https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553967/south-africas-xenophobic-tendencies-inimical-to-ubuntu-inspired-cooperation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 South Africa's xenophobic tendencies inimical to Ubuntu-inspired cooperation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xNXFhBDqUFLEHAg0BC3Dp9KYsVdLdyo9jNq1kart.jpg Lately, scenes out of South Africa have been of terror-gripped, effects-schlepping foreigners lining up to catch the next plane or bus out of the country. South Africa's xenophobic tendencies inimical to Ubuntu-inspired cooperation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553970/is-affordable-housing-plan-trying-to-solve-the-wrong-problem 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Is affordable housing plan trying to solve the wrong problem? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zUzdVcaDFgmVlxVOktoNTF2uc93oEcc8DrgliRF6.jpg Housing is undoubtedly a critical need. Kenya has a housing deficit of more than two million units while formal housing supply remains far below demand. Is affordable housing plan trying to solve the wrong problem? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/enterprise/article/2001553983/turning-farm-waste-into-wealth-counties-bet-on-agricultural-recycling 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Turning farm waste into wealth: Counties bet on agricultural recycling https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AhketRmva9lD0DyqBvLUxGRkWYu0oKfacsJ5luRv.jpg The growing push by county governments to transform agricultural waste into valuable economic resources has been hailed as a major step towards strengthening Kenya's agricultural sector Turning farm waste into wealth: Counties bet on agricultural recycling Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553984/bitter-exchanges-expose-rutos-government 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Bitter exchanges expose Ruto's government https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JWySdJh2nBztBzlPXWTRqKlz6L4qKxkMjzIjAHkW.jpg In addition to concerns over utterances, a fresh succession battle is emerging over the Deputy President’s position in the next General Election. Bitter exchanges expose Ruto's government Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553985/a-by-election-and-a-warning-kenya-keeps-ignoring 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 A by-election and a warning Kenya keeps ignoring https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1PIzmpTzk6BcXjG5iFF1b86UCJ6LVcfxdWHMQCX3.jpg A gas cylinder handed out with a smile in Nyandarua County is first cousin to a "GOK" branded mattress in Malava, which is first cousin to an internet blackout in Kampala A by-election and a warning Kenya keeps ignoring Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553989/hits-and-misses-of-gachaguas-45-day-conclave-as-deadline-approaches 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Hits and misses of Gachagua's 45-day conclave as deadline approaches https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UQCm6SY8vAtqygRYMpZNjrkMupg164RUhOAdHVZD.jpg As former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s 45-day conclave nears its July 31st deadline, his self-imposed political isolation has yielded a mixed bag. Hits and misses of Gachagua's 45-day conclave as deadline approaches Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553990/timebomb-why-gen-zs-say-kenya-has-lost-its-way 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Timebomb: Why Gen Zs say Kenya has lost its way https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0rcxsxZwIbgSmhNCfZHEOiNFjoH8Y4RpkSCz5vTg.jpg Eight in 10 young Kenyans, 80 per cent, say the country is moving in the wrong direction, while 79 per cent say the national economy is heading the same way. Timebomb: Why Gen Zs say Kenya has lost its way Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/enterprise/article/2001553991/firm-unveils-ai-powered-electric-taxi-tailored-for-ride-hailing-market 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Firm unveils AI-powered electric taxi tailored for ride-hailing market https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JGi2IVX0dezmeGVlo3R8QHkHENIwMR9EOHhhLBfz.jpg Bingo Technologies has unveiled an electric vehicle (EV) AI-powered taxi designed specifically for Africa's ride-hailing industry Firm unveils AI-powered electric taxi tailored for ride-hailing market Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553993/rutos-second-term-confidence-wavers-as-he-admits-re-election-wont-be-easy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Ruto's second-term confidence wavers as he admits re-election won't be easy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TNCndn6F7XkhqwXbAunl6asMnnViTh5oCZ3uQKHn.jpg For a President who has consistently projected confidence in his political standing, the remarks marked a notable departure from his usual messaging. Ruto's second-term confidence wavers as he admits re-election won't be easy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553994/dp-poisoned-chalice-that-leaders-are-scrambling-for 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 DP, poisoned chalice that leaders are scrambling for https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kWhvCZxGNu698aX1Lo1OBf33eV45aaCR4s2USWyH.jpg Political analysts maintain that the second-in-command position is a