https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560909/smooth-start-to-national-exams-as-new-security-measures-rolled-out 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-27 Smooth start to national exams as new security measures rolled out https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/P1tOi5h5filfbErdoJlUM8zkRBsPxxf11Cr5RRrO.jpg Over 2.58 million primary learners began KPSEA and KJSEA assessments smoothly, with tight security and no major incidents reported. Smooth start to national exams as new security measures rolled out Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560910/refugee-teachers-committed-to-job-trapped-in-poor-work-conditions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-27 Refugee teachers: Committed to job, trapped in poor work conditions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XqrJIZVGssyu7udzWxgGi9wtvOs5bCjvbP6IMev4.jpg Refugee teachers in Kenya face low pay, insecure contracts and poor working conditions despite strong commitment to their learners. Refugee teachers: Committed to job, trapped in poor work conditions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560911/closing-ranks-opposition-unity-talks-intensify-as-gachagua-hosts-kalonzo-wamalwa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-27 Closing ranks: Opposition unity talks intensify as Gachagua hosts Kalonzo, Wamalwa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tWLSLCwqbuIT6TCErcWcJdZunW0aEOtI6LdNv43u.jpg Gachagua, Kalonzo and Wamalwa hold talks on opposition unity, agreeing to name a 2027 presidential candidate early next year. Closing ranks: Opposition unity talks intensify as Gachagua hosts Kalonzo, Wamalwa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560912/boat-used-to-ferry-drugs-handed-to-maritime-agency 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-27 Boat used to ferry drugs handed to maritime agency https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QECxeTRCgZQTltgIyujAPJKNsQiRS3jiZwEbcebc.jpg The High Court has ordered the forfeiture of a vessel intercepted with Sh8.2 billion worth of crystal meth to the State. Boat used to ferry drugs handed to maritime agency Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560913/rutos-claims-of-uhurus-state-capture-come-back-to-haunt-him 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-27 Ruto's claims of Uhuru's State capture come back to haunt him https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sYy7bKWgkZCIHPmOGB9bJkSXDBoXmxdLYXtocJ00.jpg Ndindi Nyoro and Rigathi Gachagua have accused President Ruto of having personal interests in public ventures, echoing his past criticism of Uhuru Kenyatta. Ruto's claims of Uhuru's State capture come back to haunt him Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560914/lecturers-fury-as-state-slashes-salary-proposal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-27 Lecturers' fury as State slashes salary proposal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tMeolor3cIA2QR19IK8ywfHWsbd54iUsDlUa0xqa.jpg University lecturers vow to intensify their strike after the government cuts its pay offer to Sh11.95 billion, prolonging disruptions in public universities. Lecturers' fury as State slashes salary proposal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/editorial/article/2001560835/allow-hospital-to-carry-on-with-its-business-now 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Allow hospital to carry on with its business now https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QrhRmFaosI8Mr906GIMcGBnV6d0pO8xdICVR39ML.jpg Nakuru County should respect the court ruling on War Memorial Hospital’s ownership of its land and allow the facility to reopen and restore essential healthcare services without interference. Allow hospital to carry on with its business now Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560837/mandatory-death-sentence-for-robbery-with-violence-unconstitutional-court-rules 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Mandatory death sentence for robbery with violence unconstitutional, court rules https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jIPlDqnL2aNMJrbaeFbS4Q5wiVUHOkQrXDljA3Qu.jpg The High Court has ruled that mandatory death sentences for robbery with violence are unconstitutional, calling for sentencing reforms that consider the circumstances of each case. Mandatory death sentence for robbery with violence unconstitutional, court rules Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560840/a-decade-of-stadium-promises-but-little-action-on-the-ground 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 A decade of stadium promises but little action on the ground https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AvEKxkUbbmqhF9PQgzOttUt5IQieXOeKVJqOjCOw.jpg President Ruto’s plan to build 32 stadiums promises to boost Kenyan sports, but concerns remain over deadlines, construction quality and maintenance. A decade of stadium promises but little action on the ground Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001560844/sakajas-fatal-failures-exposed-as-city-hall-remains-dogged-by-corruption-cartels 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Sakaja's fatal failures exposed as City Hall remains dogged by corruption, cartels https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ra1iUI4OwL5uOiFgqTM9N9Fp4qxjZWgHdOnlqbXA.jpg Nairobi’s Eastleigh building collapse exposes persistent failures in construction oversight, enforcement and accountability despite repeated warnings and previous tragedies. Sakaja's fatal failures exposed as City Hall remains dogged by corruption, cartels Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001560846/how-city-hall-cartels-mint-millions-from-irregular-building-approvals 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 How City Hall cartels mint millions from irregular building approvals https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JJycmJ3uoyLUnUQMg3E1lq85cblbZnnNluqXs3qJ.jpg Nairobi’s building approval system faces fresh corruption allegations as rescue teams continue searching for dozens of people missing after the Eastleigh building collapse. How City Hall cartels mint millions from irregular building approvals Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001560847/is-ruto-trying-to-win-kalonzo-or-split-his-ukambani-support-base 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Is Ruto trying to win Kalonzo or split his Ukambani support base? