https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001555635/brace-for-more-pain-at-the-pump-as-epra-hikes-oil-firms-margins-by-sh7 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 Brace for more pain at the pump as Epra hikes oil firms' margins by Sh7 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Kvnn9mwEoxAjsRetxhjj8TBttzkO8A2DUGddC6cS.jpg Epra has increased the margins for oil marketing companies (OMCs) in the latest pump price review, putting more pressure on consumers, already grappling with the high cost of fuel. Brace for more pain at the pump as Epra hikes oil firms' margins by Sh7 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001555642/oparanya-barasa-battle-threatens-broad-based-unity-in-western 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 Oparanya, Barasa battle threatens broad-based unity in Western https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8Rz1HNOFKN1Q2QtbMMP2XlRr9vWsK9IeHfgM0C1Z.jpg Wycliffe Oparanya’s push to become President William Ruto’s running mate in 2027 has intensified political tensions within ODM and exposed divisions with Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa. Oparanya, Barasa battle threatens broad-based unity in Western Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555652/obado-denies-involvement-in-sharon-otienos-murder-seeks-mercy-from-her-family 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 Obado denies involvement in Sharon Otieno's murder, seeks mercy from her family https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YTBmtSrCcvKwLVq5RX8yAseH5oOsZwMdLWq5vXd4.jpg Former Migori Governor Okoth Obado continues to deny involvement in the murder of Sharon Otieno while seeking reconciliation with her family and asking the court for leniency. Obado denies involvement in Sharon Otieno's murder, seeks mercy from her family Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001555654/family-bank-profit-soars-to-shsh37b-as-absa-ups-dividend-amid-profit-dip 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 Family Bank profit soars to ShSh3.7b as Absa ups dividend amid profit dip https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4fuocHaguhMM1v5QP4LRCD7qCk7Bqn6kDnBwXVtf.jpg Family Bank’s half-year profit surged 62 per cent to Sh3.7 billion, while Absa Bank Kenya’s earnings fell 10 per cent to Sh10.5 billion despite declaring a Sh2.72 billion interim dividend. Family Bank profit soars to ShSh3.7b as Absa ups dividend amid profit dip Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555658/ruto-acknowledges-gaps-in-healthcare-as-kenya-pursues-uhc-agenda 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 Ruto acknowledges gaps in healthcare as Kenya pursues UHC agenda https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3nhnib1AaE5ZrkgxcH8WwOl61nRyEIhKZme2IvcF.jpg President William Ruto has acknowledged that Kenya still faces gaps in healthcare that must be addressed to fully realise Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Ruto acknowledges gaps in healthcare as Kenya pursues UHC agenda Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555661/mr-president-will-you-ever-crush-goons 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 Mr President, will you ever crush goons? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Y9MvDWW5cV6syEPfRIJA5bqfkeFW3C0DNPZUBlWs.jpg President William Ruto’s repeated promises to curb political violence, goonism and criminal gangs in Kenya seem to fail with the recurring nature of political violence. Mr President, will you ever crush goons? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555666/inside-homa-bay-political-gang-and-its-reign-of-terror-on-the-opposition 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 Inside Homa Bay political gang and its reign of terror on the opposition https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/g57LDDhpkkheZiRnKaqyGcW33lR6fktwVWMtBSy9.jpg Their language is one-fear and violence against anyone opposing the push for President William Ruto’s reelection and that of senior ODM politicians bankrolling their activities. Inside Homa Bay political gang and its reign of terror on the opposition Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555667/15m-kenyans-could-face-floods-as-kenya-horn-of-africa-stare-at-super-el-nio 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-19 1.5m Kenyans could face floods as Kenya, Horn of Africa stare at "super" El Nio https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gb16oSZUUSXevS40oRjuofuKDzGK9ni6YjP30Dgo.jpg At least 1.5 million Kenyans could be adversely affected by flooding during the October-December rainfall season, with several counties facing the risk of displacement. 1.5m Kenyans could face floods as Kenya, Horn of Africa stare at "super" El Nio Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/xn-iraki/article/2001555532/physical-ai-is-the-route-to-industrialisation-lest-we-forget 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Physical AI is the route to industrialisation lest we forget! https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KmTW2VXaE9MZVlH1LEInbYG2Yv6Zrd78FYLzANkt.jpg Computers and software - can compare and contrast data, information or now insights from several sources and give a response or solution to a problem. Physical AI is the route to industrialisation lest we forget! Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001555534/why-ex-energy-chiefs-are-not-yet-off-the-hook 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Why ex-energy chiefs are not yet off the hook https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/oEV03JgrHybuXa815ctPKlZXwGDYeOpefVQHmia8.jpg Senior government officials who came under fire and some lost their jobs on allegations of importation of substandard petroleum products into the country may not be off the hook yet. Why ex-energy chiefs are not yet off the hook Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001555536/enforce-hygiene-and-safe-food-equipment-standards-without-exception 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Enforce hygiene and safe food equipment standards without exception https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HtkQFwfTqBE68UHETYFH3Ih09TYlQLNCLR7BVR99.jpg Food hygiene and safety in Kenya require compliance with constitutional and statutory obligations to ensure that food is prepared using clean, safe, and well-maintained equipment. Enforce hygiene and safe food equipment standards without exception Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001555537/grand-wedding-reignited-debate-about-haves-and-the-have-nots 