https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557932/ruto-may-be-orange-partys-lifeline-and-its-undertaker 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Ruto may be Orange party's lifeline and its undertaker https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Frtxu7qTSH4tPZzia3zvqjA9Rr8GC30p1CFUrbP8.jpg When President William Ruto descended on Kisumu, yellow — UDA's colour — flooded the heart of what was, for two decades, Raila Odinga's impregnable political turf. Ruto may be Orange party's lifeline and its undertaker Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557936/kenyas-governance-is-also-in-need-of-cartographic-correction 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Kenya's governance is also in need of 'cartographic' correction https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EHArtGb1IQAAfHw38CYvxjshXAujDJb4Jximslrv.jpg For decades, Kenyans have been brainwashed into lowering their expectations of governance and at the same time increasing the expectations of their political chiefs. Kenya's governance is also in need of 'cartographic' correction Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/elias-mokua/article/2001557938/why-sifuna-has-outshined-other-aspirants-for-top-seat 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Why Sifuna has outshined other aspirants for top seat https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ukpm698Bl3QqR7QirelOs624bMSx1JLAH9QasIWV.jpg The Sifuna euphoria means that neither the incumbent nor the other presidential candidates can afford to ignore public opinion. Why Sifuna has outshined other aspirants for top seat Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557940/invisible-bruises-workplace-bullying-is-hurting-midlife-women 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Invisible bruises: Workplace bullying is hurting midlife women https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DNhl9H0NxjggV5k3YXr4uXcbrvgdkcqlfHkmsXFR.jpg Workplace bullying should be treated as a serious occupational health issue because its impact on midlife women extends into their physical health, mental wellbeing, and financial security. Invisible bruises: Workplace bullying is hurting midlife women Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001557949/samuel-asati-the-kenyan-rugby-star-with-big-dreams 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Samuel Asati: The Kenyan rugby star with big dreams https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pJltmmTocBWljbn386ORMGqOFo1F5wTbDDihZm6F.jpg Kenya Sevens and KCB scrumhalf Samuel Asati has turned his stature into an advantage, progressing through age-grade rugby to the national team while pursuing higher education. Samuel Asati: The Kenyan rugby star with big dreams Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001557951/half-worlds-migratory-birds-on-decline-kenya-at-the-crossroads 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Half world's Migratory birds on decline, Kenya at the crossroads https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BKgThZreAXoh3Jhb4kG9F1d4fgZdJFReRPXjlHmb.jpg Nearly half of the world’s migratory bird species are in sustained decline, placing Kenya’s critical flyway habitats and wetlands at the centre of an urgent international conservation effort. Half world's Migratory birds on decline, Kenya at the crossroads Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557959/jilted-man-fails-to-secure-dowry-refund-in-court 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Jilted man fails to secure dowry refund in court https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VDkAPHGeXPjUberFu2skdtIb8ZM6DUUD1tUO2qyq.jpg A Machakos court has declined a man’s Sh1.16 million claim for a refund of dowry and wedding expenses after his Kamba customary marriage ended within a month. Jilted man fails to secure dowry refund in court Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557962/rutos-fall-guy-why-uhuru-is-sending-shivers-down-rutos-spine 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Ruto's fall guy: Why Uhuru is sending shivers down Ruto's spine https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rusakbURWZfe4Z1T1SKWvRa7WXT6WCG3gTUpkjV8.jpg President William Ruto’s renewed criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta has intensified political tensions ahead of the 2027 General Election. Ruto's fall guy: Why Uhuru is sending shivers down Ruto's spine Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557963/sidelining-uhuru-and-jubilees-fate-after-his-exit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Sidelining Uhuru and Jubilee's fate after his exit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sI1DzR6zK1dKNCl0MglOzWg4uIQKZ0NQPu232vMk.jpg A High Court ruling barring retired presidents from holding political party office has triggered a leadership succession debate within Jubilee, with Jeremiah Kioni declaring interest in taking over. Sidelining Uhuru and Jubilee's fate after his exit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557965/treasury-faces-sh245b-refund-bill-in-bungled-safaricom-shares-sale 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Treasury faces Sh245b refund bill in bungled Safaricom shares sale https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PPISvrVLvkjA0vpXc4RwSfwE8dBTerRioEKOvdQB.jpg Kenya’s Sh245 billion Safaricom stake sale to Vodacom has been declared null and void by the High Court, with the State ordered to restore the 15 per cent stake. Treasury faces Sh245b refund bill in bungled Safaricom shares sale Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557968/obado-pleads-for-leniency-as-sharons-parents-forgive-him 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Obado pleads for leniency as Sharon's parents 'forgive' him https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/SdsK8OBpr4S6wZyGPDAUiU89fnNk93Gw4Qnsbi0E.jpg Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado has asked the High Court for a three-year non-custodial sentence after his conviction for Sharon Otieno’s murder, while her parents have pleaded for mercy. Obado pleads for leniency as Sharon's parents 'forgive' him Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557972/new-commerce-lobby-to-strengthen-australia-eac-business-ties 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 New commerce lobby to strengthen Australia-EAC business ties https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gDhu0QQroPjJJnqV2MYtFEIy3maRevCh170lws4f.jpg The Australian High Commission in Kenya has launched the Australia East Africa Chamber of Commerce to bring together Australian and East African businesses to explore trade opportunities. New commerce lobby to strengthen Australia-EAC business ties Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001557974/moraa-back-on-track-targets-beijing-glory 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Moraa back on track, targets Beijing glory https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LMkyrKb6hXuCJHZQuZSQNDn2eFpOW1Cu2xSrFKmt.jpg Former world 800m champion Mary Moraa is back on track after an injury-enforced break, as she sets her sights on the next World Athletics Championships in Beijing. Moraa back