jinxed position where the holders should never feel comfortable. DP, poisoned chalice that leaders are scrambling for Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001553998/sh129b-facility-pact-to-boost-sme-lending 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-29 Sh12.9b facility pact to boost SME lending https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/o57RHCahqod44Fvq5xGEJoP0iaVZFwotEsYoDZbP.jpg KCB Bank Kenya has signed a $100 million (Sh12.9 billion) financing facility with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to expand credit access for MSMEs Sh12.9b facility pact to boost SME lending Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001553921/tvet-to-train-and-certify-over-800000-professional-painters 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 TVET to train and certify over 800,000 professional painters https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/W5PP9KwPSV5TFL9Lj5JCpjHLir1fZKq3psdRqQSv.jpg TVET and Crown Paints have signed a partnership to train, certify and integrate more than 800,000 young people as professional painters to meet growing demand for skilled labour locally and abroad. TVET to train and certify over 800,000 professional painters Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553922/from-shifting-alliances-to-gathering-storms-rutos-delicate-2027-balancing-act 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 From shifting alliances to gathering storms: Ruto's delicate 2027 balancing act https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4yTALmKdgm0MeblwdMiMGgHFWNjmqIySFUr8Ki94.jpg President William Ruto faces mounting political pressure ahead of the 2027 election as shifting regional loyalties, ODM demands, and the rise of Edwin Sifuna complicate his re-election strategy. From shifting alliances to gathering storms: Ruto's delicate 2027 balancing act Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553923/the-trans-saharan-gas-pipeline-and-its-implications-for-regional-dynamics-and-security 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 The Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and its implications for regional dynamics and security https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kWZvVJLMO9KKurlbeqe4IGAXgsZ8uX5gocBppGqT.jpg The Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline could reshape Africa’s economic and security landscape by linking West and North Africa, boosting energy exports, and encouraging cross-border cooperation. The Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and its implications for regional dynamics and security Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001553924/equatorial-guinea-youth-warns-of-russian-recruitment-trap 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Equatorial Guinea youth warns of Russian recruitment trap https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Bw9lOvhmvzMrHucBVCZkKFEePXZ10OPmSqvC7wFy.jpg Daniel Angel Masie Nchama had no idea what he was getting into when Russian recruiters sent the young man from Equatorial Guinea into battle in war-ravaged Ukraine. Equatorial Guinea youth warns of Russian recruitment trap Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001553925/myanmar-approves-death-sentence-for-cyberscam-offences 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Myanmar approves death sentence for cyberscam offences https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/u3Y2dxgqPsnBCwYI470WC7EdvjovJJBD9ni2OKgM.jpg Myanmar's military-backed parliament approved a law that authorises capital punishment for those who detain or violently coerce victims into working in online scam centres. Myanmar approves death sentence for cyberscam offences Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001553926/ukraines-zelensky-expected-at-white-house-to-secure-trumps-support 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Ukraine's Zelensky expected at White House to secure Trump's support https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Y5ScXgmQWqDaqy3k14AqN4vEudmq8L3Vzi3bUXkv.jpg Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky is expected at the White House on Tuesday for talks with Donald Trump, to try again to win the US president's support against Russia. Ukraine's Zelensky expected at White House to secure Trump's support Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/editorial/article/2001553928/clarification-and-apology 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Clarification and apology https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KElWE2fuUfB0FoPVSPYP6CpWt8MOUQy6EyKUwLad.jpg Once flagged, the headline was immediately removed, and internal protocols were activated to review and address the lapse, reinforce editorial safeguards and prevent recurrence. Clarification and apology Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553929/the-sifuna-crown-have-gen-zs-already-found-their-presidential-voice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 The Sifuna crown: Have Gen Zs already found their presidential voice? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/w4aGFMOrq0Lji4bsgdVUidCFqRRNwNkNRdW1HPKG.jpg No committee elected him. No coalition chose him. No political elders handed him the crown. If anything, the crowd seems to be placing it on his head, one rally at a time. The Sifuna crown: Have Gen Zs already found their presidential voice? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553930/dpp-approves-bribery-charges-against-kangema-magistrate-mutegi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 DPP approves bribery charges against Kangema Magistrate Mutegi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vHbaQYpV0thB5OjLfjrCvgLsSVeWmuMFDt5uHAKJ.jpg DPP approves bribery charges against Kangema Senior Magistrate Martin Kinyua Mutegi and probation officer Julius Irungu Njogu after EACC inquiry. DPP approves bribery charges against Kangema Magistrate Mutegi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553932/building-the-currency-of-qualifications-mobility-in-africa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Building the currency of qualifications mobility in Africa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tUHOqU3uAnZiqF7JUc62h8c3ymSaI2lnQ8FCalMb.jpg When qualifications are transparent and trusted, they become the currency that enables labour mobility, supports investment in human capital and strengthens regional competitiveness. Building the currency of qualifications mobility in Africa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553934/tsc-advertises-34016-teacher-promotion-vacancies 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 TSC advertises 34,016 teacher promotion vacancies https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aNDR7YehzWV7z3hK6LS0wSAMx4s6gjl6JjlfR9Q2.jpg Govt to employ 20,000 intern teachers on permanent and pensionable terms as TSC advertises vacancies in JSS to support CBE implementation. TSC advertises 34,016 teacher promotion vacancies Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553936/why-dialogue-with-the-fdlr-isnt-an-option-for-rwanda 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Why dialogue with the FDLR isn't an option for Rwanda https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YFmT3Duc1o3kWu1tjAIzTttNAKgr5IGB9cQPoTjO.jpg Congolese refugees fleeing clashes in Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo arrive at the Rugerero transit camp in Gisenyi on January 28, 2025. [AFP] Why dialogue with the FDLR isn't an option for Rwanda Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/europe/article/2001553940/france-turn-to-zidane-as-coach-in-long-awaited-homecoming 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 France turn to Zidane as coach in long-awaited homecoming https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZtNHGU2xNECGWtvGI9saNRG8TxeTXxsgp4IJQdCH.jpg Zinedine Zidane was appointed France coach on Tuesday, as widely expected, following the departure of Didier Deschamps, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced. France turn to Zidane as coach in long-awaited homecoming Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553941/caroli-omondi-declares-odm-dead-says-linda-mwananchi-will-become-political-party 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Caroli Omondi declares ODM 'dead', says Linda Mwananchi will become political party https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bLq41F0fUQGWy7qibRWlZizFZ6WBYTlrUZ210gyW.jpg Suba South MP Caroli Omondi says ODM is dead, arguing Linda Mwananchi Movement will transform into a political party as it seeks to reclaim the values he says ODM has abandoned. Caroli Omondi declares ODM 'dead', says Linda Mwananchi will become political party Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553943/high-court-declares-shisha-ban-unconstitutional 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 High Court declares shisha ban unconstitutional https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/c8q4nz7PuwqMUATa1amzvaNVhd3FJryHM0PgRwnQ.jpg The High Court has lifted the shisha ban, effectively stopping the government from relying on regulations that had long ceased to have legal effect. High Court declares shisha ban unconstitutional Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001553944/nobody-knows-it-but-me 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Nobody knows it but me https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/h14UzNOQVBm8NOoMUbc0fe9eNCVlH32wg9ZUlbA5.jpg Nobody knows it but me... Nobody knows it but me Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553945/no-one-is-beyond-the-law-ncic-warns-in-hate-speech-probe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 'No one is beyond the law,' NCIC warns in hate speech probe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yPsl5S3d4KmTSYqHB3IA6SdtlyNqQqZb25bAhn1V.jpg NCIC opens independent investigations into several political leaders accused of hate speech and ethnic incitement ahead of the 2027 General Election. 