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Grand wedding reignited debate about haves and the have nots https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LfbWaQn0pDV8YoOYXvEV6mLduKhYIvqIh0k6ygjN.jpg Kenyans can condemn political corruption while simultaneously admiring the wealth and status associated with political influence. Grand wedding reignited debate about haves and the have nots Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001555538/ruto-seeks-new-ideas-on-tax-economy-as-poll-clock-ticks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Ruto seeks new ideas on tax economy as poll clock ticks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AO3DHHWZIVWxuENbJF7MhsjsoJ5LYlyrYCeb2CGU.jpg The embattled government of President William Ruto is asking Kenyans for ideas on tax policy as it struggles to fill a growing budget gap. Ruto seeks new ideas on tax economy as poll clock ticks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/alexander-chagema/article/2001555539/from-principled-outsider-to-agenda-setter-edwin-sifunas-unplanned-political-ascent 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 From principled outsider to agenda-setter: Edwin Sifuna's unplanned political ascent https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XFWn1AKWbhDpLMJKMdFleMJvTAufYCrUo3fOxMx9.jpg Edwin Sifuna has emerged as a significant force in Kenyan politics, with his principled opposition to the broad-based government unexpectedly elevating his national profile. From principled outsider to agenda-setter: Edwin Sifuna's unplanned political ascent Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001555540/why-kenya-must-protect-the-weak-restrain-the-powerful-and-restore-public-trust-in-the-law 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Why Kenya must protect the weak, restrain the powerful and restore public trust in the law https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wHh5RM3bAzAzDXRYFgD0dSdW9vGyZwlLQOIg4kOI.jpg Justice must apply equally to ordinary citizens and those in positions of power, while calling on State institutions and the Church to uphold truth, accountability, and human dignity. Why Kenya must protect the weak, restrain the powerful and restore public trust in the law Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001555542/kenya-needs-a-vision-that-belongs-to-all-citizens 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kenya needs a vision that belongs to all citizens https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DRybJzVrZbfv6sOiIWyyv8IKD4kI38p1azUXtrU4.jpg Kenya’s proposed Vision 2060 should first be informed by a thorough evaluation of the successes and failures of Vision 2030 before the country adopts another long-term development agenda. Kenya needs a vision that belongs to all citizens Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001555543/rogue-political-leaders-are-the-real-goons 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Rogue political leaders are the real goons https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dHDpveIEqZT0l3hAVXL76dk19Xd9sEq7KWpY3mSJ.jpg Kenya faces a growing threat of political goonism and organised violence, requiring stronger investigations and accountability for both perpetrators and their sponsors. Rogue political leaders are the real goons Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555546/selective-justice-fury-grows-over-police-inaction-on-kalumas-incendiary-remarks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Selective justice? Fury grows over police inaction on Kaluma's incendiary remarks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bfjrOyHjFEGen3aFKZlnxbQ0X4JGpQt28kbeJSZQ.jpg MP Peter Opondo Kaluma still free three days after incendiary remarks that fueled Homa Bay violence Selective justice? Fury grows over police inaction on Kaluma's incendiary remarks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/reproductive-health/article/2001555547/why-mps-are-seeking-harmonisation-on-maternity-leave 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Why MPs are seeking harmonisation on maternity leave https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UABprUxhNbXdlT1W1wbZyIO2pxgTTRyR7jwOVa7d.jpg Members of Parliament are now seeking the status of maternity leave in the country. Why MPs are seeking harmonisation on maternity leave Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555548/obado-co-convicts-back-in-court-as-sharon-murder-sentencing-looms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Obado, co-convicts back in court as Sharon murder sentencing looms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Aq9JMFIYir1iqO9Yb90oPTPU0XZYGam35g6keUnJ.jpg Convicted former Migori Governor Zachariah Okoth Obado and his two former aides will return to the Milimani High Court today for a virtual mention. Obado, co-convicts back in court as Sharon murder sentencing looms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555549/how-journalists-escaped-attack-death-in-homa-bay 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 How journalists escaped attack, death in Homa Bay https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hsUrlpyM1XV0MMvRPKrJGP3r6QEDkbENkdSyN4AA.jpg Journalist described scenes of sustained terror, running battles and narrow escapes from armed gangs who besieged the convoy and left journalists nursing injuries at the Linda Mwananchi rally. How journalists escaped attack, death in Homa Bay Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555551/kenya-incurred-sh75b-fees-on-undisbursed-loans-auditor-general-reveals 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kenya incurred Sh7.5b fees on undisbursed loans, Auditor General reveals https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3Cz5Y1Eu7hdsU1ukM67EetLgzamwxAira2aDRZMC.jpg The government paid Sh7.65 billion in commitment fees on undisbursed external loans over five years. Kenya incurred Sh7.5b fees on undisbursed loans, Auditor General reveals Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555552/default-risks-resurface-as-public-debt-crosses-sh13-trillion 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Default risks resurface as public debt crosses Sh13 trillion https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KFu6wNHg4qevoBRc6R96bhmSh8Bc2hENXCMcUxBg.jpg Kenya’s public debt has surpassed Sh13 trillion, with debt servicing consuming nearly three-quarters of government revenue as the country enters an election year. Default risks resurface