on track, targets Beijing glory Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001557981/technology-and-green-energy-powering-chinas-ningbo-zhoushan-port 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Technology and green energy powering China's Ningbo Zhoushan Port https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aDu1rH4sVmky1YT71uD3GRKgjim6N8pHz19Nb1uz.jpg Situated at the heart of the Yangtze River Delta economic region, the Ningbo Zhoushan Port in Zhejiang Province boasts a topological advantage, as it is at the spot mainland meets the Pacific Ocean. Technology and green energy powering China's Ningbo Zhoushan Port Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557985/senate-puts-kagwe-to-task-over-milk-shortage 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Senate puts Kagwe to task over milk shortage https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Jdsyec5jEyB6hKGZyiSNvINNGgdICqhRuVTMCsax.jpg Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has been taken to task by Senate over the government's silence as the country faces a severe milk shortage crisis. Senate puts Kagwe to task over milk shortage Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001557986/messi-set-for-emotional-argentina-farewell-in-benin-friendly 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Benin friendly https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qtvmkbtHNxl9y1YIk4W3GIRtVf4IUTthDCoxBHon.jpg Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina’s squad for a farewell friendly against Benin on October 6, expected to be his final international appearance. Messi set for emotional Argentina farewell in Benin friendly Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/tennis/article/2001557988/zverev-shelton-back-on-court-for-davis-cup-qualifiers 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Zverev, Shelton back on court for Davis Cup qualifiers https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/y0x4fgSDeSok9HIfVBicO6qIgagljoS4VBjEBYlW.jpg Alexander Zverev and Ben Shelton return to action in the Davis Cup qualifiers as Germany faces Croatia and the United States takes on the Czech Republic. Zverev, Shelton back on court for Davis Cup qualifiers Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001557990/liverpool-pile-on-misery-for-spurs-in-league-cup 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Liverpool pile on misery for Spurs in League Cup https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AicOEZvYXjGqQwqeGiP58DG7eulpx2tsB8VgYIdu.jpg Liverpool beat Tottenham 3-1 in the League Cup, while 16-year-old Max Dowman scored twice as Arsenal swept aside Ipswich 4-2. Liverpool pile on misery for Spurs in League Cup Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557853/the-next-elections-should-be-held-before-august-10-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 The next elections should be held before August 10, 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/W9yToPf2xWc1GKkcDRQCkhCSdxwq7BXfoC8QJLZn.jpg The reasonable thing to do when one violates the Constitution is not to escalate or aggravate. You take reasonable steps to achieve fast remedial compliance. The next elections should be held before August 10, 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557854/how-parents-can-raise-financially-confident-children 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 How parents can raise financially confident children https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2TCgQJ1fylyB7dV7W2HaOxKYeo1YkS2CY3qXQPDU.jpg Children begin learning about money long before they open their first bank account, earn their first salary or make their first investment. How parents can raise financially confident children Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557858/kalonzos-2027-gamble-can-the-diplomat-finally-catch-his-flight 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kalonzo's 2027 gamble: Can the diplomat finally catch his flight? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xV2bGFN6xe49NkgK2k3XmctToE1R5bvz4Ho8X4cc.jpg Kalonzo Musyoka faces his toughest political test yet as he seeks to unite a fractious opposition behind his 2027 presidential bid. Kalonzo's 2027 gamble: Can the diplomat finally catch his flight? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557859/nssf-uganda-woos-kenyan-diaspora-to-save-and-invest-back-home 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 NSSF Uganda woos Kenyan diaspora to save and invest back home https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/A5ujLEr2D3GZapW1xFvwNuSlJKNqTMeNIkzYdEJq.jpg NSSF Uganda introduced voluntary savings following amendments to the law in 2022, which were operationalised in November 2024. NSSF Uganda woos Kenyan diaspora to save and invest back home Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557864/kenyatta-meets-jaramogi-how-i-introduced-the-titans-in-maseno 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kenyatta meets Jaramogi: How I introduced the titans in Maseno https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/G9s4luOWuBQVpAw5xH9pqMjSOzLqe2O9W7RAwilK.jpg Achieng’ Oneko recounts Jomo Kenyatta’s early efforts to strengthen KAU, build support in Nyanza and unite Kenyan leaders in the struggle for independence, culminating in a 1951 delegation to Britain. Kenyatta meets Jaramogi: How I introduced the titans in Maseno Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/athletics/article/2001557866/nairobi-awaits-the-world-with-open-arms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Nairobi awaits the world with open arms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Jjx37NN7yiZre5KwGo8EtHcx21FQ3zk4ItJZOGId.jpg Nairobi will make history in 2029 as the first African city to host the World Athletics Championships, presenting Kenya with a major opportunity to showcase its athletics heritage. Nairobi awaits the world with open arms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001557867/why-four-of-juja-quintuplets-died-after-premature-birth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Why four of Juja quintuplets died after premature birth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dOy2hkfBJXAzJeQtdt7JRUr6jrlHtfqtQ2pu42lD.jpg Four of five babies born prematurely in a rare quintuplet delivery in Juja have died at Kenyatta National Hospital after complications. Why four of Juja quintuplets died after premature birth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557869/propaganda-machine-how-ai-is-turning-political-propaganda-into-election-battleground 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Propaganda machine: How AI is turning political propaganda into election battleground https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nNrKjZI8EglugtIIxqk5dQQqdC8fOqUXD7fsm9eY.jpg AI-generated propaganda is emerging as a major threat to Kenya’s 2027 election, with bots, deepfakes and coordinated online campaigns exposing gaps in electoral preparedness. Propaganda machine: How AI is turning political propaganda into election battleground Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/enterprise/article/2001557870/stanchart-unveils-investment-option-for-the-rich 