'No one is beyond the law,' NCIC warns in hate speech probe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001553946/kenya-esports-team-books-africa-cup-finals-slot 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Kenya esports team books Africa Cup finals slot https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7D0p6KEA73WrEbw0NXFmnPK2NDgIe6kDhck367tz.jpg Kenya's Up Against Hell qualifies for the Carry1st Africa Cup 2026 Grand Finals after winning the East Africa title, moving within one victory of the Call of Duty: Mobile World Championship. Kenya esports team books Africa Cup finals slot Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/athletics/article/2001553947/edmund-serem-leads-stunning-kenyan-1-2-3-in-commonwealth-steeplechase 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Edmund Serem leads stunning Kenyan 1-2-3 in Commonwealth steeplechase https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iXOTffzQVQigCFgxiDRyFa97oGnOZOT2pQwn3SF0.jpg Rising distance star Edmund Serem spearheaded spectacular podium lock-out, ensuring his nation captured all three medals and extended its remarkable Commonwealth streak to 10 consecutive titles. Edmund Serem leads stunning Kenyan 1-2-3 in Commonwealth steeplechase Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001553948/zinedine-zidane-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Zinedine Zidane - The good, the bad and the ugly https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/K5puiD2HFiFLYVeNy0U4scboBUyVOznTyPZD7OtD.jpg French football icon Zinedine Zidane has been tasked with delivering France the 2030 World Cup as coach, just as he did as a player in 1998. Zinedine Zidane - The good, the bad and the ugly Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553949/ncic-probes-gachagua-duale-over-alleged-hate-speech 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 NCIC probes Gachagua, Duale over alleged hate speech https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ccskAFJhkTXEFJwFDLS5GRfr52e6McKdaSto26Od.jpg NCIC is investigating former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, Cabinet Secretaries Aden Duale, Geoffrey Ruku and seven other individuals over alleged hate speech and ethnic incitement. NCIC probes Gachagua, Duale over alleged hate speech Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553950/why-rally-driver-maxine-wahome-has-been-set-free 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Why Rally driver Maxine Wahome has been set free https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UHF1IbwlmCMo3wyC3oGGN56leAI2AxDM7PIvXad8.jpg Rally driver Maxine Mirigo Wahome has been acquitted of the murder of rally driver Asad Khan after the High Court ruled that the prosecution failed to establish a prima facie case. Why Rally driver Maxine Wahome has been set free Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/branding-voice/article/2001553951/tecno-pova-launches-own-your-move-platform-for-kenyas-independent-minded-generation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 TECNO POVA launches 'Own Your Move' platform for Kenya's independent-minded generation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/55Rxn2YDrR9fCe5XVwmDZDQBBuLtQmZ9LLf484In.jpg TECNO POVA officially launched its new brand platform, ‘Own Your Move’, in Kenya, celebrating ambitious and independent-minded consumers who are defining their own paths. TECNO POVA launches 'Own Your Move' platform for Kenya's independent-minded generation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001553952/kenyan-energy-firm-lean-energy-earns-b-corp-certification 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Kenyan energy firm Lean Energy earns B Corp certification https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OvCYC0BwqrGAfEo7htSr35HiKR17a2qmj2cxpp9U.jpg Founder Dinesh Tembhekar said the certification supports the company's plans to expand its renewable energy model across Africa. Kenyan energy firm Lean Energy earns B Corp certification Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001553953/banks-explore-ai-powered-early-warning-system-to-curb-bad-loans 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Banks explore AI-powered early warning system to curb bad loans https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eXGtJ4WvGgvTmdP5feFKPHj9ZTqzYBFuvveTyGrB.jpg Kenyan commercial banks are in talks with US technology firm IronOne Technologies to deploy an AI platform designed to predict borrower defaults up to six months in advance. Banks explore AI-powered early warning system to curb bad loans Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001553954/good-energy-at-chelsea-as-alonso-kickstarts-reign-in-sydney-with-6-4-win 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 'Good energy' at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney with 6-4 win https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Zj3q0PtwwtOo0M0q3OKbeH09eQ340aekpofKPF5P.jpg Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso got his reign off to winning start on in a dramatic 6-4 victory over Western Sydney Wanderers with striker Joao Pedro scoring a nine-minute hat-trick 'Good energy' at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney with 6-4 win Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001553955/de-zerbi-wants-soul-and-passion-from-new-look-tottenham 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 De Zerbi wants 'soul and passion' from new-look Tottenham https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/513j2GBYSbEkm2I8i9AvljLSGoSc8pwFwKDexXZI.jpg Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi urged his team to play with "soul and passion" as the London club rebuild after narrowly avoiding relegation from the Premier League. De Zerbi wants 'soul and passion' from new-look Tottenham Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553956/climate-crisis-unites-former-enemies-along-the-kenya-ethiopia-border 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Climate crisis unites former enemies along the Kenya-Ethiopia border https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ek5pOrq7m9n44IT1gE06u2AhYSbprcxQlUNX9Dfx.jpg Only a few years ago, the Turkana and the Dassanech of