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Raila picks Karua as running mate in August polls

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By Winfrey Owino | 2 hours ago

Raila picks Karua as running mate in August polls

Kalonzo Musyoka leaves Azimio la Umoja, to run for president

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Kalonzo Musyoka leaves Azimio la Umoja, to run for president

By Standard Reporter | 2 hours ago

How Uhuru, Raila fixed Kalonzo in Azimio la Umoja agreement

Politics

How Uhuru, Raila fixed Kalonzo in Azimio la Umoja agreement

By Nzau Musau | 9 hours ago

How Maasai warriors, lion tales scared Jewish settlers

National

By Peter Muiruri | 9 hours ago

Divorce and Christianity: Should we pull asunder what God has joined?

Health & Science

By Mercy Kahenda | 6 hours ago

Onions are best eaten raw, at night

Health & Science

By Ayoki Onyango | 9 hours ago

Sleeping in separate rooms could lead to divorce

The Nairobian

By Mercy Kahenda | 7 hours ago

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Wajir governor, his deputy to face off in elections

By Abdiaziz Roble | 22 minutes ago

Wajir governor, his deputy to face off in elections

ChapaPay by Co-op Bank allows you to receive payments directly into your account

By Co-operative Bank | 31 minutes ago

ChapaPay by Co-op Bank allows you to receive payments directly into your account

Responsible dog management: When man's best friend turn aggressive

By Dr. Paul R. N. Kangethe | 1 hour ago

Responsible dog management: When man's best friend turn aggressive

I am ready, able and willing-Karua says

By Winfrey Owino | 1 hour ago

I am ready, able and willing-Karua says

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NATIONAL

Suspects in KIMC student murder arrested

Suspects in KIMC student murder arrested

By Stephanie Wangari | 21 hours ago

Ruto names Gachagua as running mate ahead of polls

Ruto names Gachagua as running mate ahead of polls

By Winfrey Owino | 1 day ago

Samuel Wanjiru: 11-year puzzle and a mother's tears

Samuel Wanjiru: 11-year puzzle and a mother's tears

By Amos Kareithi | 1 day ago

DCI identify suspect in KIMC student murder

DCI identify suspect in KIMC student murder

COUNTIES

By Winfrey Owino | 1 day ago

Government in a spot over woman's death in Saudi

Government in a spot over woman's death in Saudi

NATIONAL

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Djibouti team: Alliance key to tackle Lamu Port issues

The Djibouti delegation on a fact-finding mission after attending the recent high-level 26th Intermodal Africa 2022 Exhibition and Conference in Mombasa.

By Philip Mwakio | 16 hours ago

Djibouti team: Alliance key to tackle Lamu Port issues

By Philip Mwakio | 16 hours ago

Lake region bloc counties get Sh2.8 billion to improve sanitation

By Bernard Lusigi | 16 hours ago

DCI identify suspect in KIMC student murder

By Winfrey Owino | 1 day ago

Rift governor seat aspirants vetting deputies to meet deadline

By Steve Mkawale | 1 day ago

Peter Munya says DP Ruto gave Mt Kenya a raw deal

By James Wanzala | 1 day ago

Amason Kingi's big gamble in bid to end ODM dominance

By Bernard Sanga | 1 day ago

Shots fired as chaos mars Raila's rally in Mombasa

By Willis Oketch | 1 day ago

Sankok son buried as politicians call on police to let family mourn

By Julius Chepkwony and Godfrey Oundoh | 1 day ago

KIMC student, 19, found dead with two stab wounds in neck

By Fidelis Kabunyi | 1 day ago

Several die after truck, matatu collide head-on at Sultan Hamud

By Stephen Nzioka | 1 day ago

MP gets ODM ticket as rival's petition thrown out

By Olivia Odhiambo | 1 day ago

Land firm official faces Sh363,000 fraud charge

By Collins Kweyu | 1 day ago

Man in governor race walks and boards public vehicles to fish for votes

By Anne Atieno | 1 day ago

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BUSINESS

Safaricom lines up M-Pesa for minors

BUSINESS

The junior version of the M-Pesa app targeting individuals below 18 years will be a first in the country’s fintech sector as the telco moves to beat rising competition..

By Frankline Sunday | 16 hours ago

Cofek takes issue with expressway toll charges

BUSINESS

Transport ministry told it failed to address several concerns raised by the road users. Lobby wants the court to suspend the road’s launch..

By Paul Ogemba | 16 hours ago

Tough times ahead as fuel prices go up by Sh5.50 in new EPRA review

BUSINESS

By Macharia Kamau | 1 day ago

Shocker for those who fled Nairobi's high cost of living

BUSINESS

By Patrick Alushula | 1 day ago

From data literacy to AI skills: Vital traits you need in today's workforce

WORK LIFE

By World Economic Forum | 1 day ago

Hoteliers laughing all the way to the bank ahead of Africities event

BUSINESS

By Harold Odhiambo | 1 day ago

Local firms launch bid to promote Kenya across eastern Africa

BUSINESS

By Josphat Thiong’o | 1 day ago

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OPINION

For the love of God and Kenya, can the real Raila please stand up?