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 StanChart unveils investment option for the rich https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zsvXlKGWOk6a1jaFw72pRwypWIRYZavKcfA9weIh.jpg The platform is intended to offer clients greater flexibility in their investment choices. StanChart unveils investment option for the rich Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/editorial/article/2001557871/observe-rules-to-ensure-smooth-general-election 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Observe rules to ensure smooth general election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UYzUyennjeAVd8RxUCh3zjwo2B1nnzGGhzIAhhR5.jpg IEBC Chairman Erastus Ethekon's warning against violence and intimidation is welcome but must be more than rhetoric. Observe rules to ensure smooth general election Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557872/enforced-disappearances-are-eroding-kenyas-democracy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Enforced disappearances are eroding Kenya's democracy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LbVA1YiJEuyaUXC1Y6CJp5dQCTJAA1zJSu8VRnOp.jpg No member of society should be allowed to take away another person’s rights, dignity or liberty except through a legal process in which that action is justified. Enforced disappearances are eroding Kenya's democracy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557873/ai-fuelled-campaigns-how-voter-data-security-faces-new-test 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 AI-fuelled campaigns: How voter data security faces new test https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/o1JoMTtHUf57v6ExPvUfUw9YRtWqgvvoyr8TvikU.jpg AI-driven political messaging is testing Kenya’s data protection framework as parties increasingly use voter information to personalise and influence political communication ahead of 2027 election. AI-fuelled campaigns: How voter data security faces new test Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/leonard-khafafa/article/2001557874/kenya-must-lead-africas-push-for-truly-open-skies 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kenya must lead Africa's push for truly open skies https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7svmsLkeVE0NsnDkxKzZi6ENozGiE4GpR8FkwOWF.jpg Better air links could make it easier for Africans to travel between countries without routing through Europe or Middle Eastern hubs. Kenya must lead Africa's push for truly open skies Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557875/electoral-reform-group-piles-pressure-on-iebc-ahead-of-2027-polls 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Electoral reform group piles pressure on IEBC ahead of 2027 polls https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7QoPqzhPkWn0gYGL8tkNY1CShQset0khwuZXU4b8.jpg David Maraga has launched a new multi-stakeholder coalition demanding sweeping electoral, technological, and voter register reforms from the IEBC to ensure a credible 2027 election. Electoral reform group piles pressure on IEBC ahead of 2027 polls Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557876/in-todays-rollercoaster-world-little-kindness-goes-a-long-way 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 In today's rollercoaster world, little kindness goes a long way https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/t5mj8h11qexXKRXvPbvbjVAiEDekEnwu7qUezCdw.jpg We do not need to be therapists. We simply need to be human. A little kindness really does go a long way. In today's rollercoaster world, little kindness goes a long way Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001557877/sh250-billion-nuclear-gamble-puts-siaya-on-edge-amid-safety-fears 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Sh250 billion nuclear gamble puts Siaya on edge amid safety fears https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/h6pgcgJQ3ORfRtVOHPlUir4YJ50GOBGv4wHQYDP5.jpg Kenya’s planned Sh250–500 billion nuclear power plant in Siaya is facing growing resistance over land disputes, environmental and health risks, water pollution, and inadequate public consultation Sh250 billion nuclear gamble puts Siaya on edge amid safety fears Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001557878/railas-ruto-vision 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Raila's Ruto Vision... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rx85PZorMWjfSvkF2TH9y1IZk2WoKdyMRZpLDbiF.jpg Raila's Ruto Vision... Raila's Ruto Vision... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001557879/rutos-south-rift-tour-leaves-development-promises-under-scrutiny 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Ruto's South Rift tour leaves development promises under scrutiny https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eA5XnY1A3me27UIwTFMcFxhWavOtUy38Q8aeeg9g.jpg President William Ruto’s South Rift tour showcased billions of shillings in promised and ongoing development projects, but critics questioned whether they will be completed before the 2027 election. Ruto's South Rift tour leaves development promises under scrutiny Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557880/better-to-die-in-debt-than-in-poverty-rutos-proverb-just-found-its-billion-dollar-proof 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Better to die in debt than in poverty: Ruto's proverb just found its billion-dollar proof https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hSTrI1l7erI7de3eyNIpJ6msabFCEoA4mKOok1Cd.jpg Ordinary savers mostly hold positive balances and call that safety. The largest holders of wealth usually run negative ones, debt dwarfing anything in savings. Better to die in debt than in poverty: Ruto's proverb just found its billion-dollar proof Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/xn-iraki/article/2001557881/brewed-with-love-are-traditional-brews-enjoying-a-renaissance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Brewed with love: Are traditional brews enjoying a renaissance? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hJRlaaqzTUiFuf7A3PzgWFDl4NGCQMgf4lzcgvGy.jpg The rising popularity of traditional brews is not just about hard economic times. It's about new identities.  Brewed with love: Are traditional brews enjoying a renaissance? