https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001557012/alarming-deaths-reported-at-nakuru-pgh-as-nurses-keep-off-work
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2026-09-05
Alarming deaths reported at Nakuru PGH as nurses keep off work
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More deaths are being reported across the country as the healthcare workers’ strike continues to cripple public hospitals.
Alarming deaths reported at Nakuru PGH as nurses keep off work
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-05
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001557013/politics-behind-tata-chemicals-closure-and-why-it-has-attracted-global-attention
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2026-09-05
Politics behind Tata Chemicals closure and why it has attracted global attention
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President William Ruto ordered the closure of Tata Chemicals, announcing that his administration would give the license to a new company.
Politics behind Tata Chemicals closure and why it has attracted global attention
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-05
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557018/ruto-defends-news-police-uniforms-say-kenyans-police-gave-view-on-change
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2026-09-05
Ruto defends news police uniforms say Kenyans, police gave view on change
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Ruto said the unveiling of the new uniforms reflects consideration of professional identity, operational suitability and dignity of the officers.
Ruto defends news police uniforms say Kenyans, police gave view on change
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-05
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557020/rogue-command-murkomen-amin-the-architects-of-state-terror
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2026-09-05
Rogue command: Murkomen, Amin, the architects of State terror
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Murkomen has been accused of issuing incendiary public orders that legal experts argue amount to incitement to kill.
Rogue command: Murkomen, Amin, the architects of State terror
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-05
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557021/zachary-kariuki-man-at-the-centre-of-kenyas-alleged-abduction-network
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2026-09-05
Zachary Kariuki: Man at the centre of Kenya's alleged abduction network
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Zachary Kariuki Kiago is in the news now as the head of a criminal gang that is abducting Kenyans under the command of Amin, Lagat and Murkomen.
Zachary Kariuki: Man at the centre of Kenya's alleged abduction network
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-05
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557023/the-standard-criticises-delay-in-investigating-alex-kiprotich-abduction
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2026-09-05
The Standard criticises delay in investigating Alex Kiprotich abduction
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The Standard Group has criticised the authorities for the delay in investigating the abduction of its Associate Editor, Alex Kiprotich.
The Standard criticises delay in investigating Alex Kiprotich abduction
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-05
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001556994/no-longer-safe-nepal-flood-survivors-left-landless
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2026-09-04
'No longer safe': Nepal flood survivors left landless
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Sheltering with relatives or in temporary camps, survivors of devastating floods in Nepal say they can no longer rebuild their homes after the landscape was violently transformed
'No longer safe': Nepal flood survivors left landless
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001556995/jubaland-wants-somalia-arms-embargo-reviewed
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2026-09-04
Jubaland wants Somalia arms embargo reviewed
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One of the missiles allegedly struck the residence of Doolow District Chairman. Jubaland said Adan and four civilians were injured.
Jubaland wants Somalia arms embargo reviewed
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001556996/two-trapped-tunnel-workers-rescued-in-nepal-miracle
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2026-09-04
Two trapped tunnel workers rescued in Nepal 'miracle'
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Two hydropower workers were pulled alive on Friday from a tunnel buried by debris in Nepal, a rare ray of hope on the tenth day of rescue efforts after catastrophic Himalayan flooding
Two trapped tunnel workers rescued in Nepal 'miracle'
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556997/court-gen-z-protester-evans-kiratu-was-killed-unlawfully-perpetrator-not-identified
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2026-09-04
Court: Gen Z protester Evans Kiratu was killed unlawfully perpetrator not identified
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Court rules Evans Kiratu Karobi died from unlawful blunt-force trauma sustained during the June 2024 Finance Bill demonstrations, but failed to establish who caused his fatal injuries.
Court: Gen Z protester Evans Kiratu was killed unlawfully perpetrator not identified
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001557001/homa-bay-strikes-deal-to-trade-billboard-rights-for-free-street-lighting
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2026-09-04
Homa Bay strikes deal to trade billboard rights for free street lighting
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Two hundred solar-powered street lights will light up fish landing sites, market centres and community roads across Homa Bay County at no cost to the county government.
