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I'm taking a break from politics, Kithure Kindiki says after running mate loss

Politics

Tharaka Nithi Senator Kithure Kindiki says he will take a break from elective politics after August 10, 2022, a day after the General Election.
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By Stephanie Wangari | 1 hour ago

I'm taking a break from politics, Kithure Kindiki says after running mate loss

Kalonzo Musyoka leaves Azimio la Umoja, to run for president

Politics

Kalonzo Musyoka leaves Azimio la Umoja, to run for president

By Standard Reporter | 6 hours ago

Raila picks Karua as running mate in August polls

National

Raila picks Karua as running mate in August polls

By Winfrey Owino | 6 hours ago

How Uhuru, Raila fixed Kalonzo in Azimio la Umoja agreement

Politics

By Nzau Musau | 12 hours ago

How Maasai warriors, lion tales scared Jewish settlers

National

By Peter Muiruri | 12 hours ago

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

Health & Science

By Mercy Kahenda | 10 hours ago

Sleeping in separate rooms could lead to divorce

The Nairobian

By Mercy Kahenda | 11 hours ago

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LATEST

Meet Kenya's Sh30m-a-month bank chief executives

By Patrick Alushula | 54 minutes ago

Meet Kenya's Sh30m-a-month bank chief executives

No, Samia Suluhu, Kamala Harris have not congratulated Martha Karua

By Patrick Vidija | 1 hour ago

No, Samia Suluhu, Kamala Harris have not congratulated Martha Karua

Koyonzo shock Kakamega High to win Yala rugby 15s title

By Washington Onyango | 2 hours ago

Koyonzo shock Kakamega High to win Yala rugby 15s title

How mango farmers got the better of fruit flies and brokers

By Bakari Angela | 3 hours ago

How mango farmers got the better of fruit flies and brokers

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NATIONAL

Suspects in KIMC student murder arrested

Suspects in KIMC student murder arrested

By Stephanie Wangari | 1 day 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

By Pkemoi Ngénoh | 1 day ago

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COUNTIES

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 | 19 hours ago

Djibouti team: Alliance key to tackle Lamu Port issues

By Philip Mwakio | 19 hours ago

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

By Bernard Lusigi | 19 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 | 2 days ago

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

By Stephen Nzioka | 2 days ago

MP gets ODM ticket as rival's petition thrown out

By Olivia Odhiambo | 2 days ago

Land firm official faces Sh363,000 fraud charge

By Collins Kweyu | 2 days ago

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

By Anne Atieno | 2 days ago

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BUSINESS

Meet Kenya's Sh30m-a-month bank chief executives

BUSINESS

Top bank executives earn jaw-dropping amounts after exceeding targets as lenders recover from the effects of the pandemic..

By Patrick Alushula | 54 minutes ago

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 | 19 hours ago

Cofek takes issue with expressway toll charges

BUSINESS

By Paul Ogemba | 19 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

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OPINION

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

By Andrew Kipkemboi | 13 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 | 19 hours ago

International community has let Palestinians down for 74 years

Next government must emulate Germany, US economic recovery models

By Wilson Sossion | 19 hours ago

Next government must emulate Germany, US economic recovery models

Devise better ways of picking running mates

By Editorial | 19 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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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 | 4 hours ago

By Abdiaziz Roble | 4 hours ago

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 | 5 hours ago

POLITICS

Who is Martha Karua?

By Winfrey Owino | 5 hours ago

POLITICS

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

By The Standard | 7 hours ago

POLITICS

Intrigues that preceded Ruto's hard decision on running mate

Majority of Mt Kenya leaders had ganged up against Gachagua. In the vote count, Prof Kindiki got 23, Gachagua four, Muturi two and Waiguru one.

By Jacob Ng’etich | 12 hours ago

By Jacob Ng’etich | 12 hours ago

Dan Maanzo: We shall impeach Azimio agreement

VIDEO

Dan Maanzo: We shall impeach Azimio agreement

8 hours ago

VIDEO

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

8 hours ago

VIDEO

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

8 hours ago

VIDEO

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

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SPORTS

Koyonzo shock Kakamega High to win Yala rugby 15s title

By Washington Onyango | 2 hours ago

Koyonzo shock Kakamega High to win Yala rugby 15s title

Why Omanyala will miss the Commonwealth Games trials

By Odero Charles | 5 hours 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 | 7 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 | 8 hours ago

Lewandowski not to extend contract with Bayern- sources

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THE STANDARD INSIDER

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

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

By Mercy Kahenda | 10 hours ago

How Uhuru, Raila fixed Kalonzo in Azimio la Umoja agreement

How Uhuru, Raila fixed Kalonzo in Azimio la Umoja agreement

By Nzau Musau | 12 hours ago

Meet Kenya's Sh30m-a-month bank chief executives

Meet Kenya's Sh30m-a-month bank chief executives

Meet Kenya's Sh30m-a-month bank chief executives

Top bank executives earn jaw-dropping amounts after exceeding targets as lenders recover from the effects of the pandemic.

By Patrick Alushula | 54 minutes ago

How Maasai warriors, lion tales scared Jewish settlers

How Maasai warriors, lion tales scared Jewish settlers

By Peter Muiruri | 12 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 | 12 hours ago

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PICTURE POWER

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 | 10 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

No, Samia Suluhu, Kamala Harris have not congratulated Martha Karua

No, Samia Suluhu, Kamala Harris have not congratulated Martha Karua

Screenshots doing rounds in social media that Kamala Harris and Samia Suluhu have congratulated Martha Karua for her nomination as Raila Odinga’s running mate are doctored.

By Patrick Vidija | 1 hour ago

Why are food prices going up? Key questions answered

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

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HEALTH & SCIENCE

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

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mercy Kahenda | 10 hours ago

Onions are best eaten raw, at night

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Ayoki Onyango | 12 hours ago

Uhuru to lead presidents, VIPs at Africities Summit in Kisumu

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mactilda Mbenywe | 19 hours ago

Vaccine delivers hope for families hit by malaria

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mercy Kahenda | 19 hours ago

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ENTERTAINMENT

Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian officially tie the knot

By Kirsten Kanja | 3 hours ago

Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian officially tie the knot

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

By Reuters | 4 hours ago

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

How to make beef with lyonnaise potatoes

By Chef Ali Mandhry | 7 hours ago

How to make beef with lyonnaise potatoes

Jacque Maribe gushes over son in heartfelt post

By Davis Muli | 7 hours ago

Jacque Maribe gushes over son in heartfelt post

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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 | 4 hours ago

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

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

By Brian Guserwa | 5 hours ago

'Assault victim was dragged to house, clobbered'

'Assault victim was dragged to house, clobbered'

By Lilian Chepkoech | 7 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 | 9 hours ago

Sleeping in separate rooms could lead to divorce

Sleeping in separate rooms could lead to divorce

NEWS

By Mercy Kahenda | 11 hours ago

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FARM KENYA

How mango farmers got the better of fruit flies and brokers

How mango farmers got the better of fruit flies and brokers

By Bakari Angela | 3 hours ago

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

By Dr. Paul R. N. Kangethe | 4 hours ago

Dog business: What you need to know

By Jasmine Murani | 7 hours ago

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EVE WOMAN

Warriors open up on fertility issues

By Kirsten Kanja | 11 hours ago

Warriors open up on fertility issues

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

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