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557882/editors-abduction-probe-nears-end-as-lawyers-press-for-cctv-footage 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Editor's abduction probe nears end as lawyers press for CCTV footage https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iphd76fpZ3yOL5xbwLZMnUS9jA12ai1G6oTCldFX.jpg Investigations into the alleged abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich are nearing completion, but his lawyers are pressing KeNHA to release crucial CCTV footage. Editor's abduction probe nears end as lawyers press for CCTV footage Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557884/sh1-billion-paid-to-1083-victims-of-human-rights-violations 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Sh1 billion paid to 1,083 victims of human rights violations https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FQKkPS9fRoymMGiwqNLWxka91q7ZWpia70Q6yU17.jpg The government has paid Sh1.014 billion to 1,083 verified victims of human rights violations linked to demonstrations and public protests. Sh1 billion paid to 1,083 victims of human rights violations Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557885/ruto-intensifies-criticism-against-opposition 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Ruto intensifies criticism against opposition https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PB0QwimgTWy2n9uRdrddWFx6LZPSIunEQS8PTu5I.jpg President William Ruto has stepped up attacks on opposition leaders during his Siaya tour, portraying them as planless and driven by personal ambitions while defending his broad-based government. Ruto intensifies criticism against opposition Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557886/court-rulings-and-defections-deepen-jubilee-partys-woes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Court rulings and defections deepen Jubilee Party's woes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Z7qBhmEcOb82RFmqyI3vZhA25Tc7RaUQo77d9gFh.jpg Jubilee Party is facing mounting legal and political setbacks, including Uhuru Kenyatta’s court-ordered exit from party leadership and a wave of defections ahead of the 2027 elections. Court rulings and defections deepen Jubilee Party's woes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001557887/bishop-gatimu-ngandu-school-that-invested-sh15m-but-only-got-sh5000-return 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Bishop Gatimu Ngandu: School that invested Sh1.5m but only got Sh5,000 return https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/diL6loz2KNZsK274eIJYYwdtaBvwYIVzVaDMtV5y.jpg Bishop Gatimu Ngandu Girls High School is under scrutiny over a Sh1 million NSE investment that earns only about Sh5,000 in annual dividends, with MPs questioning its value. Bishop Gatimu Ngandu: School that invested Sh1.5m but only got Sh5,000 return Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557888/youth-challenged-to-claim-their-place-at-the-governance-table 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Youth challenged to claim their place at the governance table https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zskYcPXaBtCynQ7ah0EK6PcX8UcpCtZKsDJzVEjW.jpg Young people have been challenged to move beyond protesting the shortcomings of public institutions and claim a meaningful place in decision-making. Youth challenged to claim their place at the governance table Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557891/jeremiah-kioni-i-am-ready-for-jubilee-party-leadership 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Jeremiah Kioni: I am ready for Jubilee Party leadership https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WWku9a3X4XI4qHGqE8czQ9qWArPw4Vre5atKUBPN.jpg Kioni on Tuesday said he is ready to take over from Uhuru through a democratic process, in accordance with the party’s constitution, processes and procedures. Jeremiah Kioni: I am ready for Jubilee Party leadership Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557893/why-devolution-architect-dr-mbai-would-return-to-his-grave-if-he-resurrects-today 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Why devolution architect Dr Mbai would return to his grave if he resurrects today https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Sjz2K9pPD3oDlaEXVJ6IWE4wUtI1SEa7RHnaveV2.jpg Were constitutional expert Professor Chrispin Odhiambo Mbai to be resurrected today, he would return to his grave over how devolution is implemented in the country Why devolution architect Dr Mbai would return to his grave if he resurrects today Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001557894/clashes-between-dr-congo-opposition-pro-govt-supporters-in-kinshasa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Clashes between DR Congo opposition, pro-govt supporters in Kinshasa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/N7lupCxFGOwlMFykQeALw8g6mRL2jw1yYCyk2KZK.jpg Police fired tear gas as clashes erupted in Kinshasa on Tuesday between opposition supporters and pro-government activists during a rally against a proposed constitutional change. Clashes between DR Congo opposition, pro-govt supporters in Kinshasa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001557896/solar-fish-dryer-to-boost-womens-cross-border-trade-in-busia 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Solar fish dryer to boost women's cross-border trade in Busia https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WoumV2lmgDiJumRCuQSLtJ9cWQ2wGizX77n2IQZe.jpg A solar-powered fish drying and preservation facility worth more than Sh10 million has been launched in Busia County to improve fish processing. Solar fish dryer to boost women's cross-border trade in Busia Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557897/kalonzos-awakening-from-the-watermelon-to-the-trenches 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kalonzo's awakening: From the watermelon to the trenches https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WnYhGwtKXrRxfemKJnuxzF1pJV9yx6V6L4xb43iL.jpg For years, Kalonzo Musyoka built his political reputation around caution and diplomacy, earing him the nickname'watermelon' but the story seem to be changing. Kalonzo's awakening: From the watermelon to the trenches Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/counties/article/2001557898/plate-of-rice-exposes-plot-to-smuggle-escape-tools-to-suspects-in-police-cell 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Plate of rice exposes plot to smuggle escape tools to suspects in police cell https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JmLNwt52eGu87hEChFUMXFoyYNd5sH6Y0PJQ57aY.jpg Police at Ruai Police Station in Nairobi have arrested an 18-year-old woman accused of smuggling escape tools hidden in a plate of rice. Plate of rice exposes plot to smuggle escape tools to suspects in police cell Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001557900/kabawa-still-waiting-for-resettlement-29-years-after-catastrophic-el-nio-even-as-another-deluge-looms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kabawa still waiting for resettlement 29 years after catastrophic El Nio, even as another deluge looms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/huGi9Px9Utvvx0sP4PwRdbjMhVThLV8dhsdKCLqm.jpg Dark clouds on the horizon signal not just a deluge in Kabawa village, Elgeyo Marakwet County, but another potentially catastrophic run-off. Kabawa still waiting for resettlement 29 years after catastrophic El Nio, even as another deluge looms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557901/how-government-backed-bloggers-are-creating-tension-in-linda-mwananchi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 How government-backed bloggers are creating tension in Linda Mwananchi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rV3DBYbFUkm87wM65C22Gvg4n6iZ3CvHYu7cWeIN.jpg Sources within the movement argue that an online campaign portraying its leaders as divided is undermining its growing momentum ahead of the 2027 General Election. How government-backed bloggers are creating tension in Linda Mwananchi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001557902/politician-ordered-to-vacate-matrimonial-home-once-his-ex-wife-purchases-his-25-share 