https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/asia/article/2001546242/malaysia-appoints-new-anti-graft-chief 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Malaysia appoints new anti-graft chief https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2THyjHH1f3WIzMAxzxrlQNUvoqMJZOHzQMliuig8.jpg Malaysia appointed on Saturday a former high court judge as the country's new anti-graft czar to replace its outgoing chief who was dogged by allegations of abuse of power. Malaysia appoints new anti-graft chief Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546245/storm-in-mara-labour-dispute-power-fights-rock-kenyas-oldest-safari-lodge 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Storm in Mara: Labour dispute, power fights rock Kenya's oldest safari lodge https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YxCodLJudiz2r7IajphiI4csT4baCMir6DBitVJ3.jpg Operations have been disrupted at Keekorok Lodge after a worker-led protest and expulsion of managers. Storm in Mara: Labour dispute, power fights rock Kenya's oldest safari lodge Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/asia/article/2001546246/palestinians-vote-in-first-elections-since-gaza-war 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Palestinians vote in first elections since Gaza war https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9bA9LVuvEiQMNn0KnjjAuFgQUYmrZjljwPxSWX80.jpg Palestinians in the West Bank and a central area of Gaza began voting Saturday in municipal elections in the first vote since the Gaza war, marked by a narrow political field. Palestinians vote in first elections since Gaza war Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546249/poetry-never-left-us-we-just-stopped-listening-to-women 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Poetry never left us, we just stopped listening to women https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GdA9rAggNuYpJ5rNik022fNmI4UNNx31qxNPXPS9.webp Poetry remains central to human life, but women’s voices—especially in Africa—have long been ignored, a gap now being challenged by a new anthology. Poetry never left us, we just stopped listening to women Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001546254/kwale-residents-reject-land-survey 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Kwale residents reject land survey https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HbcIyHzCOFkPjyck8u2bh1sNc2BRX0mu1iK2Qn0i.jpg Residents of Kuranze in Kwale County are opposing a government land survey, citing lack of public participation and fears of land dispossession amid rising investor interest. Kwale residents reject land survey Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001546256/cs-kabogo-digital-economy-now-established-focus-shifts-to-governance-and-accountability 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 CS Kabogo: Digital economy now established, focus shifts to governance and accountability https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Gjfvtl620Ee2a33a5UTq0iE3QENYX4iR5xJpLZWF.jpg Kenya is accelerating digital transformation while prioritising governance, trust, and cybersecurity amid rising cyber threats. CS Kabogo: Digital economy now established, focus shifts to governance and accountability Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546257/letter-from-mogadishu-will-ruto-keep-his-promise-to-re-open-border-with-somalia 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Letter from Mogadishu: Will Ruto keep his promise to re-open border with Somalia? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aK6DKIiUMzYyzuOci4UL9MJVhG0xzgBdj9tPbswz.jpg Communities await Ruto’s pledge to reopen the Kenya–Somalia border, seen as key to boosting trade despite lingering security concerns. Letter from Mogadishu: Will Ruto keep his promise to re-open border with Somalia? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/athletics/article/2001546258/kip-keino-classic-lives-up-to-billing-young-talents-get-platform-to-realise-dreams 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Kip Keino Classic lives up to billing, young talents get platform to realise dreams https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eDNlmAjRLXmwwKUqlhMSTS07bH3siwxS7frN74Ew.jpg The seventh edition of the Absa Kip Keino Classic lived up to its billing at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi on Friday. Kip Keino Classic lives up to billing, young talents get platform to realise dreams Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001546259/nema-warns-of-arrests-as-crackdown-on-banned-plastic-bags-intensifies 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 NEMA warns of arrests as crackdown on banned plastic bags intensifies https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sc9vCu5FUFDX1a4sxxctOkhrnezboNld30l6UA8W.jpg NEMA has intensified a crackdown on banned plastic bags, warning of arrests and prosecutions for offenders. NEMA warns of arrests as crackdown on banned plastic bags intensifies Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546260/new-twist-as-mohammed-denies-theft-in-sh42-chan-insurance-scandal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 New twist as Mohammed denies theft in Sh42 CHAN insurance