https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558055/leaders-demand-action-as-isiolo-bandit-attack-claims-five-lives 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Leaders demand action as Isiolo bandit attack claims five lives https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iWIhq786j7nAcxMNI7urwuUEbivhsAUDDwpoaDOu.jpg Leaders have condemned the bandit attack in Gotu, Isiolo County, which left five people dead and called on security agencies to scale up security measures to address the rising insecurity cases. Leaders demand action as Isiolo bandit attack claims five lives Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001558059/hospitals-sha-clash-over-claims-payment-terms-in-new-contracts 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Hospitals, SHA clash over claims payment terms in new contracts https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UupudZvzsfp1R9eM379TpMAkQSfiGqgyzoxkxZAJ.jpg Contracted hospitals have raised concerns over the contracts drafted by the SHA, particularly provisions on payment of claims, deductions and obligations placed on healthcare providers. Hospitals, SHA clash over claims payment terms in new contracts Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001558062/teachers-to-wait-longer-for-new-tsc-boss-as-court-orders-fresh-recruitment 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Teachers to wait longer for new TSC boss as court orders fresh recruitment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xIBtqUQgujsT9hnrwKT6kiywg1ymQg5FkgaoKUmT.jpg Justice Dolla Chepkwony, in her judgment, said that the commission violated its own rules on the timelines set for a recruitment process. Teachers to wait longer for new TSC boss as court orders fresh recruitment Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558066/driver-of-killer-matatu-finally-charged 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Driver of killer matatu finally charged https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OPp4CHxQUlj3WHJdVSLVM6bQ8KKuhIwaQPESDYxB.jpg Emotions ran high as the driver of a killer matatu that was operating along Komarock, Nairobi County, was charged with causing death by dangerous driving. Driver of killer matatu finally charged Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001558068/fresh-storm-over-barasa-academic-profile-as-jkuat-disowns-him 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Fresh storm over Barasa academic profile as JKUAT disowns him https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vI03BxgwHxrooPSxrnIyjcNjdLMs8zjQv3Vjr0Xa.jpg Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa finds himself in the court of public opinion and deep in the throes of a credibility question, thanks to a damning revelation by the JKUAT. Fresh storm over Barasa academic profile as JKUAT disowns him Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001558069/sifuna-and-allies-link-ruto-camp-to-linda-mwananchi-woes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Sifuna and allies link Ruto camp to Linda Mwananchi woes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FdMLbcEs4V3PrTyCk1KTotrkkkolE2ORI7iqERDT.jpg Linda Mwananchi has linked Ruto to their frustrations, ranging from being stopped from addressing students to blocking registration of their political outfit and causing divisions among leaders. Sifuna and allies link Ruto camp to Linda Mwananchi woes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001558072/kuppet-wants-education-bills-halted-over-funding 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Kuppet wants education Bills halted over funding https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XsdL5Akf1btEzKlNFYjBTJPzwXsyfVgGoBWdMyJ5.jpg Teachers have called for the suspension of public participation on two education Bills, warning that the proposed laws fail to give the Government enforceable mandate to fully finance education. Kuppet wants education Bills halted over funding Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558074/farmers-widow-brother-deny-murder-charges 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Farmer's widow, brother deny murder charges https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PcyxqfR2qPyOFQrtXy08iqYwXH2MAl6Vvw249ggE.jpg The widow and brother of the slain farmer and businessman Joseph Njenga alias Njuguna have pleaded not guilty to his murder. Farmer's widow, brother deny murder charges Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001558075/sifuna-sued-over-presidential-bid-and-sh55-contribution 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-18 Sifuna sued over presidential bid and Sh55 contribution https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5z3CvNsNhGTIIixzxFTyPHkStRFPqB0esE6OSMxE.jpg A man has moved to court seeking orders to compel Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna to go for the presidency and nothing else. Sifuna sued over presidential bid and Sh55 contribution Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001558016/south-africa-intensifies-hunt-after-eight-women-found-dead 