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Politician ordered to vacate matrimonial home once his ex-wife purchases his 25 share https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LX3HCfXQzjjB84vCIjBRlE6KWmS2vNAfgb2lkTfj.jpg Man ordered to vacate a multi-million shillings home in Nairobi's Karen Estate once his estranged wife purchases a 25 per cent share that the court awarded him in a divorce case. Politician ordered to vacate matrimonial home once his ex-wife purchases his 25 share Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001557903/ai-outpaces-regulation-as-risks-grow-report-warns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 AI outpaces regulation as risks grow, report warns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vZQFg4NIibjEFJZYf4ox9qRzXypMzHnQT1V9LQaM.jpg Artificial intelligence is advancing faster than regulation and safety measures. AI outpaces regulation as risks grow, report warns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001557904/education-stakeholders-poke-holes-into-basic-education-bill-demand-amendments 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Education stakeholders poke holes into Basic Education Bill, demand amendments https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KOvwxH5nHfUWVu4hClSGjzOZH811JFSIdv0ZrIry.jpg A section of education stakeholders in Kilifi and Tana River Counties have faulted the Basic Education Bill. Education stakeholders poke holes into Basic Education Bill, demand amendments Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557905/court-allows-machakos-man-to-divorce-wife-after-accusing-her-of-adultery-cruelty 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Court allows Machakos man to divorce wife after accusing her of adultery, cruelty https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/odzRTNuY5m0xqEI8jYxJ8pm7ThwDSNe6KlUdqFCg.jpg A Machakos man has been allowed to divorce his wife after accusing her of adultery and cruelty, ending their 23-year marriage following nearly five years of separation and no intimacy. Court allows Machakos man to divorce wife after accusing her of adultery, cruelty Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001557907/how-william-rutos-teso-elder-installation-deepened-tensions-in-busia 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 How William Ruto's Teso elder installation deepened tensions in Busia https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iCPES4N02iQMRr7PQwKiOzfSdxCdzUo3oAfCkUJU.jpg What was intended as a celebration of Iteso culture and heritage has since turned into a war of words between elders and community leaders. How William Ruto's Teso elder installation deepened tensions in Busia Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/enterprise/article/2001557908/kenya-leads-african-push-for-home-grown-capital-amid-debt-burden 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kenya leads African push for home-grown capital amid debt burden https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8Ma43jefwpLetRgRYqVAnlNunYyus4WtWSaajPDT.jpg Kenya is looking to deepen its capital markets and attract more domestic and regional investment into infrastructure and businesses as African countries seek alternatives to external borrowing. Kenya leads African push for home-grown capital amid debt burden Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557910/mudavadi-mutua-oduor-put-on-spot-over-kenyans-in-russian-army 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Mudavadi, Mutua, Oduor put on spot over Kenyans in Russian army https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rVtuAkmXdhqBuGZo0077zcHMYL1PFRImNCl3sS8O.jpg The three senior government officials were scheduled to appear before a joint sitting of several Senate Committees but failed to do so. Mudavadi, Mutua, Oduor put on spot over Kenyans in Russian army Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001557913/ruto-to-sugar-farmers-ill-be-back-next-month-to-pay-you 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Ruto to sugar farmers: I'll be back next month to pay you https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uYXYWpRGSD6RY3bXTkSyVyBsO1HnCYMN2gnRNoE7.jpg President William Ruto has promised to return to Migori County next month to personally oversee payment of a bonus to sugarcane farmers. Ruto to sugar farmers: I'll be back next month to pay you Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557914/repairs-on-super-highway-delayed-by-unavailability-of-funds 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Repairs on super-highway delayed by unavailability of funds https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DiRvS6h1OmXnc82O0wFjsU0oEuGtJgpzzCR9auFk.jpg Delay in repair works of damaged sections of the Thika Superhighway, with comprehensive rehabilitation of the Thika-Kenol stretch has been attributed to the unavailability of funds. Repairs on super-highway delayed by unavailability of funds Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001557916/stakeholders-seek-changes-to-education-bills 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Stakeholders seek changes to education bills https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NTi8bFbRiz4Qe3TWc1M9PwyF6q5QcwJlqrUWNLJh.jpg Education stakeholders have warned that some provisions contain loopholes that could hinder access to education and create confusion in the management of learning institutions. Stakeholders seek changes to education bills Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001557919/banks-urged-to-finance-investments-in-blue-economy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Banks urged to finance investments in blue economy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/a2nx8IYvGI7n9Bnxu5dBKAm5zhlhkLqoWbvsq3uO.jpg Financial institutions are still hesitant to invest in the country’s blue economy despite the huge potential in the special economic zone (SEZ) and trade route. Banks urged to finance investments in blue economy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001557920/social-media-fuels-sexual-abuse-of-millions-of-children-report-finds 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Social media fuels sexual abuse of millions of children, report finds https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XCnpQdYfvCu2R6RYxKBHKHPpk033THHActQCqxd0.jpg Nearly 60 per cent of cases took place on social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok and WhatsApp. Social media fuels sexual abuse of millions of children, report finds Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001557922/wipers-dilemma-for-machakos-senate-ticket-as-fierce-battle-looms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Wiper's dilemma for Machakos senate ticket as fierce battle looms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3PDw1WpnTXS0u9XKaZv3h62Mv6UufTAGm8Kb2Hjn.jpg Machakos County residents are staring at one of the most epic political battles in the history of devolution as the race for the senate race kicks off in earnest. Wiper's dilemma for Machakos senate ticket as fierce battle looms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557924/2027-polls-will-be-free-and-fair-says-kindiki 