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XCKJRwCOCUefPH1fMqvpLGtzUIvyJcLEEur6FrWb.jpg Ruto’s praise of Kalonzo during his Ukambani tour has sparked speculation over whether he seeks an alliance or aims to weaken the opposition ahead of 2027. Is Ruto trying to win Kalonzo or split his Ukambani support base? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560850/affordable-housing-accountability-test-as-senate-requests-audit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Affordable housing accountability test as Senate requests audit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gFqsqZnXnuLswbl8euGJLa8uMZcQpkhY35tHDIkL.jpg Senators are demanding a full audit of Ruto’s affordable housing programme over concerns about project costs, transparency, occupancy and the use of housing levy funds. Affordable housing accountability test as Senate requests audit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560852/when-you-clip-wings-of-scholars-do-not-expect-the-children-to-fly 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 When you clip wings of scholars, do not expect the children to fly https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wLNcZmgavS4Sr1U6rkr3i5U7kkgxeI52j5b3m6PN.jpg The article criticises poor pay for Kenyan lecturers and professors, urging the government to honour salary agreements and value education. When you clip wings of scholars, do not expect the children to fly Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560853/odm-leaders-should-leave-ida-to-mourn-her-husband-in-peace 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 ODM leaders should leave Ida to mourn her husband in peace https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5r13UkgK0P2h0WKcD3KuR6vuLqHAP4pTB8UfcaOa.jpg The article urges ODM leaders to stop politicising Raila Odinga’s memorial and allow his widow, Ida Odinga, to mourn in peace. ODM leaders should leave Ida to mourn her husband in peace Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560854/kenyas-el-nino-test-turning-climate-forecasts-into-resilience 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Kenya's El Nino Test: Turning climate forecasts into resilience https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DlD7QtiN5s00LE7Zs3EU99PPSsdzrhb7vfh14ysy.jpg Kenya must turn El Niño forecasts into coordinated preparedness through better early warnings, hydrological monitoring, professional collaboration and long-term investment in resilient infrastructure. Kenya's El Nino Test: Turning climate forecasts into resilience Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/macharia-munene/article/2001560855/leaders-to-blame-for-global-trust-deficit-and-declining-multilateralism 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Leaders to blame for global trust deficit and declining multilateralism https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ClWvQGxfilVITrmwJIkh4wfDvNXMwVw5S2WmErKh.jpg The article argues that irresponsible, “untouchable” leaders are eroding public trust and weakening multilateral cooperation, urging global institutions to hold those in power accountable. Leaders to blame for global trust deficit and declining multilateralism Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560856/hidden-heart-threats-women-face-through-life 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Hidden heart threats women face through life https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/i7hKqizWLd72TgZvnFCj9ShifHjcnTlzC0fXYQjv.jpg Pregnancy complications, hormonal changes and metabolic conditions can increase women’s risk of heart disease. Hidden heart threats women face through life Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560857/kuppet-demands-better-terms-for-exam-teachers 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Kuppet demands better terms for exam teachers https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/U4I1bUCQgQVWSLUOjGZYGg0kkGeuUn2P0U5bthwT.jpg Kuppet has threatened to boycott national examination supervision and marking over Sh600 payments, while urging teachers to oppose proposed education bills. Kuppet demands better terms for exam teachers Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001560859/bribery-claims-emerge-as-nakuru-mcas-vote-against-ouster-motions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Bribery claims emerge as Nakuru MCAs vote against ouster motions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UE4pePpoZ1tbUnU9FRLKZDcU5SfJrsiFJlnY8AcF.jpg Nakuru MCAs’ push for accountability collapsed after impeachment motions against two county executives failed or were withdrawn, amid allegations of bribery. Bribery claims emerge as Nakuru MCAs vote against ouster motions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001560604/nairobis-luxury-market-draws-global-watch-brands 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Nairobi's luxury market draws global watch brands https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gD4RUSQYJFw9OneRyCsfLsdLqnafiI9bY9uBsfOq.jpg Nairobi's luxury retail