scandal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hzlQb2nnkXzaZBzjqlodMCCcdkx64F9IxlBm9Ucj.jpg Embattled FKF President Hussein Mohammed denies any loss of funds in Sh42m CHAN insurance saga, says CAF secured cover; alleges a smear campaign amid leadership tussle. New twist as Mohammed denies theft in Sh42 CHAN insurance scandal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001546261/role-of-women-in-the-anglican-catholic-churches 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Role of women in the Anglican, Catholic Churches https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OZ5TZ5FZTo8LyNA3aZwv5JOvLNIBhIm9fJnngAOB.jpg In the Catholic church, only men can serve as clergy, whether cardinals, priests, or deacons, and of course, the pope has only ever been male. Role of women in the Anglican, Catholic Churches Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001546262/turkana-kakuma-protests-erupt-over-county-sidelining-claims 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Turkana: Kakuma protests erupt over county sidelining claims https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TuTSdv1L9zODRhaK6j3bldPxozt0yrq9bV8liwz7.jpg Kakuma residents protested Turkana County leadership, accusing it of sidelining the region and unfairly transferring a key official linked to a World Bank-funded project. Turkana: Kakuma protests erupt over county sidelining claims Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001546263/orengo-declares-himself-odms-acting-party-leader-as-rival-factions-clash 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Orengo declares himself ODM's acting party leader as rival factions clash https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YIdn9eNS4z8BvB84aU09yAy3fPBHULJpGoQotQt1.jpg Siaya Governor James Orengo now claims he has assumed additional responsibilities within ODM, saying he is stepping in to perform duties linked to party deputy leader Oburu Oginga. Orengo declares himself ODM's acting party leader as rival factions clash Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001546265/private-developers-eye-deeper-presence-in-coast-region 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Private developers eye deeper presence in Coast region https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qbDRYLg6F7CQquob8jhBbapHHbpE5K9u2OWSbV4R.jpg Private developers are expanding into Kenya’s Coast region as demand for structured real estate grows, with KPDA pushing for a regional chapter. Private developers eye deeper presence in Coast region Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/america/article/2001546267/gunfire-in-mali-as-army-battles-terrorist-groups 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Gunfire in Mali as army battles 'terrorist groups' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GdNXDwPk2l8WtjnVbpDbJ66fC9ExZr5zCnnyONFZ.jpg The army in junta-ruled Mali on Saturday battled "terrorist groups" it said had launched attacks across the west African nation stricken by more than a decade of jihadist conflict. Gunfire in Mali as army battles 'terrorist groups' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546268/woman-sentenced-over-child-theft-in-love-triangle-dispute 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Woman sentenced over child theft in love triangle dispute https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zaOlFaFUcquyVgh8WCTvv9A43wdDkGoKCgYjkp2c.jpg A 26-year-old woman has been jailed for 3 years after stealing an infant in Mombasa in a jealousy-driven love triangle involving her estranged husband. Woman sentenced over child theft in love triangle dispute Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546269/we-will-not-be-cowed-linda-mwananchi-storms-vihiga-with-show-of-force 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 We will not be cowed: Linda Mwananchi storms Vihiga with show of force https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9zBvvYKIkrapizvHK2Gpf5KC5QRl9OXWRYdtnSJ3.jpg Leaders allied to the Linda Mwananchi movement have said they will not be intimidated as they campaign for Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi’s bid for governor next year. We will not be cowed: Linda Mwananchi storms Vihiga with show of force Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546270/skyline-director-charged-over-sh25-million-land-fraud 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Skyline director charged over Sh25 million land fraud https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hKF2HDarShKpQ5lOWF5MePJ8tQSTwskOe2KM8b0z.jpg A Skyline Works director has been charged in Nairobi over alleged forgery and uttering false documents in a sh25 million Eastleigh land fraud case. Skyline director charged over Sh25 million land fraud Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546271/kajiado-county-boosts-maternal-care-with-expansion-of-newborn-unit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Kajiado county boosts maternal care with expansion of newborn unit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PohI1KFXmDWLwhP5AJ2ilO8W5Uhd6t1rP50J0VSr.jpg Ngong Sub-County Hospital in Kajiado has been upgraded with a new newborn unit, boosting capacity and improving maternal