Why Kenya is confident of hosting World Athletics U-20 Championships

Athletics

World Under-20 Championships Chief Executive Officer Mike Rabar is confident the country will host a successful event ...

By Robert Abong'o | 2 hours ago

Why Kenya is confident of hosting World Athletics U-20 Championships

Family, church mourn family of five killed in car accident

Counties

Family, church mourn family of five killed in car accident

By Philip Mwakio | 10 hours ago

IG orders probe into sexual harassment claim after female cop's viral clip

Nairobi

IG orders probe into sexual harassment claim after female cop's viral clip

By Mireri Junior | 10 hours ago

Covid-19: Positivity rate decreases as 316 people test positive

Health & Science

By Mireri Junior | 9 hours ago

Uhuru visits Juja as campaigns intensify ahead of May 18 polls

Politics

By Fidelis Kabunyi | 13 hours ago

Rising cases of husband battering worry Njuri Ncheke, Kikuyu Council of Elders

Central

By Jane Mugambi | 11 hours ago

Police arrest five terror suspects in Kisumu

Nyanza

By Lucas Barasa | 10 hours ago

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NATIONAL

Low births: Why there may be no babies born by 2070

By Rose Kwamboka | 21 minutes ago

Low births: Why there may be no babies born by 2070

Senior Immigration officer shot dead in Turkana while on morning run

By Lucas Ngasike | 14 hours ago

Senior Immigration officer shot dead in Turkana while on morning run

Road carnage claims 14 lives in two days

By Sunday Standard team | 15 hours ago

Road carnage claims 14 lives in two days

Mother’s Day: Who will celebrate those who can’t conceive?

By Winfrey Owino | 15 hours ago

Mother’s Day: Who will celebrate those who can’t conceive?

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COUNTIES

County yet to put to use Sh87m grant

Members of County Assembly (MCAs) are now demanding answers regarding the funds that had been allocated to support farmers.

By Everlyne Judith Kwamboka | 1 hour ago

County yet to put to use Sh87m grant

By Everlyne Judith Kwamboka | 1 hour ago

Juja aspirant to appear in court today

By Judah Ben-Hur | 4 hours ago

'Political enemies using Otiende’s removal to cause division in ODM'

By James Omoro | 7 hours ago

KDF officers arrested for assaulting cops enforcing curfew rules

By Weldon Kemboi | 8 hours ago

Fishing in Lake Naivasha a risky job as gangs take over

By Antony Gitonga | 15 hours ago

Siaya nurse arrested for allegedly defiling minor

By Olivia Odhiambo | 1 day ago

City carjacking: DCI warn drivers over gang stealing vehicle parts

By Mireri Junior | 1 day ago

Businessman’s car torched after woman he was allegedly dating found dead

By Mactilda Mbenywe and Collins Oduor | 1 day ago

Raila's change of tack that has seen Nyanza reap benefits

By By Harold Odhiambo | 1 day ago

Nyandarua County Assembly Speaker impeached for third time

By James Munyeki | 1 day ago

Uproar after church ploughs, plants maize on school playground

By Obare Osinde | 1 day ago

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BUSINESS

KQ now courts banks for loan term extension

BUSINESS

Head of Treasury Geoffrey Langat says the airline is negotiating to extend moratoriums since the aviation sector is still experiencing Covid-19 blues..

By Macharia Kamau | 4 hours ago

Why Parliament holds key to stopping Kenya’s debt time bomb

BUSINESS NEWS

According to the IMF, the facility will help finance the country’s recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic and prevent debt distress. .

By Frankline Sunday | 13 hours ago

For Lamu residents, justice delayed is justice denied

OPINION

By Rose Birgen | 14 hours ago

Intelligence as a public good offers huge gains

OPINION

By XN Iraki | 14 hours ago

Kaizen: The Japanese business philosophy taking root in Kenyan firms

MONEY & CAREERS

By Wainaina Wambu | 15 hours ago

Tips on how to turn your rabbit hobby into new money spinner

MONEY & CAREERS

By Jennifer Anyango | 15 hours ago

Working from home poses fresh challenges for employers and staff

MONEY & CAREERS

By Noah Kipkemboi | 15 hours ago

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WORLD

Nearly two months after abduction, 39 Nigerian students reunite with parents

By Reuters | 14 hours ago

Nearly two months after abduction, 39 Nigerian students reunite with parents

Obama family dog, Bo, is dead

By Jael Mboga and Agencies | 19 hours ago

Obama family dog, Bo, is dead

China says rocket debris landed in Indian Ocean west of Maldives

By Reuters | 20 hours ago

China says rocket debris landed in Indian Ocean west of Maldives

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POLITICS

ODM accuses state agencies of interference in Bochari campaigns

ODM party has accused some government officials of interference in the Bonchari by-election campaigns.

