati’ talk

Amazon reveals 'Lord of the Rings' subtitle that hints at storyline

By Reuters | 2 hours ago

Amazon reveals 'Lord of the Rings' subtitle that hints at storyline

Capital FM's DJ Lithium dies after collapsing in office

By Stephanie Wangari | 3 hours ago

Capital FM's DJ Lithium dies after collapsing in office

MC Jessy explains why he has joined UDA

By Vincent Kejitan | 5 hours ago

MC Jessy explains why he has joined UDA

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THE NAIROBIAN

Comedian YY to his wife: Thank you for pushing

Comedian YY to his wife: Thank you for pushing

By Lilian Chepkoech | 23 minutes ago

Girl, don't allow hubby and bff to flirt behind your back

Girl, don't allow hubby and bff to flirt behind your back

By Diana Makokha | 2 hours ago

They squeezed my 'fundamentals', Itumbi reveals

They squeezed my 'fundamentals', Itumbi reveals

By Lilian Chepkoech | 4 hours ago

Musician Kambua: Nothing comes close to the pain of losing a child

Musician Kambua: Nothing comes close to the pain of losing a child

ENTERTAINMENT

By Cheptoek Boyo | 4 hours ago

Politician in the soup for seducing someone’s wife

Politician in the soup for seducing someone’s wife

POWER PLAY

By The Nairobian Reporter | 19 hours ago

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FARM KENYA

Why animal feeds prices still rising despite duty free import offer

Why animal feeds prices still rising despite duty free import offer

By Patrick Alushula | 3 hours ago

Herders need urgent aid to avoid a hunger crisis

By Jennifer Anyango | 22 hours ago

How to tap into lucrative avocado business

By Jennifer Anyango and Kelvin Nyakundi | 5 days ago

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EVE WOMAN

Budgeting: Five tips on how you can start

By Esther Muchene | 2 hours ago

Budgeting: Five tips on how you can start

Five important conversation topics in a new relationship

By Esther Muchene | 2 hours ago

Five important conversation topics in a new relationship

Fit for life with gym enthusiast Tamara Watkins

By Rose Kwamboka | 2 hours ago

Fit for life with gym enthusiast Tamara Watkins

Did you know ginger can help with motion sickness?

By Rose Mukonyo | 3 hours ago

Did you know ginger can help with motion sickness?

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