https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548803/finance-bill-2026-faces-backlash-over-perceived-bias-against-low-income-earners 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 Finance bill 2026 faces backlash over perceived bias against low-income earners https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vQQcumL2iL9FqIjIN2o6VMzbZk73k9fG9oYkGkuA.jpg Finance Bill 2026 faces criticism for favouring the wealthy, with calls for wealth tax introduction and rejection of tax exemptions seen as regressive. Finance bill 2026 faces backlash over perceived bias against low-income earners Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/enterprise/article/2001548804/hf-group-changes-name-to-hfcb-after-rebrand 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 HF Group changes name to HFCB after rebrand https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VrctZNunco2sqDn3bBk5rFAvOgi8pvWy1Z8HHCcP.jpg HF Group has rebranded to HFCB to unify its subsidiaries and strengthen market positioning after reporting strong profitability growth. HF Group changes name to HFCB after rebrand Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001548805/city-finance-boss-faces-arrest-after-court-jails-him-for-defying-orders 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 City finance boss faces arrest after court jails him for defying orders https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QCdUaJB4PYiQQN1tJGxcmUDW6sGbXjk5NDKIpgBG.jpg Nairobi finance boss Charles Kerich faces a 3-month jail term for contempt after defying court orders to pay Sh106m, amid an arrest standoff. City finance boss faces arrest after court jails him for defying orders Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548808/mps-vs-mcas-court-reignites-cdf-power-battle 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 MPs vs MCAs: Court reignites CDF power battle https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ephOMqUhKKuLhSlUWokXGFo8XEwEntgknLkVOhYo.jpg Court ruling on MCAs’ bursary funds reignites debate over MPs’ role in CDF and NG-CDF, citing conflict of interest and constitutional violations. MPs vs MCAs: Court reignites CDF power battle Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548810/disclose-how-much-you-spend-on-prayer-breakfast-court-orders-parliament 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 Disclose how much you spend on prayer breakfast, court orders Parliament https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gc0GrdGceZjtQLeH83HOCe1R75OxGE7pIVuepHLO.jpg High Court says wananchi have a right to know how their tax is spent. Disclose how much you spend on prayer breakfast, court orders Parliament Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548811/hassan-omar-from-rights-defender-to-rutos-hawkish-ally 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 Hassan Omar: From rights defender to Ruto's hawkish ally https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dG8m2YkdVpCNtOj7tAJcGvWw936tcB1jIYOBbeHz.jpg Omar linked the Kenyatta family and the Kikuyu community to what he described as historical dominance of the country’s economy and political power. Hassan Omar: From rights defender to Ruto's hawkish ally Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001548815/fifa-rescues-fkf-boss-as-leadership-war-deepens 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 Fifa rescues FKF boss as leadership war deepens https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6nHXDrgn4FHxJJA3912whjpFUNSN9MlsZmHV7RbK.jpg Fifa has rejected attempts to suspend FKF president Hussein Mohammed, deepening the federation’s leadership crisis amid governance disputes. Fifa rescues FKF boss as leadership war deepens Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/enterprise/article/2001548785/davis-shirtliff-targets-west-and-north-africa-expansion-as-it-marks-80-years 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 Davis Shirtliff targets West and North Africa expansion as it marks 80 years https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/meVH0IN2CuqFuz1Ea0dwUUHxasvKL3bEFZmdXfQz.jpg Davis & Shirtliff plans expansion into West and North Africa as it marks 80 years and increases investment in clean energy and digital solutions. Davis Shirtliff targets West and North Africa expansion as it marks 80 years Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548796/ruto-allies-beat-drums-of-war-as-ncic-sits-on-the-fence 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-27 Ruto allies beat drums of war as NCIC sits on the fence https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TiLVsxbZ6XRvKD0RuZKwL4dpxrCOGRnrYcIgscJK.jpg Pro-Kenya Kwanza leaders have been stoking anti-ethnic sentiments in Ruto's presence. NCIC is accused of siding with the State in dealing with hate speech. Ruto allies beat drums of war as NCIC sits on the fence Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548800/nyikal-says-strategic-health-programmes-affected-by-budget-cuts 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Nyikal says strategic health programmes affected by budget cuts https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/m8Josk3wk2qsMHCzP2uxq0g8A2EuZFJVhEPPdezz.jpg National Assembly Health Committee Chairperson James Nyikal has said that strategic health programmes like HIV, Malaria, TB and blood have been a target of unilateral budget cuts. Nyikal says strategic health programmes affected by budget cuts Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548806/senator-hits-back-at-gachagua-over-attacks-on-police-service 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Senator hits back at Gachagua over attacks on police service https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vldvtjjMehPFmZAlDhcRVlK9XAl9TApKKTd3HFbd.jpg The senator said it was in bad taste for Gachagua to refer to the President’s security officers as “jokers”, yet they had in the past protected him. Senator hits back at Gachagua over attacks on police service Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001548807/bomb-blast-victims-plead-for-justice-nearly-three-decades-later 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Bomb blast victims plead for justice nearly three decades later https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yaxCdZR5cs9Yt2l9orNHkE5bmFX8TMFl3XVXb0P4.jpg Survivors and families of victims are now pleading with President William Ruto to intervene and help end what they describe as decades of neglect, suffering and delayed justice. Bomb blast victims plead for justice nearly three decades later Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001548809/16-metropolitan-sacco-officials-charged-over-alleged-sh145m-fraud 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 16 Metropolitan Sacco officials charged over alleged Sh14.5m fraud https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1ra06TTdXiOzQfFayml3Jkrr7kqNKfQt1IuUSQHo.jpg The officials are accused of unlawfully investing SACCO funds outside its core mandate belonging to teachers’ union. 