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Security failure? Interior chiefs on the spot over Homa Bay chaos

Kenya's security agencies are under scrutiny over their alleged failure to prevent and effectively respond to the deadly political violence witnessed during the Linda Mwananchi tour of Homa Bay.

By Standard Reporter 17 days ago

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The irony of incompetence, embarrassment at Interior Ministry

Critics say Kenya's Interior Ministry has failed to curb rising insecurity, accusing its leadership of allowing organised crime, political violence and alleged state complicity to flourish.

By Standard Reporter 1 month ago

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From blindfolds to handcuffs and starvation: How state abductees are tortured in secret safe houses

Sources within human rights organisations believe the victims were beaten with rubber batons and had their genitals squeezed.

By Standard Reporter 2 months ago

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Detectives linked to attempted abduction of Standard Editor

Fresh investigations have linked Nakuru-based detectives to the attempted abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich.

By Standard Reporter 2 months ago

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Fury over State's use of abductions to terrorize citizens

The latest disappearances follow what rights groups describe as a pattern that has emerged since the June 2024 Gen Z uprising

By Standard Reporter 2 months ago

Why The Standard will not bow to President Ruto's blackmail

In a sharply worded post, Ruto alleged that The Standard had embarked on a five-day campaign of headlines aimed at discrediting his Kenya Kwanza administration.

By Standard Reporter 2 months ago

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Untouchables: Inside a Cabinet where failure gets rewarded

Critics and political analysts argue that President William Ruto has continued to retain and redeploy underperforming Cabinet and Principal Secretaries.

By Standard Reporter 2 months ago

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Author Kimani sues Aga Khan University, citing discrimination

Author and academic Dr Peter Kimani has sued Aga Khan University over alleged discrimination, unfair labour practices and pay disparities.

By Standard Reporter 2 months ago

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Nganya culture still ruling roads with impunity as public calls for stern action

They are known for wild screams, pimped vehicles, decorative artwork, youthful crew, some with funny names, tinted windows, loud music and reckless driving now commonly known as manyoka.

By Standard Reporter 2 months ago

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Hassan Omar: From rights defender to Ruto's hawkish ally

Omar linked the Kenyatta family and the Kikuyu community to what he described as historical dominance of the country's economy and political power.

By Standard Reporter 3 months ago

Riyadh influence in Sudan war raises questions over military loyalties

Saudi Arabia has drawn renewed attention over its role in Sudan's war after reports said a former Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commander with battlefield influence has surfaced in Riyadh.

By Standard Reporter 3 months ago

Human rights report details Darfur expatriate's 10-year Sudan sentence

Sudan's human rights conditions have worsened since armed conflict erupted in April 2023, with the US State Department documenting allegations of torture and arbitrary detention of civilians.

By Standard Reporter 3 months ago

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Fuel crisis put on back burner as Ruto campaign takes centre stage

Critics accuse the government of ignoring Kenya's worsening economic and fuel crisis, claiming leaders have shifted focus to re-election politics instead of addressing public concerns.

By Standard Reporter 3 months ago

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Empire of goons: Anarchy as assailants join political supremacy battles in Nyanza

Interior PS Raymond Omollo has come under sharp criticism over his association with perceived goons.

By Standard Reporter 4 months ago

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Dubai-based Australian loses Sh78 million in Nairobi fake gold scam

Gaballa works with Sakina Commodities, a licensed company that imports gold into the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

By Standard Reporter 4 months ago

Goons assault rights defender, harass journalists and disrupt press conference

Human rights defender Francis Awino assaulted by suspected hired goons who also harassed journalists and disrupted a press conference in Nairobi.

By Standard Reporter 4 months ago

10 people killed in Gilgil accident

Ten people killed, five others injured in head-on collision involving a matatu and trailer at Kariandusi, Gilgil, on Nairobi-Nakuru highway, Sub-County Police Commander Mwakio confirms.

By Standard Reporter 5 months ago

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Hero or traitor? Atwoli bags sixth term as workers' payslips shrink

Atwoli has been vocal about championing President William Ruto's reelection while turning a blind eye to the fate of workers, as strikes for various groups of workers hurt counties.

By Standard Reporter 5 months ago

Roseline Njogu: The lying PS

The Principal Secretary State Department for Diaspora Affairs, Roseline Njogu, on Wednesday claimed that KTN had invited her for an interview without seeking her consent.