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 South Africa intensifies hunt after eight women found dead https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/X64htXbUMJnPnzj3icJLCsm937EULAfHcjimB6PG.jpg South African police are racing to crack the killings of at least eight women whose bodies have been found east of Johannesburg in two months, the latest on Tuesday. South Africa intensifies hunt after eight women found dead Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558017/dci-moves-to-block-release-of-title-deeds-in-alleged-land-fraud-case-involving-kcb-officials-sister 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 DCI moves to block release of title deeds in alleged land fraud case involving KCB official's sister https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8fERZrO6UnpGlkBC6cmfbpkaJ4HNStsbsJplyokN.jpg The DCI wants the High Court to block the release of title deeds and devices linked to an alleged land-fraud and forgery case. DCI moves to block release of title deeds in alleged land fraud case involving KCB official's sister Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001558018/kenya-pushes-local-healthcare-manufacturing-to-improve-access-to-medical-supplies 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Kenya pushes local healthcare manufacturing to improve access to medical supplies https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JF25Ri0lfMRMwOqpp4SmuaKVhr7LKRWgVkTuwYD3.jpg Kenya is pushing for stronger local healthcare manufacturing and supply chains to improve access to medicines, medical equipment and essential health products, especially in rural areas. Kenya pushes local healthcare manufacturing to improve access to medical supplies Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001558020/beware 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Beware... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nnSoqjUpcdUWz4sJ0rGM9PYMKfQAEYOJxBVq28XU.jpg Beware... Beware... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001558022/standoff-as-sifuna-locked-out-of-jkuat-karen-campus 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Standoff as Sifuna locked out of JKUAT Karen campus https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qtBgGuDmJWk8CwiV9mxMrFMZEEn5S6NH3TO9LSyB.png Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna condemns incident at JKUAT Karen campus after he was denied entry; he was scheduled to address student leaders on governance and law. Standoff as Sifuna locked out of JKUAT Karen campus Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001558023/nyakera-calls-for-parallel-tallying-systems-to-guard-2027-vote 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Nyakera calls for parallel tallying systems to guard 2027 vote https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/40aCKvifPgMqLNIXYfKQLUS0U9GzkxKcWImaIvjL.jpg DCP Nairobi patron Irungu Nyakera has called for the establishment of a parallel tallying system in the 2027 General Election to verify results transmitted through the official electoral system. Nyakera calls for parallel tallying systems to guard 2027 vote Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001558025/parliament-urged-to-shield-tsc-from-political-interference 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Parliament urged to shield TSC from political interference https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0lda9zQiJ512NqiMFp5JZALJXncVHmQoeo3HcLSe.jpg Education stakeholders have urged Parliament to shield the Teachers Service Commission from political interference in teacher recruitment and appointments. Parliament urged to shield TSC from political interference Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558026/ruto-to-attend-81st-un-general-assembly-meeting 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Ruto to attend 81st UN General Assembly meeting https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/f6A9UpUvmYkMRfycY8WhntV9xJbSMQPrqKKhsI3u.jpg President Ruto to leave the country later in the week for 81st UN General Assembly in New York, Foreign Affairs PS Sing’oei says; high-level week runs until September 28. Ruto to attend 81st UN General Assembly meeting Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558027/milk-processors-urge-government-not-to-import-powdered-milk 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Milk processors urge government not to import powdered milk https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tqG3unxAjC2SixCZ5wd3AObu5jdo4xVZLledhaUo.jpg Kenya’s dairy processors are urging the government not to import powdered milk, saying the current shortage is temporary and supplies should recover once rains improve fodder availability. Milk processors urge government not to import powdered milk Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001558028/one-suspect-dies-another-escapes-with-injuries-after-mob-attack 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 One suspect dies, another escapes with injuries after mob attack