US sanctions 16 companies for financing Al-Shabaab operations
The sanctioned individuals and entities were allegedly involved in the raising and laundering of millions of dollars in the interest of al-Shabaab.
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US sanctions 16 companies for financing Al-Shabaab operations
Jacque Maribe lands government job
Former media personality Jacque Maribe has landed a communication job at the Ministry of Public Service.
By 9 days ago
Jacque Maribe lands government job
Westgate fetes 'Wonder of Africa' campaign winners
Petronila Gichuki was announced the grand prize winner of a five-day trip for two to West Turtle Bay and Spa in Mauritius.
By 13 days ago
Westgate fetes 'Wonder of Africa' campaign winners
JSC begins process to remove Justice Mohammed Kullow from office
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has initiated a process to have Justice Mohammed Noor Kullow removed from office.
By 12 days ago
JSC begins process to remove Justice Mohammed Kullow from office
CBK licences 19 digital lenders
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has licensed 19 Digital Credit Providers (DCPs).
By 12 days ago
CBK licences 19 digital lenders
Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident
KCAA said the incident involved a Cessna aircraft belonging to Ninety-Nines Flying School and a Safarilink Aviation Limited Dash 8.
By 13 days ago
Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident
Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident
KCAA said the incident involved a Cessna aircraft belonging to Ninety-Nines Flying School and a Safarilink Aviation Limited Dash 8.
By 13 days ago
Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident
KMPDU Secretary General Davji Atella injured during protests
KMPDU Sec-Gen Davji Atella shot during medical interns demonstrations; Deputy Sec Gen Dennis Miskellah says he has been rushed to Nairobi Hospital.
By 18 days ago
KMPDU Secretary General Davji Atella injured during protests
Inflation in February drops to 6.3 per cent
February inflation rate drops to 6.3 percent from 6.9 percent in January; KNBS says prices in commodities such as housing, water and electricity decreased by 0.8 percent.
By 18 days ago
Inflation in February drops to 6.3 per cent
Ruto, Raila, meet at Museveni's home in Kisozi, Uganda
President William Ruto, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and President Yoweri Museveni met at Kisozi Country Home in Uganda on Monday.
By 20 days ago
Ruto, Raila, meet at Museveni's home in Kisozi, Uganda
KMPDU announces protest on Thursday over delayed internship posting
The Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has announced a peaceful march on Thursday, February 29.
By 21 days ago
 KMPDU announces protest on Thursday over delayed internship posting
There's no division in ODM over Raila's bid for AU job, Sifuna says
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has not made any statement regarding his political future despite quest for a position in the African Union, the party has said.
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There's no division in ODM over Raila's bid for AU job, Sifuna says
Ekeza Sacco founder David Kariuki alias Gakuyo arrested at JKIA
Ekeza Sacco founder David Kariuki Ngare known to many as Gakuyo has been arrested at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
By 26 days ago
Ekeza Sacco founder David Kariuki alias Gakuyo arrested at JKIA
Details of free online training programme 'Itoe dollar' launched by government
The Ministry of Labour announced that the programme would have two training modules. The first is a basic module while the second is an advanced module.
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Details of free online training programme 'Itoe dollar'  launched by government
You have a week to name officials in Sh15m fraud at Beirut hospital, NHIF told
NHIF has a week to release names of officers involved in fraudulent payment worth Sh15m to Beirut Hospital in Eastleigh, Parliamentary Health Committee says.
By 1 month ago
You have a week to name officials in Sh15m fraud at Beirut hospital, NHIF told
Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting, honours Kelvin Kiptum
The president led Cabinet Secretaries in honouring marathon world record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach, Gervais Hakizimana, by observing a minute of silence.
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Ruto chairs Cabinet meeting, honours Kelvin Kiptum
Interior, Energy Ministries top list of staff with forged certificates
More than 2,000 employees in government have forged academic certificates, the Public Service Commission (PSC) has revealed.
By 1 month ago
Interior, Energy Ministries top list of staff with forged certificates
Kitui doctors on strike after talks with union failed
Talks between the County Government and the Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists Dentists Union (KMPDU) failed.
By 1 month ago
Kitui doctors on strike after talks with union failed
No more: Gender CS Aisha Jumwa condemns rising femicide cases
Gender CS Aisha Jumwa condemns recent acts of violence against women, denounces victimization; asks authorities to speed up investigations into the murders.
By 2 months ago
No more: Gender CS Aisha Jumwa condemns rising femicide cases
Ruto to leave the country for Uganda
President Ruto to depart the country today for 2 meetings in Kampala, Uganda; set to hold bilateral meetings with various presidents, State House spokesperson says.