Homa Bay strikes deal to trade billboard rights for free street lighting
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/branding-voice/article/2001557002/pepeta-free-data-offer-bet-sh50-get-50mb-daily-with-dandia-data-dailee
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2026-09-04
Pepeta free data offer: Bet Sh50, get 50MB daily with Dandia data Dailee
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Pepeta and Safaricom launch Dandia Data Dailee. Place a sportsbook bet of Sh50+ on the Pepeta App and get 50MB of free data every day. Learn how it works.
Pepeta free data offer: Bet Sh50, get 50MB daily with Dandia data Dailee
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001557004/brand-new-second-hand
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2026-09-04
Brand new second-hand...
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Brand new second-hand...
Brand new second-hand...
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001557008/four-killed-in-suspected-revenge-attack-in-turkana
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2026-09-04
Four killed in suspected revenge attack in Turkana
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Four people have been killed in what is suspected to be a revenge raid in Kaputir, Turkana South, with an unknown number of livestock stolen.
Four killed in suspected revenge attack in Turkana
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557011/kenya-welcomes-agoa-extension-to-december-2028
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2026-09-04
Kenya welcomes Agoa extension to December 2028
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Kenya has welcomed US President Donald Trump's decision to sign into law the extension of AGOA through December 31, 2028.
Kenya welcomes Agoa extension to December 2028
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557014/police-say-nairobi-expressway-incident-involving-mp-karauri-not-robbery
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2026-09-04
Police say Nairobi Expressway incident involving MP Karauri not robbery
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Kasarani MP Ronald Karauri identified as victim in a viral video showing alleged robbery on Nairobi Expressway; DCI says investigation indicates no robbery occurred.
Police say Nairobi Expressway incident involving MP Karauri not robbery
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557022/murkomen-reaffirms-ig-kanjas-command-of-national-police-service
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2026-09-04
Murkomen reaffirms IG Kanja's command of National Police Service
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Murkomen dismissed criticism directed at the office of the Inspector General, describing some of its proponents as tribalists and propagandists.
Murkomen reaffirms IG Kanja's command of National Police Service
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/volleyball-and-handball/article/2001557024/egypt-break-kenyans-hearts-as-malkia-strikers-surrender-title
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2026-09-04
Egypt break Kenyans' hearts as Malkia Strikers surrender title
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Egypt was in control from the opening whistle, showing greater confidence and consistency against a Kenyan side that struggled to find its rhythm.
Egypt break Kenyans' hearts as Malkia Strikers surrender title
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001557025/malkia-strikers-surrender-to-egypt-relinquishing-african-title
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2026-09-04
Malkia Strikers surrender to Egypt relinquishing African title
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Kenya’s hopes of defending their African women’s volleyball title on home soil came to an abrupt end on Friday after the Malkia Strikers were beaten 3-0 by Egypt
Malkia Strikers surrender to Egypt relinquishing African title
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557026/knchr-declares-nurses-strike-a-human-rights-crisis-as-maternal-deaths-rise
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2026-09-04
KNCHR declares nurses' strike a human rights crisis as maternal deaths rise
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KNCHR calls for urgent government intervention over nurses’ strike, cites reports of 79 maternal, neonatal and perinatal deaths.
KNCHR declares nurses' strike a human rights crisis as maternal deaths rise
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556909/banning-foreign-small-scale-traders-could-hurt-refugees
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2026-09-04
Banning foreign small-scale traders could hurt refugees
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President Ruto’s directive that foreigners engaging in hawking should shut down from September 7 raises serious concerns for refugees, living and working in Kenya’s urban centres.