and child healthcare. Kajiado county boosts maternal care with expansion of newborn unit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546277/court-ends-53-year-old-dispute-over-jm-kariukis-land 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Court ends 53-year-old dispute over JM Kariuki's land https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OFHnrEyC3GWSUeuCjnaqAash8uSJBWjGlVsfIWah.jpg The family of late politician JM Kariuki has won a property dispute against his former alleged dancers after 53 years. Court ends 53-year-old dispute over JM Kariuki's land Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546284/kenya-wont-change-until-justice-stops-negotiating-with-power 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Kenya won't change until justice stops negotiating with power https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6QLX25wfNvycDSQZZEV21uOxrPxN6FLX2I7WNIkP.jpg For decades, we have placed our faith in the Presidency of Kenya, expecting that a new leader will unlock national progress. Kenya won't change until justice stops negotiating with power Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546287/chan-scandal-mariga-calls-for-speedy-probe-on-sh42-million-insurance-saga 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 CHAN scandal: Mariga calls for speedy probe on Sh42 million insurance saga https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3XOy2oJnKPiwLmodBHWFL7B61ngygdhtaT0I9rWf.jpg Acting FKF President McDonald Mariga calls for speedy probe into alleged theft of Sh42 million CHAN insurance funds, to convene urgent NEC meeting, but no date given. CHAN scandal: Mariga calls for speedy probe on Sh42 million insurance saga Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546303/eight-killed-after-truck-loses-control-on-narok-mai-mahiu-road 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Eight killed after truck loses control on Narok-Mai Mahiu Road https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XpP8vKSSTEspn7YerUzRJs43mmmlW2JnNsKgEsp5.jpg Eight people killed in a head-on collision involving a truck and a private car at Nairegia on Narok-Mai Mahiu Road, bodies moved to mortuary. Eight killed after truck loses control on Narok-Mai Mahiu Road Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546188/lights-camera-profit-why-africa-must-turn-film-into-big-business 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Lights, camera, profit: Why Africa must turn film into big business https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/c2RpN1m0ld6EXwRn1REkObUDwNzxu9qP1W019pzK.jpg Africa must shift from creativity to business-focused filmmaking to build a sustainable, globally competitive film industry. Lights, camera, profit: Why Africa must turn film into big business Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546189/we-must-speak-truth-to-power-for-just-and-responsive-states 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 We must speak truth to power for just and responsive states https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3NpRkvEnbrK8Z75jqH1cFGu7DBkOMl2QPqAaQ6iF.jpg Eight years ago, the United Nations proclaimed the International Day to affirm that peace, human rights, and sustainable development were best achieved We must speak truth to power for just and responsive states Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546190/lets-start-building-beautiful-public-infrastructure 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Let's start building beautiful public infrastructure https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/MTLmDeLPRaDMEretGlKKxW9INgz2fpKOTYoQ6NHi.jpg The Eldoret example distills the general ugliness of public spaces in Kenya. Let's start building beautiful public infrastructure Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546191/push-to-cut-paye-private-sector-wants-30-per-cent-tax-cap-to-boost-incomes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Push to cut PAYE: Private sector wants 30 per cent tax cap to boost incomes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9yKO0t7M4U413lq6sfFfHG05995ewUR457MIxYmu.webp KEPSA is pushing to cap PAYE at 30% to ease worker tax burden and stimulate economic growth. Push to cut PAYE: Private sector wants 30 per cent tax cap to boost incomes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546196/war-of-words-ahead-of-linda-mwainchi-rally-in-kisumu 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 War of words ahead of Linda Mwainchi rally in Kisumu https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wp2OAG86q2yOoUSKMGhsmsx0vae7OwL9BE5WSEgN.jpg Tensions are rising in Kisumu ahead of the Linda Mwananchi rally, with leaders and residents sharply divided over its purpose and potential impact. War of words ahead of Linda Mwainchi rally in Kisumu Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/editorial/article/2001546197/knh-facing-a-test-of-leadership-and-genuine-legacy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 KNH facing a test of leadership and genuine legacy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Lm99RZEqKYVW6aMNNgQHEJtUH1A4ymGJwtlHLStE.jpg The poor state of Kenyatta National Hospital, the region’s largest referral facility, is