as public debt crosses Sh13 trillion Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555554/health-reforms-hits-and-misses-under-kenya-kwanza 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Health reforms: Hits and misses under Kenya Kwanza https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LDrvwtabCrbsd7tEyiNgSZwMbzDLeg8WqJM2GtqJ.jpg Kenya has registered a record 32.2 million people under SHA, alongside major health reforms, but experts warn that gaps in contributions, could undermine progress toward Universal Health Coverage. Health reforms: Hits and misses under Kenya Kwanza Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555555/security-failure-interior-chiefs-on-the-spot-over-homa-bay-chaos 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Security failure? Interior chiefs on the spot over Homa Bay chaos https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/s7MlTL4jfSjVsOHlb0TMwX0dBpm2pXXyf3eRQIgX.jpg Kenya’s security agencies are under scrutiny over their alleged failure to prevent and effectively respond to the deadly political violence witnessed during the Linda Mwananchi tour of Homa Bay. Security failure? Interior chiefs on the spot over Homa Bay chaos Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001555556/of-online-scams-and-mobile-money-fraud-why-kenyans-are-biggest-victims 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Of online scams and mobile money fraud, why Kenyans are biggest victims https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gZIgQHtkxU57CvVnSULwQZS3JXdYRa9YdvyhRHpw.webp Kenya is facing rising cybercrime and mobile money fraud, with criminals exploiting digital scams to steal money and personal information. Of online scams and mobile money fraud, why Kenyans are biggest victims Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555557/state-silent-as-political-violence-casts-shadow-over-road-to-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 State silent as political violence casts shadow over road to 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mrXx8BcB7H3EmtJeUz8oEOwqhVI4vfLV0yNtoICb.jpg Destruction has been witnessed in various political rallies, the clearest indication yet that the political heat is on an all-time high, despite the general election being over 300 days away. State silent as political violence casts shadow over road to 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001555558/kenyas-paint-industry-rides-construction-recovery-to-double-digit-growth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kenya's paint industry rides construction recovery to double-digit growth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gnZ4wccZtWUZCddCoOEpmeiEQobyvDb5jwyW7sIz.jpg Kenya’s paint market is experiencing strong double-digit growth, driven by the recovery in construction, new housing projects, property renovations and demand for specialised paints. Kenya's paint industry rides construction recovery to double-digit growth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001555559/tea-and-coffee-markets-record-improvement-at-the-auctions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Tea and coffee markets record improvement at the auctions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Vr6l90eV6Onuv9KQYfawV08wzsUG0bmSfCd9Y5wJ.jpg Tea and coffee sales generated Sh2.60 billion at last week's auctions that attracted local and international buyers. Tea and coffee markets record improvement at the auctions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555560/au-calls-for-greater-involvement-of-youth-in-decision-making 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 AU calls for greater involvement of youth in decision making https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jgXRpTSM5ZpH0KkQVTeshArDpOksCpwSxvAkux50.jpg The African Union has launched a Pan-African Youth Framework to strengthen youth participation in addressing Africa’s peace, security and climate challenges. AU calls for greater involvement of youth in decision making Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555561/tension-rises-in-nyeri-ahead-of-gachagua-visit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Tension rises in Nyeri ahead of Gachagua visit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eL4MPXlxKydP9uh4eksTI9MSRPYMlQWz63UaIZWD.jpg Political tension is rising in Nyeri county ahead of former DP Rigathi Gachagua’s visit to the county on Today, with his allies alleging plans to disrupt his meetings. Tension rises in Nyeri ahead of Gachagua visit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555562/eldoret-father-accused-of-defiling-16-year-old-daughter-after-wifes-death 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Eldoret. Father accused of defiling 16-year-old daughter after wife's death https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kCfddq5cIsTqC5wuhPvo6ZnBlbyh8qhveJdF3ivP.jpg A biological father allegedly defiled his 16-year-old daughter on several occasions following the death of his wife, an Eldoret court heard on Monday. Eldoret. Father accused of defiling 16-year-old daughter after wife's death Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001555564/kenyas-jekyll-and-hyde-moment-bright-on-paper-broken-on-practice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kenya's Jekyll and Hyde moment: Bright on paper, broken on practice https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/214TusFANPo3UzQ1FCXjQcL9mcb94RoVBVZAFnRy.jpg Impressive implementation figures do not necessarily reflect improvements in governance, public services, accountability, or citizens’ welfare. Kenya's Jekyll and Hyde moment: Bright on paper, broken on practice Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555565/case-lifts-lid-on-fake-rice-being-sold-as-kenyan-pishori 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Case lifts lid on fake rice being sold as Kenyan pishori https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dwvDLQLUx76xhOibcQhUQXbKkhjLLT43im6VWsJ9.jpg Cofek has raised concerns over adulterated and falsely labelled Kenya Pishori rice, accusing the government and KEBS of failing to take action against the problem. Case lifts lid on fake rice being sold as Kenyan pishori Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555566/as-homa-bay-leaders-shuttle-in-choppers-local-roads-are-an-eyesore 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 As Homa Bay leaders shuttle in choppers, local roads are an eyesore https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DkueAl4YlC1nmWveufTRCIXl3nfuvgFdDo5ohTV4.jpg