market is attracting international brands seeking to reach wealthy consumers, with high-end watches emerging as one of the categories competing for a share of premium spending. Nairobi's luxury market draws global watch brands Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560860/leopards-drop-their-prey-in-day-of-draws 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Leopards drop their prey in day of draws https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nQdsrrF6YLaphHBYN0eFeccxrjs5AHKwRUPdS3BF.jpg AFC Leopards and Shabana FC played out a goalless draw after Kayci Odhiambo missed a penalty, while newly promoted 3K FC claimed their first top-flight win. Leopards drop their prey in day of draws Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560861/cut-against-their-will-how-fgm-leaves-lasting-scars-on-girls-women 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Cut against their will: How FGM leaves lasting scars on girls, women https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9jtxI33pBN1AXkhY2I0HpOfsdyffYKOfQRCdYkgJ.jpg FGM can cause lasting physical and psychological harm to girls and women, highlighting the need for prevention, survivor support, and stronger community awareness. Cut against their will: How FGM leaves lasting scars on girls, women Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/tech-innovation/article/2001560862/junior-high-students-turn-lessons-into-solar-powered-car 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Junior high students turn lessons into solar-powered car https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pDaxvCdPPN628xfh43FprmAiulf11I90FZm4jQ5H.jpg Grade 9 students at Radiance Academy in Nakuru have built a solar-powered electric car using locally sourced materials, gaining practical skills in engineering, programming and renewable energy. Junior high students turn lessons into solar-powered car Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560863/more-than-skin-deep-living-a-life-full-of-confidence-with-psoriasis 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 More than skin deep: Living a life full of confidence with psoriasis https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BFgJnm9WhX9FIxWJyeYfFl7Rn5ynGqEG7MUK9SAk.jpg Psoriasis patients in Kenya face stigma and costly treatment, highlighting the need for affordable care and public awareness. More than skin deep: Living a life full of confidence with psoriasis Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560864/every-second-counts-how-cpr-can-save-a-life 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Every second counts: How CPR can save a life https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cBjDMnX9YvzO7km0Ars3ZZGQeAXxkAoiAgUZTuiZ.jpg CPR can save lives during cardiac arrest, and experts urge Kenyans to learn chest compressions and improve emergency response. Every second counts: How CPR can save a life Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560865/junior-starlets-thump-samoa-4-0-make-history-with-world-cup-last-16-breakthrough 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Junior Starlets thump Samoa 4-0, make history with World Cup last-16 breakthrough https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nOwbydMLGpcO0qtgX5Nocq5K8DDEmkyWOC4DnXUC.jpg Kenya’s Junior Starlets make history by reaching the Round of 16 at the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup for the first time after a commanding 4-0 victory over Samoa Junior Starlets thump Samoa 4-0, make history with World Cup last-16 breakthrough Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001560866/brazils-lula-clinches-poll-victory-bolsonaro-seeks-to-annul-election 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Brazil's Lula clinches poll victory, Bolsonaro seeks to annul election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/54yeTf8hDIMY8iQ7eHhfVYaFnSCVXwpE1IyPjGIN.jpg Already one of the world's oldest leaders, Lula will be 85 by the end of his new term in 2030. Brazil's Lula clinches poll victory, Bolsonaro seeks to annul election Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560868/groups-gather-in-nairobi-cbd-ahead-of-fuel-hike-protests 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Groups gather in Nairobi CBD ahead of fuel hike protests https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GYB5wkKnvKWeOOly9fjcGgYYjAvEdh3p7Ve6dDK2.jpg The coalition pledged to maintain peace, ensure orderly participation, and respect the rights of the public throughout the march. Groups gather in Nairobi CBD ahead of fuel hike protests Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560869/25-million-learners-begin-kpsea-kjsea-assessments 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 2.5 Million learners begin KPSEA, KJSEA assessments https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XXP9Mi760HoOBUYN3gemNPm6193hRVJn3uki34UI.jpg More than 2.5 million learners began the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) on October 26, 2026. 