https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TGz9214Y8wm9w8r8F1xRdXrtfuFsDbyUVIhr7m7c.jpg One suspected cattle thief died, and another was seriously injured after the pair were attacked by a mob while allegedly driving stolen cows from Nandi towards Uasin Gishu. One suspect dies, another escapes with injuries after mob attack Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558029/kanja-to-face-sentencing-over-june-25-nairobi-roadblocks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Kanja to face sentencing over June 25 Nairobi roadblocks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8Q6rbIKx5EiQAolIkGTUbGkQP402Ks3BDXviKQtY.jpg The judge directed Kanja to appear before the High Court on September 22, 2026, for mitigation and sentencing. Kanja to face sentencing over June 25 Nairobi roadblocks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001558030/push-to-strengthen-regulation-of-imported-locally-manufactured-products 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Push to strengthen regulation of imported, locally manufactured products https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6V1y8F3r6kCxVEs1MwJ18M8gOTs6aNSEqtIu6DST.jpg KEBS is proposing new regulations to tighten controls on imported and locally manufactured products and strengthen consumer protection against substandard goods. Push to strengthen regulation of imported, locally manufactured products Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558031/katiba-institute-hails-court-ruling-finding-ig-kanja-in-contempt 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Katiba Institute hails court ruling finding IG Kanja in contempt https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pKIvnBqS81Ac64ZQTCAIZC6NfqiisyNTmlf5rhvW.jpg Court finds Police IG Douglas Kanja guilty of contempt after roads were barricaded during second anniversary of June 25 protests without notice; to appear for sentencing on Sept 28. Katiba Institute hails court ruling finding IG Kanja in contempt Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001558032/us-again-denies-palestinian-leader-abbas-visa-to-attend-un-assembly 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 US again denies Palestinian leader Abbas visa to attend UN assembly https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nBTT0B1xwWfM1QRhqoZNFjyX0QyQ5YL3XWtGtJQ4.jpg The Trump administration took the same step last year, forcing the Palestinian leader, a regular at the UN General Assembly, to address the body of global leadership by video. US again denies Palestinian leader Abbas visa to attend UN assembly Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558033/no-more-hiding-state-to-trace-fake-degrees-in-public-jobs 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 No more hiding: State to trace fake degrees in public jobs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cy0pQ6SsLnwSQcd4R4vkz8TXPQwy5RxXwV4kAaVF.jpg The government wants a single system to check public servants' academic papers, as it moves to close gaps fraudsters have used to land State jobs on fake qualifications. No more hiding: State to trace fake degrees in public jobs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001558034/mv-sward-release-highlights-resurgence-of-somali-piracy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 MV Sward release highlights resurgence of Somali piracy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mOGkCxKMsBJGTuUwV0lseP1wtuoB2diYxBG2bzJd.jpg The release of the Mombasa-bound MV Sward after a reported ransom payment highlights concerns over the resurgence and evolving tactics of Somali piracy. MV Sward release highlights resurgence of Somali piracy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-opinion/article/2001558035/why-raising-the-standard-of-pharmaceutical-care-for-every-kenyan-is-good-practice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Why raising the standard of pharmaceutical care for every Kenyan is good practice https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HaxwkhBF8VWZtPB64NsItVSiLQrDGlCkZKX0I4Za.jpg Kenya’s new Good Pharmacy Practice Standards aim to strengthen pharmaceutical care, clarify professional roles and improve patient safety and access to quality medicines. Why raising the standard of pharmaceutical care for every Kenyan is good practice Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001558038/theological-colleges-push-for-law-to-recognise-qualifications 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Theological colleges push for law to recognise qualifications https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PzrmN4XmfXJFUTtVgYLEaMja4cMQs5FJqSr9tMj0.jpg Kenya could create a separate qualifications pathway for theological education under a proposed law seeking to recognise training from certificate to doctoral level. Theological colleges push for law to recognise qualifications Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-opinion/article/2001558039/the-toilet-seat-trap-why-we-need-to-stop-silence-around-haemorrhoids 