Linda Mwanainchi's rally in Homa Bay County on Sunday exposed the region’s underbelly of poor roads and neglected infrastructure. As Homa Bay leaders shuttle in choppers, local roads are an eyesore Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001555568/sri-lanka-government-proposes-contentious-judicial-reform-package 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Sri Lanka government proposes contentious judicial reform package https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/MqzTwfxoUdYB68HMEIFfbcDKjXQuwNuiFNjui9dt.jpg Sri Lanka's government unveiled sweeping judicial reforms on Tuesday that it says will slash a huge case backlog, despite criticism from lawyers and opposition parties. Sri Lanka government proposes contentious judicial reform package Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001555571/major-meta-trial-begins-as-lawyers-spar-over-witnesses-damages 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Major Meta trial begins as lawyers spar over witnesses, damages https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/puirZZPiiBUHRSWGDRweqfpCeqZ4MFKTVvcYB0sQ.jpg Facebook-parent Meta will defend itself in a landmark social media trial that begins Tuesday in California, where attorneys have sparred over witnesses and financial penalties. Major Meta trial begins as lawyers spar over witnesses, damages Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001555573/trump-threatens-to-bomb-oman-if-it-gets-in-way-of-iran-deal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it gets in way of Iran deal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XiN8aOjBAgHElyL231Sz7r67RPs2zweLyweKwZ0h.jpg Control of the waterway, which Iran has effectively closed since the conflict began on February 28, remains at the heart of the deadlock between Tehran and Washington. Trump threatens to bomb Oman if it gets in way of Iran deal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555579/four-days-trapped-six-miners-feared-dead-in-turkana-gold-mine-collapse 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Four days trapped: Six miners feared dead in Turkana gold mine collapse https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uJn34l541iSdtLZrK18m3jovr86bm4wUK6R0nCsp.jpg Four days after miners were trapped inside a gold mine gorge in Naduat, Nakalale Ward, fears are growing that the number of people underground could be far higher than initially reported Four days trapped: Six miners feared dead in Turkana gold mine collapse Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555581/police-seize-sh56-million-cannabis-methamphetamine-in-busia 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Police seize Sh56 million cannabis, methamphetamine in Busia https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zelRqhdPPc5FCZqvQN3MT4n49E3cLErahq9c1Ms5.jpg Police in Busia have intercepted more than 800 kilogrammes of Cannabis valued at Sh35 million Police seize Sh56 million cannabis, methamphetamine in Busia Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001555582/zambias-hichilema-cattle-boy-and-two-time-president 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Zambia's Hichilema: 'cattle boy' and two-time president https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3vqOuysUm8y7jPxErVtouPRUDq64qsoonvqOrd13.jpg Hakainde Hichilema, who secured a second term as Zambia's president, built a business empire before first winning the presidency in 2021. Zambia's Hichilema: 'cattle boy' and two-time president Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555584/dr-congo-ebola-outbreak-crosses-5000-cases-as-death-toll-becomes-countrys-highest 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 DR Congo Ebola outbreak crosses 5,000 cases as death toll becomes country's highest https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1z0HabBXTmxUUvASxbKCa2YDCWNivGIwOCenZKXE.jpg The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has crossed the 5,000-case mark, according to Africa CDC DR Congo Ebola outbreak crosses 5,000 cases as death toll becomes country's highest Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001555585/zambias-hichilema-wins-re-election 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Zambia's Hichilema wins re-election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yRjHM7fsbwP1IQJmcFL2QlndcJ3W9ziMHTSCshZO.jpg Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema won re-election with 60 percent of votes cast last week, the electoral commission announced Tuesday. Zambia's Hichilema wins re-election Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/athletics/article/2001555586/world-champions-kiprono-and-masai-bag-cross-country-gold 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 World champions Kiprono and Masai bag cross country gold https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NovXQDZW803ms3GZusko7vSQnGljA9xlxOIKD0ns.jpg World Under-20 champion Emmanuel Kiprono and Venenza Masai led Kenya to cross-country gold sweeps at the 2026 FEASSA Games in Morogoro, Tanzania. World champions Kiprono and Masai bag cross country gold Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001555587/machakos-coffee-farmers-urged-to-increase-production 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Machakos coffee farmers urged to increase production https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0cqXrMIABSzX1BOdgqhIqD3T3VrV6nIFI4ZLaK41.jpg Coffee farmers affiliated with Lower Eastern Coffee Millers have been urged to increase production and shares to boost the miller. Machakos coffee farmers urged to increase production Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001555588/st-josephs-nyakach-win-to-revive-hopes-of-making-knockouts 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 St Joseph's, Nyakach win to revive hopes of making knockouts https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/N05x62t41xEjVnbwpXVhwGkokGURdMSWKNBZKK6X.jpg St Joseph’s Girls Kitale and Nyakach Girls revived their semi-final hopes at the 2026 East Africa Games with convincing football victories. St Joseph's, Nyakach win to revive hopes of making knockouts Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555589/counties-defend-sha-highlight-health-gains 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Counties defend SHA highlight health gains https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZT6ADVJCiEj1qJM4UVA5b1iRXV1vjeGVJosbpGRk.jpg The Council of Governors (CoG) has defended the Social Health Authority (SHA), saying the new health