Nairobi County loses Sh400m in parking fees after KRA take over

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By Josphat Thiong’o | 5 hours ago

Nairobi County loses Sh400m in parking fees after KRA take over

Legislators tear apart academic documents

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Legislators tear apart academic documents

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Captain drops his last anchor by Lake Kirubi

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Captain drops his last anchor by Lake Kirubi

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Good news as government slashes secondary school fees

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My encounter with crying president and his white handkerchief

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COUNTIES

New twist in land dispute as man claiming ownership is arraigned

The tussle for the 542-acre tract of land between Njuguna Mbogo and EK Banks started in 2001.

By Julius Chepkwony | 4 hours ago

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BUSINESS

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BUSINESS

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Kenyans to pay higher bills for electricity

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By Macharia Kamau | 1 day ago

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OPINION

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By Irungu Houghton | 10 minutes ago

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Addressing climatic changes will boost farmers’ returns

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We can profit by putting half of available land under forest

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Healthcare main hurdle for refugees, host communities

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POLITICS

I will create diaspora ministry - DP Ruto

Ruto said ministry to run like that of devolution will address challenges facing Kenyans in every part of the world and their contribution to economy.

By Jacob Ngetich | 13 hours ago

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POLITICS

ODM leader Raila Odinga's son registered in Mudavadi's party

ICT Cabinet Secretary Joe Mucheru also waded into the matter, saying that some people may have registered unknowingly.

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POLITICS

Raila Odinga spills Kirubi’s ‘nusu mkate’ secret

By Mercy Adhiambo | 22 hours ago

POLITICS

2022 succession battle: What ace does Uhuru have up his sleeve?

By Oscar Obonyo | 22 hours ago

POLITICS

Sonko-Igathe Governor ticket was Chris Kirubi’s idea

Igathe made the revelation on Friday, June 18 during the memorial service of the late Kirubi at the Faith Evangelistic Ministry Church in Karen.

By Fred Kagonye | 1 day ago

By Fred Kagonye | 1 day ago

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WPL Playoffs: Gaspo to play Vihiga Queens in semis

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SPORTS

Spain struggle to 1-1 draw with Poland

By Reuters | 4 hours ago

Spain struggle to 1-1 draw with Poland

Olympic and world champs missing as team to Tokyo named

By Jonathan Komen | 5 hours ago

Olympic and world champs missing as team to Tokyo named

Star names find going tough as Tokyo trials end

By Jonathan Komen | 5 hours ago

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Kenya unveils its team for the Tokyo Olympics

By Reuters | 5 hours ago

Kenya unveils its team for the Tokyo Olympics

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THE STANDARD INSIDER

Good news as government slashes secondary school fees

Good news as government slashes secondary school fees

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Vandalism at TSP offices was political, says Kiunjuri

Vandalism at TSP offices was political, says Kiunjuri

By Jacob Ng'etich | 12 hours ago

Captain drops his last anchor by Lake Kirubi

Captain drops his last anchor by Lake Kirubi

Captain drops his last anchor by Lake Kirubi

Kirubi knew how to play his cards right, and he was never outwitted. His business associates said striking a good deal was like an inborn talent.

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16^th June 2021

Perilous trade: Market on the rail line at Mukuru slums

Perilous trade: Market on the rail line at Mukuru slums

10^th June 2021

Washing dreadlocks: Jah man must be clean

Washing dreadlocks: Jah man must be clean

10^th June 2021

Fare-thee-well Benjamin Ayimba

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Justin Muturi's cleansing ritual ahead of coronation

Justin Muturi's cleansing ritual ahead of coronation

21^st May 2021

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21^st May 2021

Muslim faithful mark Eid Ul Fitr in Mombasa

Muslim faithful mark Eid Ul Fitr in Mombasa

14^th May 2021

Heavy rains bring flooding to parts of Kenya

Heavy rains bring flooding to parts of Kenya

13^th May 2021

Muslim faithful mark the end of Ramadhan

Muslim faithful mark the end of Ramadhan

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WORLD

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