https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001559174/blow-to-family-as-former-bondeni-ocs-cleared-in-2022-murder-of-teenager 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Blow to family as former Bondeni OCS cleared in 2022 murder of teenager https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QQfQnxfTBGixGAgL4CAm884mMiJ08iA890DlaqMp.jpg The former Officer Commanding Bondeni Police Station (OCS) has been cleared of any involvement in investigations into the 2022 murder of a teenage girl. Blow to family as former Bondeni OCS cleared in 2022 murder of teenager Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559181/from-prison-to-palaces-life-time-and-crimes-of-mr-moneybags 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 From prison to palaces: Life, time and 'crimes' of Mr Moneybags https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NuSKYEyKX5jgM17ZOae0gkclA9QzLdNxwgwZJC1r.jpg Wicknell Munodaani Chivayo, the Zimbabwean tenderpreneur who died in a helicopter crash on Wednesday, built a public persona on luxury cars, presidential handshakes and state contracts. From prison to palaces: Life, time and 'crimes' of Mr Moneybags Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559184/presidents-close-friend-wicknell-chivayo-killed-in-copter-crash 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Presidents close friend Wicknell Chivayo killed in copter crash https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tgqtQ9xEM8lTI6YVVGhmcQsi6K5eDwwX1BqmC3fA.jpg Flamboyant Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo who died on Wednesday evening, maintained close relations with several African presidents, raising eyebrows about their dealings. Presidents close friend Wicknell Chivayo killed in copter crash Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001559192/ruto-renews-attacks-on-uhuru-and-sifuna-as-he-steps-up-coast-development-tour 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Ruto renews attacks on Uhuru and Sifuna as he steps up Coast development tour https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/m9wZeLtOTlqH4ifgK0JbDFcxnyEWuJ5Sjla47HFA.jpg President William Ruto on Thursday intensified attacks on his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of doing little to alleviate the economic suffering of the residents of Taita Taveta County. Ruto renews attacks on Uhuru and Sifuna as he steps up Coast development tour Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001559195/dna-of-five-men-found-in-tob-cohen-murder-probe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 DNA of five men found in Tob Cohen murder probe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Eqt7xvZCHQ9RdqUuXZgz9G2oL4LyvRMc6iFYjqRV.jpg The mystery surrounding Tob Cohen’s death has deepened after a forensic analyst revealed DNA profiles of five unidentified men recovered from items collected during investigations. DNA of five men found in Tob Cohen murder probe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001559196/musevenis-dangote-oil-refinery-dilemma 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Museveni's Dangote oil refinery dilemma https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TZ2bjgSg7jUhoFLGSX9gRnC2poFgIMXZvRw4dDCZ.jpg President Yoweri Museveni has blown hot and cold about the Dangote East African Refinery that broke ground on Wednesday and left the region unsure whether Uganda would invest in the project. Museveni's Dangote oil refinery dilemma Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559197/university-staff-unions-reject-pay-offer-call-nationwide-strike-from-friday 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 University staff unions reject pay offer, call nationwide strike from Friday https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nMBU2TJ5GYpAHkt0HynsmrMmd4OfMzHsJiC7CZDn.jpg Teaching and learning in public universities is set to be disrupted from Friday after three university staff unions rejected a counter-offer by the IPUCCF. University staff unions reject pay offer, call nationwide strike from Friday Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001559201/wanjigi-urges-africa-to-turn-political-freedom-in-economic-power 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Wanjigi urges Africa to turn political freedom in economic power https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/h0pDVFxTyWxWVSV6qvJlzV3JDMIKh0HmRZH95vb5.jpg Jimi Wanjigi has challenged African leaders to match political independence with economic liberation, saying that independence did not dismantle the economic structures inherited with colonialism. Wanjigi urges Africa to turn political freedom in economic power Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/peter-kimani/article/2001559204/fare-thee-well-mr-walker-whose-life-was-full-of-candour-and-valour 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Fare thee well, Mr Walker, whose life was full of candour and valour https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wxgxLs5qgIxdHJcex1Q3icBmXy2f7GwjLu2qB3Ud.jpg The man we buried last week was popularly known as John Walker, which was a corruption of his favourite drink, Johnnie Walker. Fare thee well, Mr Walker, whose life was full of candour and valour Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559207/committee-releases-raila-memorial-itinerary-calls-for-peace 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Committee releases Raila memorial itinerary, calls for peace https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RWoWMzdp3oFQG1Cael3JUGLIpZWMmGZR34cGd8WD.jpg ODM has unveiled a month-long programme to commemorate the first anniversary of the death of Raila Odinga, with a series of events culminating in a major celebration at his home in Bondo. Committee releases Raila memorial itinerary, calls for peace Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559208/leaders-mourn-wicknell-chivayo-as-social-media-celebrates 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-02 Leaders mourn Wicknell Chivayo as social media celebrates https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/w8jZ1noSiaErOhBVipelCVhIS4KqrkNOJbgR0AYg.jpg The death of Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has triggered an unusual mix of grief, shock and celebration on social media, with reactions spilling across Africa. Leaders mourn Wicknell Chivayo as social media celebrates Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-02 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001559063/kenya-power-turns-the-heat-on-homeowners-for-rooftop-solar-installations 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Kenya Power turns the heat on homeowners for rooftop solar installations https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ktRQnyHQ0g5C8yFkJhCI1gUR1f4pk9nzHhX2tnAw.jpg Kenya Power is pushing for mandatory battery-storage standards and tighter controls on grid-connected rooftop solar, citing risks to infrastructure, grid stability and maintenance workers. Kenya Power turns the heat on homeowners for rooftop solar installations Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001559065/aviation-is-unlocking-kenyas-next-tourism-growth-markets 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Aviation is unlocking Kenya's next tourism growth markets https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KQCSrR36xQwx0BXgJ7pWhoLiglfYYgdZzfgOSeQd.jpg