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 2027 polls will be free and fair, says Kindiki https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/E3SpVxvRg1SpmQyAV06Ae4iTeqdH7qkruspUKGy2.jpg 2027 polls will be free, fair and credible, DP Kindiki says; assures public there will be no vote tampering or electoral violence following controversial remarks by UDA SG Omar. 2027 polls will be free and fair, says Kindiki Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557925/sharon-otienos-parents-seek-dholuo-interpreter-during-obado-sentencing 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Sharon Otieno's parents seek Dholuo interpreter during Obado sentencing https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bcHmXD9G47AAPBzZgurbukckTJHI01siNLJPSvds.jpg The parents, through their lawyer Antony Opondo, on Wednesday told Justice Cecilia Githua that they wanted to speak during the sentencing proceedings but did not understand English. Sharon Otieno's parents seek Dholuo interpreter during Obado sentencing Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557926/lawyer-nyachoti-seeks-to-withdraw-from-sh145-billion-kcb-case 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Lawyer Nyachoti seeks to withdraw from Sh145 billion KCB case https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/X54yfkaXUK2BM9BagucUgJDtYzs6ig8ffohHpEUS.jpg A lawyer representing an investment firm in a row over Sh145 billion cash with Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB) has moved to court, seeking to withdraw representation. Lawyer Nyachoti seeks to withdraw from Sh145 billion KCB case Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557927/juja-quintuplets-joy-turns-to-grief-as-all-five-babies-die 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Juja quintuplets' joy turns to grief as all five babies die https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uCabbnLg8SsH5G5AbD6z6K84qZ2mWLUs4bUJKA38.jpg All five pre-term babies born to Juja woman Mercy Kanini on Sunday die; they had been referred to Kenyatta National Hospital for specialised care, CEO Lessan confirms. Juja quintuplets' joy turns to grief as all five babies die Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001557928/six-gates-one-secret-kra-uncovers-alcohol-stash-beneath-baringo-bathroom 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Six gates, one secret: KRA uncovers alcohol stash beneath Baringo bathroom https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DqNDozBJIRMhUnHUm3sgGVYBS6pgrhWiK3GmVk65.jpg Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) officers have uncovered a secret underground chamber beneath a bathroom floor where suspected illicit ethanol and tobacco were hidden in Kimosop Central, Baringo County. Six gates, one secret: KRA uncovers alcohol stash beneath Baringo bathroom Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557929/kalonzo-hails-high-court-ruling-nullifying-safaricom-stake-sale 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kalonzo hails High Court ruling nullifying Safaricom stake sale https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZGrt74XNu5FA0zZJAaBnJZ9XMMrcbw02xKedVPC6.jpg Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka hails High Court’s decision nullifying government’s sale of a 15 per cent stake in Safaricom Plc. Kalonzo hails High Court ruling nullifying Safaricom stake sale Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557930/dont-punish-him-sharons-mother-pleads-with-court-to-spare-obado 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Don't punish him': Sharon's mother pleads with court to spare Obado https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WPlew1EdrpNK0VXgOPHONdu7xt28onQPdr43DI0Z.jpg Melinda Auma made the emotional appeal as she addressed Justice Cecilia Githua during the mitigation and sentencing hearing following Obado’s conviction for the murder of her daughter. Don't punish him': Sharon's mother pleads with court to spare Obado Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557931/dpp-seeks-deterrent-sentence-for-obado-two-aides-over-sharon-otieno-murder 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 DPP seeks deterrent sentence for Obado, two aides over Sharon Otieno murder https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WrsejfaaLQQxLu8JzNcP9ItQaqS0R6gpYTdytZ5p.jpg The prosecution asked the court to exercise its constitutional mandate and impose a sentence commensurate with the offence. DPP seeks deterrent sentence for Obado, two aides over Sharon Otieno murder Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001557933/ruringu-stadium-gets-new-lease-of-life-after-nine-year-wait 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Ruring'u stadium gets new lease of life after nine-year wait https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OoUXu6VZPQXGhxA9nsRgIhudBf8CFxGSX1fDh5d3.png Ruring’u Stadium in Nyeri Town Constituency is being transformed into a multi-purpose facility with capacity for more than 15,000 spectators, nine years after the project was first conceived. Ruring'u stadium gets new lease of life after nine-year wait Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001557934/over-4000-ecd-teachers-in-taita-taveta-go-on-strike-over-pay-delays 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Over 4000 ECD teachers in Taita Taveta go on strike over pay delays https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HzytgRM85XC0K7kQkvxRYHWio8Xe3OwYs3Of3hYm.jpg Over 1400 Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) teachers in Taita Taveta County are on strike over a delay in remitting statutory deductions amounting to millions of shillings. Over 4000 ECD teachers in Taita Taveta go on strike over pay delays Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001557935/architects-urged-to-be-sustainable-while-designing-and-developing-houses-and-buildings 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Architects urged to be sustainable while designing and developing houses and buildings https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/105dxBlRxlHOQBYtgJobgNXktBAdRxpSbifVKH1D.jpg Architects have been urged to consider sustainability while designing and developing buildings and houses for the sake of environment and for the community. Architects urged to be sustainable while designing and developing houses and buildings Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557937/wipers-dilemma-for-machakos-senate-ticket-as-fierce-battle-looms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Wiper's dilemma for Machakos senate ticket as fierce battle looms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/88ICpT7yrVZMb4O2w1ZyjPuWFn9rLvk4p6z0SNDf.jpg At least ten aspirants have expressed interest in unseating the incumbent Agnes Kavindu. CS Alfred Mutua is also believed to be eyeing the seat. Wiper's dilemma for Machakos senate ticket as fierce battle looms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557939/government-ramps-up-emergency-responce-ahead-of-ahead-of-el-nino-rains 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Government ramps up emergency responce ahead of ahead of El Nino rains https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lcpPa9MdHI9sSr39qHDvVYXbk0dekbbzDwzpgasK.jpg