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 The toilet seat trap: Why we need to stop silence around haemorrhoids https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TJ6L0idOCSDZG6xM5GnT2IhefRzYrlN7RPaJwDb6.jpg Haemorrhoids are common and treatable, but persistent rectal bleeding or other concerning symptoms should not automatically be attributed to piles and should be medically assessed. The toilet seat trap: Why we need to stop silence around haemorrhoids Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001558040/marsabit-turkana-to-get-more-funding-to-tackle-drought 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Marsabit, Turkana to get more funding to tackle drought https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cGRb707SBbHaXmlWZKzeC6ecsiawNExzx8irXlv1.jpg Marsabit and Turkana counties will expand measures to improve water access, livestock production and infrastructure as the government steps up efforts to help communities cope with drought. Marsabit, Turkana to get more funding to tackle drought Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558042/blow-to-lsk-as-court-rejects-bid-to-strike-out-petition-challenging-judges-boycott 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Blow to LSK as court rejects bid to strike out petition challenging judges' boycott https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/s0niBP3CpWXHHgiHpqFK9MeoUovZK62brjTWy2L2.jpg The High Court has dismissed the LSK’s bid to strike out Adrian Kamotho’s petition challenging its boycott of courts and targeted judicial officers, allowing the case to proceed on its merits. Blow to LSK as court rejects bid to strike out petition challenging judges' boycott Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001558043/turkana-marsabit-to-benefit-from-sh44b-drought-el-nino-mitigation-projects 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Turkana, Marsabit to benefit from Sh4.4b drought, El Nino mitigation projects https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/K0L7aBwrZI9zgIlfNdb5tAy7S9PJsl7wReMHH12X.jpg At least 595,000 people in Turkana and Marsabit counties are expected to benefit from a Sh4.4 billion programme to strengthen drought resilience and El Nino preparedness. Turkana, Marsabit to benefit from Sh4.4b drought, El Nino mitigation projects Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558044/court-orders-sh2m-payout-to-an-orphans-aunt-after-teachers-hockey-stick-beating 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Court orders Sh2m payout to an orphan's aunt after teacher's hockey-stick beating https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XWTUXPSjnO2lQskF5Wo3AUOvYbyIabEyN53Nqim8.jpg The High Court has awarded Sh2m to the aunt of a student who was beaten with a hockey stick by a teacher, finding that his rights were violated and authorities failed to respond adequately. Court orders Sh2m payout to an orphan's aunt after teacher's hockey-stick beating Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001558045/leaders-demand-security-crackdown-after-isiolo-bandit-killings 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Leaders demand security crackdown after Isiolo bandit killings https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nhjbexioFNuKp32goObKuGuiHWxjr8M2MLVzxM4z.png Leaders in Isiolo have condemned a bandit attack that killed five people, including two police officers, in Gotu on Wednesday. Leaders demand security crackdown after Isiolo bandit killings Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001558047/the-world-has-been-running-on-kenyan-legs-and-in-2029-it-comes-home-to-pay 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 The world has been running on Kenyan legs and in 2029 it comes home to pay https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IoSKU4afn4PKfXteCJZSnwlLznFwOul1xb3HCfHs.jpg Nairobi's win in Budapest is not a trophy for the sports ministry. It is the first time this country gets to own the business it invented. The world has been running on Kenyan legs and in 2029 it comes home to pay Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001558049/kindiki-tells-off-his-detractors-vows-to-champion-development 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Kindiki tells off his detractors, vows to champion development https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kheO5mStHP6XzH3XmwpEoNKwZk4x3OnZVzJ58dm1.jpg Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has accused a section of opposition leaders in Meru of belittling him to distract him from delivering development projects. Kindiki tells off his detractors, vows to champion development Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001558050/maraga-takes-ukatiba-caravan-to-us-in-diaspora-vote-push 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Maraga takes Ukatiba Caravan to US in diaspora vote push https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/284DzTTH4MiLQPJLpmhXHmkC5CSjD6GGe0q86pOo.jpg Former Chief Justice David Maraga has begun a three-week US tour to engage Kenyans in the diaspora as