Aviation is central to Kenya’s tourism ambitions, particularly as the destination seeks to attract visitors from emerging source markets in the Middle East, Asia and beyond. Aviation is unlocking Kenya's next tourism growth markets Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/elias-mokua/article/2001559067/universities-should-rethink-thesis-writing-in-the-age-of-ai 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Universities should rethink thesis writing in the age of AI https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nmslO3Uk5yAHA1uLhC5uVe1Jy7vbxoeYVbV123dP.jpg An intelligent student who uses AI responsibly can conceptualise a study, analyse textual material and revise successive drafts with considerable efficiency. Universities should rethink thesis writing in the age of AI Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001559068/el-nino-government-should-translate-plans-into-action 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 El Nino: Government should translate plans into action https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/B5gjC9ac8cRFdU3xav44quGYwksBtumiV1oA13fe.jpg El Niño preparedness must include psychological first aid, protection systems, continuity of mental health and psychosocial support, and community mechanisms that protect dignity. El Nino: Government should translate plans into action Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001559069/killing-livestock-should-never-be-part-of-security-operations 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Killing livestock should never be part of security operations https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/E1DgiWJh8Qx6HIdYyexoMzqWNAPnNnzgBoyTaasT.jpg Samburu Senator Lelegwe Ltumbesi told the Senate that 415 goats and 102 cattle were shot dead at Losesia and Nolng'erdeed between September 19 and 21, with two residents wounded. Killing livestock should never be part of security operations Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/editorial/article/2001559070/lets-restore-dignity-and-decency-to-our-politics 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Let's restore dignity and decency to our politics https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VYZrIgeq8P5YG15iCAqT67RcQzsUW5Fx6SXokvzf.jpg When politicians rely on character assassination and vulgar stunts, it signals an inability to articulate coherent solutions for economic pressure, unemployment, or public service delivery. Let's restore dignity and decency to our politics Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001559071/sifuna-gets-party-nod-but-will-he-beat-key-deadlines 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Sifuna gets party nod but will he beat key deadlines? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/MUjPWB95VnC5zuKSgBTfLGGwEmPPE4EBv0felOKx.jpg Edwin Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi Movement has won a legal battle over its proposed name but now faces a tight deadline to secure registration and meet electoral requirements ahead of the 2027 polls. Sifuna gets party nod but will he beat key deadlines? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001559072/stars-seek-redemption-against-guinea 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Stars seek redemption against Guinea https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/V0hP3P7xXpb7jwvt30jaCc9n2P6KOhM9yA0646yw.jpg Harambee Stars face a stern test in Conakry on Thursday 7 pm as they seek to recover from a disappointing start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifying campaign against Guinea. Stars seek redemption against Guinea Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001559073/new-look-shujaa-set-for-africa-sevens 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 New look Shujaa set for Africa Sevens https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/b4P4Sy6KoveOzvW63R3NoKl6EMvhu8G78TOk1Eab.jpg Kenya's Shujaa will field a largely new-look side at the Africa Men’s Sevens tournament in Mauritius, with several regular stars missing as coach Kevin Wambua turns to emerging talent. New look Shujaa set for Africa Sevens Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559074/varsities-closure-looms-as-lecturers-set-to-strike-over-pay-funding-model 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Varsities closure looms as lecturers set to strike over pay, funding model https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RHHFIHmxHAIHwhzrV5ZIfJF0wHpLHn4I5lPapCBH.jpg Public universities face possible disruption from Friday as UASU prepares to strike over a delayed 2025–2029 pay deal and opposition to the proposed loan-based funding model. Varsities closure looms as lecturers set to strike over pay, funding model Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001559075/suspension-of-regional-chairman-triggers-a-storm-at-athletics-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Suspension of regional chairman triggers a storm at Athletics Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vA8Ur1qKnOQBgzuC48mgR9pDFp4zg8sBNR5aBlDY.jpg The suspension of Central Rift Athletics Kenya chairman Abraham Mutai, has, in the last few days, exposed an implosion in the sport’s governing body's top ranks. Suspension of regional chairman triggers a storm at Athletics Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001559078/by-hook-or-crook-sh22tr-lamu-refinery-project-kicks-off-amid-scrutiny 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 By hook or crook: Sh2.2tr Lamu refinery project kicks off amid scrutiny https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/E1qYNBUP6m1JgxZN3NmQpAeTXh02S0dIlseWqM72.jpg Kenya has launched construction of the Sh2.2 trillion Dangote East Africa refinery in Lamu, with regional leaders backing greater local processing of African resources. By hook or crook: Sh2.2tr Lamu refinery project kicks off amid scrutiny Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001559079/lenders-tighten-mortgage-loans-tap-amid-ballooning-bad-loans 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Lenders tighten mortgage loans tap amid ballooning bad loans https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4JAcLrYlVqXpijNl34Kd2b5WKFcsySaEaP7FjCW0.jpg Mortgage accounts with more than one missed payment more than doubled in 2025, pointing to the financial strain a majority of Kenyans are experiencing amid prevailing economic conditions. Lenders tighten mortgage loans tap amid ballooning bad loans Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001559081/muranga-county-moots-plan-to-put-up-industrial-city-to-rival-nairobi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Murang'a County moots plan to put up industrial city to rival Nairobi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Zqdu5He2gVMs1XFnykcvb6jr92t0pjiQ4f7onGSN.jpg Murang’a County is set to build an industrial city on land that Delmonte Kenya ceded to the Murang'a County, based on the proposed development activities across the 1,400 acres of land. Murang'a County moots plan to put up industrial city to rival Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559082/land-row-public-participation-concerns-cloud-refinery-project 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Land row, public participation concerns cloud refinery project