Banning foreign small-scale traders could hurt refugees
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001556910/rising-rift-valley-waters-put-thousands-at-risk-as-el-nino-looms
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2026-09-04
Rising Rift Valley waters put thousands at risk as El Nino looms
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Rising water levels in Kenya’s Rift Valley lakes have displaced thousands of households, submerged 110 km² of land and damaged livelihoods and infrastructure.
Rising Rift Valley waters put thousands at risk as El Nino looms
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556911/ports-are-strategic-assets-and-not-simply-construction-projects
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2026-09-04
Ports are strategic assets and not simply construction projects
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Ports such as Mombasa and Lamu should be understood not merely as transport infrastructure, but as instruments of national and regional strategy.
Ports are strategic assets and not simply construction projects
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556913/preaching-water-and-drinking-wine-is-rutos-main-problem
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2026-09-04
Preaching water and drinking wine is Ruto's main problem
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When President Ruto took to the international podium to talk about policing and how the world should not watch countries like Haiti being overrun by armed goons, the world stood in awe.
Preaching water and drinking wine is Ruto's main problem
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001556914/over-1000-vihiga-boda-boda-riders-gain-formal-driving-skills
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2026-09-04
Over 1,000 Vihiga boda boda riders gain formal driving skills
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More than 1,000 boda boda riders in Vihiga have completed formal motorcycle driving training and received certificates under a county initiative to professionalise the sector.
Over 1,000 Vihiga boda boda riders gain formal driving skills
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556916/nearly-three-decades-later-is-kenya-ready-for-another-el-nino
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2026-09-04
Nearly three decades later, is Kenya ready for another El Nino?
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As Kenya prepares for potentially heavy El Niño rains in late 2026, experts warn that population growth, urban expansion and degraded natural drainage systems have increased exposure.
Nearly three decades later, is Kenya ready for another El Nino?
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556918/state-to-certify-3727-informal-workers-in-skills-drive
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2026-09-04
State to certify 3,727 informal workers in skills drive
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The government will certify 3,727 informal sector workers through the Recognition of Prior Learning programme, linking skills accreditation with job opportunities.
State to certify 3,727 informal workers in skills drive
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556919/high-court-has-set-a-precedent-for-war-against-revenge-porn
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2026-09-04
High Court has set a precedent for war against revenge porn
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The High Court dealt a good blow to the reckless behaviour, especially among former lovers or spouses, of releasing private and nude pictures to the public.
High Court has set a precedent for war against revenge porn
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001556920/kcb-target-embu-7s-boost-as-national-title-race-heats-up
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2026-09-04
KCB target Embu 7s boost as national title race heats up
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KCB Rugby head to Embu 7s at the top of the National Sevens Circuit standings, targeting another tournament win to strengthen their bid for the 2026 national title.
KCB target Embu 7s boost as national title race heats up
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/peter-kimani/article/2001556921/sun-sand-and-prayer-as-womans-guild-deployed-to-run-church-beach-hotel
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2026-09-04
Sun, sand and prayer as Woman's Guild deployed to run church beach hotel
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The Presbyterian Church is running a side hustle on the Kenyan coast by way of a beach hotel called Milele, meaning everlasting, and evocative of the Biblical lingo.
Sun, sand and prayer as Woman's Guild deployed to run church beach hotel
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/peter-kimani/article/2001556923/ig-kanja-unveils-anti-abduction-team-to-probe-abduction-squad-in-police-service
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2026-09-04
IG Kanja unveils 'Anti-Abduction' team to probe "Abduction Squad' in police service
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IG Douglas Kanja, without any sense of irony, has deployed an Anti-Abduction Squad to investigate the Abduction Unit that reportedly operates within the National Police Service.
IG Kanja unveils 'Anti-Abduction' team to probe "Abduction Squad' in police service
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556924/how-traders-forced-ruto-and-kra-into-state-house-retreat
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2026-09-04
How traders forced Ruto and KRA into State House retreat
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President William Ruto’s administration has agreed to cut the controversial customs valuation for consolidated imports after traders’ protests paralysed Nairobi.