part of his 2027 presidential campaign. Maraga takes Ukatiba Caravan to US in diaspora vote push Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001558053/residents-in-flood-prone-areas-urged-to-relocate 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Residents in flood-prone areas urged to relocate https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HUoSu0OG6JbXqNVXrYSwxtJVolRFIpWtkP3w4tYS.jpg Public health officials are urging residents in flood-prone parts of Naivasha to relocate as rising lake levels and forecast rains threaten to worsen flooding and increase disease risks. Residents in flood-prone areas urged to relocate Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558060/ida-unveils-committee-to-steer-railas-first-anniversary-commemoration 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Ida unveils committee to steer Raila's first anniversary commemoration https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/n6fejhoXSleMZhzLQfqP4cwfTHV6deBjghMEzHks.jpg National steering committee led by Prof Adams Oloo to coordinate Raila Odinga's first anniversary commemoration from Oct 10-17, Ida Odinga says. Ida unveils committee to steer Raila's first anniversary commemoration Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001558063/mombasa-promotes-70-health-workers-as-other-counties-battle-salary-disputes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Mombasa promotes 70 health workers as other counties battle salary disputes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6f2PtubR6yNmQDr7rF48lKkUAE5ENNxI5EOrh1zC.jpg Mombasa County has promoted 70 health workers, with their union saying the county has maintained timely salaries and statutory deductions. Mombasa promotes 70 health workers as other counties battle salary disputes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001558067/ruto-faults-uhuru-for-undermining-his-government 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Ruto faults Uhuru for undermining his government https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7L1iVKJd7PJkME6WIRie9WhKaWq6MfEYNrCRpVuz.jpg President William Ruto has renewed his public criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing his predecessor of undermining the government. Ruto faults Uhuru for undermining his government Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558070/govt-steps-up-el-nino-preparedness-warns-kenyans-over-floods 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Govt steps up El-Nino preparedness warns Kenyans over floods https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8rzUfyMfn2gfJ5ErGP6gy4qr5SMHHSsP0hy5VK3L.jpg Govt steps up El Nino preparedness, warns of floods, landslides and disruptions, spokesperson Charles Owino urges Kenyans in vulnerable areas to relocate. Govt steps up El-Nino preparedness warns Kenyans over floods Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558076/five-arrested-after-robbing-tj-kajwangs-team 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Five arrested after robbing TJ Kajwang's team https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OQZ00CPxYI8kEYoCHl8mvpykY9ccaFMu6051rH31.jpg Five suspects were subsequently arrested and, according to the police report, positively identified by the complainants. Five arrested after robbing TJ Kajwang's team Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001558080/invest-in-the-girl-child-a-river-that-sustains-generations 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Invest in the girl child a river that sustains generations https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PlTAj4HcmlnI6biOAx736YJExNYVhK4EOoX5EVCG.jpg Principal Secretary for Public Service and Human Capital Prof. Jane Imbunya, has urged men to educate and support their wives and daughters. Invest in the girl child a river that sustains generations Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001558081/scores-feared-dead-in-oil-tanker-explosion-on-eldoret-webuye-road 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Scores feared dead in oil tanker explosion on Eldoret-Webuye road https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/H4lJR6xv5pcB5YrFR9wv1jLJqnSqd6OcGpZ2Qi4R.jpg An oil tanker has overturned on Eldoret-Webuye road near Paul Boit Secondary School in Turbo, sparking a deadly fire after residents reportedly rushed to siphon fuel. Scores feared dead in oil tanker explosion on Eldoret-Webuye road Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 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/shipping-logistics/article/2001557944/mombasa-ports-empty-containers-crisis-deepens-ahead-of-peak-season 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Mombasa Port's empty containers crisis deepens ahead of peak season https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8uQGbqv3MRR4r4l7mGkHx97HgpgEZsC2TwqwYva4.jpg Kenya’s empty-container crisis is resurfacing as Mombasa’s peak season approaches, with slow evacuation and shipping disruptions threatening to strain the inland logistics chain. Mombasa Port's empty