https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mYeeimnOaqZWkszItL5i0TV54OSGcdApopj0GHip.jpg Dangote’s Sh2.2 trillion Lamu refinery faces land, compensation, public participation, environmental approval and court challenges that have derailed previous major projects in the region. Land row, public participation concerns cloud refinery project Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001559083/africa-seeks-to-harmonise-training-and-certification-for-boat-operators 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Africa seeks to harmonise training and certification for boat operators https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QtCxCKaDh4FDwnkwS04AbFT9lVX7DBI0LOgzlOU5.jpg Gaps in the training and certification of small-vessel operators across Eastern, Southern and Northern Africa are driving efforts to harmonise standards for coxswains. Africa seeks to harmonise training and certification for boat operators Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001559084/msc-recruitment-deal-opens-cruise-opportunities-to-kenyan-graduates 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 MSC recruitment deal opens cruise opportunities to Kenyan graduates https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xrjwnhBohKhlvs3lqdS9s4QRtYEqY7pCd5bBD4zb.jpg Global cruise operator Mediterranean Shipping Company signalled plans to recruit graduates from Ronald Ngala Utalii College in Kilifi. MSC recruitment deal opens cruise opportunities to Kenyan graduates Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001559085/taiwan-based-shipping-line-launches-weekly-service-to-mombasa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Taiwan-based shipping line launches weekly service to Mombasa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ooFizwe2HBvIlYlSriqDt9IvbtY2PCoMUaHsgySA.jpg A Taiwan-based shipping line InterAsia Lines, has introduced a new weekly service at the Port of Mombasa, strengthening maritime connectivity between India and the East Africa region. Taiwan-based shipping line launches weekly service to Mombasa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001559086/food-transport-costs-squeeze-budgets-as-inflation-hits-68-per-cent 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Food, transport costs squeeze budgets as inflation hits 6.8 per cent https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NoAavzJzVITI5OIAminX8FjmV2Xz0rJsXrEAo7yY.jpg Kenya’s annual inflation rose to 6.8 per cent in September from 6.6 per cent in August, driven mainly by higher food, transport and housing-related costs that continue to squeeze household budgets. Food, transport costs squeeze budgets as inflation hits 6.8 per cent Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001559087/rwanda-fuel-transit-through-kenya-set-to-rise 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Rwanda fuel transit through Kenya set to rise https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/h4BHR6hP2e0wCsi5zkVcaI0whzSraCtz7bElPF3b.jpg Kenya and Rwanda signed an agreement in June to establish the new petroleum supply route and facilitate more efficient movement of fuel to Rwanda. Rwanda fuel transit through Kenya set to rise Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001559088/kalonzo-demands-end-to-abductions-after-visiting-activist-collins-otieno 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Kalonzo demands end to abductions after visiting activist Collins Otieno https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/r4JfVNRDzPku8XhyllXckPwjQOKrZ0X9lptfeNQ4.jpg Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has called for an end to abductions and alleged torture after visiting activist Collins Otieno, urging the government to uphold constitutional rights and due process. Kalonzo demands end to abductions after visiting activist Collins Otieno Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559091/electoral-laws-budget-top-houses-business 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Electoral laws, budget top House's business https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vcgQerT3KRJoVzbkAzyFlIAx8pMb9v8txXAk3GcC.jpg Parliament has resumed sittings with a packed agenda including electoral reforms, the 2026/27 Budget Policy Statement and major education Bills ahead of the 2027 General Election. Electoral laws, budget top House's business Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559092/activists-abductions-defenders-coalition-demands-answers-probe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Activists' abductions: Defenders coalition demands answers, probe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/fUwhQutRcxmVt6VibSb5N16XcU6Z9P7HJqsAueTv.jpg The National Coalition of Human Rights Defenders has called for independent investigations into alleged abductions and torture of activists Collins Otieno and Boniface Mulinge Muteti. Activists' abductions: Defenders coalition demands answers, probe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/tennis/article/2001559095/djokovic-grinds-out-opening-round-win-at-china-open 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Djokovic grinds out opening-round win at China Open https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hw7voPIHINo21I6fPWd4k2cyRBKPCgtQZVSW3DOH.jpg Novak Djokovic overcame Nuno Borges 6-3, 7-6 (7/2) at the China Open to extend his unbeaten Beijing record, while Karen Khachanov upset second seed Felix Auger-Aliassime. Djokovic grinds out opening-round win at China Open Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001559099/countdown-begins-to-biggest-ever-rugby-world-cup 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Countdown begins to biggest ever Rugby World Cup https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IlC7w7iq3vHC9KXr8yYn5YvQrh9nmynLpDme7Yyv.jpg The 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia is set to be the biggest edition yet, expanding to 24 teams and 52 matches across seven cities, with record ticket demand already building. Countdown begins to biggest ever Rugby World Cup Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/athletics/article/2001559102/no-limits-marathon-world-record-holder-sawe-chasing-history 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 'No limits': Marathon world record holder Sawe chasing history https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qa8r1e3ca7eEHtvPGl3uIHw3lNRoKvn9RMWj5kxd.jpg Kenyan marathoner Sabastian Sawe, who ran the first sub-two-hour marathon in London, believes the world record can fall further and is targeting more history at future major races. 