By Andrew Kipkemboi | 10 hours ago

For the love of God and Kenya, can the real Raila please stand up?

International community has let Palestinians down for 74 years

By Hazem Shabat | 16 hours ago

International community has let Palestinians down for 74 years

Next government must emulate Germany, US economic recovery models

By Wilson Sossion | 16 hours ago

Next government must emulate Germany, US economic recovery models

Devise better ways of picking running mates

By Editorial | 16 hours ago

Devise better ways of picking running mates

Has Raila Odinga changed his brand of politics or is he lying low?

By Mike Nyagwoka | 1 day ago

CARTOONS

Climate Change 2022

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COLUMNISTS

By Clay Muganda | 1 day ago

Harsh laws needed to protect parents from thieving school heads

By David Oginde | 2 days ago

Why the Kenya we want has been elusive

By Peter Kimani | 3 days ago

Alas, the Nairobi Expressway is at hand, but not for all

Raila, politicians aren't leaving Azimio because they are happy

By Michael Ndonye | 3 days ago

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POLITICS

Wajir governor, his deputy to face off in elections

Wajir Governor Mohamed Abdi Mohamud and his deputy Ahmed Ali Muktar are set to lock horns in elections.

By Abdiaziz Roble | 22 minutes ago

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POLITICS

I am ready, able and willing-Karua says

“We are responding to a higher calling because our dreams were deferred in 2002. I am ready able and willing to work with you .

By Winfrey Owino | 1 hour ago

POLITICS

Who is Martha Karua?

By Winfrey Owino | 2 hours ago

POLITICS

Video: Nakuru Senator Susan Kihika picks David Kones as running mate

By The Standard | 3 hours ago

POLITICS

Kindiki stares at life in political cold after two terms in Senate

Ruto had promised Tharaka Nithi that he was picking their son for “national position”. The senator has contributed immensely to campaigns for Ruto in the larger Meru.

By Phares Mutembei | 10 hours ago

By Phares Mutembei | 10 hours ago

Dan Maanzo: We shall impeach Azimio agreement

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Dan Maanzo: We shall impeach Azimio agreement

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The behind the scenes that led Kenya Kwanza to arrive at a choice for DP Ruto's running mate

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Raila leads a host of Azimio leaders in tearing apart Kenya Kwanza's choice of running mate

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Eight remandees escape from Thika police station after overpowering an officer manning the cells

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SPORTS

Why Omanyala will miss the Commonwealth Games trials

By Odero Charles | 1 hour ago

Why Omanyala will miss the Commonwealth Games trials

Milan close in on first Serie A title in 11 years after win over Atalanta

By Reuters | 3 hours ago

Milan close in on first Serie A title in 11 years after win over Atalanta

Lewandowski not to extend contract with Bayern- sources

By Xinhua | 4 hours ago

Lewandowski not to extend contract with Bayern- sources

Khoda: It's time to rebuild Kenya's battered cricket

By Washington Onyango | 7 hours ago

Khoda: It's time to rebuild Kenya's battered cricket

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THE STANDARD INSIDER

How Uhuru, Raila fixed Kalonzo in Azimio la Umoja agreement

How Uhuru, Raila fixed Kalonzo in Azimio la Umoja agreement

By Nzau Musau | 9 hours ago

How Maasai warriors, lion tales scared Jewish settlers

How Maasai warriors, lion tales scared Jewish settlers

By Peter Muiruri | 9 hours ago

Divorce and Christianity: Should we pull asunder what God has joined?

Divorce and Christianity: Should we pull asunder what God has joined?

Divorce and Christianity: Should we pull asunder what God has joined?

Divorce in church, it appears, carries with it a heavier burden.

By Mercy Kahenda | 6 hours ago

Uhuru's frustration is caused by an independent judiciary, not Ruto

Uhuru's frustration is caused by an independent judiciary, not Ruto

By Macharia Munene | 9 hours ago

Intrigues that preceded Ruto's hard decision on running mate

Intrigues that preceded Ruto's hard decision on running mate

By Jacob Ng’etich | 9 hours ago

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Mwai Kibaki's body transported on a gun carriage