2.5 Million learners begin KPSEA, KJSEA assessments Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001560871/ruto-woos-ukambani-with-projects-in-bid-to-loosen-kalonzos-grip 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Ruto woos Ukambani with projects in bid to loosen Kalonzo's grip https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eJYZmf2dJAOD9IGXANoxNDPqDIuuP0eTB6EFJ0zu.jpg To local political observers, this strategy is a calculated move to capture a share of Kalonzo Musyoka's support base while weakening the opposition. Ruto woos Ukambani with projects in bid to loosen Kalonzo's grip Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560873/mudavadi-heads-to-moscow-for-russiaafrica-summit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Mudavadi heads to Moscow for RussiaAfrica Summit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9X5Xc8n9u2sUr0n4AKm4LdANEOUShPSngzQp3uZS.jpg Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi heads to Moscow, Russia, ahead of the Third Russia–Africa Summit and the accompanying Russia–Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum Mudavadi heads to Moscow for RussiaAfrica Summit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560876/why-utumishi-girls-murder-suspects-are-seeking-plea-bargain-deal-with-dpp 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Why Utumishi Girls murder suspects are seeking plea bargain deal with DPP https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/X7zunBk3WxKYrv9X2iESPPWhAFEaOSMXU2BR6Eoc.jpg Two of the eight minors charged over the deaths of 16 Utumishi Girls Academy students have initiated plea-bargaining requests with DPP weeks after being denied bail. Why Utumishi Girls murder suspects are seeking plea bargain deal with DPP Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560878/landlord-accused-of-spending-sh67-million-wrongly-sent-to-bank-account-arrested 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Landlord accused of spending Sh6.7 million wrongly sent to bank account arrested https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/G2K9scSlHApDpI2nYi90P62TMHt1rsGtPg7oZhQO.jpg The suspect did not just acknowledge the windfall but allegedly spent the excess cash with no remorse. Landlord accused of spending Sh6.7 million wrongly sent to bank account arrested Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560880/linda-mwananchi-condemns-abduction-of-tanzanian-activist-in-machakos 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Linda Mwananchi condemns abduction of Tanzanian activist in Machakos https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/d7xVqc9EHlRLv952kgCO1I2QCLCs24ShKo0iO4J2.jpg Linda Mwananchi condemns the abduction of Tanzanian activist Twaha Mwaipaya in Machakos, demanding his whereabouts, protection and an independent investigation. Linda Mwananchi condemns abduction of Tanzanian activist in Machakos Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560881/gachagua-hosts-kalonzo-at-wamunyoro-for-2027-political-talks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Gachagua hosts Kalonzo at Wamunyoro for 2027 political talks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qmMD9uqwboOG6hq4xyBpmzMQRtZIa3e2u7MRSZ4z.jpg DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua is meeting Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka and team at Wamunyoro home for talks on possible political formation ahead of 2027. Gachagua hosts Kalonzo at Wamunyoro for 2027 political talks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560883/kmpdu-begins-cba-talks-with-government 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 KMPDU begins CBA talks with government https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1p39SXAY2fGw955hqV9XWtBAqVMgDEAAhPWqXFyw.jpg KMPDU begins dialogue over the 2025–2029 doctors' CBA, with national talks set for October 26–27 and county negotiations starting October 29–30, targeting a December deal. KMPDU begins CBA talks with government Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560885/ogamba-warns-against-exam-malpractice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Ogamba warns against exam malpractice https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GaQWn03h8IiHN6LaClW2riuoDoNOn5GmoMA83is9.jpg Some 2.5 million learners are sitting for KPSEA and KJSEA assessments across the country; Education CS Julius Ogamba oversees opening of exam containers in Makindu. Ogamba warns against exam malpractice Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560886/police-linked-to-murders-of-mbobu-mutiso-detained-for-14-days 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Police linked to murders of Mbobu, Mutiso detained for 14 days https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/o5bQbkTrtm6aAJUzSMn9lPr0kTHLfM5q15ZJBmkZ.jpg Fugitive Inspector Kenneth Sang has been detained for two more weeks over the murders of city lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu and Dr Victoria Mutiso. Police linked to murders of Mbobu, Mutiso detained for 14 days Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560887/dpp-orders-dci-probe-into-eastleigh-building-collapse 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 DPP orders DCI probe into Eastleigh building collapse https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wZVJaZeFzbcD3dxTd4tcJdY4apXNeW4kACmc3JKM.jpg DPP Ingonga has directed DCI to investigate possible negligence by Nairobi County officials, developers and contractors in planning and construction after Eastleigh building collapsed. DPP orders DCI probe into Eastleigh building collapse Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560889/university-lecturers-vow-to-hold-on-strike 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 University lecturers vow to hold on strike https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cv55DgujL9nN91xjpKpVpSPhzgqxiaWOIPb0pvVz.jpg University staff salary talks collapses again after UASU, KUSU and KUDHEIHA reject government's Sh11.9 billion counteroffer for 2025–2029 CBA. University lecturers vow to hold on strike Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560892/why-bid-to-end-boda-boda-lawlessness-has-landed-in-appeals-court 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Why bid to end boda boda lawlessness has landed in Appeals Court https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VuIsLFd4LdV4gFmtovBkr0gNrn4Maa49pOj1JCpX.jpg In his appeal, lawyer Rodgers Monda argues that High