Collaborative efforts needed to combat marine plastic waste
Beneath the scenic beauty of Kenya's beaches lies an increasingly pressing issue: the proliferation of marine plastic waste.
By Eric Kasina 2 months ago
Collaborative efforts needed to combat marine plastic waste
New collection centre to boost waste bottles recycling
The aggregation centre, the third in Nairobi, was funded by co-funding grant to fund such 12 centres across the country
By James Wanzala 2 months ago
New collection centre to boost waste bottles recycling
Ensure continuity of schools' medical cover programme
The medical cover introduced by the government through the presidential decree in 2018 for more than 3.4 million students in secondary schools will come to an end on December 31, 2023.
By Collins Oyuu 2 months ago
Ensure continuity of schools' medical cover programme
Nyanza has suffered enough; it's time to chart a new path
Popularly known as the grandchildren of Ramogi (nyikwa Ramogi Ajwan'g), may have to engage in political open-heart surgery or else the region will lose its lustre and identity forever.
By Kidi Mwaga 2 months ago
Nyanza has suffered enough; it's time to chart a new path
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Puzzle of secret change of land ownership titles at Ardhi House
If you don't do land search for your property quite often, you have a reason to worry. Cartels are causing disappearance of crucial documents and changing land ownership.
By Julius Chepkwony 2 months ago
Puzzle of secret change of land ownership titles at Ardhi House
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NHIF collections take a hit, leave hospitals and patients in pain
NHIF owes service providers millions as Kenyans withhold their contributions. Transition to SHA in limbo after a court case was filed against the new law.
By Mercy Kahenda 2 months ago
NHIF collections take a hit, leave hospitals and patients in pain
Why Jesus is most likely unhappy with Christians this Christmas
There is a crisis in Christianity. The churches have discredited themselves with spiritual and moral inadequacies.
By Macharia Munene 2 months ago
Why Jesus is most likely unhappy with Christians this Christmas
Nakhumicha speaks on UHC roll-out and ongoing reforms
CS says the Kenya Kwanza government has implemented crucial reforms in the sector and is committed to providing inclusive, effective and accessible health care to all.
By Mercy Kahenda 2 months ago
Nakhumicha speaks on UHC roll-out and ongoing reforms
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Evan Gicheru: Former CJ who opted for private life in retirement
Gicheru was worth Sh224 million and the family has agreed to let the widow administer his estate. He left a rich trail of history in the Judiciary, having served as the longest indigenous CJ.
By Kamau Muthoni 2 months ago
Evan Gicheru: Former CJ who opted for private life in retirement
2023: Year opposition street demos shook confidence of local and foreign investors
Grandstanding between Azimio and Kenya Kwanza over disputed presidential polls and spiralling cost of living threatened to boil over. The business community claimed daily losses of Sh2 billion
By Graham Kajilwa 2 months ago
2023: Year opposition street demos shook confidence of local and foreign investors
Most parts of country are now secure, Interior PS Omollo says
Omollo says nearly 100,000 crime incidents have been reported, a number he believes to be low given Kenya's population of 50 million.
By Brian Otieno 2 months ago
Most parts of country are now secure, Interior PS Omollo says
Bishop Anyolo defies Pope on directive to bless same-sex couples
Nairobi Archbishop Philip Anyolo says blessing would be scandalous to the faith. Pope Francis' last week declaration has sparked controversy especially in Africa.
By Brian Otieno 2 months ago
Bishop Anyolo defies Pope on directive to bless same-sex couples
Messages of hope and peace as Kenyans mark Christmas fete
Messages of peace, reconciliation and hope for the country dominated summons and messages from leaders across the country ahead of today's Christmas celebrations.
By Standard Team 2 months ago
Messages of hope and peace as Kenyans mark Christmas fete
Seven file case to block more Ruto taxes
They say Parliament rubber stamps laws that increase levies without consideration of plight of citizens. AG has sought early hearing dates for cases touching on Finance Act 2023
By Kamau Muthoni 2 months ago
Seven file case to block more Ruto taxes
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Intrigues of Sh10b college project that has left Balala in a tight spot
Conceived by Moi government, it was during Kibaki time that cost was revised from Sh1.9b. Uhuru never visited the site although it was a flagship project for the region.
By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago
Intrigues of Sh10b college project that has left Balala in a tight spot
Raila plans 2024 demos over high cost of living
Raila tells Kenyans to be ready to take part in protests should the prevailing poor state of economy persist. His message strikes a chord with citizens grappling with harsh economic realities.
By Martin Ndiema 2 months ago
Raila plans 2024 demos over high cost of living
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Busia man buys third coffin while awaiting death
The 88-year-old father of 19 says he'll upgrade the coffin if he sees a better design. While some elders have reproved him, others think it's an idea to be copied.
By Alexander Chagema 2 months ago
Busia man buys third coffin while awaiting death
Wolves hang on to beat wasteful Chelsea in sole Premier League Christmas Eve fixture
Chelsea lost 2-1 to Wolves.
By Associated Press 2 months ago
Wolves hang on to beat wasteful Chelsea in sole Premier League Christmas Eve fixture
Leaders share messages of Christmas cheer
Ruto urges Kenyans to emulate birth of Christ and believe in power of humble beginnings. Leaders emphasize on spending time with family and embracing the spirit of giving.
By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago
Leaders share messages of Christmas cheer
Kakamega Homeboyz dethrone AFC Leopards to win 2023 Elijah Lidonde Super Cup
Homeboyz stunned Leopards 1-0 at Bukhungu Stadium on Sunday.
By Rodgers Eshitemi 2 months ago
Kakamega Homeboyz dethrone AFC Leopards to win 2023 Elijah Lidonde Super Cup
Section of Mombasa Road to be closed for 7 days
A section of Mombasa Road (Mombasa bound lane) at Imaara Mall will remain closed seven days.