'No limits': Marathon world record holder Sawe chasing history Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001559105/guinea-bissau-clip-super-eagles-wings-as-ghana-black-stars-dimmed 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Guinea-Bissau clip Super Eagles' wings as Ghana Black Stars dimmed https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9Juz4Ei7TZhbkURzWskh388DhF1L7K6NvuETuz8O.jpg Ghana, Nigeria and Cape Verde suffered surprise defeats in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying, while Morocco, Senegal and Egypt secured victories. Guinea-Bissau clip Super Eagles' wings as Ghana Black Stars dimmed Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559107/this-man-wicknell-chivayo-zimbabwe-tycoon-who-dined-with-presidents 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 This man Wicknell Chivayo: Zimbabwe tycoon who dined with presidents https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/f3mvnfoGWVzTUTFIuf9R4vjjZEv25d80woTuBYNu.jpg Chivayo described the roughly three-kilometre drive to the helipad as one of the most memorable experiences of his life. This man Wicknell Chivayo: Zimbabwe tycoon who dined with presidents Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001559111/hundreds-held-dozens-wounded-as-french-school-protests-escalate 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Hundreds held, dozens wounded as French school protests escalate https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2VmifgipFmQCPLEDhSZcnlRqEKi65scCNaddqdgy.jpg French security forces on Wednesday detained over 600 people while dozens of police and gendarmes were wounded as protests that have seen blockades of high schools Hundreds held, dozens wounded as French school protests escalate Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559112/ruto-mourns-close-friend-wicknell-chivayo-in-brief-post 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ruto mourns close friend, Wicknell Chivayo in brief post https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vMkwE8rTGSkkq9QApW3cW2Dz8zVaJg9MWel88AZt.jpg President Ruto has mourned Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, describing him as a friend whose energy and “deep conviction” in Africa’s possibilities touched many. Ruto mourns close friend, Wicknell Chivayo in brief post Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001559113/family-seeks-answers-after-uber-driver-goes-missing 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Family seeks answers after Uber driver goes missing https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4xHsCOgrjE7jbeXnEh2zGqORO8aYJLbdYL4nf8s3.jpg A family in Nairobi’s Kahawa West is seeking answers following the disappearance of their kin, Keith Memo Emodia. Family seeks answers after Uber driver goes missing Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559115/cob-exposes-how-sakajas-govt-blew-sh138m-on-foreign-trips 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 CoB exposes how Sakaja's govt blew Sh138m on foreign trips https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UiykukDg3Mit6h1CGDaxj75UWlA0kVUlKFCmdTuZ.jpg The Office of the Controller of Budget has revealed how the Nairobi County Executive blew over Sh130 million on foreign travel during the 2025/26 financial year. CoB exposes how Sakaja's govt blew Sh138m on foreign trips Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001559116/kajiado-set-to-add-three-new-municipalities 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Kajiado set to add three new municipalities https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xdI81sx9ySiKX4Ou42TSat2MmhoyvPSkED3pnKKb.jpg Kajiado County is set to expand its municipal network with the proposed establishment of three new municipalities in Namanga, Kenyawa Poka and Oloitokitok. Kajiado set to add three new municipalities Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001559117/woman-in-hospital-after-tennessees-second-failed-execution-in-2026 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Woman in hospital after Tennessee's second failed execution in 2026 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/g1CFLwWu3JFGBz7ebUqFiPG7E48aeMXSyJVqYjHO.jpg A Tennessee woman convicted of murder survived two lethal injection doses, marking the state's second failed execution in months and prompting it to halt capital punishment this year. Woman in hospital after Tennessee's second failed execution in 2026 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001559118/police-arrest-alleged-illicit-brew-distributor-after-three-deaths-in-kitengela 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Police arrest alleged illicit brew distributor after three deaths in Kitengela https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AVcGIobuhVoJ757kLXpqr7KoedUGDbcVXxYxe4dV.jpg Police in Kitengela, Kajiado County, have arrested a man they suspect of distributing illicit brew linked to the deaths of three people in the area. Police arrest alleged illicit brew distributor after three deaths in Kitengela Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001559119/nine-year-old-drowns-in-private-dam 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Nine-year-old drowns in private dam https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LQ4taR8mP4UOmiAgxSPuJE1KEogJzvld5tDEPjDK.jpg A nine-year-old boy drowned in a private dam in Ndabibi, Naivasha, as police opened an inquest, while a separate motorcycle crash claimed another life along Moi South Lake Road. Nine-year-old drowns in private dam Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001559121/africa-is-building-its-ai-future-who-is-building-it-around-the-citizen 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Africa is building its AI future; who is building it around the citizen? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2By2RXgDMggN5ZhiPYJZNBcH9JTGaAxvyH9DF5JY.jpg Africa’s AI ambitions are accelerating, but the push for smarter cities and digital innovation must be matched by strong safeguards for privacy, accountability, inclusion and human rights. Africa is building its AI future; who is building it around the citizen? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001559122/healthcare-facilities-get-14-days-to-renew-sha-contracts-or-risk-losing-patients 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Healthcare facilities get 14 days to renew SHA contracts or risk losing patients https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xweWtDOGY3QckrrMYhZNPupp6I5md8CKF8T3WZAF.jpg SHA extends hospital contracting deadline by 14 days to October 14; says no further extension will be granted for the 2026-2029 cycle. Healthcare facilities get 14 days to renew SHA contracts or risk losing patients Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559123/ugm-demands-halt-to-sh22tr-dangote-refinery-terms-project-a-scam 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 UGM demands halt to Sh2.2tr Dangote refinery, terms project a 'scam' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8HQPxAqoXkHZDkItuo5ejjCz0pPKm86ZcJ1gDdiL.jpg The United Green Movement (UGM) Party has opposed the planned Sh2.2 trillion ($16 billion) Dangote East Africa Oil Refinery in Lamu, calling for the project to be stopped. UGM demands halt to Sh2.2tr Dangote refinery, terms project a 'scam' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001559124/safaricom-sues-firm-over-sh540m-okoa-bundle-debt 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Safaricom sues firm over Sh540m Okoa bundle debt https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9twI551H5CA3Li86pDi7UwhmzMKSC8P66SBQrugi.jpg Safaricom alleges that Kubwa Capital is now seeking to walk away from the agreement without settling the outstanding amount. Safaricom sues firm over Sh540m Okoa bundle debt Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001559127/laboratories-in-the-country-go-unchecked-as-virtual-inspections-raise-safety-concerns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Laboratories in the country go unchecked as virtual inspections raise safety