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DCI officer accused of allegedly killing his wife detained for 14 days
A DCI officer who is suspected of murdering his wife, was on Thursday arraigned before Makadara Law Courts Principal Magistrate Jane Mbati.
By Lilian 2 months ago
DCI officer accused of allegedly killing his wife detained for 14 days
Tenant charged with alleged malicious damage to property in Kilimani
A tenant has been charged with malicious damage to property after allegedly vandalising a residential premise in Nairobi's Kilimani area.
By Lilian 2 months ago
Tenant charged with alleged malicious damage to property in Kilimani
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How man and woman swindled Sh5.4 million in fake KDF, police jobs
Two suspects were charged at a Makadara court for swindling Sh5.4 million from eleven unsuspecting Kenyans under the pretense of securing them jobs in Kenya Defence Forces.
By Lilian 5 months ago
How man and woman swindled Sh5.4 million in fake KDF, police jobs
Azerbaijan, Kenya step up cooperation on climate action and urban planning ahead of WUF13
The focus on collaboration comes ahead of the World Urban Forum 13 (WUF13) to be hosted by Baku in May 2026.
By Lilian 5 months ago
Azerbaijan, Kenya step up cooperation on climate action and urban planning ahead of WUF13
Tension in Borama persists after deadly unrest amid calls for accountability
Tension remained high in Borama after days of deadly unrest that have widened political fault lines in Somaliland and public demands for accountability over the killing of civilians.
By Lilian 5 months ago
Tension in Borama persists after deadly unrest amid calls for accountability
Property firm wins award for Sh6 billion affordable housing project
A development by GulfCap Real Estate has been recognised with the Best Affordable Housing Project of the Year Award.
By Lilian 5 months ago
Property firm wins award for Sh6 billion affordable housing project
Man charged with threatening to kill mother over witchcraft claims
Philip Mumo is said to have, without lawful excuse, threatened to kill his mother, Jane Katiku, on October 28 at her house in Reuben slums.
By Lilian 5 months ago
Man charged with threatening to kill mother over witchcraft claims
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YouTuber, preacher in court over human sacrifice claims against Jesus Winners Church
Wangui had been hosted on Gitonga's channel when she depicted the Church of Jesus Winner, led by Bishop Edward Mwai, as a cult in the making.
By Lilian 8 months ago
YouTuber, preacher in court over human sacrifice claims against Jesus Winners Church
Bomet High Court cuts damages awarded to child injured in road accident by Sh500,000
A High Court in Bomet has reduced compensation awarded to the family of a minor injured in a road accident from Sh1.1 million to Sh600,000.
By Lilian 8 months ago
Bomet High Court cuts damages awarded to child injured in road accident by Sh500,000
Kenya's path to global impact using innovation
Over the years, Kenyan winners and organisations making a difference locally have shown that when homegrown solutions are nurtured and recognised, they can inspire global change.
By Lilian 1 year ago
Kenya's path to global impact using innovation
Drowning in marketing noise? Here's how to break through
The future of marketing is about building genuine connections, providing real value, and standing for something meaningful.
By Lilian 1 year ago
Drowning in marketing noise? Here's how to break through
Woman in court for drugging then robbing man
A 40-year-old woman has found herself on the wrong side of the law for allegedly putting drugs in a man's drinks at a club before stealing.
By Lilian 1 year ago
Woman in court for drugging then robbing man
Businessman in court over alleged plot to kill girlfriend
A businessman in Shauri Moyo, Nairobi, was arraigned in court for allegedly conspiring to kill a woman said to be his girlfriend.
By Lilian 1 year ago
Businessman in court over alleged plot to kill girlfriend
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I was tortured, forced to confess to Kware killings, Khalusha tells court
Defense lawyer said the suspect requires urgent medical attention after he was subjected to inhumane mistreatment so that he could confess to issues which are alien to him
By Lilian 1 year ago
I was tortured, forced to confess to Kware killings, Khalusha tells court
Man jailed seven years for assaulting police officer
Kakamega Law Courts has sentenced a 24-year-old man to seven years imprisonment for assaulting a police officer.
By Lilian 1 year ago
Man jailed seven years for assaulting police officer
Put your egos aside and consider suffering Kenyans
Countless Kenyans have been left stranded without access to essential medical care because of the ongoing doctors' and clinical officers' strikes.
By Lilian 2 years ago
Put your egos aside and consider suffering Kenyans
Plot to kill son-in-law lands woman in court
Saphina Amudede was accused of conspiring with a security guard to allegedly eliminate her son-in-law in a row over a rented house.
By Lilian 2 years ago
Plot to kill son-in-law lands woman in court
Woman in court over alleged plot to kill son-in-law
The woman was not happy when she was advised by her son-in-law to move out of their home since she was interfering with his life.
By Lilian 2 years ago
Woman in court over alleged plot to kill son-in-law
Ensure corruption does not deny needy varsity students funds
The government should prioritise adequate funding of university and tertiary education as it determines the state of employability of graduates in the country.
By Lilian 2 years ago
Ensure corruption does not deny needy varsity students funds
County government should turn Nyandarua into Kenya's food basket
The county is so rich in agriculture such that during dry spells, cows rely on readily available residues from the harvested maize, which does not affect the milk productivity.
By Lilian 2 years ago
County government should turn Nyandarua into Kenya's food basket
State should make university education affordable for poor
When a clear criterion is not in place to ascertain the neediest cases, then we know that the system is prone to manipulation and abuse.