How traders forced Ruto and KRA into State House retreat
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556927/why-rutos-foreign-trader-crackdown-puts-diplomacy-at-risk
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2026-09-04
Why Ruto's foreign trader crackdown puts diplomacy at risk
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Ruto’s crackdown on foreign-owned hawking and small retail businesses could protect Kenyan traders, but experts warn that a poorly structured approach risks xenophobia and strained diplomatic ties.
Why Ruto's foreign trader crackdown puts diplomacy at risk
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556928/gachaguas-dcp-links-soda-ash-closure-to-rutos-commercial-interests
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2026-09-04
Gachagua's DCP links Soda Ash closure to Ruto's commercial interests
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DCP leaders have accused President William Ruto of using the closure of Tata Chemicals Magadi to advance alleged commercial interests.
Gachagua's DCP links Soda Ash closure to Ruto's commercial interests
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556929/edible-oil-firms-sue-kra-treasury-over-sh23-billion-tax-refund
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2026-09-04
Edible oil firms sue KRA, Treasury over Sh2.3 billion tax refund
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Edible oil giants have sued the Kenya Revenue Authority, the National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi and the Attorney General in a row over more than Sh 2.3 billion.
Edible oil firms sue KRA, Treasury over Sh2.3 billion tax refund
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556931/forum-highlights-persistent-gaps-and-progress-for-women-in-tech
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2026-09-04
Forum highlights persistent gaps and progress for women in tech
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Despite governments across Africa supporting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) initiatives, a critical financing gap still exists.
Forum highlights persistent gaps and progress for women in tech
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556932/from-a-pumbafu-driver-to-abductions-master-how-zachary-kariuki-rose-from-kibakis-driver-to-head-dreaded-squad
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2026-09-04
From a 'pumbafu' driver to abductions master: How Zachary Kariuki rose from Kibaki's driver to head dreaded squad
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Zachary Kariuki’s rise from President Kibaki’s driver to head of the controversial Operations Support Unit has drawn scrutiny over alleged abuses, political interference and a stalled torture case.
From a 'pumbafu' driver to abductions master: How Zachary Kariuki rose from Kibaki's driver to head dreaded squad
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556933/kenyan-stars-keen-to-outsprint-rivals-in-diamond-league-grand-finale
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2026-09-04
Kenyan stars keen to outsprint rivals in Diamond League grand finale
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The undisputed favourites will be under pressure to deliver jaw-dropping performances as they blaze King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, Belgium in the 2026 Diamond League grand finale.
Kenyan stars keen to outsprint rivals in Diamond League grand finale
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556934/this-man-kanja-is-the-ig-in-control-of-the-police
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2026-09-04
This man, Kanja: Is the IG in control of the police?
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The abduction of Standard Group editor Alex Kiprotich has renewed questions over IG Douglas Kanja’s control of the police, with critics alleging political interference.
This man, Kanja: Is the IG in control of the police?
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556935/organisers-strengthen-athlete-safety-in-this-years-stanchart-marathon
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2026-09-04
Organisers strengthen athlete safety in this year's Stanchart Marathon
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More than 30,000 runners taking part in this year’s Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon will benefit from expanded medical cover as organisers step up preparations for the October 25 race.
Organisers strengthen athlete safety in this year's Stanchart Marathon
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556937/dci-boss-amin-refuses-to-engage-as-evidence-decays-on-kiprotich-abduction-vehicle
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2026-09-04
DCI boss Amin refuses to engage as evidence decays on Kiprotich abduction vehicle
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The Standard Group says delays by the DCI in processing the vehicle used in Alex Kiprotich’s abduction could allow crucial forensic evidence to deteriorate.