concerns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gG6k7g0V6NA8R6dR1HJ4gl23QDwebC2ZPCLFOJIB.jpg It has emerged that more than 10,000 facilities handling patient samples are not being physically inspected. Laboratories in the country go unchecked as virtual inspections raise safety concerns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559128/wetangula-calls-for-tax-on-polluters-to-fund-africas-climate-fight 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Wetang'ula calls for tax on polluters to fund Africa's climate fight https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cDtPW7kUnpoodLkjIw4p82RBxfnE8XxDd8aPmUPR.jpg Wetang’ula said African countries needed to move beyond international declarations and establish sustainable financing mechanisms to fund climate adaptation Wetang'ula calls for tax on polluters to fund Africa's climate fight Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001559130/muturi-warns-leaders-against-reckless-ethnic-rhetoric-ahead-of-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Muturi warns leaders against reckless ethnic rhetoric ahead of 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hnEGhC2beQ5Ds2xhEGEtm4rbj8uGmXHnWXVJJUvg.jpg Former AG Justin Muturi has warned against reckless ethnic rhetoric ahead of Kenya’s 2027 election, saying political leaders must protect national cohesion and the principle of equal citizenship. Muturi warns leaders against reckless ethnic rhetoric ahead of 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559131/clergy-raise-alarm-over-rising-political-tensions-corruption-and-ethnic-division 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Clergy raise alarm over rising political tensions, corruption and ethnic division https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/S0MmX94wa6XUtc5UTCpcN3F1DmwEkfBrP7uAVObj.jpg The religious leaders also reminded the political class that they are stewards of public resources and should uphold accountability and transparency. Clergy raise alarm over rising political tensions, corruption and ethnic division Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001559134/family-exhumes-kins-body-after-disputed-burial-in-kisumu 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Family exhumes kin's body after disputed burial in Kisumu https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GCCRiPHxH3kKUTp64WnumyqGfmrE4AtAJYMF13fj.jpg Witnesses told the Ndhiwa Law Court that a 35-year-old man was allegedly buried in a bush in Kisumu, prompting his family to exhume his body and seek the right to give him a dignified burial. Family exhumes kin's body after disputed burial in Kisumu Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559137/counties-urged-to-strengthen-ecde-with-better-pay-facilities 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Counties urged to strengthen ECDE with better pay, facilities https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PnqOkXdrpfQEqrZZngPBNj6LnrFBxEoS7qDrEMCH.jpg Education stakeholders have urged county governments to invest more in ECDE by improving teachers’ pay, training and working conditions while equipping centres with safe, quality learning facilities. Counties urged to strengthen ECDE with better pay, facilities Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559139/atwoli-calls-for-one-union-in-water-sector 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Atwoli calls for one union in water sector https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/atj2bQRZ8CyWMlQaMaKWFlKf4f8a0a3RefUcSxG1.jpg COTU SG Francis Atwoli has urged unions in Kenya’s water sector to merge, arguing that fragmentation weakens workers’ collective bargaining power and undermines efforts to improve their welfare. Atwoli calls for one union in water sector Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001559141/how-dangote-refinery-will-reverse-manufacturing-sectors-declining-fortunes-prop-up-lamu-economy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 How Dangote refinery will reverse manufacturing sector's declining fortunes, prop up Lamu economy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cIw5BE5xeGhCLxbFLowgfVjztITG5w8xjOzgLk8S.jpg The proposed Dangote-backed Lamu refinery is being touted as a potential driver of Kenya’s manufacturing sector and Lamu’s economy, with projections of increased GDP contribution. How Dangote refinery will reverse manufacturing sector's declining fortunes, prop up Lamu economy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559142/kmpdu-criticises-src-over-county-pay-suspension 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 KMPDU criticises SRC over county pay suspension https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/y2hJmR7zU3xMAOSCDWeehUjBCi1RMaBaK46aaEOs.jpg KMPDU has criticised the SRC’s suspension of revised county government remuneration structures, calling for the decision to be reversed and for stakeholders to engage on fair and sustainable pay. KMPDU criticises SRC over county pay suspension Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559143/digital-divide-remains-major-challenge-to-inclusive-development-in-africa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Digital divide remains major challenge to inclusive development in Africa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rZxcnntZX51hmvtktnyCukWlDIR9LDqqtnVkdCiw.jpg The report by digital rights group Paradigm Initiative indicates that while connectivity has improved, access remains uneven, particularly among youth, women, and rural populations. Digital divide remains major challenge to inclusive development in Africa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001559144/family-appeals-for-release-of-herder-abducted-at-hulugho-border 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Family appeals for release of herder abducted at Hulugho border https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/oESpRAaHXQH95IxE398wXMLH852kByAzl1u8kmyr.jpg Relatives of Siyad Abdi Omar and a Garissa human rights activist have called for his release, alleging he was taken by security officers in Hulugho and held at an unknown location. Family appeals for release of herder abducted at Hulugho border Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001559145/with-an-ageing-farming-population-kenyan-youth-urged-to-embrace-agriculture 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 With an ageing farming population, Kenyan youth urged to embrace agriculture https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/F7tumhxNfIJWyufBVrDjzVikoDSy08PdYw33Z7C4.jpg Kenyan youth are encouraged to embrace agriculture as a source of employment and income while helping address the country’s ageing farming population and strengthen food security. With an ageing farming population, Kenyan youth urged to embrace agriculture Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001559146/orengo-breaks-silence-after-linda-mwananchi-settles-on-sifuna 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Orengo breaks silence after Linda Mwananchi settles on Sifuna https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZUyhsbJHB03Qrv14ZR9UJzInvS34plqbIJ3u0nSE.jpg The statement comes days after Orengo missed a key Linda Mwananchi meeting where the movement’s principals resolved to rally behind Sifuna as their presidential candidate. Orengo breaks silence after Linda Mwananchi settles on