https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546673/hunt-for-play-offs-slots-intensifies-as-league-first-leg-nears-end 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Hunt for play-offs slots intensifies as league first leg nears end https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bi4jP0HTfrBNL3m0qI7YeZ2DardJjBAJeYvDklW8.jpg The battle in the Kenya Basketball Federation Men and Women’s Premier League will hit a notch higher this weekend as teams chase victories in a bid to seal play-off slots. Hunt for play-offs slots intensifies as league first leg nears end Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/peter-kimani/article/2001546675/from-boys-to-men-the-pleasures-and-perils-of-parenting-in-new-age 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 From boys to men: The pleasures and perils of parenting in New Age https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/quBcAToaqAWvZG0QpMbZeFy6S4xTNYrBuKdFCSrI.jpg Reflection on a son’s transition into adulthood, capturing the humour, anxieties and shifting responsibilities that define modern parenting. From boys to men: The pleasures and perils of parenting in New Age Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546678/hail-to-the-new-marathon-king-sawe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Hail to the new marathon king, Sawe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PnxPgKa9e97e0iHRh2oJ9s61XhWhJnhiySnMqODp.jpg A chapter in the history of athletics happened in our lifetime when Sabastian Sawe stormed to a marathon World Record and the first sub-two-hour in a legal competition. Hail to the new marathon king, Sawe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546681/kenyas-dream-of-trophy-dashed-as-rwandas-reg-drown-kpa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Kenya's dream of trophy dashed as Rwanda's REG drown KPA https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bWdVgCp1WyuRrCzn5yP7xdYXMuLmi1y2C58nZ9pV.jpg Kenya’s hopes of winning a maiden Confederation of Africa Volleyball Men’s Club Championship title were shattered after Kenya Ports Authority crashed out of the competition in the quarter-finals. Kenya's dream of trophy dashed as Rwanda's REG drown KPA Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546686/arsenal-boss-arteta-livid-over-eze-penalty-review-in-atletico-draw 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Arsenal boss Arteta livid over Eze penalty review in Atletico draw https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RdcId1Mi5C9TuUwlqua46xI0DzpfK44Bupsu6nKS.png Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta left raging at the decision to overturn a penalty his team had been awarded in their 1-1 Champions League semi-final first leg. Arsenal boss Arteta livid over Eze penalty review in Atletico draw Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001546688/kenyas-protected-areas-face-rising-threat-from-unmanaged-wildfires 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Kenya's protected areas face rising threat from unmanaged wildfires https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pwp4hw9Gq2Lonw6cDJYqRUGyWg67ZXPh9ITHdeO4.jpg Kenya is losing ground in the fight against wildfires as old policies fail to keep pace with a hotter climate and increasing human activities. Kenya's protected areas face rising threat from unmanaged wildfires Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546692/unemployment-crisis-drives-kenyans-into-risky-migration 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Unemployment crisis drives Kenyans into risky migration https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/F9MyplPmEiScUdFtgTWIOm3w76f6X4kFxmxTbICl.jpg Rising unemployment in Kenya is pushing workers into risky overseas jobs under the Kazi Majuu programme, where weak safeguards expose migrants to exploitation and abuse. Unemployment crisis drives Kenyans into risky migration Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546693/heroic-reception-for-new-marathon-king-sawe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Heroic reception for new marathon king Sawe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qBXctNqMoe16YhRi9XUvM7llSFfSeP3rNPs8RsDt.png Marathon world record holder Sabastian Sawe was given a heroic welcome on his return from London, where he posted the first-ever sub-two-hour marathon time of 1:59:30 on Sunday. Heroic reception for new marathon king Sawe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001546694/teachers-lament-poor-pay-and-weak-representation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Teachers lament poor pay and weak representation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qW3xyDgV8WO4726TLtKuHHtzI9UFSS4leb92VW0e.jpg Teachers face shrinking take-home pay, heavy deductions and widening pay gaps with other public servants, raising concerns over declining dignity and morale in the profession. Teachers lament poor pay and weak representation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546695/tourism-rebounds-with-25-million-arrivals 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Tourism rebounds with 2.5 million arrivals https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KNQn9iuULnDxII8d4fPcekEdFX5PGED8CBMHziB9.jpg According to the Economic Survey 2026, there were 2.5 million tourists who visited the country last year representing a 6.2 per cent growth. Tourism rebounds