16 Metropolitan Sacco officials charged over alleged Sh14.5m fraud Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548812/uda-launches-scathing-attack-on-uhuru-kenyatta 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 UDA launches scathing attack on Uhuru Kenyatta https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WtEIApkgJ68uwadrNTIa7GNTwgWd5ZjpZgDQWFwb.jpg UDA accused Uhuru of bitterness, political sabotage, and leaving behind a struggling economy for President Ruto to fix. UDA launches scathing attack on Uhuru Kenyatta Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001548814/riyadh-influence-in-sudan-war-raises-questions-over-military-loyalties 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Riyadh influence in Sudan war raises questions over military loyalties https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BQKGUR3pKAxpLPcG6CzbaCYCCRmZSwt4W4hoSoUX.jpg 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. Riyadh influence in Sudan war raises questions over military loyalties Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548817/cherargei-alleges-uda-infiltration-plot-in-dcp-ahead-of-kirinyaga-race 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Cherargei alleges UDA infiltration plot in DCP ahead of Kirinyaga race https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/CVZrPlZjCzdmsPwATfJ4SDXRU8fcz3MIMRgMmwMK.jpg Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei alleged President Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance plans to infiltrate the Democracy for Citizens Party in the Kirinyaga governor race. Cherargei alleges UDA infiltration plot in DCP ahead of Kirinyaga race Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001548818/wearable-smart-glasses-raise-surveillance-fears-as-use-grows 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Wearable smart glasses raise surveillance fears as use grows https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7RhEeoOEbg9WVn0jPXU6j05Q0m6yKqdeCfH5tqUt.jpg Privacy concerns have grown in East Africa over the use of smart glasses as experts warn that wearable devices are advancing faster than regulation and public awareness. Wearable smart glasses raise surveillance fears as use grows Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001548683/i-was-shocked-ex-soldier-discovers-he-was-declared-dead-amid-family-dispute 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 'I was shocked!' Ex-soldier discovers he was declared dead amid family dispute https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6wWQXJfqyNrNd6ECggyh3p73ISq2kc2k6O2CCF3f.jpg A retired Kenyan soldier was stunned to discover he had been officially declared dead while alive. 'I was shocked!' Ex-soldier discovers he was declared dead amid family dispute Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001548685/mudavadi-appeals-ancs-revival 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Mudavadi appeals ANC's revival https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QgzFy9ItKiVSNs3QXdR0uAb8fnBGNGqGtSLvCThh.jpg Prime CS Musalia Mudavadi has appealed a High Court ruling that nullified ANC’s merger with UDA, arguing the judge unlawfully interfered in internal party affairs. Mudavadi appeals ANC's revival Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001548686/the-president-must-respect-the-courts-decision-on-graffiti 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 The President must respect the court's decision on graffiti https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RLOczc34MLuYVBKVPzvdJEoRsn5eKWFn0tnX4IQm.jpg Matatu culture has grown offensive and increasingly lawless, and as the court ruled against matatus bearing graffiti, President Ruto refuses to honour the rulings of the court The President must respect the court's decision on graffiti Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548687/keep-off-hate-speech-ncic-warns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Keep off hate speech, NCIC warns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/refF5PpqX2uEzQJkU9hy5EFpjZU9hVFhNe3eQisB.jpg The NCIC has warned politicians and the public against hate speech, ethnic incitement and divisive online attacks, saying offenders will face legal action regardless of status. Keep off hate speech, NCIC warns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001548690/men-dont-kill-women-due-to-immorality-here-is-the-reason 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Men don't kill women due to immorality - here is the reason https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/V9pjMyJS8ga811YiHggqxTekHYd72T5yeKGsF44t.png The murder of women is rarely allowed to stand on its own terms because the work of supremacy has often involved reducing humanity enough to make brutality appear understandable. Men don't kill women due to immorality - here is the reason Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001548691/kirima-daughter-in-fresh-legal-battle-with-stepsister-over-property-management 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Kirima daughter in fresh legal battle with stepsister over property management https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gQnKDwPEO9QV6atI2702hanebwFTpgF1EmeKKMKs.jpg A fresh family feud has erupted over the late Gerishon Kirima’s multi-million-shilling estate after his daughter moved to court seeking to dissolve a trust she claims has been mismanaged for years. Kirima daughter in fresh legal battle with stepsister over property management Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001548694/kenyans-should-enjoy-football-but-refuse-to-be-enslaved-by-it 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Kenyans should enjoy football but refuse to be enslaved by it https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/C8xbrPfe1wDWZgSYNZYMOhUlQtkV3doYmOpv32eg.jpg Thousands of Arsenal fans poured into the streets and churches, dressed in red and white, singing and dancing with the joy of people who had waited too long. Kenyans should enjoy football but refuse to be enslaved by it Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548697/mps-question-sh300m-consultancy-costs-in-wildlife-compensation-scheme 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 MPs question Sh300m consultancy costs in wildlife compensation scheme https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OllkxuPoywog5w5PfbPU1eQRoSrGPxdT2GhZlFZf.jpg MPs have questioned the use of Sh300 million on consultancies under a digital wildlife compensation scheme and are demanding a special audit into the spending. MPs question Sh300m consultancy costs in wildlife compensation scheme Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/columnists/article/2001548698/the-luhya-vote-is-powerful-on-paper-yet-remains-paralysed-in-practice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 