By 2 months ago
Ruto to leave the country for Uganda
Tanzania stops KQ passenger flights between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam
Tanzania has stopped Kenya Airways (KQ) passenger flights between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam effective January 22, 2024.
By 2 months ago
Tanzania stops KQ passenger flights between Nairobi and Dar es Salaam
Fuel prices drop by sh5 in latest EPRA review
Fuel prices have dropped by sh5 in the latest Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) monthly review.
By 2 months ago
Fuel prices drop by sh5 in latest EPRA review
Lawyers' protest still on, LSK says
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) maintains that lawyers will be holding a demonstration on Friday, January 12
By 2 months ago
Lawyers' protest still on, LSK says
In Pictures: Ruto meets Jubilee MCAs at Nakuru State House
President William Ruto met with 120 Members of County Assembly (MCA) from the Jubilee Party at State House, Nakuru on Thursday.
By 2 months ago
In Pictures: Ruto meets Jubilee MCAs at Nakuru State House
6 suspects in court in connection to Sh2.85 billion gold scam
Six suspects have been presented in Milimani court, Nairobi in connection to a Sh2.85 billion mega gold scam that targeted two Malaysian nationals.
By 2 months ago
6 suspects in court in connection to Sh2.85 billion gold scam
DPP: We are yet to receive slain Meru blogger Sniper's file from DCI
ODPP stated that it had yet to receive the inquiry file into the offence of murder from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.
By 2 months ago
DPP: We are yet to receive slain Meru blogger Sniper's file from DCI
Top 10 most read stories on the Standard website in 2023
Journalists at the Standard Media Group have travelled to every corner of the country and even beyond to bring you timely updates in 2023.
By 2 months ago
Top 10 most read stories on the Standard website in 2023
Former President Uhuru's message to Kenyans on Christmas
Former president Uhuru Kenyatta has implored Kenyans to join hands in service to God and humanity.
By 2 months ago
Former President Uhuru's message to Kenyans on Christmas
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 2 months ago
Section of Mombasa Road to be closed for 7 days
President Ruto appoints James Kipsiele as NYS Director General
President Ruto has appointed James Kipsiele Tembur as the Director-General of the National Youth Service.
By 2 months ago
President Ruto appoints James Kipsiele as NYS Director General
KQ CEO: Kenyans shouldn't use derogatory language against institutions, leaders
“I wish we as Kenyans were a little bit more optimistic and we loved ourselves a little more. I wish we didn’t use derogatory language against our own institutions and our own leaders,” he said.
By 2 months ago
KQ CEO: Kenyans shouldn't use derogatory language against institutions, leaders
President Ruto: I can account for every shilling used on foreign travel
President William Ruto claims he can account for every shilling he has used on travel since he assumed office.
By 3 months ago
President Ruto: I can account for every shilling used on foreign travel
CS Owalo fires KBC Acting Managing Director Samuel Maina
The Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (KBC) Managing Director Samuel Maina has been terminated with immediate effect.
By 2 months ago
CS Owalo fires KBC Acting Managing Director Samuel Maina
Canada cites power outages in travel advisory against Kenya
Frequent power outages are among items that have been listed by the Government of Canada as risks when travelling to Kenya. Other items are crime and terrorist attacks.
By 3 months ago
Canada cites power outages in travel advisory against Kenya
Kioni responds after Makau Mutua 'protests' remarks
Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has responded to Azimio la Umoja spokesperson Makau Mutua after he challenged him and the Kamwene leadership forum to stage protests in the country.
By 3 months ago
Kioni responds after Makau Mutua 'protests' remarks
Photos: Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens
As early as 5:30am, Kenyans had started streaming in at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi where this year's Jamhuri Day celebrations are taking place.
By 3 months ago
Photos: Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens
KRA hits one-trillion revenue collection mark
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has hit the one trillion revenue collection mark. This is after the agency collected Sh 1.030 trillion as at December 8, 2023. 
By 3 months ago
KRA hits one-trillion revenue collection mark
ICT Ministry consulted for forensic audit of KCPE 2023 results - Machogu
Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu says the ICT Ministry has been consulted for a forensic audit on the KCPE 2023 results.
By 3 months ago
ICT Ministry consulted for forensic audit of KCPE 2023 results - Machogu
Raila: 2023 KCPE results mess due to government tender wars
Opposition leader Raila Odinga now alleges there was interference in the printing of national examinations.
By 3 months ago
Raila: 2023 KCPE results mess due to government tender wars
Former Foreign Affairs PS Macharia Kamau critiqued over JKIA 'stone age' post
Former Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Macharia Kamau has come under heavy criticism following a post decrying the state of the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). 
By 3 months ago
Former Foreign Affairs PS Macharia Kamau critiqued over JKIA 'stone age' post
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