Ethiopia's South Omo Zone clashed over cattle, fishing grounds and grazing land in Natiir along the Kenya-Ethiopia border. Climate crisis unites former enemies along the Kenya-Ethiopia border Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553957/kalombote-pleads-not-guilty-to-murder-of-knh-patient 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Kalombote pleads not guilty to murder of KNH patient https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6ggP0XPRdqV0I27F94pmCLhkmWNz7GyGEC88uivT.jpg Murder suspect Kennedy Kalombote has pleaded not guilty at Kibera High Court following alleged murder of a patient at Kenyatta National Hospital. Kalombote pleads not guilty to murder of KNH patient Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001553958/solar-power-takes-centre-stage-as-250-exhibitors-meet-in-nairobi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Solar power takes centre stage as 250 exhibitors meet in Nairobi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jN2zDUXfiqT3QqfudDEe6V0mPXVRpZn3vhIV8WrQ.jpg More than 250 exhibitors from 27 countries will gather in Nairobi from Wednesday as Kenya's expanding solar sector drives demand for new energy technologies and investment. Solar power takes centre stage as 250 exhibitors meet in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/xn-iraki/article/2001553959/sas-change-of-tack-in-kenya-banking-takeover-unsettling 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 SA's change of tack in Kenya banking takeover unsettling https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/enjwXRsbCIlPx6AWLXTPYvDpqL06Tt4AXAmTSUyG.jpg After buying into NCBA and Safaricom, South Africans want more shares in Absa Bank Kenya, formerly Barclays Bank, which defined Kenya’s old money and status. SA's change of tack in Kenya banking takeover unsettling Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553961/teacher-dies-by-suicide-after-allegedly-losing-students-trip-funds-to-betting 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Teacher dies by suicide after allegedly losing students' trip funds to betting https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/39ybCjKyNyeKHSK2GBGKjDQlA2vS4CNxubcLCZN3.jpg A teacher in Naivasha has died by suicide after losing Sh40,000 that was meant for an end-of-term trip for students, through betting. Teacher dies by suicide after allegedly losing students' trip funds to betting Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553962/turkana-residents-renew-calls-for-greater-share-and-transparency-in-gulf-energy-oil-deal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Turkana residents renew calls for greater share and transparency in Gulf Energy oil deal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8cZxdEnwcnxbzFTImTtZWr68VFifYOXcGWDGOLlc.jpg Turkana residents want revenue-sharing and accountability structures in place before Gulf Energy begins oil production. Turkana residents renew calls for greater share and transparency in Gulf Energy oil deal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001553966/real-madrid-in-negotiations-to-buy-leipzigs-ivorian-star-diomande 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Real Madrid in negotiations to buy Leipzig's Ivorian star Diomande https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XmrCxjMJ0dpsnu5uXNbvG74tF3vtI3BIZaWKBwbe.jpg Real Madrid are in talks with RB Leipzig to buy Ivorian winger Yan Diomande, a source at the German club confirmed to AFP on Tuesday. Real Madrid in negotiations to buy Leipzig's Ivorian star Diomande Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001553968/young-polo-stars-get-chance-to-parade-their-best-in-junior-national-team 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Young polo stars get chance to parade their best in junior national team https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/CTwJWYdhfKUrNDeDYFrd32QLlOsz5UoJRoKzsGbW.jpg The young talents, who shone at the Rift Valley/Swinburn Cups Championships, were among those selected into the new junior national team. Young polo stars get chance to parade their best in junior national team Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001553969/man-citys-rodri-sidelined-for-short-period-following-back-surgery 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Man City's Rodri sidelined for 'short period' following back surgery https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aqcs2LVooKu7h5VF1SaPtqVnQ3yWFGWUCAHcc8wB.jpg Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri will be sidelined for a short period following minor back surgery, Manchester City said on Tuesday. Man City's Rodri sidelined for 'short period' following back surgery Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001553971/josko-gvardiol-signs-new-five-year-deal-at-man-city 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Josko Gvardiol signs new five-year deal at Man City https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HnYTTSJSc25Zi33uYoWMdRqwxXrBN1S0XsLp8his.jpg Josko Gvardiol has signed a new five-year contract at Manchester City, the Premier League club announced on Tuesday. Josko Gvardiol signs new five-year deal at Man City Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001553972/parents-students-protest-to-demand-refund-in-sh11-b-finland-scholarship-saga 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Parents, students protest to demand refund in