one such test, and President William Ruto must face it head-on. KNH facing a test of leadership and genuine legacy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546198/lessons-kenya-must-take-from-the-global-shocks-on-fuel-prices 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Lessons Kenya must take from the global shocks on fuel prices https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/k3wKmqrIi2MOXyIT72x9mS5o7ip74sQIHbao5kNG.jpg A global shock hits, pump prices jump, queues form, and Kenya scrambles to calm the market and avoid strife. Lessons Kenya must take from the global shocks on fuel prices Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546199/will-lenacapavir-be-the-silver-bullet-in-fight-against-hiv 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Will Lenacapavir be the silver bullet in fight against HIV? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8wPXR6N2cUvynv55cJvicxHGS9ilghaReuCzKtfE.jpg In 2016, Kenya was hailed as a global pioneer for rolling out daily Oral PrEP. Will Lenacapavir be the silver bullet in fight against HIV? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546201/court-moves-to-end-83-year-sh1bn-mombasa-inheritance-dispute 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Court moves to end 83-year Sh1bn Mombasa inheritance dispute https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QVc8l1vd60omrt10cvMvydIFUHDkXzNoZwKYDXHx.webp A court has partially resolved an 83-year inheritance dispute over a Sh1 billion estate, paving the way for distribution among 72 descendants. Court moves to end 83-year Sh1bn Mombasa inheritance dispute Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546202/why-national-infrastructure-fund-is-key-for-growth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Why National Infrastructure Fund is key for growth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/taW5F1DT4lu5O1fEzBf53LoxzUsu369JiJGVxvOH.jpg Kenya faces an infrastructure investment deficit of about US$ 2.1 billion annually. Why National Infrastructure Fund is key for growth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001546204/mathare-united-target-first-back-to-back-win-over-naibois 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Mathare United target first back-to-back win over Naibois https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ijOLina7GRL4HtMB4N1ciemZfAjsf9DEXGNXkLUT.jpg Mathare United will be chasing consistency when they host Nairobi United at Kasarani Stadium this afternoon Mathare United target first back-to-back win over Naibois Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001546206/millions-paid-to-ghost-broker 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Millions paid to ghost broker... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vYWlEZ8Oww2UnLKkgBCECEDgAkfQpepCbW6upwjS.jpg Millions paid to ghost broker... Millions paid to ghost broker... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/boxing/article/2001546207/bakari-gearing-up-for-league-championships 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Bakari gearing up for league championships https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cG6oKzfWoH1CDAgPG4SPpQdlZCvuiX1h3yUcZ3zz.jpg As the first leg of the league championships gets closer, experienced boxers who have had a rough time against novice players are ready to change the tide this time round. Bakari gearing up for league championships Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546208/kabarak-university-experts-warn-of-new-scramble-for-africa-as-rule-of-law-crisis-deepens 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Kabarak University: Experts warn of new scramble for Africa as rule of law crisis deepens https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cXFsAbo2KeqDnULWXo8OVYSHkdAEWyeR3FlIubei.jpg Legal experts warn that weakening global rule of law could trigger a new scramble for Africa’s resources, urging stronger African legal sovereignty. Kabarak University: Experts warn of new scramble for Africa as rule of law crisis deepens Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/athletics/article/2001546211/eldoret-welcomes-athletics-stars-and-fans-for-a-lucrative-race 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Eldoret welcomes athletics stars and fans for a lucrative race https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LsxiMpJ4K3pyo4Ybfb2NLLqJ5zmGUN1LnqRAF8v1.jpg Elite athletes will compete in the marathon and elite races, while fun runners will take part in the 10km. Eldoret welcomes athletics stars and fans for a lucrative race Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/basketball/article/2001546214/champions-kpa-nairobi-city-thunder-keen-to-maintain-flawless-run 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Champions KPA, Nairobi City Thunder keen to maintain flawless run https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZMwiw0cAan707ZbmcyGUebwb1AfcWoCVa4LBW0f9.jpg The Dockers will chase maximum points against the Swish and Dream Girls. Champions KPA, Nairobi City Thunder keen to maintain flawless run Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001546215/how-tanzania-could-emerge-as-the-unlikely-dealmaker-for-kenya-ugandas-oil-ambitions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 