containers crisis deepens ahead of peak season Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 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 2026-09-17 '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 2026-09-17 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/real-estate/article/2001557950/mortgage-lenders-look-beyond-payslips-to-expand-kenyas-housing-market 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Mortgage lenders look beyond payslips to expand Kenya's housing market https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XH0xXVdkGbZVkApEPKTKCYTIBbSYH1hIF3dlMgtS.jpg KMRC chief finance officer Nyale Yanga called for the use of alternative credit scoring models that consider non-traditional data such as rental payments or utility bills to assess creditworthiness Mortgage lenders look beyond payslips to expand Kenya's housing market 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/real-estate/article/2001557953/why-states-slum-eradication-remains-a-tall-order 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Why State's slum eradication remains a tall order https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZE41872ZQcDCZnE7McMHt0CgBRTk6aoro1Qd9w7t.jpg Recently, residents of the Mukuru slums in Nairobi, who had subscribed to the affordable housing programme, cried out that the units they paid deposits for were being allocated to strangers. Why State's slum eradication remains a tall order Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001557955/many-cities-buried-urban-streams-but-heres-how-to-bring-them-back 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Many cities buried urban streams but here's how to bring them back https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EOgBFwivf7HSqiPkTwj4RjWGhOg5faiVYvhrZBNX.jpg As many cities developed, streams that once flowed on the surface were buried underground to make way for growing infrastructure. Many cities buried urban streams but here's how to bring them back 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/why-uhuru-is-sending-shivers-down-rutos-spine 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Why Uhuru is sending shivers down Ruto's spine https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Q7ONhNg74yRkTH10gPQFsHpns9A6IPxO4pwvEswA.jpg President William Ruto’s renewed criticism of former President Uhuru Kenyatta has intensified political tensions ahead of the 2027 General Election. 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/they-have-forgiven-me-obado-pleads-for-leniency-after-reconciliation-with-sharons-parents 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 They have forgiven me: Obado pleads for leniency after reconciliation with Sharon's parents https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JvZdDcphu6INODI4oZFMQbJqYzeO4Ey0krq0Bp3X.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. They have forgiven me: Obado pleads for leniency after reconciliation with Sharon's parents Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557969/european-lender-unveils-sh129bn-facility-to-boost-kenya-trade-finance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 European lender unveils Sh12.9bn facility to boost Kenya trade finance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zTvCyTtxJdIxBuXUEfesdSe7ZxhVPtonucLnEEzZ.jpg Kenyan traders and manufacturers will have access to longer-term dollar loans at more predictable costs under a new $100 million (Sh12.97 billion) funding programme by the EBRD. European lender unveils Sh12.9bn facility to boost Kenya trade finance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001557970/omtatah-wants-iebc-to-drop-paper-ballots-for-electronic-voting-system 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Omtatah wants IEBC to drop paper ballots for electronic voting system https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2qNzxBaQYonduZZhb7RIRzwcXOPGPoSQke8EynSz.jpg A court case has pitted Senator Okiya Omtatah’s push for fully electronic voting against IEBC and the Attorney General’s defence of Kenya’s existing hybrid system. Omtatah wants IEBC to drop paper ballots for electronic voting system Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001557971/national-infrastructure-fund-targets-pension-funds-for-projects 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 National Infrastructure Fund targets pension funds for projects https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NX1Rpt0IKWB0IdSZfu7S8HacOnKWQlzxDS8IOA1l.jpg National Infrastructure Fund CEO James Mworia says the private sector can participate directly in the country’s development agenda by mobilising and directing capital towards projects. National Infrastructure Fund targets pension funds for projects 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/nwVHe5l8O0KXIowUU6HzqwomozYf5M40FErgIV4k.