financing system has helped channel billions of shillings to county hospitals Counties defend SHA highlight health gains Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001555590/kabeberi-7s-gives-kcb-the-perfect-bounce-back 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kabeberi 7s gives KCB the perfect bounce-back https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/W9oAqtpTDlzujioCDPzbF1Xo6vDHvIFFozERcGno.jpg KCB bounced back from their Dala Sevens disappointment by successfully defending the Kabeberi Sevens title and reclaiming the National Sevens Circuit lead. Kabeberi 7s gives KCB the perfect bounce-back Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001555593/only-40pc-of-worlds-health-facilities-meet-basic-sanitation-standards-un 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Only 40pc of world's health facilities meet basic sanitation standards: UN https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2o7YQX9CUuHFTqd3aqOvr8aSym9236VnbKDyvgMg.jpg Only four in 10 healthcare facilities globally meet basic sanitation standards for usable toilets, while 11pc have no services, UN report reveals. Only 40pc of world's health facilities meet basic sanitation standards: UN Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001555594/camms-steady-rise-in-local-and-international-championships 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Camm's steady rise in local and international championships https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/x44ucO9xeoziuKdFuMKgalu0k5fZXuSsyIcryHGx.jpg Teenage polo player Archie Camm continued his impressive rise by starring for Samurai at the Mug of Mugs Cup, earning MVP honours despite narrowly missing out on the title. Camm's steady rise in local and international championships Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001555596/former-moi-university-workers-threaten-to-return-to-court-over-unpaid-dues 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Former Moi University workers threaten to return to court over unpaid dues https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qaV1WbVEbirML5Fudc3wJw9yHFIz4BMu2zkpA6LM.jpg Former Moi University workers who were retrenched 26 years ago have given the institution a one-month ultimatum to pay dues awarded to them by the court in October 2025. Former Moi University workers threaten to return to court over unpaid dues Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555597/kenya-steps-up-cancer-fight-with-focus-on-early-diagnosis-and-decentralised-care 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kenya steps up cancer fight with focus on early diagnosis and decentralised care https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/fo9V0D8Yb88a73RoGT0vCzM3QPoTZGEDjtzrqAx1.jpg Kenya is stepping up efforts to improve cancer outcomes by expanding early screening, strengthening local diagnostic capacity and bringing specialised care closer to patients Kenya steps up cancer fight with focus on early diagnosis and decentralised care Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001555598/from-homes-to-public-transport-schools-and-hotels-the-bedbug-menace 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 From homes to public transport, schools and hotels: The bedbug menace https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zz8klOp2ysRsOx72KEYVYvGx6tkKo2vmK3MWhckR.jpg Bedbug infestations are causing growing concern across Kenya, with incidents reported on public transport, in homes, schools, offices and hotels, exposing gaps in hygiene and pest-control measures. From homes to public transport, schools and hotels: The bedbug menace Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555600/duale-defends-kenya-kwanza-health-reforms-uhc-programme 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Duale defends Kenya Kwanza health reforms, UHC programme https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KQHUxTMXFoosXEhzf6HKaoW1zxNLAD2AtOBGTHcG.jpg Health CS Aden Duale has defended the Kenya Kwanza administration’s health reforms, saying significant progress has been made in improving access to medicines and health workers. Duale defends Kenya Kwanza health reforms, UHC programme Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555602/wetangula-says-health-reforms-have-curbed-corruption-reshaped-care-financing 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Wetang'ula says health reforms have curbed corruption, reshaped care financing https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Vloq9s4xlyLYyduyH2IRIkMWI7NkWumURMkyurIq.jpg National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula says Kenya’s health reforms have strengthened healthcare financing, curbed corruption and improved access to quality care. Wetang'ula says health reforms have curbed corruption, reshaped care financing Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001555603/show-us-what-you-did-kenyans-roast-mbadi-over-17-years-as-suba-south-mp 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 'Show us what you did': Kenyans roast Mbadi over 17 years as Suba South MP https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HnTUn2CES0sGoiOturOL9IiEyelwEcu7IKe6m7qq.jpg Kenyans have turned on Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi after he blamed his successor, Suba South MP Caroli Omondi, for the poor state of roads. 'Show us what you did': Kenyans roast Mbadi over 17 years as Suba South MP Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001555605/teachers-unions-demand-clear-rules-on-tsc-social-media-directive 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Teachers' unions demand clear rules on TSC social media directive https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tIu632bNGyml12DCAgayfkw7qE8Oab4ikqEmiti7.jpg Teachers' unions want the TSC to define what counts as misconduct before enforcing its new social media directive, warning that vague rules could be used to intimidate educators. Teachers' unions demand clear rules on TSC social media directive Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555606/patients-dig-deeper-into-their-pockets-as-nurses-strike-cripples-public-hospitals 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Patients dig deeper into their pockets as nurses strike cripples public hospitals https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ws3gSmWytq7Vj9nX60oQUt03XhqMHwtQnb5fo1t6.jpg The nurses' strike that has stretched into weeks has left patients struggling with huge medical bills after visiting private hospitals and the disruption of