Sh1.1 b Finland scholarship saga https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6rqggLR6mz06kwQeK7IKWMKyuW128vYFoQ3yYNZJ.jpg Parents and students who lost their funds through the Sh1.1 billion Finland and Canada scholarship saga, protested in Eldoret on Tuesday to demand a refund of their money. Parents, students protest to demand refund in Sh1.1 b Finland scholarship saga Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001553974/afreximbank-returns-to-us-dollar-bond-market-with-15-billion 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Afreximbank returns to US dollar bond market with $1.5 billion https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/f5t21RjHF93W9peNuuG4n8V7LJxIsyfcnowNz0FS.jpg African Export-Import Bank has raised $1.5 billion in its largest-ever bond issuance, marking a triumphant return to the US dollar public market after a five-year absence. Afreximbank returns to US dollar bond market with $1.5 billion Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553975/nairobi-allocates-sh20-million-for-raila-odinga-monument 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Nairobi allocates Sh20 million for Raila Odinga monument https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qQ7V5gVRvaX6qKo3PAi9esnhpkIpa7jbBvKFTfuB.jpg Nairobi County Assembly allocates Sh20 million in the 2026-2027 budget for the construction of a monument and statue honoring the late former PM Raila Odinga. Nairobi allocates Sh20 million for Raila Odinga monument Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001553977/residents-claim-grounded-ship-spilling-oil-and-chemicals 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Residents claim grounded ship spilling oil and chemicals https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gzpVpQm8bje6PT8zvg8yxj0R8dKAi5NVj0nSlBRB.jpg Fishermen and residents in Kikambala, Mtepeni Ward, Kilifi County, have raised alarm over alleged marine pollution caused by oil and chemical leakage from a grounded cargo vessel. Residents claim grounded ship spilling oil and chemicals Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001553978/batuk-training-resumes-as-kenya-hails-uk-defence-partnership 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 BATUK training resumes as Kenya hails UK defence partnership https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uxSg3qRUs1bxX55yDWolz8HaVAm0Wf4zh9nPLRvQ.jpg Kenya has welcomed the resumption of joint military exercises at the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK). BATUK training resumes as Kenya hails UK defence partnership Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553981/60000-west-pokot-residents-face-hunger-as-drought-bites 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 60,000 West Pokot residents face hunger as drought bites https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RnpQIudfEHs6S249OcibIKnbLhtKP0CE2MSNyPPV.jpg Prolonged drought in West Pokot County is worsening the humanitarian crisis, with authorities estimating that nearly 60,000 people are in urgent need of food assistance. 60,000 West Pokot residents face hunger as drought bites Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553986/why-ruto-rejected-public-procurement-amendment-bill-2024 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Why Ruto rejected Public Procurement (Amendment) Bill, 2024 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iOLyGEyVr1XsWFIqjfqE6x59zPPEbshzJQZXDdhl.jpg Wetangula said President Ruto had declined to sign the Bill and instead proposed amendments to several provisions. Why Ruto rejected Public Procurement (Amendment) Bill, 2024 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553997/county-ordered-to-pay-ex-employee-sh1m-for-defamation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 County ordered to pay ex-employee Sh1m for defamation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1fFR7LxSwGnxuXtmlaqkQGNoCLfzMKvN1ECSCsAv.jpg He sued the county government after his name featured in a 2024 list of “ghost workers” who were to be removed from the payroll of the county government. County ordered to pay ex-employee Sh1m for defamation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001554003/burial-disrupted-in-muranga-as-angry-mob-burns-homes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Burial disrupted in Murang'a as angry mob burns homes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/95ddd3DhsEc1k0V4T4CLbC2V2uBxiIDM2zbAn1so.jpg Police said the attacks were motivated by claims that the two residents had played a role in the circumstances surrounding Wangui's death. Burial disrupted in Murang'a as angry mob burns homes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553890/stripped-why-kindiki-has-lost-key-intergovernmental-role-to-mudavadi-in-rutos-shake-up 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Stripped: Why Kindiki has lost key intergovernmental role to Mudavadi in Ruto's shake-up https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/P1JiFedjvtBmOrxq0IBVsFSrxbgGqE6ukSfw4XGr.jpg President William Ruto has reassigned responsibility for implementing the Intergovernmental Relations Act from Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. Stripped: Why Kindiki has lost key intergovernmental role to Mudavadi in Ruto's shake-up Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/barrack-muluka/article/2001553892/rutos-two-political-mistakes-two-wildfires 