By Standard Reporter 6 months ago

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Goons: The thin line between youth networks and gangs for hire

Interior PS Raymond Omollo, known for youth empowerment programmes, faces criticism.

By Standard Reporter 6 months ago

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Of Lent and Ash Wednesday, their origin and significance

There is a likelihood most of the believers who will honour the Lent period will begin their fete today and they do so by having a mark of the cross on their forehead out of palm tree ash.

By Standard Reporter 6 months ago

Indian nurse infected with Nipah virus dies

According to Reuters News Agency, the nurse was one of two people in the state who were infected and was being treated at a local hospital since last month.

By Standard Reporter 6 months ago

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Alai and Babu Owino in gun drama at high end restaurant

Trouble started after the two politicians unexpectedly bumped into each other at the Cedars Lebanese restaurant in Kilimani.

By Standard Reporter 8 months ago

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The white Probox raising many questions in Jirongo's last moments

CCTV footage of the politician's final five minutes obtained by The Sunday Standard raises questions about his death.

By Standard Reporter 8 months ago

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ACK Bishop accuses Ruto of deluding Nyanza with CS appointments

A bishop from Nyanza has stirred controversy following his criticisms against President William Ruto's administration.

By Standard Reporter 9 months ago

Loan repayment history is key to affordable bank credit, GTBank boss says

Jubril says your credit history is the most important criterion a financial institution will consider when providing a loan.

By Standard Reporter 10 months ago

19 rescued, three missing after boat capsizes in Mombasa

A search and rescue operation is underway for three others who remain missing.

By Standard Reporter 10 months ago

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JKIA's cocaine trail: London police seek answers

In CCTV footage, a Cabinet minister's aide is seen in a queue with alleged drug trafficker. He has been questioned as a person of interest as officers try to unravel the JKIA cocaine web.

By Standard Reporter 10 months ago

Faith Odhiambo resigns from Ruto's victim's compensation panel

The Law Society of Kenya president Faith Odhiambo has resigned from a panel appointed by President William Ruto for compensation of protests victims.

By Standard Reporter 10 months ago

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Bandits in uniform: Of Kenyan police and mysterious love for bullets

On September 29, six serving officers were arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts, where detectives sought to hold them on allegations that they were supplying bandits with bullets.

By Standard Reporter 11 months ago

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Gachagua threatens suit in Sh25m apartment row

The former DP said he was stranger to any arrangement between a property firm and Julia Muthoni Mwangi.

By Standard Reporter 11 months ago

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Attorney General backs Kanja in Sh60b payroll power struggle

Attorney General Dorcas Oduor has backed Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja in his fight with the National Police Service Commission (NPSC) over the Sh60 billion police payroll.

By Standard Reporter 11 months ago

Witness agency left me exposed, claims sexual assault victim

Blogger was put under the Witness Protection Agency after implicating influential people. He says there has been an attempt on his life after he was served poisoned food.

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago

Brace for heavy rains and strong winds- weatherman

Heavy rainfall expected in parts of Rift Valley and Lake Victoria Basin from Sunday, Aug 17 to Tuesday; Kenya MET warns of flash floods and poor visibility.

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago

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Unbowed Lagat returns despite murder probe

Many expected Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat to stay away from office until he is completely cleared over the murder of Albert Ojwang who was a teacher and avid blogger.

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago

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'Dr Aden' fears journos' questions more than a cold July morning

A Waziri's instinct is to overreact. Duale did not disappoint, and acted up like a man who had just been asked: "Babe, why is MPesa texting you, 'I missed my period'?"

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago

Senior government official holding two posts ordered to quit one

Burugu has confirmed that he had received the letter and was preparing handover notes, even as he protested the move.

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago

Media urged to spotlight 'silent emergencies'

The media has been challenged to widen their coverage of humanitarian and development issues in Kenya.

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago

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Embattled DIG Lagat to return to work

During his three-week stay in purgatory, Lagat has been enjoying the full trappings of power and his salary and benefits have been unaffected.

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago

Liaison RE leads regional push to embed ESG into reinsurance strategies

Liaison RE, a Liaison Group subsidiary, yesterday hosted a forum with insurance and reinsurance stakeholders to discuss reinsurance strategies.

By Standard Reporter 1 year ago