How Tanzania could emerge as the unlikely dealmaker for Kenya, Uganda's oil ambitions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/406NGGGHRYnV7IUx1DZ2mfIgTD9KJv1eqsxuWgJU.jpg Kenya and Uganda reviving regional energy cooperation with plans for a joint refinery in Tanzania, marking a shift from past pipeline rivalries. How Tanzania could emerge as the unlikely dealmaker for Kenya, Uganda's oil ambitions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001546216/kabras-face-surprise-package-blak-blad-test-in-kenya-cup-semis 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Kabras face surprise package Blak Blad test in Kenya Cup semis https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6mApl8cyUNhbSTYUqCuzZhcS5m46XE3wQ3PeI1Rv.jpg Kabras Sugar will once again be in familiar territory when they host Kenya University's Blak Blad in the Kenya Cup semi-final at Kakamega Showground Kabras face surprise package Blak Blad test in Kenya Cup semis Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/volleyball-and-handball/article/2001546217/kenyan-clubs-once-again-fail-to-break-north-african-dominance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Kenyan clubs once again fail to break North African dominance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/k0mTtXbpaQtP2LtYcMynCoMhFp3krztaL6rrvJJx.jpg KCB failed to replicate their 2022 performance, losing to Al Ahly to settle for second best. Kenyan clubs once again fail to break North African dominance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546219/orengo-vs-ruto-unbowed-linda-mwananchi-warns-against-forceful-odm-takeover 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Orengo Vs Ruto: Unbowed Linda Mwananchi warns against forceful ODM takeover https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/fQfVr0YbDjsUNvv0G6nG291rci95sRGn0Mpww12R.jpg Orengo has warned President Ruto against influencing ODM, insisting the party remains independent as he rallies support for Linda Wanainchi meetings in Vihiga and Kisumu. Orengo Vs Ruto: Unbowed Linda Mwananchi warns against forceful ODM takeover Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001546221/back-to-school-burden-parents-struggle-under-rising-costs 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Back-to-school burden: Parents struggle under rising costs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Aqxujra0HiwQHuIdSr25NzlEq53Gaw2JVyYETSZV.jpg Parents across Kenya are struggling with rising transport fares, fuel prices, and hidden school levies, raising concerns over access to education as schools reopen. Back-to-school burden: Parents struggle under rising costs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546222/former-cj-maraga-urges-youth-to-register-as-voters 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Former CJ Maraga urges youth to register as voters https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/oO8Iz7lCZCXTXho3hS0116qtsjMXAfyGzAZe2yUz.jpg Former CJ David Maraga has urged young people in Kisumu to register as voters, warning that low turnout could shape Kenya’s political future. Former CJ Maraga urges youth to register as voters Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546223/chan-scandal-hussein-pushed-out-of-kandanda-house-after-sh42-million-expose 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 CHAN scandal: Hussein pushed out of Kandanda House after Sh42 million expose https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8S1KYBn2wlcy8fP3CFn9z8PT890ujwsL357B6wss.jpg Former Kenyan international and Hussein’s deputy, Mariga, takes charge of FKF. CHAN scandal: Hussein pushed out of Kandanda House after Sh42 million expose Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546224/salgaa-couple-murder-suspects-remanded-as-court-delays-bail-ruling 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Salgaa couple murder suspects remanded as court delays bail ruling https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4ylvrioX8Xg4ZzBGAbvBtwkIUeCoxPRAKpo3IFW8.jpg Four suspects linked to the killing of an elderly Salgaa couple will remain in custody for 25 more days as the court prepares to rule on their bail application on May 19. Salgaa couple murder suspects remanded as court delays bail ruling Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001546225/how-malaria-is-stealing-pregnancies-in-siaya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 How Malaria is stealing pregnancies in Siaya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/biwYJXTDrtvMJ5Vf279bZxU0MVIpsQ0UJ8CYo4Jv.jpg Families in Siaya are losing pregnancies and lives to malaria, exposing gaps in prevention, funding cuts, and delayed antenatal care despite the disease being preventable and treatable. How Malaria is stealing pregnancies in Siaya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546226/game-of-numbers-opposition-state-clash-over-id-cards-issuance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Game of numbers: Opposition, State clash over ID cards issuance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4gxheW7R1Aohc3BTJnfCHV4JVN3VCOrYNyHU8zY2.jpg Opposition leaders allege President Ruto and his allies are selectively