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Ruto's two political mistakes, two wildfires https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/njkSpVmDn5VMuYjX1HlzRgPDjaZj6lYITAWsr1Ih.jpg The piece argues that President William Ruto's impeachment of Rigathi Gachagua and sidelining of Edwin Sifuna have unintentionally strengthened the opposition. Ruto's two political mistakes, two wildfires Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001553895/why-kenyas-digital-infrastructure-is-failing-to-deliver-stronger-economic-growth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Why Kenya's digital infrastructure is failing to deliver stronger economic growth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EuhtZhhX4jT4SV5PsFqiSCqAtWdoHpxu6MVAqMh5.jpg A new report says Kenya must complement investment in digital infrastructure with stronger digital platforms, skills and institutions. Why Kenya's digital infrastructure is failing to deliver stronger economic growth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001553897/nine-of-10-defilement-cases-in-coast-done-by-close-relatives-neighbours 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Nine of 10 defilement cases in Coast done by close relatives, neighbours https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TD9y5Auo7wzKBz6DrzLFw3ChtxffG7RXqCVj7MZQ.jpg Court records and judicial officials indicate that about nine in 10 defilement cases at the Coast involve perpetrators who are relatives, neighbours or other trusted individuals known to the child. Nine of 10 defilement cases in Coast done by close relatives, neighbours Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001553899/migori-leaders-rally-residents-to-acquire-ids-voter-cards 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Migori leaders rally residents to acquire IDs, voter cards https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1LiNiZceTnyGQXQjTaY5kIYH14JCeiCjsZzoP5nd.jpg Migori leaders have launched a campaign urging residents to obtain national identity cards and register as voters. Migori leaders rally residents to acquire IDs, voter cards Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001553901/kaptagat-forest-restoration-marks-10-years-with-nearly-3000-hectares-restored 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Kaptagat forest restoration marks 10 years with nearly 3,000 hectares restored https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vFnxd5ddYzrFGf4MZQIpPQxzSw8tZQPrV2a3UeBu.jpg The Kaptagat Integrated Conservation Programme has restored nearly 2,800 hectares of the Kaptagat forest over the past decade through tree planting, community livelihoods and conservation measures. Kaptagat forest restoration marks 10 years with nearly 3,000 hectares restored Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553902/obados-conviction-is-good-but-that-is-not-enough 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Obado's conviction is good but that is not enough https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/e9ZeJFjU1FTijD5KBKjQtrHlQjCXy5muJIlD8xYE.jpg The conviction of former Migori Governor Okoth Obado is a significant step for accountability, but Kenya's justice system should also prioritise meaningful support for victims and their families. Obado's conviction is good but that is not enough Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/volleyball-and-handball/article/2001553906/epic-showdowns-await-in-boys-volleyball 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Epic showdowns await in boys' volleyball https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LBH3yoHgIGZe4fJSWJ2BAOJNL0bjacQVeQ1MeVfG.jpg With defending champions Cheptil absent, regional champions including Malava Boys, Ruthimitu and Chepsaita are set for a fiercely contested battle to crown new national boys' volleyball champions. Epic showdowns await in boys' volleyball Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553907/health-experts-warn-hepatitis-b-remains-a-silent-epidemic-in-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Health experts warn hepatitis B remains a silent epidemic in Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7q7OHNhNUfhtNAMsSPdsPYDJj9Anh5exkRmX0BNi.jpg Health experts are warning that hepatitis B remains a silent but highly infectious public health threat in Kenya, with millions undiagnosed due to low awareness, stigma and limited screening. Health experts warn hepatitis B remains a silent epidemic in Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553908/is-dangote-refinery-investment-our-economic-wake-up-call 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Is Dangote refinery investment our economic wake-up call? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5ToBFDnzAcdMfd8zjQDhZ7t7ZtPe1bgpwMW9EQje.jpg The piece argues that the proposed Dangote refinery at Lamu should be the catalyst for a coordinated national industrial strategy built around interconnected economic zones. Is Dangote refinery investment our economic wake-up call? