The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
President William Ruto has lately gained notoriety for ordering West Kenya Sugar owner Jaswant Singh Rai to withdraw cases he filed against Mumias Sugar or face dire consequences.