Mwai Kibaki's body transported on a gun carriage

26 ^th April 2022

Flags fly half-mast at Jomo Kenyatta's mausoleum

Flags fly half-mast at Jomo Kenyatta's mausoleum

24 ^th April 2022

Kitutu Central cops, their families dance to the tune of nyatiti

Kitutu Central cops, their families dance to the tune of nyatiti

22 ^nd April 2022

Heavy rain, hailstorm batter Central Rift Valley

Heavy rain, hailstorm batter Central Rift Valley

21 ^st April 2022

Palm Sunday: Holy week begins with palm branches, processions

Palm Sunday: Holy week begins with palm branches, processions

11 ^th April 2022

Drivers risking their lives by putting jerry cans in boot

Drivers risking their lives by putting jerry cans in boot

08 ^th April 2022

World’s most eccentric beards

World’s most eccentric beards

27 ^th March 2022

21-gun salute

21-gun salute

26 ^th March 2022

Beautification of Nairobi Expressway

Beautification of Nairobi Expressway

25 ^th March 2022

When alleged boda boda riders turned rogue, torched vehicles

When alleged boda boda riders turned rogue, torched vehicles

24 ^th March 2022

Uhuru's nyama choma spot at Kenyatta market

Uhuru's nyama choma spot at Kenyatta market

18 ^th March 2022

Aftermath of the fire at Menengai Forest on March 13, 2022

Aftermath of the fire at Menengai Forest on March 13, 2022

14 ^th March 2022

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WORLD

Russia Ukraine war: Here's everything you need to know right now

By Reuters | 6 hours ago

Russia Ukraine war: Here's everything you need to know right now

Teenager kills 10 in live-streamed racial attack in supermarket

By Reuters and Winfrey Owino | 1 day ago

Teenager kills 10 in live-streamed racial attack in supermarket

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed elected UAE president

By Reuters | 2 days ago

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed elected UAE president

Alleged senior leader of 1994 Rwandan genocide confirmed dead

By Reuters | 2 days ago

Alleged senior leader of 1994 Rwandan genocide confirmed dead

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FACT CHECK

Why are food prices going up? Key questions answered

Why are food prices going up? Key questions answered

Throughout the pandemic, high vegetable oil prices have helped drive up broader food costs.

By Reuters | 5 days ago

Explainer: What is aflatoxin?

By Standard Reporter | 11 days ago

Did you know Elon Musk's Sh5tr Twitter deal can fund Kenya's counties for 14 years?

By Patrick Alushula | 19 days ago

Chiloba: Why we ordered SIM verification, how it shall be done

By Winfrey Owino | 1 month ago

Palm Sunday: What you need to know [Pictures]

By Winfrey Owino | 1 month ago

Kenya puts in place tougher labelling for baby foods, bottles, teats and pacifiers

By The Conversation | 1 month ago

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HEALTH & SCIENCE

Divorce and Christianity: Should we pull asunder what God has joined?

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mercy Kahenda | 6 hours ago

Onions are best eaten raw, at night

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Ayoki Onyango | 9 hours ago

Uhuru to lead presidents, VIPs at Africities Summit in Kisumu

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mactilda Mbenywe | 16 hours ago

Vaccine delivers hope for families hit by malaria

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mercy Kahenda | 16 hours ago

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ENTERTAINMENT

'Doctor Strange 2' rules again as 'Firestarter' flames out

By Reuters | 1 hour ago

'Doctor Strange 2' rules again as 'Firestarter' flames out

How to make beef with lyonnaise potatoes

By Chef Ali Mandhry | 3 hours ago

How to make beef with lyonnaise potatoes

Jacque Maribe gushes over son in heartfelt post

By Davis Muli | 3 hours ago

Jacque Maribe gushes over son in heartfelt post

Why you should eat raw onions at night

By Ayoki Onyango | 5 hours ago

Why you should eat raw onions at night

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THE NAIROBIAN

WHO raises warning over resurgent sexually transmitted infections

WHO raises warning over resurgent sexually transmitted infections

By Dr Alfred Murage | 50 minutes ago

Martha Karua: The 'Iron Lady' unafraid of breaking barriers

Martha Karua: The 'Iron Lady' unafraid of breaking barriers

By Brian Guserwa | 2 hours ago

'Assault victim was dragged to house, clobbered'

'Assault victim was dragged to house, clobbered'

By Lilian Chepkoech | 3 hours ago

We are tired of sharing highway with livestock, boda boda- Ahero residents

We are tired of sharing highway with livestock, boda boda- Ahero residents

NEWS

By Olivia Odhiambo | 5 hours ago

Sleeping in separate rooms could lead to divorce

Sleeping in separate rooms could lead to divorce

NEWS

By Mercy Kahenda | 7 hours ago

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FARM KENYA

Responsible dog management: When man's best friend turn aggressive

Responsible dog management: When man's best friend turn aggressive

By Dr. Paul R. N. Kangethe | 1 hour ago

Dog business: What you need to know

By Jasmine Murani | 3 hours ago

Grafting is changing coffee farmers' fortunes

By Nikko Tanui | 3 days ago

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EVE WOMAN

The benefits and dangers of waxing

By Esther Muchene | 2 days ago

The benefits and dangers of waxing

Five drinks you can have in place of soda

By Esther Muchene | 2 days ago

Five drinks you can have in place of soda

How to lighten dark knuckles naturally

By Esther Muchene | 2 days ago

How to lighten dark knuckles naturally

Tips on how to stay young and hot

By Esther Muchene | 2 days ago

Tips on how to stay young and hot

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