By Lilian 2 years ago
State should make university education affordable for poor
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I stole Sh212,000 to make my girlfriend happy, Nairobi man tells court
Emmanuel Njenga who hails from Embakasi said he stole the money from his grandmother's bedroom, converted some to Kenyan currency but his girlfriend stole the remaining.
By Lilian 3 years ago
I stole Sh212,000 to make my girlfriend happy, Nairobi man tells court
Raila Odinga deserves respect from Nyanza rebel leaders
Raila's political journey is that which has been progressive and means well for the region and the entire country. The rebels accuse him of autocracy, something which is far from the truth.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Raila Odinga deserves respect from Nyanza rebel leaders
Ruaraka woman in trouble after a man she assaulted with lover dies
According to investigating officer, Oyeko, a mother of four jointly with her new lover not before the court seriously assaulted the deceased before throwing him off the balcony.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Ruaraka woman in trouble after a man she assaulted with lover dies
Man who threatened to chop his mother into pieces freed on Sh200,000 bond
The court heard that 24-year-old Ethan Chege allegedly threatened to chop his mother Anastacia Ndunge into small pieces like vegetables before evicting her from her house in Ruai.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Man who threatened to chop his mother into pieces freed on Sh200,000 bond
Pastor Nderi detained over ex-girlfriend's death
The pastor, who is also a singer reportedly, found the woman unconscious and hanging from the frame of his wardrobe using a bed sheet.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Pastor Nderi detained over ex-girlfriend's death
For the sake of our many needy children, increase NG-CDF allocation
The only way the government can achieve its education goals is to work towards developing communities that ensure no child is left behind on education irrespective of their economic backgrounds.
By Lilian 3 years ago
For the sake of our many needy children, increase NG-CDF allocation
Technology has greatly helped to boost revenue collection
Customs administrations are key players in international trade as frontline agencies in the clearance of goods, people and means of conveyance across borders.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Technology has greatly helped to boost revenue collection
Let president's Nyanza visit lead to revival of stalled projects in region
President William Ruto's recent visit to Nyanza should bear goodwill for the completion of unfinished national government projects in the region.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Let president's Nyanza visit lead to revival of stalled projects in region
New government should set up a coherent communication policy
Communication experts and the media ought to support the government to help move the country forward after the grueling electioneering period
By Lilian 3 years ago
New government should set up a coherent communication policy
Haji orders arrest of Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa
Barasa is wanted over the alleged killing of his opponent's aide at a polling station in Bungoma County on Tuesday, August 9.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Haji orders arrest of Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa
President Kenyatta: I'll not fight back any more
President Kenyatta: I'll not fight back any more
By Lilian 3 years ago
President Kenyatta: I'll not fight back any more
Molo: MP Kuria Kimani faces acid test
Kuria, a youthful MP, is determined to secure a second term in the August 9 elections against six other candidates.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Molo: MP Kuria Kimani faces acid test
Arsenal demolish Chelsea 4-0 -Tuchel reveals why they were beaten
Arsenal on Sunday morning thrashed Chelsea 4-0 in Orlando to win the Florida Cup and continue their impressive pre-season.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Arsenal demolish Chelsea 4-0 -Tuchel reveals why they were beaten
Pre-arrival processing allows speedy release of goods upon arrival
Processing of documents by Customs and other relevant partner government agencies begins when the goods are already at the port, thereby considerably delaying the release process.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Pre-arrival processing allows speedy release of goods upon arrival
Driver charged with touching Congo diplomat inappropriately
Julius Kieti appeared before Makadara Chief Magistrate over claims that he touched the diplomat (KMB) against her will on May 30.
By Lilian 3 years ago
Driver charged with touching Congo diplomat inappropriately
Man suspected of child rape in Dandora detained
A man who allegedly raped and killed a child in Dandora has claimed his life is in danger.
By Lilian 4 years ago
Man suspected of child rape in Dandora detained
Woman charged with stealing Sh78m from employer
Millicent Akeyo Akinyi allegedly stole the funds on diverse dates between December 19, 2019 and September 30, 2021.
By Lilian 4 years ago
Woman charged with stealing Sh78m from employer
Man caught out during curfew says it was his daughter’s birthday
Gitahu pleaded guilty, adding that it was his daughter’s birthday and he couldn't see her without a gift.
By Lilian 5 years ago
Man caught out during curfew says it was his daughter’s birthday
Woman in court for pelting stone at neighbour over taboo claims
The accused, according to particulars presented in court, had been warned by the complainant that sweeping somebody’s doorway in the morning is taboo
By Lilian 5 years ago
Woman in court for pelting stone at neighbour over taboo claims
Ukambani: Chaos, barricades as police battle protesters
Eastern
By Standard Team
5 hrs ago
Fuel protests cripple transport nationwide
National
By Standard Team
5 hrs ago
Fuel crisis: Kenyans on their own as clueless government fumbles transport sector
National
By Edwin Nyarangi and Juliet Omelo
5 hrs ago
Economy suffers billions in lost business as firms remain closed
National
By Macharia Kamau and Esther Dianah
5 hrs ago
PSVs' boycott turns Nairobi into walking city
National
By Standard Team
5 hrs ago
Families feel the pinch as war-hit diaspora remittances shrink
Financial Standard
By Brian Ngugi
5 hrs ago