Sifuna Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559147/how-kenyan-flight-attendants-tended-to-stabbed-flydubai-pilot-mid-flight 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 How Kenyan flight attendants tended to stabbed Flydubai pilot mid-flight https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FHCTATWLGAttnKP1biVOCxifcWIa2bfVpaWZd3Gb.png Two Kenyan flight attendants tended to a stabbed pilot on a Flydubai flight after a cockpit attack sent the plane into a steep descent before it landed safely in Saudi Arabia. How Kenyan flight attendants tended to stabbed Flydubai pilot mid-flight Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001559148/book-sellers-decry-counterfeit-books-in-homa-bay 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Book sellers decry counterfeit books in Homa Bay https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dpwAbFBQySp73k7MExqMw5RUzY23IWtpbdPzUKxs.jpg Booksellers in Homa Bay County are urging the government to crack down on counterfeit textbooks and give them advance notice of syllabus changes to protect consumers. Book sellers decry counterfeit books in Homa Bay Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559151/how-tvet-graduates-can-widen-their-job-prospects-after-training 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 How TVET graduates can widen their job prospects after training https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EsRb3ovSXkSDkDUaZH499ZD6lY848w8mdcK9vMn9.jpg Young people have been challenged to treat technical training as a starting point and pursue further education and skills to widen their employment opportunities. How TVET graduates can widen their job prospects after training Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001559152/nairobi-multi-agency-team-activates-el-nino-command-centre 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Nairobi multi-agency team activates El-Nino Command Centre https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lMl67r1bffkux90A8QT8jDBG5b3HEBS69lYOm87u.jpg The command centre is the latest step in County's push to place all agencies involved in Nairobi’s El Niño preparedness under one command. Nairobi multi-agency team activates El-Nino Command Centre Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559153/dont-use-railas-remembrance-to-raise-money-family-warns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Don't use Raila's remembrance to raise money, family warns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cY5aezvjepLiRufzLgYWf2xaTSgczXgHn7galI2F.jpg Raila Odinga’s anniversary: Official candle lighting in his memory to take place at Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo on October 14, led by Mama Ida, National Steering Committee says. Don't use Raila's remembrance to raise money, family warns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559154/kra-intercepts-40-smartphones-worth-sh82m-at-jkia 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 KRA intercepts 40 smartphones worth Sh8.2m at JKIA https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vGUORO0EnjVk4pVDyENra9vR0AaeCXt2iiMvfzjF.jpg KRA intercepts at least 40 smartphones worth Sh8.2 million at JKIA from passenger arriving from Dubai; devices were hidden in separate luggage. KRA intercepts 40 smartphones worth Sh8.2m at JKIA Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001559155/ara-loses-second-bid-to-seize-sh36-million-from-burundi-businessmans-kenyan-account 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 ARA loses second bid to seize Sh36 million from Burundi businessman's Kenyan Account https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/myPrn91PaHNujVHvoKhHHXmg3MnuJHwINUVJohy1.jpg Court rejects ARA’s bid to seize Sh35.6 million linked to Burundian businessman Nduwimana Aimable over insufficient evidence. ARA loses second bid to seize Sh36 million from Burundi businessman's Kenyan Account Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001559156/breturn-wary-eu-waits-for-actions-not-words-from-uk 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Breturn? Wary EU waits for actions, not words from UK https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EuVybRjbwKaCSww2f3q63DeGz8q4lkxOMAUwpeHV.jpg British Prime Minister Andy Burnham may have shifted the dial by floating a return for his country to the European Union. Breturn? Wary EU waits for actions, not words from UK Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559157/algeria-adopts-law-imposing-death-penalty-on-forest-arsonists 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Algeria adopts law imposing death penalty on forest arsonists https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gwYjRZ3crSIuGWyt3GUJ9dfBc1Bf6MFMlDCV6Ye9.jpg Algerian lawmakers on Thursday adopted a law imposing the death penalty on convicted forest arsonists, after deadly wildfires ripped through swathes of the country in recent weeks. Algeria adopts law imposing death penalty on forest arsonists Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559158/president-mnangagwa-pays-tribute-to-chivayo-as-remains-recovered-from-crash-site 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 President Mnangagwa pays tribute to Chivayo as remains recovered from crash site https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eSBjYfvID6TwNGttWzW6L8AhQPfJHqW5Vwu82xr2.jpg Remains of Wicknell Chivayo, his wife and four others recovered from crash site after an 18-hour operation; authorities say postmortems to be conducted before they are released to families President Mnangagwa pays tribute to Chivayo as remains recovered from crash site Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559159/chivayos-orphans-what-his-death-means-for-zimbabwes-elite 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Chivayo's orphans: What his death means for Zimbabwe's elite https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lLfH31Y8BP1NB6WOQsiSjj4pQjXUWrgPVJ7VPu1Z.jpg Chivayo's lavish lifestyle and extravagant handouts contrasted sharply with the economic hardship of ordinary Zimbabweans. Chivayo's orphans: What his death means for Zimbabwe's elite Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001559160/how-snails-can-make-farmers-money-beyond-food 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 How snails can make farmers money beyond food https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GQloI7dPqsnR7kNiziRJMddY2z8ILm3sAKWbJASL.jpg Farmers are being urged to explore snail farming as an income source, with meat, shells and slime offering opportunities in food, cosmetics and animal feed markets. How snails can make farmers money beyond food Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001559161/smouldering-bins-halted-trams-as-french-pupils-protest 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Smouldering bins, halted trams as French pupils protest https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KTrkVUacgydfy1O8NgHFA0k2vJglG9N6h0eqHm2E.jpg A high school entrance hall caught fire in one French city and teenage protesters blocked trams in another on Thursday, as secondary pupils upped their strike over poor learning conditions. Smouldering bins, halted trams as French pupils protest Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559162/why-kenyan-schools-are-shifting-focus-beyond-exam-results 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Why