issuing IDs, prioritising his supporters. Game of numbers: Opposition, State clash over ID cards issuance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546227/omanyala-thomas-wanyonyi-shine-at-kip-keino-classic 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Omanyala, Thomas, Wanyonyi shine at Kip Keino Classic https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mhzMiXMJuwhOjkSNDalo2zwCYhbtJguxQWh57C0i.jpg Omanyala, Thomas and Wanyonyi headline a record-breaking Kip Keino Classic as Kenyan athletes and global stars deliver standout performances in Nairobi. Omanyala, Thomas, Wanyonyi shine at Kip Keino Classic Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546228/ruto-opts-for-electric-cars-to-escape-high-fuel-prices 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Ruto opts for electric cars to escape high fuel prices https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JwEK6UJC12r9El1jYs9d4zul22A6KhQgGuKTNA73.jpg Treasury is seeking to lease 600 electric vehicles and install 70 DC fast chargers as as millions of Kenyans bear the brunt of government policies that continue to drive fuel prices. Ruto opts for electric cars to escape high fuel prices Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546229/embattled-fkf-president-declares-suspension-null-and-void 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Embattled FKF president declares suspension 'null and void' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0CIpCrJ88A52oaAQxEnP0ZYS2zTUdgs9J5qIFJx9.jpg Embattled FKF President Hussein Mohammed terms NEC meeting that suspended him illegal, declares decision null and void, amid alleged links to Sh42m CHAN insurance scandal. Embattled FKF president declares suspension 'null and void' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546231/why-odms-omanyo-has-broken-the-rules-of-power 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Why ODM's Omanyo has broken the rules of power https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TSA1wXfxGTEgrAf9H0wOlS58bVzw2a1xyY9yyzA6.jpg Acting Secretary-General Catherine Omanyo is struggling. She is under pressure to prove her worth. Madam SG is yet to rise to the demands of the moment. Why ODM's Omanyo has broken the rules of power Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-opinion/article/2001546232/fragments-cultural-tensions-and-postcolonial-societies-gasping-for-balance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Fragments, cultural tensions and postcolonial societies gasping for balance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/CLGLkUHboyj059pBBQxpkxVdfPUyxzheTSTM2RQU.jpg It is always the man or woman in the mirror being invited to see an antithesis to his or her own ways, then find the right balance between their worldview and the alternative view. Fragments, cultural tensions and postcolonial societies gasping for balance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/relationships/article/2001546233/together-yet-apart-inside-kenyas-urban-loneliness-pandemic 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 Together yet apart: Inside Kenya's urban loneliness pandemic https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EEoNWP2Qyvckc8pwpdbQqkhL4VZFpI9P0ZelhZRm.jpg Many young people, on the other hand, are choosing solitude, preferring to enjoy their own company without the encumbrances of a relationship. Together yet apart: Inside Kenya's urban loneliness pandemic Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001546234/afc-leopards-gor-mahia-clash-in-high-stakes-mashemeji-derby 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 AFC Leopards, Gor Mahia clash in high-stakes Mashemeji Derby https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rbkm344kyoOCD1aa1qg5w6g5ifM8y5XuS0ntQtjz.jpg For the first time in decades, the Mashemeji Derby is likely to decide who will be crowned the 2025-2026 SportPesa Premier League champion. AFC Leopards, Gor Mahia clash in high-stakes Mashemeji Derby Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546235/from-handouts-to-chaos-the-return-of-cash-politics-in-2027-election-campaign-trail 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 From handouts to chaos: The return of cash politics in 2027 election campaign trail https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uHQwwQEPPP6ZRvmOC3jIqYmZSlQCpc2EdErubuEK.jpg Politicians distribute millions in cash, raising concerns over election integrity as experts warn cash politics undermines accountability and promotes electoral corruption. From handouts to chaos: The return of cash politics in 2027 election campaign trail Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-25 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546236/how-rutos-aggression-over-fuel-prices-with-eac-neighbours-strains-ties 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-25 How Ruto's aggression over fuel prices with EAC neighbours strains ties https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bZmMPM1AKm8AQmcrPFdnXU69OuOHh4vyeeZ56zhk.jpg Diplomatically, Ruto's insinuations are completely unjustifiable. They may easily pass as bullying from big brother or looking down upon our neighbours. 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