with 2.5 million arrivals Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546696/behind-the-celebrations-workers-juggle-debt-bills-and-survival-daily 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Behind the celebrations, workers juggle debt, bills and survival daily https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Di3LpIzhZZ3pRnbvbNzZkHlAT1kDaZOCFvEpRDI0.jpg Workers like teachers and low-income employees struggle with rising living costs, debt and stretched salaries that are often fully committed before payday arrives. Behind the celebrations, workers juggle debt, bills and survival daily Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001546698/why-cattle-rustling-is-not-just-about-cattle 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Why Cattle Rustling Is Not Just About Cattle https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/V4Yj5DWDhwKQblpSN0Uo8mz7VMV9lyHO5aQVVI4p.png Cattle rustling has brought more insecurity and disruptions. Why Cattle Rustling Is Not Just About Cattle Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546700/ruto-laments-voter-apathy-in-his-rift-valley-backyard 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Ruto laments voter apathy in his Rift Valley backyard https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0cuagEYh1yz2TLaWfhd90zIErHwbGYX7BjIPoB0A.jpg President Ruto has urged his Rift Valley base to boost voter registration, expressing concern that low turnout and apathy could weaken his political support ahead of the 2027 elections. Ruto laments voter apathy in his Rift Valley backyard Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546701/unfavourable-rains-slow-down-agriculture-output-to-31-per-cent 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Unfavourable rains slow down agriculture output to 3.1 per cent https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/MiLcOgIvIYuNEa9mpiicPrx8iniVsfEE3FThFoW4.jpg Growth in the agricultural sector slumped last year due to unfavourable weather patterns characterised by below-average rainfall, which affected key crops. Unfavourable rains slow down agriculture output to 3.1 per cent Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001546703/shame-of-alliance-girls-fee-scandal-and-misuse 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Shame of Alliance Girls fee scandal and misuse https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3aMXV1X9GDzpsFpJGwrHbn1ydpnjUqW2NCq9nAEO.jpg Alliance Girls High School, is at the centre of a storm over what the government and parents describe as inflated fees, illegal levies and questionable financial practices. Shame of Alliance Girls fee scandal and misuse Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546704/kalonzo-links-kitui-clashes-to-plot-by-state-to-delay-general-election 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Kalonzo links Kitui clashes to plot by State to delay General Election https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/m4CmEKIVFcVDS1XvqDUt9cIm4R5PaNua2lWLjw5d.jpg Kalonzo Musyoka has accused the government of politicising Akamba–Somali clashes to influence elections. Kalonzo links Kitui clashes to plot by State to delay General Election Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546705/opposition-must-unite-or-hand-ruto-easy-win-in-poll-says-sifuna 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Opposition must unite or hand Ruto easy win in poll, says Sifuna https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rbU7ni1DaSlurEaylh7i8Ej3BuXiMpBbBrb0x9ph.jpg Edwin Sifuna says opposition groups led by Kalonzo Musyoka and Rigathi Gachagua will unite under a joint strategy to select a candidate aimed at unseating President William Ruto in 2027. Opposition must unite or hand Ruto easy win in poll, says Sifuna Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001546709/security-teams-sent-to-mwingi-garissa-road 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Security teams sent to Mwingi - Garissa road https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/i11wThrgAZ1UR3oa9IrydHvTEkmcTrIGqxqcy7kr.jpg The government has deployed specialised security teams along the troubled Mwingi–Garissa road to quell skirmishes that paralysed business in Mwingi town. Security teams sent to Mwingi - Garissa road Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001546714/wajir-on-course-to-host-madaraka-day-celebrations-state-says 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Wajir on course to host Madaraka Day celebrations, State says https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/C7Er09wJvTEuGPUAQtL5TqKBr7IOcAmYhyJmWr3j.jpg Wajir County is on course to host Madaraka Day celebrations, with the government expressing confidence that preparations are progressing steadily and will be completed ahead of schedule. Wajir on course to host Madaraka Day celebrations, State says Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546718/kenyas-growth-masks-poor-pay-rising-taxes-and-falling-incomes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-05-01 Kenya's growth masks poor pay, rising taxes and falling incomes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hYkwpmUmQbPtt57X7cvx5g1LxgUbGAkLborlXOBV.jpg Workers in the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector, which contributes the lion’s share to the country’s GDP are struggling to afford the same food items they produce and process.   