Home player Sang tees off to victory at Sunset tourney in Nyali

Home player Willy Sang won the top prize at the Sunset Golfing Society at Nyali Golf and Country Club on Saturday.

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Dropout persist as learners exit CBE system

At least 151,691 pioneer CBE learners have dropped out of school before reaching Grade 10, KNEC says the situation raises alarm over retention gaps in education.

By Ha 11 days ago

Governor Kachapin warns against illegal gold mining in West Pokot

West Pokot Governor Simon Kachapin has warned of imminent legal action against illegal gold mining in the county.

By Ha 11 days ago

Inside government's fresh bid to fix Competency-Based Education gaps

With mounting pressure to deliver an education system that is equitable and relevant to learners, stakeholders will converge in Nairobi for a high-level national symposium convened by Knec.

By Ha 11 days ago

Retire or Be On Our Side

Retire or Be On Our Side

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Breaking the Odinga spell on the Luo

The Odinga family's long political influence over the Luo community is waning, with emerging leaders and shifting alliances signalling the end of "Odingaism."

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Probe uncovers hidden charges, inflated fees in elite schools

A government probe into elite schools has uncovered inflated fees and hidden charges, exposing widespread financial mismanagement that is burdening parents.

By Ha 11 days ago

Why The Standard is paying the price for speaking the truth

The truth has a price. At the Standard Group, we have paid it for 124 years. We are not about to stop now. We have the courage to stand alone!

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Kenya turns to AI to close Sh6 billion disability gap

Kenya has launched an AI-driven initiative to improve inclusion for persons with disabilities, aiming to close a Sh6 billion annual productivity gap caused by digital exclusion.

By Ha 11 days ago

EPZA assures workers of negotiations over terminal dues

The government has raised concerns over the delayed payment of more than 3,000 suspended workers at the Export Processing Zone in Athi River.

By Ha 12 days ago

Fuel Prices

Fuel Prices

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Sakaja urges calm as Nairobi intensifies crackdown on illegal developments

Sakaja warned that rogue planning officers could face disciplinary action.

By Ha 12 days ago

Gachagua defends Uhuru, urges end to attacks by Kenya Kwanza leaders

Gachagua dismissed claims of disunity, saying the current phase allows aspirants to build their political bases.

By Ha 12 days ago

Ruto defends timely disbursement of capitation funds

Ruto argued politicians to support reforms to improve learning conditions.

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Ruto government under scrutiny over duplication of roles

The government has introduced a Bill that seeks to establish an authority to license hospitals, accredit facilities, iand enforce compliance despite similar roles being performed by other agencies.

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Ruto preaches wine and drinks water on ethnic politics

Ruto's ethnic mobilization remarks and regional political blocs fuel debate over rising tribal politics ahead of 2027 polls.

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Fight for numbers: Why Ruto's political footing looks fragile

President Ruto voiced frustration over low voter registration in the Rift Valley, with Mt Kenya hostile, a region that supported his last bid, he needs another huge voting bloc.

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Why William Ruto has every reason to panic

Political analyst Martin Oloo avers that Ruto's utterances in Bomet point to panic and a desperate bid to rally his backyard.

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Battle for Maa vote as Jubilee, DCP woo Maasai

Jubilee and DCP intensify push for Maa vote as Uhuru and Gachagua court key counties ahead of 2027 polls.

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When systems are not trusted, agency finds another path

Voter registration drives, decentralised civic networks, and issue-based organising are less visible than protest, but potentially more consequential.

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Can a judge err in reasoning, what is remedy?

The Constitution does not permit a judge to adopt any single school of legal reasoning as a fixed position.

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Blood on volatile border: Grief, rage and residents' fragile search for peace

For decades, the bloodletting along the porous border has seen the death of hundreds of people, sometimes out of retaliatory attacks, and resulted in mass displacement of people.

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'Tutam': The shame of turning national holiday into campaign rally

National holiday made a campaign rally for upcoming 2027 General Election. Leaders hail President Ruto's performance, put workers welfare at back banner.

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Gachagua cautions motorists over low-quality fuel

Gachagua claimed that excessive sulphur content in imported fuel could have devastating mechanical effects, warning of "national crisis" in the near future.

By Ha 13 days ago

Birds of a Feather

Birds of a Feather

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Microfinance lenders seek law review on capital requirements

They say the 20 per cent cash or near-cash liquidity ratio threshold under the Microfinance Act and reporting standards has affected their cash flows.

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Erasing wisdom? Why we risk losing heritage as custodians of culture become targets of violence

As Kenya and Africa push forward into an era shaped by technology, urbanisation and globalisation, it risks leaving behind the people who hold its past.

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Sifuna: For 'wantam' to actualise, United Opposition must make hard decisions

Edwin Sifuna says opposition groups led by Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua will unite under a joint strategy to select a candidate aimed at unseating President William Ruto in 2027.

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Poor pay, double taxation and falling incomes mask Kenya's growth

Workers in the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector, which contributes the lion's share to the country's GDP are struggling to afford the same food items they produce and process.

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From increased fees to misuse of funds, the shame of Alliance Girls

Alliance Girls High School, is at the centre of a storm over what the government and parents describe as inflated fees, illegal levies and questionable financial practices.

By Ha 14 days ago

Agro-based firms decline weighs on industrial growth

The slow growth recorded in agriculture in 2025 crept into the manufacturing sector, whose gross value added grew by two per cent in the period compared to three per cent in 2024.

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Kalonzo links Kitui clashes to plot by State to delay General Election

Kalonzo Musyoka has accused the government of politicising Akamba-Somali clashes to influence elections.

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MPs push for tougher NCIC powers to "bite harder" on hate speech

Lawmakers are now calling for the bestowing of prosecutorial powers on the NCIC ahead of the 2027 General Election to curb political indiscipline.

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Unfavourable rains slow down agriculture output to 3.1 per cent

Growth in the agricultural sector slumped last year due to unfavourable weather patterns characterised by below-average rainfall, which affected key crops.

By Ha 14 days ago

Wajir races to complete projects ahead of Madaraka Day

The town of Wajir is undergoing major transformation as Kenya prepares to mark this year's Madaraka Day celebrations in the county for the first time.

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Luhya unity: Mudavadi, Wetangula no longer at ease, rush to meet Western MPs

Wetang'ula, Mudavadi and Oparanya on Wednesday met more than 30 MPs from Western region to strategise on how they will approach next year's polls

By Ha 15 days ago

Alliance Girls board faces disbandment over inflated fees

The Education Ministry recommends dissolution of Alliance Girls' Board of Management after revelations it approved an inflated Sh120,000 school fee instead of approved Sh53,554; probe ongoing.

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Ruto to Mt Kenya: You have the largest share of government

President Ruto has pleaded with Mt Kenya region not to abandon him for his former Deputy Rigathi Gachagua saying, the region had occupied 40 per cent share of his administration.

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Of job creation, cost of living and inflation: Survey punctures Ruto's narrative on economic resilience

Kenya's economy slowed to 4.6% in 2025, missing targets as weak agriculture, manufacturing, rising fuel costs, debt pressure and climate shocks threaten 2026 growth.

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Dramatic scenes as former senator Orwoba is arrested, released

Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba was on Wednesday arrested after an unsuccessful attempt to access the precincts of Parliament.

By Ha 15 days ago