The Luhya vote is powerful on paper, yet remains paralysed in practice https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0S6YJ4bAXHJ5Od9eehU0Rzb2o1kFx7ULRolnZR9m.jpg A community split three ways between Ruto supporters, Natembeya's Tawe Movement and Sifuna's opposition alliance is a community whose vote is already dispersed. The Luhya vote is powerful on paper, yet remains paralysed in practice Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001548699/recklessness-and-arrogance-bad-for-mbadis-presidential-ambition 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Recklessness and arrogance bad for Mbadi's presidential ambition https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4fCqoLy41DVB1HpLIf1czmV4Ehd1KoJeMY0WBJj7.jpg CS Mbadi should work on some elements of his personality. He easily comes out as both reckless and arrogant, qualities that are inimical to his own declared ambition for the presidency. Recklessness and arrogance bad for Mbadi's presidential ambition Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001548701/gor-mahia-hold-off-rivals-to-clinch-league-title 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Gor Mahia hold off rivals to clinch league title https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ekAU6oeLHAx6aoiufeWbwk95iQM391QYwuPM28An.png Gor Mahia’s journey to the 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League title was built on resilience, consistency and the ability to respond strongly whenever doubts emerged around the team. Gor Mahia hold off rivals to clinch league title Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001548702/transport-paralysis-deepens-as-operators-threaten-an-all-out-strike 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Transport paralysis deepens as operators threaten an all-out strike https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FzvAuSoEbrMG7h2wkP74Mtrj7VhyYsorONuOEHAs.jpg Transport in Nyeri and Murang’a was paralysed as matatu operators threatened a strike over fuel prices, triggering closures, stranded commuters and heightened security operations. Transport paralysis deepens as operators threaten an all-out strike Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001548704/champions-thunder-and-stanbic-aces-lead-in-the-kbf-premier-league-standings 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Champions Thunder and Stanbic Aces lead in the KBF Premier League standings https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/M00bNZ6wj446hGBwVI2lG9wfdjLpFGewExl26boH.jpg Unstoppable Nairobi City Thunder maintained their flawless run to consolidate their top spot in the Kenya Basketball Federation (KBF) Men’s Premier League. Champions Thunder and Stanbic Aces lead in the KBF Premier League standings Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001548705/vihiga-reviews-ottichilos-record-as-second-term-winds-down 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Vihiga reviews Ottichilo's record as second term winds down https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/u7oHpS7RjEVe7IkLFFRcLFpaLWOOlHU6pR4QnB4Y.jpg Vihiga Governor Wilberforce Ottichilo says his administration has delivered key development gains and is on track to clear inherited debts as his second term nears its end. Vihiga reviews Ottichilo's record as second term winds down Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001548706/porto-alegre-is-the-next-stop-for-kipchoge-after-racing-in-the-cape-town-marathon 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Porto Alegre is the next stop for Kipchoge after racing in the Cape Town Marathon https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8Z0eKEnvT8MkBPBsBQLF7ewW5Qqa3OVHXUoEj1G1.png Two-time Olympic champion and former world record holder Eliud Kipchoge’s sights are now firmly on running the Porto Alegre Marathon in Brazil on July 12. Porto Alegre is the next stop for Kipchoge after racing in the Cape Town Marathon Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001548707/stop-blame-game-uhuru-warns-government-over-rising-cost-of-living-tribal-politics 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Stop blame game: Uhuru warns government over rising cost of living, tribal politics https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1aMBcDDc1haD1mr5YnxVeqscFKGBLNFqHKkF7wcO.jpg Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has criticised the Kenya Kwanza administration over the rising cost of living and tribal politics, urging leaders to focus on the economic challenges facing Kenyans. Stop blame game: Uhuru warns government over rising cost of living, tribal politics Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001548708/western-leaders-demand-dp-slot-in-2027-plan 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Western leaders demand DP slot in 2027 plan https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vJ3fx0Sbt6qqSleontz8bPoSXVNYrlGTggxCf26S.jpg Western Kenya leaders have demanded the Deputy President position in the 2027 political negotiations, setting up a new power struggle within President Ruto’s re-election camp. Western leaders demand DP slot in 2027 plan Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001548709/gacheru-steps-down-from-wrc-safari-rally-role 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Gacheru steps down from WRC Safari Rally role https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EuMeMmUubMhbGEyKmych13ht0BzSykhPXAdJAGS0.jpg WRC Safari Rally CEO Charles Gacheru is stepping down from his role as the head of the world’s toughest and most popular motorsport event. Gacheru steps down from WRC Safari Rally role Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548710/how-maiyo-lost-control-of-rutos-security-detail 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 How Maiyo lost control of Ruto's security detail https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tYts1ga9Ll5ah8UiUttvPhZGdw3IGvcMxp7DXRx7.jpg President Ruto’s security chief, Noah Maiyo, has been removed after a series of alleged lapses, including a breach during a public event in Kilifi County. How Maiyo lost control of Ruto's security detail Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001548711/fuel-strike-may-have-been-settled-but-seeds-of-budget-protest-germinating 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Fuel strike may have been settled but seeds of budget protest germinating https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EsiX7XKScDSRhjmGH1b3fQsiE3Pll0LiF6uZQ1A0.jpg Although the fuel strike has eased, concerns are growing that rising fuel costs and budget pressures could trigger wider public unrest over the government’s economic policies. Fuel strike may have been settled but seeds of budget protest germinating Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001548712/kws-moves-in-to-save-villagers-from-hyenas 