Kenya's growth masks poor pay, rising taxes and falling incomes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001546566/whos-got-what 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Who's Got What? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0XE0OP0ZJZUrvnucTdC873vTL1CYBOXXlxONLA4B.jpg Who's Got What? Who's Got What? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001546588/ruai-residents-decry-years-of-flooding-along-kangundo-road 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Ruai residents decry years of flooding along Kangundo road https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ng5p5QlReAWrcrJlFzwsGkwGktWGdH4MQ4LF4Gtd.jpg Ruai residents have decried recurring floods along Kangundo Road, blaming poor drainage and demanding urgent government action. Ruai residents decry years of flooding along Kangundo road Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001546592/kcb-targets-small-business-owners-with-sh4m-home-loan-facility 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 KCB targets small business owners with Sh4m home loan facility https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0JwqeVBeEzq9vM9gjr8medy0WjMbZost1LsKBKeY.jpg KCB has launched a new mortgage product targeting MSMEs, offering flexible loans to expand home ownership access. KCB targets small business owners with Sh4m home loan facility Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001546595/almost-half-of-french-real-estate-agents-enable-racism-study 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Almost half of French real estate agents enable racism: study https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/n8017vjFAhXsk42zeylSL5Polm4i8wbr8X0iGcKr.jpg Almost half of French real estate agents enable racism: study Almost half of French real estate agents enable racism: study Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001546597/return-of-piracy-hijacking-of-mombasa-bound-ship-signals-troubling-concerns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Return of piracy: Hijacking of Mombasa-bound ship signals troubling concerns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/O7YiUCOrvtSLdKO5MT3mMQXs8bKAuREKgRSOzdUf.jpg The redeployment of international naval forces to combat Houthis and the US-Israel-Iran war has created a security vacuum in the Indian Ocean for Somali pirates to hijack ships. Return of piracy: Hijacking of Mombasa-bound ship signals troubling concerns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001546598/malaba-border-goes-solar-as-kra-targets-90pc-energy-cost-reduction-faster-trade 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Malaba Border goes solar as KRA targets 90pc energy cost reduction, faster trade https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/G567ieNk27DNlZnsWViZJqdJxjzRWDBP151ZlDAW.jpg KRA has partnered with the Government of Sweden and TradeMark Africa to launch a major solar initiative at its Malaba One-Stop Border Post to reduce its power costs by 90 per cent. Malaba Border goes solar as KRA targets 90pc energy cost reduction, faster trade Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001546599/nairobis-sick-buildings-take-health-toll-on-residents 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Nairobi's 'sick' buildings take health toll on residents https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/P5cE2W5zTInkr2PM5WKn5IIHOGilKqNmXtiasZ7E.jpg Experts warn that beyond building collapses, thousands of poorly constructed “sick buildings” in Nairobi are silently harming residents’ health. Nairobi's 'sick' buildings take health toll on residents Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546605/bank-commits-sh1b-to-green-financing 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Bank commits Sh1b to green financing https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/D1jwBML8SfwnMUo6aBzhuhbDlXiVMFpFOHfz815Y.jpg SBM Bank Kenya has launched a Sh1 billion Green Finance Facility to support the adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles Bank commits Sh1b to green financing Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/elias-mokua/article/2001546606/why-many-young-scholars-are-reluctant-to-read-complex-texts 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Why many young scholars are reluctant to read complex texts https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wzSGrlBL12l6hi2gvchBn6tDWhqw0xa4dtXigVF1.jpg Books, journals, and long-form academic texts, once seen as the mark of intellectual depth, are now treated as optional or even irrelevant. Why many young scholars are reluctant to read complex texts Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546607/energy-price-surge-to-worsen-kenyas-inflation-world-bank 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Energy price surge to worsen Kenya's inflation - World Bank https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IZ0DxkxjxbQPqEVTCfDSiJcJEF70pNhrI9raUG7L.webp World Bank warns that rising global energy prices driven by Middle East tensions will worsen inflation and cost-of-living pressures in Kenya, urging targeted relief, shift to renewable energy. Energy price surge to worsen Kenya's inflation - World Bank Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001546608/ng-cdf-sharing-formula-should-also-take-population-into-account 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 NG-CDF sharing formula should also take population