services. Patients dig deeper into their pockets as nurses strike cripples public hospitals Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001555607/northern-kenya-uda-odm-officials-rally-support-for-ruto 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Northern Kenya UDA, ODM officials rally support for Ruto https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/W29rbVF4XfcE1hOlaz9MWg8ZvPSWomxb4DCbPGo4.jpg During the launch in Isiolo town, the group from grassroot said the initiative is intended to bring the broad based alliance to the electoral wards level Northern Kenya UDA, ODM officials rally support for Ruto Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001555609/nairobi-youth-push-for-jobs-not-just-skills 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Nairobi youth push for jobs, not just skills https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wIRauY2ZtxMao8YtnyHbrw9j8Hq5Hetmd9SzyjgJ.jpg Young people from Nairobi’s informal settlements have called for greater access to jobs, financing, technology and basic services Nairobi youth push for jobs, not just skills Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001555610/linda-mwananchi-calls-for-the-arrest-prosecution-of-wanga-and-kaluma 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Linda Mwananchi calls for the arrest, prosecution of Wanga and Kaluma https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YQXxWUWQGMFRIODhbQuxybeyQE2VDwDtpu1Uin0E.jpg The Linda Mwananchi faction has called for the arrest and prosecution of Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga and MP Opondo Kaluma over violence that marred their rally in Homa Bay. Linda Mwananchi calls for the arrest, prosecution of Wanga and Kaluma Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001555614/kagombe-on-dcp-switch-i-came-here-as-saul-but-now-i-have-become-paul 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kagombe on DCP switch: 'I came here as Saul, but now I have become Paul' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HO1LxoO0r3yx5bl0aCmvUxtqEygTw3FobgfG1G2O.jpg Gatundu South MP Gabriel Kagombe has defended his decision to leave UDA and join DCP, saying the move reflected the wishes of his constituents. Kagombe on DCP switch: 'I came here as Saul, but now I have become Paul' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555615/wanga-blames-jaramogi-mboya-for-underdevelopment-in-nyanza 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Wanga blames Jaramogi, Mboya for underdevelopment in Nyanza https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wCaTZQQ7dCc77StPq8Mgt0ZgrSsv2hc8TO2o8NW2.jpg In a statement, Wanga pointed to the condition of the Mbita-Sindo-Kiabuya-Sori corridor, saying the dusty road is a reflection of a wider infrastructure deficit affecting the region for decades. Wanga blames Jaramogi, Mboya for underdevelopment in Nyanza Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001555616/busia-mcas-audit-over-county-rent-arrears 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Busia MCAs audit over county rent arrears https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iugUobuKqv8WfsLGr8JJ4AQxDbNnq0FibhPVPYb0.jpg Busia County Assembly Committee on Public Administration has kicked off an audit of tenancy documents and address escalating rent arrears and discrepancies owed to private landlords Busia MCAs audit over county rent arrears Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001555619/networks-open-set-for-second-season-with-sh600000-prize-pool 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Networks Open set for second season with Sh600,000 prize pool https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sDN6qjsW9KJEYjZ3Q7P8aIt4u8KUcwgpncjxOovl.jpg More than Sh600,000 will be up for grabs when Networks Padel Village hosts the second edition of its Networks Open padel tournament from August 25 to 30. Networks Open set for second season with Sh600,000 prize pool Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555621/a-testament-to-unwavering-dedication-ruto-hails-zambias-hichilema-on-re-election 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 'A testament to unwavering dedication,' Ruto hails Zambia's Hichilema on re-election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PzUbUOFIG9rvRwIoMKVptzT6ah5RL9kokEj3IF0n.jpg President William Ruto has hailed Hakainde Hichilema on his re-election as president of Zambia, describing the victory as proof of the trust Zambians place in his leadership. 'A testament to unwavering dedication,' Ruto hails Zambia's Hichilema on re-election Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001555622/fpk-begins-rebrand-ahead-of-2027-general-election 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 FPK begins rebrand ahead of 2027 General Election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HTPAxjVmbuifTvp8ixtNC7s0xb7qLgOJQ4coz8JU.jpg The Federal Party of Kenya (FPK) has begun a rebranding and restructuring exercise ahead of the 2027 General Election. FPK begins rebrand ahead of 2027 General Election Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001555623/kakamega-rolls-out-sh60m-grants-to-empower-vulnerable-groups-youth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kakamega rolls out Sh60m grants to empower vulnerable groups, youth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nwF6shMLqoRjiH0TaGUb1p09kEUJRRbkg5YeCweS.jpg Kakamega County has rolled out a Sh60 million social protection grant programme targeting women, youth, widows, persons living with disabilities and other marginalised groups Kakamega rolls out Sh60m grants to empower vulnerable groups, youth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001555625/state-advances-plan-to-tap-lake-baringo-waters-for-irrigation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 State advances plan to tap Lake Baringo waters for irrigation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6EOgRnXX1BGFLe9sIoqxT9q2wB0QGmyDVaTIlK7O.jpg Govt moves to divert rising waters from Lake Baringo into a large-scale irrigation scheme, turning a lake that has flooded surrounding communities into a potential source of farmland. State advances plan to tap Lake Baringo waters for irrigation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555626/eacc-arrests-nine-over-alleged-sh157bn-fraud 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 EACC arrests nine over alleged Sh1.57bn fraud https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6bQuhrCOamwrMZgIhmwAP9AiQDMcDz8XoGnxwtq4.jpg EACC has arrested nine