By Grace Ng'ang'a | 11 hours ago

By Grace Ng'ang'a | 11 hours ago

POLITICS

Politics of deceit: Anatomy of MoUs built on backstabbing, empty words

Just like prior to 2002, Kenya is on the cusp of a regime change in 2022 hence the heightened political deal-making.

By Kiraitu Murungi | 18 hours ago

POLITICS

Is Orengo charting his path away from Raila?

By Kamau Ngotho | 18 hours ago

POLITICS

Will retiring governors be kingmakers in 2022 contest?

By Harold Odhiambo and Eric Abuga | 21 hours ago

POLITICS

UDA opens an office in Raila's turf, planning to have more

The party is planning an onslaught on Kisumu, Migori and Kisii voting blocs where the Raila-led ODM party enjoys huge support.

By Harold Odhiambo and Kepher Otieno | 21 hours ago

By Harold Odhiambo and Kepher Otieno | 21 hours ago

The storm in ODM party and the BBI bill as MPs overwhelmingly vote for the bill

VIDEO

The storm in ODM party and the BBI bill as MPs overwhelmingly vote for the bill

5 hours ago

VIDEO

How critical is the BBI bill process to President Uhuru Kenyatta’s succession race | House of cards

5 hours ago

VIDEO

Of mice and men: Why these white mice and rats are used verify safety of medicines and vaccines

5 hours ago

VIDEO

Plight of mothers during the covid 19 pandemic as the world marks international mother’s day

5 hours ago

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SPORTS

Poor Juventus in danger of missing out on top four in Serie A

By Reuters | 3 hours ago

Poor Juventus in danger of missing out on top four in Serie A

Trophy-chasing Madrid snatch draw with Sevilla after VAR drama

By Reuters | 3 hours ago

Trophy-chasing Madrid snatch draw with Sevilla after VAR drama

PSG trophy chances dented with draw on Sunday

By Reuters | 4 hours ago

PSG trophy chances dented with draw on Sunday

Hamilton takes fifth Spanish Grand Prix win in a row

By Reuters | 4 hours ago

Hamilton takes fifth Spanish Grand Prix win in a row

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THE STANDARD INSIDER

Kaizen: The Japanese business philosophy taking root in Kenyan firms

Kaizen: The Japanese business philosophy taking root in Kenyan firms

By Wainaina Wambu | 15 hours ago

Mother’s Day: Who will celebrate those who can’t conceive?

Mother’s Day: Who will celebrate those who can’t conceive?

By Winfrey Owino | 15 hours ago

Cow dung infection, not ‘evil eyes’ kills babies

Cow dung infection, not ‘evil eyes’ kills babies

Cow dung infection, not ‘evil eyes’ kills babies

The umbilical cord was dried with lizard, bat droppings leading to neonatal deaths.

By Rose Mukonyo | 2 hours ago

Politics of deceit: Anatomy of MoUs built on backstabbing, empty words

Politics of deceit: Anatomy of MoUs built on backstabbing, empty words

By Kiraitu Murungi | 18 hours ago

Is Orengo charting his path away from Raila?

Is Orengo charting his path away from Raila?

By Kamau Ngotho | 18 hours ago

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PICTURE POWER

Ramadhan: Muslims faithful at Jamia mosque

Ramadhan: Muslims faithful at Jamia mosque

08^th May 2021

City brewery using water from sewage [Photos]

City brewery using water from sewage [Photos]