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/crime-and-justice/article/2001557973/court-dismisses-masengeli-bid-to-halt-usiu-graduation-over-phd-row 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Court dismisses Masengeli bid to halt USIU graduation over PhD row https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dC8rCsc5wOlbexGAWBDy2g6PGkEmxFMkPln5gpFE.jpg The High Court has rejected DIG Gilbert Masengeli’s bid to halt USIU-Africa’s September 26 graduation over a dispute concerning the processing and clearance of his PhD dissertation. Court dismisses Masengeli bid to halt USIU graduation over PhD row 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/boxing/article/2001557976/kenya-seek-to-impress-at-world-boxing-championships 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Kenya seek to impress at World Boxing Championships https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4vJSxjptP3thEuPLv0KhnpT6jDReBmglSdoh7plM.jpg Kenya will take part in the Elite Men World Boxing Championships to be held in Dubai on December 3-13. Kenya seek to impress at World Boxing Championships 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/national/article/2001557984/murkomen-tells-senate-state-has-put-measures-in-place-to-address-floods 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Murkomen tells Senate State has put measures in place to address floods https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/b6AMsq1IHiKoUPJFLcFTcLWEuurpzroBPYndI7ce.jpg Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen has told the Senate that the Government has frameworks for flood-risk mapping, early warning and plans to strengthen drainage and flood-control infrastructure. Murkomen tells Senate State has put measures in place to address floods 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/education/article/2001557994/mps-propose-consolidated-fund-to-make-tertiary-education-free 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 MPs propose consolidated fund to make tertiary education free https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ec7ve5u0ScttjJq6zBQEPgqrfzpaxvVLx9yRYFBp.jpg The proposed fund would cover students in TVET institutions, KMTC, diploma colleges, teachers’ training colleges and universities. MPs propose consolidated fund to make tertiary education free Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001557995/ruto-promises-bag-of-goodies-to-migori-residents-during-tour 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Ruto promises bag of goodies to Migori residents during tour https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/SLo8uUNDWasOfV3K84J0EQC4C6ThiPiGRVsUrHKa.jpg President William Ruto pledged to accelerate road construction and expand electricity connections in Migori County during his tour. Ruto promises bag of goodies to Migori residents during tour Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001557997/mp-seek-dialogue-with-ministry-over-secondary-fee-structure 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 MP seek dialogue with Ministry over secondary fee structure https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yYDRCVH0EWSlzLLr1KLsKUWK256OzI7l9PMam5gS.jpg MPs want the Ministry to explain disparities between capitation disbursements and the actual number of students enrolled in secondary schools. MP seek dialogue with Ministry over secondary fee structure Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001557998/lords-resistance-army-blamed-for-central-africa-republic-mass-kidnapping 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Lord's Resistance Army blamed for Central Africa Republic mass kidnapping https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bRoAcoQtKT2qNYqbaK2V1Gj2nCuNtUEzlRYNUBVd.jpg "We don't yet have the exact number but it's estimated at about 30," said Frederic Kinza, a local official in the Bangassou area in the country's southeast. Lord's Resistance Army blamed for Central Africa Republic mass kidnapping Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001557999/graduates-take-long-to-secure-jobs-amid-skills-mismatch 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Graduates take long to secure jobs amid skills mismatch https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2aeLHbB8AfLeQsJ4xGtFOQLl2iPRjb4MBE2CWanu.jpg Only 25.3 percent of graduates get into employment within six months of leaving university, while 34.7 percent take between six and 12 months. Graduates take long to secure jobs amid skills mismatch Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001558000/veteran-nollywood-star-olu-jacobs-dies-at-84-family 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Veteran Nollywood star Olu Jacobs dies at 84: family https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Ud88iqk6oDeKOR7DtaGk1mwfIL3JknmhsRmAfkOG.jpg "He was a giant of the Nigerian creative industry," said President Bola Tinubu said, adding he played a "big role" toward building Nigeria's cultural identity. Veteran Nollywood star Olu Jacobs dies at 84: family Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001558001/garissa-governor-race-heats-up-as-korane-senator-haji-flex-muscles 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Garissa governor race heats up as Korane, Senator