DCI boss Amin refuses to engage as evidence decays on Kiprotich abduction vehicle
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556940/79-reported-dead-as-nurses-strike-persists
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2026-09-04
79 reported dead as nurses' strike persists
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The prolonged nurses’ strike has been linked to dozens of maternal and hundreds of perinatal deaths, with health professionals urging the government and stakeholders to resolve the dispute.
79 reported dead as nurses' strike persists
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001556942/varsity-students-to-shift-to-new-loan-based-funding-model
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2026-09-04
Varsity students to shift to new loan-based funding model
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Kenya plans to shift all university, TVET, KMTC and TTC students to a new loan-based funding model once Parliament passes the 2026 Tertiary Education Placement and Funding Bill.
Varsity students to shift to new loan-based funding model
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/tennis/article/2001556950/alcaraz-believes-impossible-schedule-raising-injury-threat
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2026-09-04
Alcaraz believes 'impossible' schedule raising injury threat
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Carlos Alcaraz has warned that tennis’s packed calendar is increasing the risk of injuries, saying he plans to take longer breaks and skip some tournaments in future.
Alcaraz believes 'impossible' schedule raising injury threat
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/motorsport/article/2001556951/hamilton-hopes-to-boost-title-bid-with-record-italian-triumph
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2026-09-04
Hamilton hopes to boost title bid with record Italian triumph
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Lewis Hamilton heads to Monza aiming for a record sixth Italian Grand Prix victory as he tries to close the 59-point gap to Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli in the championship race.
Hamilton hopes to boost title bid with record Italian triumph
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/basketball/article/2001556953/chinese-wnba-star-out-of-world-cup-after-losing-passport
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2026-09-04
Chinese WNBA star out of World Cup after losing passport
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China’s WNBA star Li Yueru will miss the Women’s Basketball World Cup after her passport was lost in the mail, while the Los Angeles Clippers face record NBA sanctions over salary-cap violations.
Chinese WNBA star out of World Cup after losing passport
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556960/from-love-to-lies-and-bullets-inside-eldoret-citys-darkest-secrets
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2026-09-04
From love to lies and bullets: Inside Eldoret City's darkest secrets
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Eldoret has recently earned a reputation as a home of merry-making and partying, but beneath the city’s vibrant nightlife, clandestine affairs are increasingly coming to the fore
From love to lies and bullets: Inside Eldoret City's darkest secrets
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/standard-entertainment/article/2001556962/shrines-of-sin-kiambu-residents-alarmed-by-park-and-chill-craze
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2026-09-04
Shrines of sin? Kiambu residents alarmed by park-and-chill craze
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Revelers who prefer park-and-chill outings in the serenity of coffee and tea plantations in parts of Kiambu County, have now been met with resistance by locals and authorities
Shrines of sin? Kiambu residents alarmed by park-and-chill craze
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556964/face-the-residents-leaders-tell-sakaja-after-moving-to-podcast
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2026-09-04
Face the residents, leaders tell Sakaja after moving to podcast
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The latest move by Nairobi governor Johnson Sakaja to launch a podcast so as to speak to the electorates in Nairobi on matters development has elicited mixed reactions
Face the residents, leaders tell Sakaja after moving to podcast
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001556971/data-you-cant-see-is-care-you-cant-give
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2026-09-04
Data you can't see is care you can't give
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WHO reports that the African Region’s Universal Health Coverage service coverage index stood at 44 in 2021, meaning less than half of the population accessed the services they needed
Data you can't see is care you can't give
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/reproductive-health/article/2001556974/inside-kenyas-contraceptive-crisis-as-thirst-for-sex-peaks
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2026-09-04
Inside Kenya's contraceptive crisis as thirst for sex peaks
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Among the affected commodities are DMPA-IM, a three-monthly contraceptive injection administered by a health worker
Inside Kenya's contraceptive crisis as thirst for sex peaks
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001556975/antonina-lentoijoni-i-will-work-on-an-accountable-tsc
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2026-09-04
Antonina Lentoijoni: I will work on an accountable TSC
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We need sustainable parliamentary funding to recruit teachers on permanent and pensionable terms, while respecting court decisions and legal processes.