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 KWS moves in to save villagers from hyenas https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sCe9IkoXagMgVXcVuIPxH2seQVJ4vrcMwVvk1Dhk.png The Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) has stepped in to save villages in Kikuyu and Limuru constituencies where hyenas have been prowling and killing livestock. KWS moves in to save villagers from hyenas Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001548713/new-bid-to-block-unused-power-gravy-train-for-electricity-firms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 New bid to block unused power gravy train for electricity firms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AFrq8c9Nj49CWRleEBgTVIQXWlcRvcMgAiLnUIjI.jpg Kenya is renegotiating power purchase agreements to phase out costly take-or-pay clauses and require renewable energy producers to invest in battery storage systems. New bid to block unused power gravy train for electricity firms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001548714/how-kenya-can-unlock-sh209b-in-pension-savings-to-grow-businesses 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 How Kenya can unlock Sh209b in pension savings to grow businesses https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/v73QT1x2nCg8FQtxwDUaMI0jrK7Y3m7Ibwr9JsDC.jpg Kenya could unlock more than Sh209 billion from pension savings for private equity and business growth by reducing overreliance on government securities. How Kenya can unlock Sh209b in pension savings to grow businesses Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/xn-iraki/article/2001548715/arsenomics-the-bitter-truth-for-arsenal-and-epl-fans 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 'Arsenomics': The bitter truth for Arsenal and EPL fans https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jkhcxhfvczyNsApKNge3edxgB5fHYOyJmxcg9Xmf.jpg An argument that Kenya’s obsession with EPL clubs like Arsenal reflects deeper economic frustrations and neglect of local sports development. 'Arsenomics': The bitter truth for Arsenal and EPL fans Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001548716/governor-mwadime-under-pressure-as-county-vehicles-break-down 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Governor Mwadime under pressure as county vehicles break down https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/48GOP2fVCHbYVFmMLPQeZ7DG7rhNIqKElF1Gu8Qj.jpg Several Taita Taveta County's motor vehicles are lying in a sorry state, either in garages or outside county government offices, due to a lack of funds to repair them. Governor Mwadime under pressure as county vehicles break down Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548717/treasury-mulls-slashing-sh48tr-budget-tax-hikes-still-an-option 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Treasury mulls slashing Sh4.8tr budget, tax hikes still an option https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Q6PbvTtYQ5M8twtB13Ai6aRkUDLzExB5lCuHOIEL.jpg Treasury is considering cutting Kenya’s Sh4.8 trillion 2026/27 budget and possibly raising taxes amid global economic pressures and rising fiscal obligations. Treasury mulls slashing Sh4.8tr budget, tax hikes still an option Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548718/end-land-tussles-with-kwale-sugar-investor-state-told 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 End land tussles with Kwale sugar investor, State told https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/o6AQPr87ZX9pObVPcQyAfMPWqQBFvU3wFM7XguHT.jpg Kwale residents are urging the government to resolve land disputes involving the Kwale International Sugar Company to restore operations and attract investment. End land tussles with Kwale sugar investor, State told Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001548719/mother-of-grade-seven-pupil-shot-during-fuel-protests-seeks-justice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Mother of Grade Seven pupil shot during fuel protests seeks justice https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/A8Y0LewH9Zw5IAOVd2u8eDrUPOoOwPwWLDMqoQMg.jpg A Nakuru mother is seeking justice after her 13-year-old son was shot during fuel protests, raising fresh concerns over police use of force during demonstrations. Mother of Grade Seven pupil shot during fuel protests seeks justice Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/branding-voice/article/2001548720/gor-mahia-outlasts-rivals-to-win-high-pressure-202526-sportpesa-league 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Gor Mahia outlasts rivals to win high-pressure 202526 SportPesa League https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wI7xnZWp2VGJP1ULfIfsxnolDwnkvFRW6O2bpCzJ.jpg The squad showed great determination and showed cup final quality in every match with the team's high-pressure performances, most notably in the Mashemeji Derby. Gor Mahia outlasts rivals to win high-pressure 202526 SportPesa League Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001548721/next-time-ill-stab-you-russia-sees-spate-of-wartime-school-attacks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 'Next time I'll stab you': Russia sees spate of wartime school attacks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uzOkKfs6aKNmpp7iutHOOxCnk8Bjnu3SokSaCzyM.jpg When a teacher at a school in northwestern Russia tried to wake a 16-year-old student sleeping at his desk, he muttered: "You'll regret this." 'Next time I'll stab you': Russia sees spate of wartime school attacks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001548722/son-of-libyas-haftar-vows-to-make-up-for-lost-years-under-gaddafi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Son of Libya's Haftar vows to make up for 'lost years' under Gaddafi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pWZkOlTnSI7SFparY53o0ripBtxi202SUfxb7m1g.jpg Belgacem Haftar, son of eastern Libya's military chief Khalifa Haftar, touted in an interview with AFP what he called a push to make up for more than 40 "lost years" under Muammar Gaddafi. Son of Libya's Haftar vows to make up for 'lost years' under Gaddafi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001548724/buckling-under-the-strain 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Buckling under the strain... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8SaCgAjJpaqcKbqM3BI6TPlTtd2ChVoRgRuV82TO.jpg Buckling under the strain... Buckling under the strain... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001548726/i-think-twice-minorities-fear-world-cup-immigration-enforcement 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 'I think twice': Minorities fear World Cup immigration enforcement https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IwGa2wcwEXo3MD7derxTnvi3NhZSo5EzeLj3CymO.jpg Haiti's first World Cup appearance since 1974 is a source of immense pride 'I think twice': Minorities fear World Cup immigration enforcement Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001548728/fifa-rejects-suspension-of-fkf-president-hussein-mohammed 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 FIFA rejects suspension of FKF President Hussein Mohammed https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lSmIVrQSckV84lerg4NawswkAenwyjmrfzuq3GUF.jpg FKF President Hussein Mohammed has received a major boost after FIFA rejected attempts by a section of the National Executive Committee (NEC) to suspend him from office FIFA rejects suspension of FKF President Hussein Mohammed Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548730/new-wrangles-as-machakos-sacco-bosses-voted-out 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 New wrangles as Machakos Sacco bosses voted out https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/d6gQopUSRKxsnL5LGJkWJM6pf4OJiysYHFYzJG4b.jpg Members of the troubled Katelembo Athiani Muputi Farming and Ranching Co-operative Society in Machakos County have passed a vote of no confidence in the society’s management committee. New wrangles as Machakos Sacco bosses voted out Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001548732/why-fifa-has-rejected-husssein-mohammeds-suspension-from-fkf 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Why FIFA has rejected Husssein Mohammed's suspension from FKF https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/E8kjFjhlYNENK0u2jp1gG8XoSlD3R1JQGGcTglsM.jpg World football governing body FIFA has thrown out attempts by a section of the FKF National Executive Committee to force top federation officials to step aside. Why FIFA has rejected Husssein Mohammed's suspension from FKF Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001548735/exotic-animal-trade-explodes-as-global-demand-for-reptiles-rises 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Exotic animal trade explodes as global demand for reptiles rises https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dWylBYEQs8ecBZRWE5MnV6yxQOvPPeMYpqvAr2pm.jpg Snakes, crocodiles, tortoises, chameleons and other reptiles are victims of a booming global wildlife trade, as Kenya records a rise in the export of captive-bred and ranched wild animals. Exotic animal trade explodes as global demand for reptiles rises Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001548738/bomet-county-digitises-revenue-collection-to-boost-efficiency 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Bomet county digitises revenue collection to boost efficiency https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4s00gLhsXd6bECNp69mhCgbndI6ERlOl3JeBM2de.jpg Bomet county has introduced an Integrated County Revenue Management System aimed at enhancing tax collection and service delivery for residents and business owners. Bomet county digitises revenue collection to boost efficiency Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548740/activist-sues-banks-over-loan-interest-rates-hike 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Activist sues banks over loan interest rates hike https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lLYPRiBcDfFXQKCQR6O5lwTxdMx9oSSZB1B6fokY.jpg A petition has been filed at the High Court seeking to stop commercial banks from unilaterally increasing interest rates, default charges and other loan-related fees imposed on borrowers. Activist sues banks over loan interest rates hike Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548741/cs-johos-mining-ministry-sinks-into-licence-wars-delays-and-disputes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 CS Joho's Mining Ministry sinks into licence wars, delays and disputes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QzEIp359uS4e67q0xTt2n0xxzVLkYVaDb69BYLeS.jpg Kenya’s mining sector is facing growing turmoil as licensing delays, legal threats, community disputes and allegations of corruption pile pressure on Mining CS Hassan Joho’s ministry. CS Joho's Mining Ministry sinks into licence wars, delays and disputes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/explainers/article/2001548743/explainer-what-is-eid-al-adha 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Explainer: What is Eid al Adha? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cvBdFNzSqLzlsYaQz9Qa3eisYqrHoJesH29dln0M.jpg Muslim faithful will this Wednesday gather at different mosques around the country to celebrate Eid al-Adha. Explainer: What is Eid al Adha? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001548744/after-being-tear-gassed-mwangaza-party-lodges-complaint-against-meru-police 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 After being tear-gassed Mwangaza party lodges complaint against Meru police https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7r6zeSCXHzYDat1NdfGKiwRwvDTJYjHzkz73gQeB.jpg The Umoja na Maendeleo Party, associated with former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, has lodged a complaint over the violent disruption of its activities After being tear-gassed Mwangaza party lodges complaint against Meru police Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548746/bullets-broken-dreams-final-moments-of-men-killed-during-fuel-protests-in-thika-ruiru 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Bullets, broken dreams: Final moments of men killed during fuel protests in Thika, Ruiru https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TsLwl89OPEdfQZdqQ4UrMu4BhaMfScx1fvRwhFhk.jpg The postmortems of three young men killed during fuel protests in Thika and Ruiru revealed fatal gunshot wounds. Bullets, broken dreams: Final moments of men killed during fuel protests in Thika, Ruiru Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001548747/senator-cheruiyot-blasts-judiciary-over-lenient-sentences-for-demonstrators 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Senator Cheruiyot blasts Judiciary over 'Lenient' sentences for demonstrators https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KBM2oCMSnQVlxU59JWvvDTlnhOqXhhXY0eVyrhiB.jpg Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has sharply criticised the judiciary over what he termed as lenient punishment handed to individuals arrested during protests. Senator Cheruiyot blasts Judiciary over 'Lenient' sentences for demonstrators Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001548748/why-we-need-to-rethink-sports-sponsorship 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Why we need to rethink sports sponsorship https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kzWDNmxuuHkAdXTdbFBelMo4xSzQKuhkvJjQymBK.jpg Corporate Kenya must stop treating our sport like a quarterly photo opportunity and start building decade-long partnerships, the way the world's smartest brands already do. Why we need to rethink sports sponsorship Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001548749/iran-executes-man-over-cooperation-with-israeli-spy-agency 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Iran