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/alexander-chagema/article/2001553909/sifuna-and-linda-mwananchi-must-claim-2027-without-deference-to-anyone 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi must claim 2027 without deference to anyone https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/e1qFRGKvEAw702S0mEBQhUT8Oy34ZCgJKXWvmjCA.jpg The article argues that Edwin Sifuna and the Linda Mwananchi movement should pursue an independent and uncompromising path towards the 2027 election. Sifuna and Linda Mwananchi must claim 2027 without deference to anyone Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001553910/of-fuel-crisis-and-rutos-fresh-headache 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Of fuel crisis and Ruto's fresh headache https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xhWUYjkpDbG5KdSVArPfvubkEwNHUMgrC5QBeIyY.jpg Rising Middle East tensions and Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping routes have pushed up global oil prices, creating fresh pressure on President William Ruto’s government. Of fuel crisis and Ruto's fresh headache Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001553912/eac-central-banks-turn-to-gold-in-effort-to-revive-single-currency-by-2031 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 EAC Central banks turn to gold in effort to revive single currency by 2031 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/c7gkJe8taFXNkHJafv7LVZqD8AO7YqgCYI9zI3w0.jpg East African central bank governors have renewed efforts to launch a single regional currency by 2031 while strengthening economic resilience through reserve diversification. EAC Central banks turn to gold in effort to revive single currency by 2031 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553913/house-resumes-as-heavy-schedule-expected 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 House resumes as heavy schedule expected https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sXGMADLG5XaQItY7e3fJiY19opp8T3qH71A7IJkQ.jpg The National Assembly resumes sittings with an extensive legislative agenda focused on business reforms, competition laws, consumer protection, public finance oversight and pending committee reports. House resumes as heavy schedule expected Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/xn-iraki/article/2001553914/albert-einstein-nuclear-bombs-and-economic-growth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Albert Einstein, nuclear bombs and economic growth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0mqAGkirHuJGylAgXVAjMbnezVv17dKpaX6I3ahl.jpg The piece draws parallels between nuclear science and economic growth, arguing that while technological power requires specialised knowledge, nations can achieve prosperity by improving institutions. Albert Einstein, nuclear bombs and economic growth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553915/follow-kenyan-law-or-pack-up-leaders-tell-uk-over-batuk-license-snag 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Follow Kenyan law or pack up, leaders tell UK over BATUK license snag https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FMBCgMujZUvuy61UfGPCPRupAQ5CIdDnBv8c5zAc.jpg Laikipia leaders are demanding that the UK respect Kenyan law, create more local opportunities and address accountability concerns before the BATUK defence agreement is approved. Follow Kenyan law or pack up, leaders tell UK over BATUK license snag Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553917/from-scarcity-to-scale-what-africa-can-learn-from-indias-agricultural-transformation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 From scarcity to scale: What Africa can learn from India's agricultural transformation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XjMpAzFpVvtPV8ntGfRvbMbHuNNsWwz0xBdXDMmr.jpg Africa can draw lessons from India’s agricultural transformation by building strong institutions, market systems, technology access and long-term policies. From scarcity to scale: What Africa can learn from India's agricultural transformation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553918/justice-lottery-leaked-elc-court-data-exposes-massive-gap-in-judge-performance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Justice Lottery: Leaked ELC Court data exposes massive gap in Judge performance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1S8qqWnf1ntgoX7VUDwuKgOw5CKx3zc6301KqOwm.jpg Leaked Environment and Land Court performance data reveals stark disparities in judges’ case output, fuelling a legal battle over the Judiciary’s plan to publish individual performance records. Justice Lottery: Leaked ELC Court data exposes massive gap in Judge performance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553919/us-seeks-extradition-of-six-kenyans-in-sh96m-cyber-fraud-crackdown 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 US seeks extradition of six Kenyans in Sh96m cyber fraud crackdown https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pbJJEWZdq88VCYsvsT3Nl0xCdBWFBcMz8ERFzn0t.jpg The United States is seeking the extradition of six Kenyans over an alleged multibillion-shilling business email compromise fraud targeting US government agencies and universities. US seeks extradition of six Kenyans in Sh96m cyber fraud crackdown Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke 2026-07-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/4/business 0.9 2026-07-29 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/1/counties 0.9 2026-07-29 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/588/national 0.9 2026-07-29 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/3/politics 0.9 2026-07-29 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/198/politics 0.9 2026-07-29 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/5/world 0.9 2026-07-29 ;