people over alleged Sh1.57 billion fraud involving the Rural Outreach of Financial Innovations and Technologies (PROFIT) Programme at the National Treasury. EACC arrests nine over alleged Sh1.57bn fraud Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001555627/gachagua-pushes-for-single-opposition-candidate-to-face-ruto-in-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Gachagua pushes for single opposition candidate to face Ruto in 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qYf9EL5aAe3fMKE1b3Jp0US2a9tjJtFoFKazcqNR.jpg Former DP Rigathi Gachagua warns against divisive politics in Mount Kenya region, calls for unity to remove President Ruto from power. Gachagua pushes for single opposition candidate to face Ruto in 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555628/that-was-not-healthcare-it-was-theft-ruto-on-old-health-system 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 'That was not healthcare, it was theft'- Ruto on old health system https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BIomV0RNJMnwgBSW3ShnczBrnf7Bs27oJC6Ek1gm.jpg President Ruto says Universal Health Coverage is one of the most consequential social transformation programmes after the affordable housing; cites SHA, CHPs, facilities improvement and digitisation. 'That was not healthcare, it was theft'- Ruto on old health system Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001555629/three-lightly-injured-as-new-quake-hits-spains-granada 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Three lightly injured as new quake hits Spain's Granada https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sUmYEjxDAPqlzxLMdEnb5sPoKvIoztSe9BShm3q1.jpg A magnitude-4.8 earthquake caused cracks in walls and sent debris falling in Granada on Tuesday, lightly injuring three people. Three lightly injured as new quake hits Spain's Granada Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555631/ex-pc-loses-bid-to-stop-magistrate-from-hearing-sh13bn-land-fraud-case 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Ex-PC loses bid to stop magistrate from hearing Sh1.3bn land fraud case https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DdKKqTykhSR3HRwwoPqv8mYjq0CgOOSipKNqhwLA.jpg Former Nairobi Provincial Commissioner Davis Nathan Chelogoi has suffered a major setback in his bid to stop the trial magistrate from continuing to hear the Sh1.3 billion land fraud case. Ex-PC loses bid to stop magistrate from hearing Sh1.3bn land fraud case Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555632/wetangula-pledges-parliaments-backing-for-health-reforms 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Wetang'ula pledges Parliament's backing for health reforms https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mgW63by91Sxo1Acl2oOBeaSXcPypxbaRcjffGroO.jpg Ruto said eight million Kenyans had already received services through SHA. Wetang'ula pledges Parliament's backing for health reforms Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001555633/kenya-unveils-food-banking-drive-to-fight-hunger-cut-methane-emissions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kenya unveils food banking drive to fight hunger, cut methane emissions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DZKwxuoBG8syvHMLdSaa73m7OMl7v7DBrZkxJ9rE.jpg A new initiative seek to turn food loss and waste into an opportunity for better nutrition, climate mitigation and socio-economic empowerment. Kenya unveils food banking drive to fight hunger, cut methane emissions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001555634/philippine-student-killed-in-livestreamed-school-shooting 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Philippine student killed in livestreamed school shooting https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/oUyciBpewtJwNOLNrYSUXpHwVNTflR0qe8FRFFHM.jpg A student livestreamed himself shooting another schoolmate dead before taking his own life at a high school in the Philippines on Tuesday, authorities said. Philippine student killed in livestreamed school shooting Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001555636/backlash-after-thailand-frees-85-year-old-drug-trafficker 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Backlash after Thailand frees 85-year-old drug trafficker https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4Y5PKoBnyz2KW7Eo95aMxroITNJSN3T4C0lLykE7.jpg Thailand's justice minister pledged on Tuesday to review pardon criteria following backlash over the release of an 85-year-old drug trafficker Backlash after Thailand frees 85-year-old drug trafficker Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555638/release-police-reforms-taskforce-report-or-i-will-maraga-tells-ruto 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Release police reforms taskforce report or I will, Maraga tells Ruto https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/l7baiqZjjrb5HtS2tDhB1XIby2TNxsxG89VOP5Rg.jpg I demand that you immediately release and publish the complete and unedited Taskforce Report within Seven (7) days, failing which I will myself release it. Release police reforms taskforce report or I will, Maraga tells Ruto Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555639/kangema-magistrate-to-be-charged-over-sh150000-saga 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kangema magistrate to be charged over Sh150,000 saga https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TybcHuTN2AHzflUSWOI2qShxd3mIGJkrGVcvv17a.jpg Kangema Principal Magistrate Martin Kinyua is expected on Wednesday to answer bribery charges after the High Court in Kerugoya declined to stop his prosecution over the Sh150,000 saga. Kangema magistrate to be charged over Sh150,000 saga Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555641/reprieve-for-stanchart-in-sh7-billion-pension-payout-dispute 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Reprieve for Stanchart in Sh7 billion pension payout dispute https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6e8dxpE721SwPW0iZiEznCQ1XgwprQ2Zrsb2Av6j.jpg The High Court has granted Standard Chartered Bank a reprieve by quashing a Sh709 million cost award by the Retirement Benefits Tribunal in a row over Sh7 billion pension payout. Reprieve for Stanchart in Sh7 billion pension payout dispute Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555644/two-women-face-10-years-in-jail-for-trafficking-56kg-cannabis 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Two women face 10 years in jail for trafficking 56kg cannabis