executes man over cooperation with Israeli spy agency https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/o0O3fC5Y8qQjrNV71K6bDvoAHqU0UmGILXxVFjkJ.jpg "Gholamreza Khani Shakarab was executed on charges of intelligence cooperation and espionage in favour of the Zionist regime," the judiciary's Mizan Online website reported. Iran executes man over cooperation with Israeli spy agency Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548750/cheruiyot-tells-off-uhuru-over-attacks-on-ruto 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Cheruiyot tells off Uhuru over attacks on Ruto https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HAwkkF3dpm6ujDCz9p45c7HdH49ltwdWZMS6vfAG.jpg Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot criticised former President Uhuru Kenyatta over his attacks on President William Ruto. Cheruiyot tells off Uhuru over attacks on Ruto Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548751/manufacturers-warn-of-job-losses-company-closures-if-finance-bill-2026-is-passed 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Manufacturers warn of job losses, company closures if Finance Bill 2026 is passed https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZSd9QWVljnczMqbnnhP0siCPt0wobRNyZMJe5Pjc.jpg Manufacturers have opposed the Ruto administration’s Finance Bill 2026, warning that new levies on imports from EAC partner States could wipe out Kenya’s regional trade.  Manufacturers warn of job losses, company closures if Finance Bill 2026 is passed Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001548752/gaza-health-officials-say-five-killed-in-israeli-airstrike 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Gaza health officials say five killed in Israeli airstrike https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qBY2kq0rzOQkmtIWqxJ0haOXO00MENMl73Nbgvun.jpg "Five martyrs and several wounded were transferred (to hospital) after an Israeli airstrike targeted a group of citizens in eastern Al-Maghazi," the civil defence agency said. Gaza health officials say five killed in Israeli airstrike Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001548753/asia-stocks-fall-oil-prices-diverge-on-us-iran-deal-uncertainty 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Asia stocks fall, oil prices diverge on US-Iran deal uncertainty https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cVhXlcjIpNIRkMz2vI0vwYFH1Lddgx1dsnuhzDBZ.jpg "Traders have already fully priced in another Federal Reserve rate hike by year's end, despite the arrival of Kevin Warsh as the new Fed chairman," Innes said. Asia stocks fall, oil prices diverge on US-Iran deal uncertainty Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001548754/iran-supreme-leader-says-region-will-no-longer-serve-as-shields-for-us-bases 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Iran supreme leader says region will 'no longer serve as shields' for US bases https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8W4DMOtaUcroWQUetgYwBCgZzACwMCNHjle2gOax.jpg "What is certain in this regard is that the hands of time will not turn backwards, and the nations and lands of the region will no longer serve as shields for American bases," said Khamenei. Iran supreme leader says region will 'no longer serve as shields' for US bases Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001548755/uganda-ghetto-kids-cant-wait-to-join-shakira-at-world-cup 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Uganda Ghetto Kids 'can't wait' to join Shakira at World Cup https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0d6QintXrQD42ckhbH3ydG3F9WxBvSqivsQzzDtb.jpg The Colombian star last week announced on Instagram that the Ugandan kids were her first selection to join her for the half-time show of the World Cup final in the United States this summer. Uganda Ghetto Kids 'can't wait' to join Shakira at World Cup Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548756/mystery-of-kenyas-missing-children-officials-disagree-on-numbers 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Mystery of Kenya's missing children: Officials disagree on numbers https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iWcHuBComdOg6256tALjtbeMsFYdieAoGJpo51nX.jpg “The caseload includes cases of abandonment, lost and found, abductions and trafficking, including children who were found, rescued, reunited or placed under protection and care interventions.” Mystery of Kenya's missing children: Officials disagree on numbers Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001548757/senegals-ousted-pm-sonko-elected-national-assembly-speaker 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Senegal's ousted PM Sonko elected National Assembly speaker https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aBYbYGnYldconwfk1MObQV9KojoDB75HR0I2CoDD.jpg Ousted Senegal PM Ousmane Sonko elected National Assembly Speaker after his reinstatement, securing 132 of 165 votes; opposition MPs boycott vote. Senegal's ousted PM Sonko elected National Assembly speaker Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548758/east-africas-democracy-under-fire-as-opposition-leaders-decry-tyranny 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 East Africa's democracy under fire as opposition leaders decry 'tyranny' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Lt8dg27VtGm9CL1S7HqjHwFeMqwbQt7E8lYiuspt.jpg A coalition of African opposition leaders has demanded the release of three jailed politicians, accusing Tanzania, Uganda and Rwanda of weaponising courts to crush dissent. East Africa's democracy under fire as opposition leaders decry 'tyranny' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001548759/israeli-prosecutors-expected-to-indict-former-netanyahu-aide 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Israeli prosecutors expected to indict former Netanyahu aide https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wnjmg7AORwPP12QQFJ1DwQbf175hyUpXLd52vg25.jpg Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara and State Attorney Amit Aisman were weighing charges of "fraud and breach of trust, as well as obstruction of justice," subject to a pre-indictment hearing. Israeli prosecutors expected to indict former Netanyahu aide Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001548760/how-a-retired-teacher-lost-sh75m-in-a-get-rich-quick-scam 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 How a retired teacher lost Sh7.5m in a get-rich-quick scam https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/avqH8CPQX3XNf45xk9JZwreAmqnTFjCcwZoZMQcP.jpg A retired teacher lost Sh7.6 million in an alleged fake gold investment scam after being lured by promises of huge returns, prompting a DCI investigation and arrests. How a retired teacher lost Sh7.5m in a get-rich-quick scam Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001548761/hospital-workers-threaten-to-strike-over-discrimination 