Antonina Lentoijoni: I will work on an accountable TSC
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556978/address-mental-health-challenges-in-public-service-ruto-told
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2026-09-04
Address mental health challenges in public service, Ruto told
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It is not necessary to hear that a police officer has committed suicide or killed his family members or their colleagues because they were struggling with mental health and we ignored.
Address mental health challenges in public service, Ruto told
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001556979/numbers-dont-lie-why-kenya-is-still-losing-mothers
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2026-09-04
Numbers don't lie: Why Kenya is still losing mothers
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Kenya's maternal mortality ratio remains among the highest in the region, according to health and legal experts, who warn gaps in care continue to cost women's and girls' lives.
Numbers don't lie: Why Kenya is still losing mothers
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556980/before-nganyas-when-rugged-buses-ruled-roads
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2026-09-04
Before Nganyas: When rugged buses ruled roads
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For more than five decades, Kenya’s public transport transformation has been a journey of machines, people, ambition and adaptation.
Before Nganyas: When rugged buses ruled roads
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001556982/green-dream-elphic-tossis-plan-to-feed-reforest-and-attract-tourists
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2026-09-04
Green dream: Elphic Tossi's plan to feed, reforest and attract tourists
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At 29, environmentalist Elphic Tossi is pursuing an ambitious vision in Kilifi County: turning a piece of land in Masheheni, Magarini, into an agro-ecological camp
Green dream: Elphic Tossi's plan to feed, reforest and attract tourists
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001556983/kajiado-makueni-villages-get-reprieve-from-crippling-blackouts
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2026-09-04
Kajiado, Makueni villages get reprieve from crippling blackouts
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Villages in Kajiado and Makueni counties that endured blackouts lasting up to three days now have a stable power supply, following completion of a new transmission line serving the region.
Kajiado, Makueni villages get reprieve from crippling blackouts
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556985/jones-bogonko-kin-recounts-fake-catholic-priests-troubled-past
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2026-09-04
Jones Bogonko: Kin recounts 'fake' Catholic priest's troubled past
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The man, known as Jones Bogonko Onchonga, is accused of personating a Catholic priest and presenting himself as a member of the Missionaries of Charity.
Jones Bogonko: Kin recounts 'fake' Catholic priest's troubled past
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556986/how-athletics-kenya-is-working-to-close-the-gender-gap
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2026-09-04
How Athletics Kenya is working to close the gender gap
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World Athletics has also set a target of at least 40 per cent female representation among CECS Level 1 coaches by 2029, with an interim target of 35 per cent by 2027.
How Athletics Kenya is working to close the gender gap
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556987/youre-out-of-order-wavinya-warns-speaker-as-budget-crisis-deepens
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2026-09-04
You're out of order, Wavinya warns Speaker as budget crisis deepens
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The budget implementation crisis in Machakos County has taken a new twist after Governor Wavinya Ndeti came out strongly to challenge Speaker Ann Kiusya
You're out of order, Wavinya warns Speaker as budget crisis deepens
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556988/the-deadlines-political-parties-face-ahead-of-2027-polls
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2026-09-04
The deadlines political parties face ahead of 2027 polls
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The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties has issued a communique setting out a timeline for political party activities ahead of the general election scheduled for August 10, 2027.
The deadlines political parties face ahead of 2027 polls
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556989/mbadi-sued-over-sh21bn-rice-duty-waiver-as-farmers-await-paddy-buy-off
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2026-09-04
Mbadi sued over Sh21bn rice duty waiver as farmers await paddy buy-off
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Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Treasury John Mbadi has been sued for waiving import duty on 490,000 metric tonnes of rice worth sh21 billion in duty taxes without the relevant powers
Mbadi sued over Sh21bn rice duty waiver as farmers await paddy buy-off
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-09-04
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