Court Judge Patricia Nyaundi erred by failing to settle the case through evidence, by settling on the technical aspect of it. Why bid to end boda boda lawlessness has landed in Appeals Court Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560894/return-the-favour-i-gave-for-you-in-1992-ruto-urges-kalonzo 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Return the favour I gave for you in 1992, Ruto urges Kalonzo https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cxpYfcLENhCvc8jKlNwiEheXgQ6HCHd1lDN6RM1I.jpg President William Ruto has challenged Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka to abandon his presidential ambitions and support his re-election bid in 2027. Return the favour I gave for you in 1992, Ruto urges Kalonzo Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cricket/article/2001560897/cricket-kenya-parts-ways-with-ceo-three-other-directors 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Cricket Kenya parts ways with CEO, three other directors https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Y4d47fbHzIP3rgc4rjRJcG4D1n5eyiYl5I77IkO4.jpg Cricket Kenya (CK) has announced that it has parted ways with the association's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Ronald Bukusi. Cricket Kenya parts ways with CEO, three other directors Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001560898/manchester-united-crisis-deepens-as-carrick-faces-axe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Manchester United crisis deepens as Carrick faces axe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0SbQrPHSSiSNFrwWiySVQdY1RHdNFyHG1JQzUjln.jpg Winless in eight games and hovering just above the Premier League relegation zone, struggling Man United are facing the prospect of yet another managerial change Manchester United crisis deepens as Carrick faces axe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560899/kane-tipped-to-beat-yamal-mbappe-to-ballon-dor-glory 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Kane tipped to beat Yamal, Mbappe to Ballon d'Or glory https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/y0kryDtBmjdbsFnXwKf6azkkqsQadWeFpL83wnft.jpg Harry Kane is the favourite to become England's first Ballon d'Or winner in 25 years when the award is presented in London tonight Kane tipped to beat Yamal, Mbappe to Ballon d'Or glory Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001560900/kenya-uganda-use-golf-to-woo-tourists-ahead-of-afcon-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Kenya, Uganda use golf to woo tourists ahead of AFCON 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cNpDOjyEG8KTeaJk4H2F6lrI3XpJbQ0ZmhYfl3P8.jpg Kenya and Uganda are seeking to grow cross-border tourism through sporting events, with the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations offering an opportunity to attract visitors and boost business. Kenya, Uganda use golf to woo tourists ahead of AFCON 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560901/kikuyu-pcea-church-loses-27-acre-illegally-acquired-land 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Kikuyu PCEA church loses 2.7-acre illegally acquired land https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eHVZ1Mky8Ktfaeh0X0WtZ4DyqEox9A2VI2PKMimB.jpg Justice Jacqueline Mogeni, in her verdict, said the land in contention was public property and its registration in the name of the said church was irregular and fraudulent. Kikuyu PCEA church loses 2.7-acre illegally acquired land Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560902/first-20-ebola-contacts-return-home-as-98-remain-in-quarantine 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 First 20 Ebola contacts return home as 98 remain in quarantine https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DdAtBBv5j0ePdSwnUgaQQ5euVvslf7h0jsyHFIRV.png 20 Ebola contacts return home after 21-day monitoring; Health DG Patrick Amoth says 9 cases and 2 deaths confirmed, with 98 more to be released from Nov. 3. First 20 Ebola contacts return home as 98 remain in quarantine Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560905/kenya-launches-first-of-its-kind-lgbti-inclusion-index 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Kenya launches first-of-its-kind LGBTI inclusion index https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/V5GV0JfTuDm0m3OXZi6t0AynxWwxuwgc7g3zKv93.jpg UNDP Kenya Deputy Resident Representative Gilbert Okango called on institutions to use the findings to improve policymaking and public service delivery. Kenya launches first-of-its-kind LGBTI inclusion index Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560906/court-dismisses-nicco-movers-bid-to-overturn-psv-license-suspension 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 Court dismisses Nicco Movers' bid to overturn PSV license suspension https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2P9FDxDmMKMiRAt5jGNzQrmagSk5x8GF1BAEuuD3.jpg Justice Janet Mulwa dismissed the company’s application to set aside a TLAB decision pending the hearing and determination of its appeal. Court dismisses Nicco Movers' bid to overturn PSV license suspension Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560907/leaders-come-and-go-kindiki-warns-politicians-against-electoral-violence 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-26 'Leaders come and go,' Kindiki warns politicians against electoral violence https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OEzGWFnrTeSgVKxUbaZ0aaPw9sIKryYVjzWwCWRE.jpg Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has ruled out government plans to undermine transparency in the 2027 General Election and warned politicians against actions that could threaten peace and stability. 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