Kindiki said the government had established a multi-agency team to coordinate preparations and reduce the risk of deaths, property destruction and disruption during the rainy season. Government ramps up emergency responce ahead of ahead of El Nino rains Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/explainers/article/2001557941/understanding-el-nino-what-it-really-means-for-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Understanding El Nino: What it really means for Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ilmXaNZfgx28O94sXETq0tncb9qs5nap8XQTkE2A.jpg El Nino is a natural climate pattern that begins thousands of kilometres away in the Pacific Ocean but can significantly influence weather in countries such as Kenya. Understanding El Nino: What it really means for Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/enterprise/article/2001557942/young-innovators-get-new-push-to-turn-ideas-into-businesses 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Young innovators get new push to turn ideas into businesses https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7RigpyvVny9XIjF5rygzKEfV3kLw17YZviUhbYaZ.jpg Young innovators are being linked to funding, technical support and markets through a new programme seeking to turn community-based ideas into viable businesses, jobs and practical solutions. Young innovators get new push to turn ideas into businesses Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557943/race-against-time-how-kenya-is-mapping-flood-zones-ahead-of-october-rains 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Race against time: How Kenya is mapping flood zones ahead of October rains https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/olOTXzb3kUZGX1ALWJLQKkmJLy91aoH8wWZ9F1Fg.jpg Kenya is stepping up flood preparations ahead of the October–December rains, with the government relying on new risk maps, county preparedness plans and a national disaster response. Race against time: How Kenya is mapping flood zones ahead of October rains Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/europe/article/2001557945/kosovos-ex-president-thaci-jailed-for-25-years-for-war-crimes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Kosovo's ex-president Thaci jailed for 25 years for war crimes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DfrAt4dtNL7lXdplM55FQBFtRpxhMU8VYfWRZNRk.jpg Kosovo's former president Hashim Thaci was sentenced to 25 years by a tribunal in The Hague on Wednesday for war crimes, the court said in a long-awaited verdict likely to spark outrage. Kosovo's ex-president Thaci jailed for 25 years for war crimes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001557946/a-section-of-aviation-workers-distance-themselves-from-kawus-strike-threat 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 A section of aviation workers distance themselves from KAWU's strike threat https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/R0RKAeyA9PFIW8x37UX89TF72gDKlE6FzYuyAsVu.jpg A section of Kenya Airports Authority workers has rejected KAWU’s strike threat, defended the management and called for dialogue, union elections and a KAA branch to resolve workplace disputes. A section of aviation workers distance themselves from KAWU's strike threat Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557947/if-i-could-be-a-dog-i-would-bite-them-and-lick-their-blood-sharons-father-tells-court 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 'If I could be a dog, I would bite them and lick their blood,' Sharon's father tells court https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/f6Ze5g6ccXSWr8hj7yyzZjIqNqHCoUgm1e7XU29W.jpg Sharon Otieno’s father has told the High Court he remains bitter towards two of her killers but has forgiven former Migori Governor Okoth Obado after he reached for reconciliation. 'If I could be a dog, I would bite them and lick their blood,' Sharon's father tells court Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001557948/wetangula-calls-for-climate-accountability 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Wetang'ula calls for climate accountability https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cNTFnhPtfhKyws6tOi9rczUKxDYrZeedM221M8KD.jpg National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called for greater accountability from major climate polluters. Wetang'ula calls for climate accountability Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557952/two-police-officers-among-five-killed-in-isiolo-bandit-attack 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Two police officers among five killed in Isiolo bandit attack https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4fyrDfj3Mkic0wsU0UR20xM4UilNmbnNf8ldHwCK.jpg Two police officers are among five people killed after an armed group ambushed a team pursuing suspected livestock thieves in Gotu, Isiolo County. Two police officers among five killed in Isiolo bandit attack Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001557954/trans-nzoia-crafts-policy-to-tackle-maternal-deaths 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Trans Nzoia crafts policy to tackle maternal deaths https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3IKgHZocsxkicLkBDIW53HpbHHjDdtQyEMSsZKdI.jpg Trans Nzoia County is developing a five-year sexual and reproductive health policy aimed at reducing maternal and newborn deaths, teenage pregnancies and gaps in family planning and antenatal care. Trans Nzoia crafts policy to tackle maternal deaths Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001557956/mccarthy-trims-overseas-stars-as-olunga-job-headline-final-afcon-qualifiers-squad 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 McCarthy trims overseas stars as Olunga, Job headline final AFCON qualifiers squad https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/U6WKh2HQ95HWnSrtuBArXhmDUclm5BRcRj0iOi48.jpg Harambee Stars head coach Benni McCarthy has trimmed down his provisional roster to a streamlined 24-man squad as Kenya prepares to kick off its Group D 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign. McCarthy trims overseas stars as Olunga, Job headline final AFCON qualifiers squad Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557957/mudavadi-urges-kenyans-to-verify-overseas-jobs 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Mudavadi urges Kenyans to verify overseas jobs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2PuXUGEnaWjShmfCjcliaawWjrPa6aKxYmQrrV87.jpg Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged Kenyans seeking employment abroad to verify every job offer through official government channels. Mudavadi urges Kenyans to verify overseas jobs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557961/farmers-widow-and-brother-to-face-murder-charges 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Farmer's widow and brother to face murder charges https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DzB4iw8snBPXPjEeV6do4lLMwFza8k1bkiFI9A3g.jpg The widow and brother of the late prominent farmer Joseph Njenga Njuguna from Chepchoina in Trans Nzoia County, will face murder charges at the High Court in Kitale. Farmer's widow and brother to face murder