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Hospital workers threaten to strike over discrimination https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cC5D6CRxQTVtuhEl7ZxNSwH9VtXz2q7AGDGNHFNL.jpg Workers of an Eldoret-based hospital are threatening to down their tools over what they described as a toxic working environment. Hospital workers threaten to strike over discrimination Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001548762/trans-nzoia-farmers-demand-urgent-reform-in-fertiliser-distribution-system 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Trans Nzoia farmers demand urgent reform in fertiliser distribution system https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2JdNgsI6upl4igUX4HU74gSt7agiZcaoN2hX91ke.jpg Farmers in Trans Nzoia County are demanding urgent reforms in the fertiliser distribution system, citing delays, unequal allocations and alleged diversion of subsidised fertiliser to Uganda. Trans Nzoia farmers demand urgent reform in fertiliser distribution system Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548766/psc-warns-against-sexual-harassment-of-interns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 PSC warns against sexual harassment of interns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cJs6fsnGgr3MWJLy0glFsqDwk8BLXdwBGklQfmtF.png The Public Service Commission (PSC) has put on notice senior government officers who have been sexually harassing interns deployed to the various ministries. PSC warns against sexual harassment of interns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548767/appeal-court-rejects-tycoons-bid-for-priority-refund-in-imperial-bank-case 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Appeal Court rejects tycoon's bid for priority refund in Imperial Bank case https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jTT6lOo7f4dgyMdRW6Kqt3zXRwPvRzVc6w0OLzcn.jpg The Court of Appeal has said that tycoon Ashok Doshi and his wife Amit Doshi are not at the top of the priority list of those to be paid despite Imperial Bank sinking with their over Sh1 billion. Appeal Court rejects tycoon's bid for priority refund in Imperial Bank case Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001548768/renewed-push-to-curb-fgm-in-isiolo-county-amid-new-steering-committee-effort 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Renewed push to curb FGM in Isiolo County amid new steering committee effort https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kz09TawyXjWyQSs7NXEtGmFqnx9Kpu0tbKXUvQsy.jpg The Kenyan government, through the National Anti-FGM Board, has intensified efforts to curb high FGM prevalence in Isiolo County. Renewed push to curb FGM in Isiolo County amid new steering committee effort Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001548770/fifa-reveals-48-world-cup-team-base-training-sites 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 FIFA reveals 48 World Cup team base training sites https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xNXMYxBS0gQIrDv2XgpVDZ41Kdb5j7NwjKHusUh6.jpg Defending champions Argentina and England will have their World Cup teams based in Kansas City under a list of training sites announced by FIFA on Monday. FIFA reveals 48 World Cup team base training sites Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001548772/man-united-captain-fernandes-hits-back-at-keane-over-lie 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Man United captain Fernandes hits back at Keane over 'lie' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0DcksfVIbIyqqMnf9TVTH5rBWqSIgrMkITHrIfUb.jpg Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has accused Roy Keane of lying about his successful bid to break the Premier League record for most assists in a single season. Man United captain Fernandes hits back at Keane over 'lie' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548773/dcp-leaders-warn-rivals-of-bruising-battle-ahead-of-ol-kalou-by-election 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 DCP leaders warn rivals of bruising battle ahead of Ol Kalou by-election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5sOrg5lvo2BChFqNPnSFx2T2D7n5P6yQXLYJpzc9.jpg DCP deputy leader Cleophas Malala and secretary general John Methu, vowed to ensure that the former Ol Kalou ward MCA Kamau Ngotho becomes the first party legislator. DCP leaders warn rivals of bruising battle ahead of Ol Kalou by-election Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001548774/reprieve-as-champions-gor-mahia-to-play-mara-sugar-in-homa-bay 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Reprieve as champions Gor Mahia to play Mara Sugar in Homa Bay https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JAwc0VxF5toIi5PCwdGmBFfvCkfZQk5l26aekesc.jpg Gor Mahia have received a major reprieve after the High Court cleared the way for their postponed league match against Mara Sugar to be played tomorrow in Homa Bay. Reprieve as champions Gor Mahia to play Mara Sugar in Homa Bay Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001548775/how-tea-pickers-are-absorbing-climate-losses-before-markets-notice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 How tea pickers are absorbing climate losses before markets notice https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/o5rG1cGevk0lpzMbQ5Axw3gM2TmjDy3W7hWni3mv.jpg Tea pickers in Kenya’s highlands are absorbing the financial impact of climate change through reduced yields and daily wages, while export prices remain relatively stable in global markets. How tea pickers are absorbing climate losses before markets notice Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001548776/kenya-lionesses-hunt-second-win-against-madagascar-in-rugby-africa-cup 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Kenya Lionesses hunt second win against Madagascar in Rugby Africa Cup https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/R4gvoP9ApuIB9ujIMo18GEX9VnTKgJv2EKzi9Qe4.jpg Kenya Lionesses will be targeting a second straight victory when they face Madagascar Women in the Rugby Africa Women’s Cup Performance Division at RFUEA Grounds Kenya Lionesses hunt second win against Madagascar in Rugby Africa Cup Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001548778/oparanyas-mixed-signals 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Oparanya's mixed signals... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YFDemEy0dW2UlEusWvbdEbPIKe2hJU7rk65xeRpt.jpg Oparanya's mixed signals... Oparanya's mixed signals... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001548780/speeding-car-kills-four-in-naivasha 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Speeding car kills four in Naivasha https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UDGgUmdNg0W7IcdXfuvs6XcNxwEwiRwBeZa9Nd22.jpg Four middle-aged men died on the spot after they were involved in a road accident along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway on Sunday night. Speeding car kills four in Naivasha Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/reproductive-health/article/2001548781/obstetric-fistula-exposes-gaps-in-kenyas-maternal-healthcare-system 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Obstetric fistula exposes gaps in Kenya's maternal healthcare system https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jw0ksPajYzWGkjxu5yVUkPre5NmTcPVm91lbqyTx.jpg Health experts are calling for increased investment in maternal healthcare to end obstetric fistula, a preventable childbirth injury affecting thousands. Obstetric fistula exposes gaps in Kenya's maternal healthcare system Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548783/kindiki-to-critics-you-are-no-angels-either 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Kindiki to critics: You are no angels either https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xGlRU37KIaED0BJj1Z0uuPScmqcGS1pieD9a17TF.jpg About 12 per cent of teachers are at risk of suicide due to burnout, financial strain and mental health challenges, KNUT report reveals, calls for urgent intervention. Kindiki to critics: You are no angels either Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001548786/family-seeks-justice-for-nyeri-peanut-roaster-shot-dead-during-protests 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Family seeks justice for Nyeri peanut roaster shot dead during protests https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FxAI1bttjuvZLcrozf4jY2eTSdm9dNR9B3rrfP0z.jpg Family members demand justice after the groundnut vendor was allegedly shot dead by police during Monday's protests in Nyeri town Family seeks justice for Nyeri peanut roaster shot dead during protests Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548787/kenya-cannot-afford-to-be-a-welfare-state-says-mbadi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Kenya cannot afford to be a welfare state, says Mbadi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7KtwSV9YmnmJLLMwFUoN30dm9I0AYeExnXqLJxdd.jpg Treasury CS John Mbadi defends the proposed Finance Bill 2026 before a hostile crowd at Nairobi’s Jeevanjee Gardens, saying Kenya lacked the resources to operate as a welfare state. Kenya cannot afford to be a welfare state, says Mbadi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548788/wetangula-warns-church-against-political-partisanship-unfair-attacks-on-ruto 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Wetangula warns church against political partisanship, unfair attacks on Ruto https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/40B3jWcKdH8MlnKEH5EHKDsMLNHogVcMzeXD7ycV.jpg National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula says the church must safeguard its moral authority by remaining fair and impartial in its criticism of leaders and government. Wetangula warns church against political partisanship, unfair attacks on Ruto Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001548789/former-merishaw-principal-hall-operator-arraigned-over-2025-kcse-exam-leak-claims 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Former Merishaw principal, hall operator arraigned over 2025 KCSE exam leak claims https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2skTuVoyt1ACZ5QgiHwHDPKbP5MBjN2NGQRFUyKW.jpg Former Merishaw School principal David Gideon Kariuki and hall operator Alex Kataiyo were arraigned over alleged 2025 KCSE exam malpractice. Former Merishaw principal, hall operator arraigned over 2025 KCSE exam leak claims Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548790/capital-markets-stakeholders-push-for-tax-reforms-in-finance-bill-2026 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Capital markets stakeholders push for tax reforms in Finance Bill 2026 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/g9FCY4xkJ59S1kam2ODPWJPS8EK0AhKfVMuJZLT8.jpg Capital markets stakeholders have called for changes to stamp duty on share transactions under the Finance Bill 2026, saying the current flat fee system unfairly burdens small investors.  Capital markets stakeholders push for tax reforms in Finance Bill 2026 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001548792/stakeholders-call-for-urgent-investment-in-climate-resilience-fertiliser-security-and-farmer-financing 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Stakeholders call for urgent investment in climate resilience, fertiliser security and farmer financing https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/CzQDudc7nU8x7j1to2InprI6mZfjzonvRhk1J9qP.jpg Leaders from the private sector, development organisations, and the agriculture industry have called for stronger investment in Africa’s food systems. Stakeholders call for urgent investment in climate resilience, fertiliser security and farmer financing Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001548793/private-sector-calls-for-paye-tax-cut-in-finance-bill-2026 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 Private sector calls for PAYE tax cut in Finance Bill 2026 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Kr64ewxOaFLYa2X7F2Afoxb22zqOsbHv2T8jjtjS.jpg Kenya’s private sector is lobbying for a five per cent PAYE tax cut in the Finance Bill 2026, arguing that it would boost household spending, economic growth, and job creation. Private sector calls for PAYE tax cut in Finance Bill 2026 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001548795/more-than-220-people-have-died-of-suspected-ebola-outbreak 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 More than 220 people have died of suspected Ebola outbreak https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PbgnAgjw4j9F4FOqKJLKxOCF2urGBXUQYtfBKbk9.jpg More than 220 people have died in a suspected Ebola outbreak, with over 900 suspected cases reported. More than 220 people have died of suspected Ebola outbreak Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001548797/iebc-warns-against-premature-2027-election-rigging-claims 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-26 IEBC warns against premature 2027 election rigging claims https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/McWz7TuVAEE2G97LUZKMOoy8WxreO9c6ZVbqmV3W.jpg IEBC said the remarks had generated significant concern within the political environment IEBC warns against premature 2027 election rigging claims Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-26 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke 2026-05-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/4/business 0.9 2026-05-27 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/1/counties 0.9 2026-05-27 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/588/national 0.9 2026-05-27 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/3/politics 0.9 2026-05-27 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/198/politics 0.9 2026-05-27 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/5/world 0.9 2026-05-27 ;