Haji flex muscles https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NZHbxtsF2bbTmHbLdydwtLQzWFQ5xsaI9JxQvEF1.jpg Garissa’s 2027 gubernatorial race is taking shape as former governor Ali Bunow Korane seeks a comeback amid competition from several prominent politicians. Garissa governor race heats up as Korane, Senator Haji flex muscles Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001558002/facebook-and-tiktok-shut-off-in-equatorial-guinea 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Facebook and TikTok shut off in Equatorial Guinea https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/awLuxqEpgi5F3Uii9RxSOPdc0RgqdXo80IQc3znr.jpg Internet speed has been restricted since September 2 and access to Facebook and TikTok has been impossible for anyone without a virtual private network. Facebook and TikTok shut off in Equatorial Guinea Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001558003/sudan-gold-mine-collapse-kills-at-least-82-people 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hmtvvjhXT60PhV8Va6kD2Oo1Jg8GRbyWFcxtG9K3.jpg Since Sudan's war erupted, both sides have been largely funded by the country's gold trade, valued at billions of dollars. Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001558005/south-africa-pushes-back-on-us-visa-curbs 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 South Africa pushes back on US visa curbs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pSacdAUTVRQ5ZFo3eGjgIi2PAqJ6OosAshL8S9VV.jpg "We reiterate that healing the divisions of the past and establishing a society based on democratic values, social justice and fundamental human rights is a constitutional imperative." South Africa pushes back on US visa curbs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001558008/ramaphosa-steps-back-from-public-engagements-over-health-concerns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Ramaphosa steps back from public engagements over health concerns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1NQQsdtPlqJr4SeOYVTWZ8SCsbA5M5Rg6lXWDjHl.webp South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa steps back from public engagements due to health concerns, the Presidency confirms, days after returning from BRICS Summit in India. Ramaphosa steps back from public engagements over health concerns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558010/schools-to-get-road-safety-training-as-road-deaths-rise 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Schools to get road safety training as road deaths rise https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qncK7V3emdRWmbfI5OvvFn63pegYHLSds8Nib6fo.jpg The programme will equip Kenya Scouts leaders in schools with the knowledge, skills and resources required to champion road safety education. Schools to get road safety training as road deaths rise Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558012/woman-dies-after-telling-court-military-officer-threatened-to-kill-her 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Woman dies after telling court military officer threatened to kill her https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1taFhSZs5hlMR4lIALAbgMstrBXQc19bRlVvIolD.jpg A Nairobi woman who had sought court protection over alleged death threats and a property dispute involving a military officer has died days after securing interim orders. Woman dies after telling court military officer threatened to kill her Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001558013/legislators-question-governments-failure-to-protect-pwds 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Legislators question governments failure to protect PwDs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XtrCPiZ7dGhyiowH1DViq8zYolIbCJk6fzldqWAG.jpg Legislators have accused governments of failing to address the challenges faced by persons with disabilities. Legislators question governments failure to protect PwDs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001558014/eldoret-court-refuses-bail-for-students-in-child-pornography-case 1.0 The Standard en 2026-09-17 Eldoret Court refuses bail for students in child pornography case https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zc8BiqB1P9kYoh3YkgPyz4dJndwDNqfMTXhqxNWF.jpg An Eldoret court has denied bail to two university students facing multiple child pornography-related charges and ordered prosecutors to complete investigations within 30 days. Eldoret Court refuses bail for students in child pornography case Nairobi, Kenya 2026-09-17 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke 2026-09-18 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/4/business 0.9 2026-09-18 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/1/counties 0.9 2026-09-18 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/588/national 0.9 2026-09-18 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/3/politics 0.9 2026-09-18 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/198/politics 0.9 2026-09-18 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/5/world 0.9 2026-09-18 ;