08^th May 2021

Suluhu's fashion in maiden visit to Kenya

Suluhu's fashion in maiden visit to Kenya

05^th May 2021

Joe Biden stops to pick a dandelion for Jill

Joe Biden stops to pick a dandelion for Jill

30^th April 2021

Exposed: How this beggar has been fleecing Nairobians

Exposed: How this beggar has been fleecing Nairobians

29^th April 2021

Weight loss: Senator Malala's transformation

Weight loss: Senator Malala's transformation

28^th April 2021

Vihiga Funeral Home collapse: The aftermath

Vihiga Funeral Home collapse: The aftermath

28^th April 2021

Exposed to the cold: Njiru quarry demolition

Exposed to the cold: Njiru quarry demolition

24^th April 2021

Ministry of Foreign Affairs official Judith Ndunge Ngunia buried

Ministry of Foreign Affairs official Judith Ndunge Ngunia buried

23^rd April 2021

Moo-ve! Cows overrunning towns

Moo-ve! Cows overrunning towns

23^rd April 2021

Church group arrested for curfew violation

Church group arrested for curfew violation

22^nd April 2021

Judo: Fighting it out

Judo: Fighting it out

22^nd April 2021

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OPINION

Suluhu has opened a new chapter in Kenya, Tanzania relationship

By Macharia Munene | 2 hours ago

Suluhu has opened a new chapter in Kenya, Tanzania relationship

As new term begins, ensure all learners go back to class, are safe

By The Standard | 4 hours ago

As new term begins, ensure all learners go back to class, are safe

If the human race goes extinct, it will be good riddance

By Ted Malanda | 6 hours ago

If the human race goes extinct, it will be good riddance

State has abandoned teachers in their hour of distress - Sossion

By Wilson Sossion | 11 hours ago

State has abandoned teachers in their hour of distress - Sossion

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FACT CHECK

The fast-lane: What you shouldn’t do here when driving

The fast-lane: What you shouldn’t do here when driving

The speed limits in Kenya are 50 km/h in town and 110 km/h outside of towns and cities.

By Fred Kagonye | 2 days ago

10 reasons Covid-19 mutates

10 reasons Covid-19 mutates

EXPLAINERS

By Mactilda Mbwenye and Ronald Bett | 3 days ago

Explainer: How Form One selection will be done

Explainer: How Form One selection will be done

EXPLAINERS

By Augustine Oduor | 12 days ago

Bilharzia disables more than it kills victims

HEALTH & SCIENCE

When not treated it may lead to cancer, fertility challenges among men and women

By Mercy Kahenda | 1 hour ago

Cow dung infection, not ‘evil eyes’ kills babies

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Rose Mukonyo | 2 hours ago

Just so you know, detaining patients over bills is illegal

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Mercy Kahenda | 2 hours ago

Divorce leads to depression, hypertension, insomnia

HEALTH & SCIENCE

By Saada Hassan | 3 hours ago

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ENTERTAINMENT

Bo Obama dead: Ex-US President Barack heartbroken as former 'First Dog' dies

By Mirror | 15 hours ago

Bo Obama dead: Ex-US President Barack heartbroken as former 'First Dog' dies

Tawny Kitaen dead: Actress and music video star dies aged 59

By Mirror | 15 hours ago

Tawny Kitaen dead: Actress and music video star dies aged 59

Five dating tips for short men looking to find love

By Nancy Roxanne | 16 hours ago

Five dating tips for short men looking to find love

Six ways to celebrate Mother’s Day at home

By Fay Ngina | 16 hours ago

Six ways to celebrate Mother’s Day at home

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THE NAIROBIAN

Suluhu offers solution to chilly Nairobi, Dar relations

Suluhu offers solution to chilly Nairobi, Dar relations

By Eric Nyakagwa | 10 hours ago

10 types of Kenyan mothers

10 types of Kenyan mothers

By Brian Guserwa | 15 hours ago

Benjamin Zulu: Toxic women are not judged as harshly as men

Benjamin Zulu: Toxic women are not judged as harshly as men

CAPITAL FEATURE

By Brian Guserwa | 18 hours ago

Toxic mums: When your own mother hates you

Toxic mums: When your own mother hates you

CAPITAL FEATURE

By Brian Guserwa | 21 hours ago

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FARM KENYA

How many times should I change wet litter?

How many times should I change wet litter?

By Dr Watson Messo | 15 hours ago

The pain of tick control

By Dr Othieno Joseph | 17 hours ago

Trouble brewing as locals invade Mumias Sugar land

By Brian Kisanji | 2 days ago

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EVE WOMAN

The correct way to do your skin care routine

By Esther Muchene | 16 hours ago

The correct way to do your skin care routine

A mother to children with babies

By Derrick Oluoch | 16 hours ago

A mother to children with babies

My friend offered to carry my baby – for free

By Caroline Okello | 17 hours ago

My friend offered to carry my baby – for free

Mother’s Day: What you didn’t know about this day

By Peris Wambugu | 18 hours ago

Mother’s Day: What you didn’t know about this day