Kenyan schools are shifting focus beyond exam results https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WLzfdGcjN0XnldFaymN5lsJ7mn6zKie2hbupYEvj.jpg Kenyan schools are shifting beyond exam performance to early career guidance, critical thinking and independent learning as they prepare students for universities and workplaces in a global market. Why Kenyan schools are shifting focus beyond exam results Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001559163/waiter-recounts-tob-cohens-final-hours-before-disappearance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Waiter recounts Tob Cohen's final hours before disappearance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vmYuILwZKuC1yhbSlXPYkOhF6PQsRQYeh7wr3jtA.jpg A waiter has told the High Court that Dutch businessman Tob Cohen left a Parklands bar alone in the early hours of July 20, 2019, hours before his disappearance. Waiter recounts Tob Cohen's final hours before disappearance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001559164/ex-kiambu-assembly-clerk-former-kaa-employee-charged-over-fake-certificates 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ex-Kiambu Assembly clerk, former KAA employee charged over fake certificates https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7e0IN40rm1uE3nBUuACLUJnJ60Zx3CoGIuDgN6Oj.jpg Two former public officers have denied charges over allegations that they used forged academic certificates to secure jobs and earn millions of shillings in salaries. Ex-Kiambu Assembly clerk, former KAA employee charged over fake certificates Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559165/malawi-ex-army-chief-arrested-following-allegations-over-sudan-arms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Malawi ex-army chief arrested following allegations over Sudan arms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/apdkQe1BbB94LorTYmYfHY8RvBwjlcDo3eZwcm5m.jpg Malawi's anti-corruption agency said it arrested the previous army chief on Thursday on allegations including dealing in property linked to "terrorism". Malawi ex-army chief arrested following allegations over Sudan arms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559166/sha-extends-deadlines-as-fewer-hospitals-sign-new-contracts 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 SHA extends deadlines, as fewer hospitals sign new contracts https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2jXAjuH3XOMCJQjOVyk10T2AhGBUZl8pkkOHgBIb.jpg SHA extends hospital contracting deadline to October 14 amid low uptake of new HAKIKA contracts. SHA extends deadlines, as fewer hospitals sign new contracts Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559168/mps-assure-public-their-views-will-shape-education-bill-2026 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 MPs assure public their views will shape Education Bill, 2026 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QGqgzGLKpzwqXnSYvV7HWCbu1lyWsfzcxlYVGczn.jpg The National Assembly Education Committee has assured Kenyans that views gathered during public participation on six proposed education Bills will be considered. MPs assure public their views will shape Education Bill, 2026 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559170/university-students-debate-countering-violent-extremism 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 University students debate countering violent extremism https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6nst5oopyL4Gm6M39BkkPDhjOJTRm5QsjVgAUjfy.jpg “Violent extremist groups are not recruiting the average youth, the want brilliant minds such as the ones we have in our universities,” he said. University students debate countering violent extremism Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001559171/government-rolls-out-nationwide-support-drive-for-small-businesses 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Government rolls out nationwide support drive for small businesses https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XEO1XhGwUMjiSHn7cP1Ok84DsVNN7MHS1mlC4E8c.jpg The government has launched a nationwide drive to connect millions of small businesses with financing, skills, mentorship and markets through a coordinated network of public agencies. Government rolls out nationwide support drive for small businesses Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559172/university-unions-reject-pay-offer 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 University unions reject pay offer https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/08M5s4eIZkagItltfOsozQ85XbFxuTAZui6n1KUg.jpg University unions reject Inter-Public Universities Consultative Forum pay offer, cite inadequate allowances, medical cover and 4pc annual increments, urge members to withdraw labour. University unions reject pay offer Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001559173/ruto-to-sifuna-follow-parliamentary-procedure-to-access-dangote-refinery-deal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ruto to Sifuna: "Follow parliamentary procedure to access Dangote refinery deal" https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6cp79JDQYVzOHV9xLAuZhQSiinZSAb7wxuADYewF.jpg “I want to tell you, if you want the agreement, you know how it’s asked for at Parliament so that it’s brought,” Ruto said. Ruto to Sifuna: "Follow parliamentary procedure to access Dangote refinery deal" Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001559176/mombasa-united-edge-kariobangi-sharks-in-spl-playoffs 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Mombasa United edge Kariobangi Sharks in SPL playoffs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wDJcTzIS84qFaA1WcyZChC2G3xAFH95P1KqWRnjR.jpg Mombasa United took the first step towards securing a place in the delayed SportPesa Premier League after beating Kariobangi Sharks 2-1 in the promotion-relegation playoff first leg. Mombasa United edge Kariobangi Sharks in SPL playoffs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559177/ethiopia-closes-eritrean-embassy-expels-10-diplomats 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ethiopia closes Eritrean embassy, expels 10 diplomats https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JENc1TJ91eJBQh3m9yo0uLV7QRnOPGV93jJbXXkl.jpg The diplomats have been ordered to leave Ethiopia within 48 hours. Ethiopia closes Eritrean embassy, expels 10 diplomats Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559179/chechen-reflections-that-mirror-experiences-of-kenyan-families-suffering-russias-recruitment 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Chechen reflections that mirror experiences of Kenyan families suffering Russia's recruitment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Vq2WQd1raX4XEZYbtUxnnV1SjxJNE0Ied9njyEYX.jpg Kenyans and other Africans have also fallen victim to deceptive recruitment into the Russian army, where they have found themselves fighting against Ukraine, according to available reports. Chechen reflections that mirror experiences of Kenyan families suffering Russia's recruitment Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559182/wetangula-honours-carry-a-greater-duty-to-serve 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Wetang'ula: Honours carry a greater duty to serve https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4nUp6pniwXMl2AbhIWoVFcwwAGPWLrwnBDX4VuGD.jpg