https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JuQn1nPyevN5wjGfHE0uOp1bWpyQchbS7O2LR2MQ.jpg A court has ordered two women to pay a fine of Sh30 million each or serve 10 years in prison for trafficking 56 kilograms of cannabis in Kilifi County. Two women face 10 years in jail for trafficking 56kg cannabis Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001555645/abdullahi-sajo-calls-for-unity-increased-voter-registration-ahead-of-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Abdullahi Sajo calls for unity, increased voter registration ahead of 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Jj80KXtfjL2zACgPeGldlM4fqg24RtFxUEpDms1N.jpg Wajir North parliamentary aspirant Abdullahi Sajo has called for unity, increased voter registration and greater political participation ahead of the 2027 General Election. Abdullahi Sajo calls for unity, increased voter registration ahead of 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555646/kakamega-clinical-officers-strike-to-demand-implementation-of-cba 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Kakamega clinical officers strike to demand implementation of CBA https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/g4FsFEGm76Of0BaSWZOLUqJi9GmJ4JG8fItGIqUx.jpg Healthcare services were disrupted in Kakamega after clinical officers downed tools to protest against the county's failure to sign and implement their 2025/2026 CBA. Kakamega clinical officers strike to demand implementation of CBA Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001555647/firefighters-in-decisive-push-to-encircle-belgian-wildfire 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Firefighters in 'decisive' push to encircle Belgian wildfire https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4z5wiruWS5McDtLeN3NLU5NwQOIduYFSVmgmfiHI.jpg Firefighters were locked in a potentially decisive push to encircle Belgium's largest wildfire in a century, despite rainclouds hampering air support operations over the High Fens nature reserve. Firefighters in 'decisive' push to encircle Belgian wildfire Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001555648/gunmen-kill-at-least-24-in-central-nigeria 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Gunmen kill at least 24 in central Nigeria https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rC8FGzacJlpRK5xpD9JEwUW3iyLfUP4HNceGwPVg.jpg Attackers wielding guns and machetes killed at least two dozen people in central Nigeria's Plateau state, survivors told AFP on Tuesday. Gunmen kill at least 24 in central Nigeria Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001555650/dr-congo-ebola-outbreak-far-from-being-under-control-who-chief 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 DR Congo Ebola outbreak 'far from being under control': WHO chief https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YrUgQu2eLF3E2GgXU0Mqx4OlI1UpWW2pF9NHa89e.jpg The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is moving faster than any previous epidemic of the disease and risks spreading to more countries, the head of the WHO warned Tuesday. DR Congo Ebola outbreak 'far from being under control': WHO chief Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001555655/zambian-president-wins-re-election-in-turbulent-vote 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Zambian president wins re-election in turbulent vote https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RBjpitewAIhcgGwSF5TawxCGRw6Iod6YNHGwIVUB.jpg International observers said the poll was marred by opposition claims of intimidation. Zambian president wins re-election in turbulent vote Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001555659/gunmen-kill-at-least-24-in-central-nigeria-survivors 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Gunmen kill at least 24 in central Nigeria: survivors https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hqjlEyL3Utp9FU1Z3gXX825UvNi5oOP1vhumph9v.jpg "We were sleeping, we heard some noises, some people in our neighbourhood were screaming." Gunmen kill at least 24 in central Nigeria: survivors Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001555660/somali-pirates-using-seized-vessel-for-more-attacks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Somali pirates using seized vessel for more attacks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/B5LGMT1Hl0Knp6g1K1G7EmFxnBSiNC8MWQ6x82jh.jpg There were already four merchant vessels held hostage in Somali waters and the pirates used the Sward to hijack two Iranian fishing boats last month that were released after ransoms were paid. Somali pirates using seized vessel for more attacks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001555662/police-ask-two-homa-bays-chaos-suspects-to-surrender 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Police ask two Homa Bays chaos suspects to surrender https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/B4rM24Uynm4rBE7AFknbcYGuQUiRpmvxPS22hMrd.jpg “Detectives are currently following credible leads to identify and apprehend 25 suspects connected to the chaos,” said Amin. Police ask two Homa Bays chaos suspects to surrender Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555665/why-gachagua-otuoma-have-been-summoned-by-ncic 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Why Gachagua, Otuoma have been summoned by NCIC https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/v8nuEgNJiGGOOrYuxd9ubAFGAK1bt70UUOJ2sU9C.jpg NCIC wants Gachagua to appear at its offices at Britam Towers, Upper Hill, Nairobi, on Thursday, August 27, at 2 pm. Why Gachagua, Otuoma have been summoned by NCIC Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001555668/ruto-denies-sh104bn-sha-technology-contract 1.0 The Standard en 2026-08-18 Ruto denies Sh104bn SHA technology contract https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1TLQpRsVWAN9pyeFjO0pG6o5e1Cdx1eMCoMwwjGP.jpg "We didn't purchase the technology outright but engaged investors who own the equipment," Ruto stated Ruto denies Sh104bn SHA technology contract Nairobi, Kenya 2026-08-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke 2026-08-19 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/4/business 0.9 2026-08-19 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/1/counties 0.9 2026-08-19 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/588/national 0.9 2026-08-19 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/3/politics 0.9 2026-08-19 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/198/politics 0.9 2026-08-19 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/5/world 0.9 2026-08-19 ;