charges Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001557964/fkf-clears-path-for-sportpesa-league-kick-off 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 FKF clears path for SportPesa League kick-off https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KCB4J0XqSFPSennxTXvovjFCIh25uPpeYixOMWso.jpg Kenyan football fans can finally look forward to the return of top-flight football after FKF and participating clubs reached an agreement. FKF clears path for SportPesa League kick-off Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001557966/five-killed-as-bandits-ambush-police-search-team-in-isiolo 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Five killed as bandits ambush police search team in Isiolo https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hOr8HMYuMaB4cEfC4nWwuC2oLdJCbYiDa6iFxhER.jpg Five people, including two police officers killed by bandits at the troubled grazing field of Gotu in Isiolo County on Wednesday. Five killed as bandits ambush police search team in Isiolo Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557975/kfs-challenges-muthaiga-golf-clubs-occupation-of-karura-forest 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 KFS challenges Muthaiga Golf Club's occupation of Karura forest https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vYbzFqFlu1eOsTSYraeacgXRqdMtYbHjbRgFfnoY.jpg The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has challenged Muthaiga Golf Club’s occupation of part of Karura Forest. KFS challenges Muthaiga Golf Club's occupation of Karura forest Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557977/murkomen-reveals-1189-sentenced-over-political-goonism 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Murkomen reveals 1,189 sentenced over political goonism https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DOwHWOSwaSWuVv4rKe3e3l6tSCQx2a3c6FbR72aa.jpg At least 1,189 people have been sentenced for offences linked to political violence and goonism since 2022, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen told the Senate. Murkomen reveals 1,189 sentenced over political goonism Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557978/why-centum-tapped-an-insider-to-drive-its-next-phase-of-cash-returns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Why Centum tapped an insider to drive its next phase of cash returns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZTqqhMjBQ8lYhY4KVAf8pKlEQyQ9AAsUxmBitm5W.jpg Centum Investment Company named Thomas Omondi-Achola as acting group CEO, choosing continuity over reinvention as the firm pivots from balance-sheet repair to returning cash to shareholders. Why Centum tapped an insider to drive its next phase of cash returns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001557979/why-kenyas-digital-coast-could-become-the-next-uaeafrica-frontier 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Why Kenya's digital Coast could become the next UAEAfrica frontier https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dEvVgTyHmAX9cf41AFGE36Vtg1Lug3RRcdV91pu0.jpg LuLu Coastal Cable System along Kenya’s Indian Ocean is designed to connect Mombasa to Lamu through five strategic landing points, including Vipingo SEZ, Kilifi and Malindi. Why Kenya's digital Coast could become the next UAEAfrica frontier Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001557980/mps-fault-governments-over-failure-to-protect-persons-with-disabilities 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 MPs fault governments over failure to protect persons with disabilities https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6ybIF0GQGXheVK91EtTmUH3l1aevAXK70628ESFe.jpg MPs attending the 69th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference have raised concerns over what they described as persistent government failures. MPs fault governments over failure to protect persons with disabilities Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001557982/nembure-stadium-victims-died-from-gunshots-postmortems-confirm 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Nembure Stadium victims died from gunshots, postmortems confirm https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DAzAfy5wzt4VX57pMbBiKKdWpKFs9KMrr54MnVG6.jpg Postmortem examinations have established that two young men who died during the Nembure Stadium chaos in Embu sustained fatal gunshot wounds, as their families call for thorough investigations. Nembure Stadium victims died from gunshots, postmortems confirm Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557983/ole-sapit-condemn-abduction-of-journalist-and-rising-political-goonism 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Ole Sapit condemn abduction of journalist and rising political goonism https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qt1aAHR5eZjcKuaHJBpV8XsGBtme9KEUzgXufyq9.jpg ACK Archbishop Jackson Ole Sapit, UN-Habitat envoy Susan Nakhumicha condemn Standard Group Editor Alex Kiprotich’s abduction, goonism and political intolerance. Ole Sapit condemn abduction of journalist and rising political goonism Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557987/cheruiyot-kindiki-will-remain-rutos-running-mate-in-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Cheruiyot: Kindiki will remain Ruto's running mate in 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ulp92mD6MQWZ59GwZcmbM4OB1nlCu1KlZCqvDgVg.jpg Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruiyot has told the Meru community that Deputy President Kithure Kindiki will continue to serve under President William Ruto in 2027. Cheruiyot: Kindiki will remain Ruto's running mate in 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557989/sanlamallianz-kenya-profit-before-tax-rises-by-21pc 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 SanlamAllianz Kenya profit before tax rises by 21p.c https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WJxj5jHA56CHiqL7nGOdJV1GOJdwaY6yGIVStYfD.jpg SanlamAllianz General Insurance (Kenya) Limited posted a stronger financial performance in 2025, with profit before tax rising by 21 per cent. SanlamAllianz Kenya profit before tax rises by 21p.c Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557991/mps-challenged-to-push-for-stronger-oversight 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 MPs challenged to push for stronger oversight https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yR76KUsHqxcXV50sicgGtV5L3vdSn77FSm4Zjddf.jpg Kenya’s push to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) must be matched by stronger parliamentary oversight, accountability and protection of citizens’ rights. MPs challenged to push for stronger oversight Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557992/gideon-moi-calls-for-urgent-security-action-after-five-killed-in-isiolo-attack 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-16 Gideon Moi calls for urgent security action after five killed in Isiolo attack https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zeI3qiMWS8Auu0A4zsGOv4TcIYMvlChe4dHkueZL.jpg Kanu chairman Gideon Moi calls for urgent government intervention in Gotu, Isiolo, after five people were killed in a bandit attack, urges accountability. 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