By Stephanie Wangari 2 months ago
Section of Mombasa Road to be closed for 7 days
Practice safe sex and avoid uninspected meat, Kenyans cautioned ahead of festivity
The Ministry of Health has warned Kenyans against consumption of dead animals and birds during the Christmas festivity season, and illicit sex.
By Mercy Kahenda 2 months ago
Practice safe sex and avoid uninspected meat, Kenyans cautioned ahead of festivity
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Here is how to reverse steep decline of the Nairobi bourse
Stock prices move in response to new information that conveys signals about the risks faced by investors. There's a close relationship between the broader economy and the stock market.
By Odongo Kodongo 2 months ago
Here is how to reverse steep decline of the Nairobi bourse
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Ruto yet to start his land reform agenda at Coast over a year later
President says Sh1 billion has been set aside in the 2023/2024 budget to buy disputed parcels. In Mombasa about 100,000 residents face eviction after disagreeing with landowners.
By Patrick Beja 2 months ago
Ruto yet to start his land reform agenda at Coast over a year later
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Scramble for top schools indictment of our system
It probably doesn't happen anywhere else in the world except in Kenya, where 150,000 students scramble for 400 slots to get into high school.
By XN Iraki 2 months ago
Scramble for top schools indictment of our system
Wanted terrorist behind nine-year carnage in Lamu killed in Somalia
Ayman was among 35 suspects wanted for terror attacks in Lamu and Tana River. He helped British jihadist Thomas Evans to slit the throats of some 85 men in 2014.
By Bernard Sanga 2 months ago
Wanted terrorist behind nine-year carnage in Lamu killed in Somalia
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Intrigues in Tuju's battle to save company from bank takeover
Regional lender EADB is claiming Sh1.5 billion from former minister as unpaid loan and interest. Politician claims judgement entered against him in a British court was flawed and biased.
By Kamau Muthoni 2 months ago
Intrigues in Tuju's battle to save company from bank takeover
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Maisha Namba 'sins' similar to Huduma
In a new onslaught against KK government, the court has heard that mobile technology firms, credit reference bureaus, banks and marketing firms will easily get the digital identity.
By Kamau Muthoni 2 months ago
Maisha Namba 'sins' similar to Huduma
Looming crisis in JSS as teachers threaten to down tools in January
Intern teachers are pushing TSC to offer them permanent and pensionable employment. They were to serve for only a one-year non-renewable contract as interns.
By Emmanuel Kipchumba 2 months ago
Looming crisis in JSS as teachers threaten to down tools in January
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Ruto goes for Uhuru men as State capture commission to be formed
Although Azimio terms it a tool for witch-hunt, Ichung'wah says the commission will look into last year's polls, cases of extrajudicial killings, and economic manipulation
By Benjamin Imende 2 months ago
Ruto goes for Uhuru men as State capture commission to be formed
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The hustlers' din outside my office reminds me who I'm here to serve
As the top government diplomat, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi assures that President William Ruto's trips abroad are strategic in terms of trade and investment.
By Jacob Ng'etich 2 months ago
The hustlers' din outside my office reminds me who I'm here to serve
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Congo's instability is deliberate to drain wealth, impoverish, enslave
Dream of a more stable Congo is dissipating because it is not in the interests of extra-continental powers. Country yet to enjoy independence with locals ending up as victims of external strategies.
By Macharia Munene 2 months ago
Congo's instability is deliberate to drain wealth, impoverish, enslave
KDF soldier and two others arrested over stolen firearm
DCI detectives arrest a KDF soldier and two others in Kiambu; police say they had stolen a gun from a licensed holder in Kirinyaga on November 25.
By Esther Nyambura 2 months ago
KDF soldier and two others arrested over stolen firearm
Man who killed father over food freed after 10 years in remand
Geoffrey Mandela, 28, got a taste of freedom after Justice Chirchir Chebet declared that he was barely an adult when he committed the offense.
By Mary Imenza 2 months ago
Man who killed father over food freed after 10 years in remand
Three dead while others injured in a road accident in Taru, Kwale
Death toll in Taru accident rises to three, 22 people hospitalised at Samburu Sub County Hospital.
By Philip Mwakio 2 months ago
Three dead while others injured in a road accident in Taru, Kwale
Gloomy Christmas as families travel home to celebrate with loved ones
Many travellers were left stranded as matatus and buses hiked their fares on various routes. Kenyans have complained over increased fares and the high cost of basic goods, including food.
By Standard Team 2 months ago
Gloomy Christmas as families travel home to celebrate with loved ones
Arsenal and Liverpool showcase title credentials as Man United off to worst start since 1930
A 2-0 defeat at West Ham was United's 13th in all competitions. In 1930, United lost 16 times before Christmas.
By Associated Press 2 months ago
Arsenal and Liverpool showcase title credentials as Man United off to worst start since 1930
Our carefree holiday manners are a desperate cry for help
The holidays are here with us. What a good excuse for indulging with no guilt, and no judgment! You can throw all caution to the wind as well as money at things. Let us relish in the great pretense.
By Chuck Maringa 2 months ago
Our carefree holiday manners are a desperate cry for help
Kenyans stay on course to book slots to Paris Olympic Games
The top three countries qualified for the final stage of the Olympic Games qualifiers set for next year.
By Ernest Ndunda 2 months ago
Kenyans stay on course to book slots to Paris Olympic Games
Govt aims for 100 per cent clean cooking in four years
More than 2,000 Nairobi Residents on Wednesday received clean cooking gas is in line with the government's objective of environment conservation.
By Ronald Kipruto 2 months ago
Govt aims for 100 per cent clean cooking in four years
Transport tycoon's widow battles lender over Sh174m 'fictitious' loan
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