National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has challenged recipients of national honours to see their medals not merely as recognition of past achievements. Wetang'ula: Honours carry a greater duty to serve Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559185/ruto-why-lamu-was-chosen-for-dangote-refinery 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ruto: Why Lamu was chosen for Dangote refinery https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5IzJdXswwXTJZFwtqRB9pWPIkI0lp8oXjJHXTFr1.jpg President William Ruto has explained why Lamu emerged as the preferred location for the proposed Dangote refinery. Ruto: Why Lamu was chosen for Dangote refinery Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559190/ruto-says-no-lamu-resident-will-be-displaced-over-oil-refinery-project 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ruto says no Lamu resident will be displaced over oil refinery project https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/T4ZNHLMEJjAjE18mqIEZUWlKwXJL4xd0mP62AiPL.jpg President William Ruto has assured residents of Lamu that no one will be displaced from the main site earmarked for the proposed refinery. Ruto says no Lamu resident will be displaced over oil refinery project Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559194/ruto-downplays-rivalry-over-oil-refinery-in-east-africa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ruto downplays rivalry over oil refinery in East Africa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/C7mH5JyChMveakB9iIbti2cr3tWFCIBk5WSdEP6M.jpg President William Ruto has played down suggestions of rivalry between Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania over competing refinery projects. Ruto downplays rivalry over oil refinery in East Africa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001559199/ethiopia-and-eritrea-break-diplomatic-ties-over-conflict 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ethiopia and Eritrea break diplomatic ties over conflict https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sWl0q6nBxvrcNILlTJrOxn3mhIa8Etc8nXsTqwCt.png Ethiopia accused Eritrea of supporting the TPLF. Ethiopia and Eritrea break diplomatic ties over conflict Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559200/kenya-to-start-extracting-and-transporting-turkana-oil-before-december 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Kenya to start extracting and transporting Turkana oil before December https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dBpyj4btRZ3x4oxyID5b2543fLVBKwVhqqZ8LeMi.jpg President William Ruto has said Kenya expects to begin extracting crude oil from Turkana and transporting it before December. Kenya to start extracting and transporting Turkana oil before December Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001559202/chinese-embassy-hosts-national-day-reception-vows-enhanced-ties-with-nairobi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Chinese Embassy hosts national day reception, vows enhanced ties with Nairobi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9L9LQZUdHRxDRXMk6YmQDxrn8vyY1qrJcHKjXwYi.jpg China regards Kenya as a country of hope, has never interfered in its internal affairs but instead, firmly supported it in safeguarding its sovereignty, security and national dignity. Chinese Embassy hosts national day reception, vows enhanced ties with Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001559203/ruto-announces-more-officers-and-vehicles-in-drug-trafficking-war 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ruto announces more officers and vehicles in drug trafficking war https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RWAePxv5tXu4lBFrp9QLcpHs9wxmRgOnRDZ0uWZk.jpg President William Ruto has announced plans to strengthen the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Anti-Narcotics Unit with more officers. Ruto announces more officers and vehicles in drug trafficking war Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559206/ruto-moves-to-defuse-lecturers-strike-threat 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Ruto moves to defuse lecturers' strike threat https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/55n2KYCQgBsvtzTS363AZ8C6ADah9rThrjhvYXp1.jpg President William Ruto has sought to calm tensions over a threatened university lecturers’ strike, saying the government is engaging the lecturers to address their grievances. Ruto moves to defuse lecturers' strike threat Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001559209/305-mwatate-households-to-get-electricity-under-sh345m-project 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 305 Mwatate households to get electricity under Sh34.5m project https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Z5ZhRYLXmoO3zDitTUBR7zp1mefRPOlp3WFdAYW5.jpg 305 households in Mwatate will get electricity before December after President William Ruto flagged off Sh34.54 million Last Mile Connectivity projects in two villages. 305 Mwatate households to get electricity under Sh34.5m project Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001559210/tsc-promises-better-teachers-welfare-and-promotions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 TSC promises better teachers welfare and promotions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xsuyvTlguPq5KJgh57gDId7OOg0K4LnoYtLzBbV2.jpg The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) is seeking to address long-standing concerns over career progression, staffing, professional development and welfare. TSC promises better teachers welfare and promotions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001559211/talanta-stadium-to-be-ready-by-december-31 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Talanta Stadium to be ready by December 31 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ojaUuGd2BpaYm9slHTFqYtx9ZtF93sjXoDQEni2a.jpg The Raila Odinga Talanta Stadium is expected to be ready by December 31, with construction of the 60,000-seater facility now 94 per cent complete. Talanta Stadium to be ready by December 31 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001559212/trump-vows-to-hit-iran-very-hard-if-linked-to-flydubai-attack 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Trump vows to hit Iran 'very hard' if linked to flydubai attack https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bKdmaBiqlSfd0fYRTA2JLmuMEMA0jFf5YVh6EIvy.jpg US President Donald Trump said Thursday that Tehran was likely involved in an attack by a pilot on a flydubai flight to Israel and that Iran would be "hit very hard" if it was. Trump vows to hit Iran 'very hard' if linked to flydubai attack Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001558963/western-region-pressure 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 Western Region Pressure https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/34LtcTttezdQ0pJ2D9NQ0J8PF8LIVqtM5C6Z2wYl.jpg Western Region Pressure Western Region Pressure Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001558964/in-whose-hands-is-the-money-safe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-01 In whose hands is the money safe? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dgZc5Hxp5kuAG71BeFq5PALvoerflhGu4Q8FCBYR.jpg In whose hands is the money safe? In whose hands is the money safe? 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