into account https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/z8npSQkHzVQiHhHAuCNMda5gBgO6qBmhm3ucQyL6.jpg Constituencies with dense populations, receive the same allocation as those with far fewer residents and the result is a strain on resources. NG-CDF sharing formula should also take population into account Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546610/world-bank-tells-kenya-to-protect-poorest-and-go-green-amid-middle-east-shock 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 World Bank tells Kenya to protect poorest and go green amid Middle East shock https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GKhxyLH6Hl7nfJnlXPpMZnQx0Ykq87r3V7E4lzgI.jpg World Bank warns that a 24% surge in global energy prices driven by Middle East tensions will deepen inflation and cost-of-living pressures in Kenya. World Bank tells Kenya to protect poorest and go green amid Middle East shock Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546611/no-voice-no-homecoming-no-embrace-at-airport-kabirus-family-only-received-his-belongings 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 No voice, no homecoming, no embrace at airport: Kabiru's family only received his belongings https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FfXRE4CbEqUFIPKm5knO2WTpm2pDQqcHJntcHIvr.jpg As the final batch of Kenyan police officers landed back on Tuesday, officially bringing to a close the 18-month Haiti mission, the moment was marked with relief and national pride. No voice, no homecoming, no embrace at airport: Kabiru's family only received his belongings Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546612/justice-warsame-judge-gets-clean-bill-for-the-supreme-court-bench 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Justice Warsame: Judge gets clean bill for the Supreme Court bench https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UTj8rRb9QTQ8fSdLMK0VmLNRL1IX5KZvWvWKsjto.jpg Court of Appeal Judge Mohamed Warsame emerged top in two-day interviews conducted in Nairobi to replace Justice Mohammed Ibrahim at the Supreme Court. Justice Warsame: Judge gets clean bill for the Supreme Court bench Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546613/of-job-creation-cost-of-living-and-inflation-survey-punctures-rutos-narrative-on-economic-resilience 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Of job creation, cost of living and inflation: Survey punctures Ruto's narrative on economic resilience https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LAgoVDOrvBQV8p8rV45YaAAm6Udi9Hn9Xivktz69.jpg Kenya’s economy slowed to 4.6% in 2025, missing targets as weak agriculture, manufacturing, rising fuel costs, debt pressure and climate shocks threaten 2026 growth. Of job creation, cost of living and inflation: Survey punctures Ruto's narrative on economic resilience Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546614/luhya-unity-mudavadi-wetangula-no-longer-at-ease-rush-to-meet-western-mps 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Luhya unity: Mudavadi, Wetangula no longer at ease, rush to meet Western MPs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Jlkw2ptb18S8PYV4Oybn4fGjCSug5HoHc6tjohoU.jpg Wetang’ula, Mudavadi and Oparanya on Wednesday met more than 30 MPs from Western region to strategise on how they will approach next year’s polls Luhya unity: Mudavadi, Wetangula no longer at ease, rush to meet Western MPs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546615/dramatic-scenes-as-former-senator-orwoba-is-arrested-released 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Dramatic scenes as former senator Orwoba is arrested, released https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PyjEL8MfHPqlZBJgpiE6yoyFUMgTeawZme9j9gHJ.jpg Former nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba was on Wednesday arrested after an unsuccessful attempt to access the precincts of Parliament. Dramatic scenes as former senator Orwoba is arrested, released Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546616/ruto-to-mt-kenya-you-have-the-largest-share-of-government 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Ruto to Mt Kenya: You have the largest share of government https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LY9L2oG6X3EnGza31WpAKI6S9ZTwB6tVL2rw2uu5.jpg President Ruto has pleaded with Mt Kenya region not to abandon him for his former Deputy Rigathi Gachagua saying, the region had occupied 40 per cent share of his administration. Ruto to Mt Kenya: You have the largest share of government Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001546618/epilepsy-stigma-persists-in-kenya-amid-awareness-drive-in-kajiado 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Epilepsy stigma persists in Kenya amid awareness drive in Kajiado https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JBIxQ96oIiWm2NTQplG4SpiyANxyTpYIm5kBIjSn.jpg Epilepsy remains one of the most misunderstood neurological conditions in Kenya, with stigma and misinformation continuing to keep many patients away from care. Epilepsy stigma persists in Kenya amid awareness drive in Kajiado Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546627/sonko-three-others-have-case-to-answer-in-sh14-million-graft-scandal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Sonko, three others have case to answer in Sh14 million graft scandal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xTGY8xYY6zAbzSySF4vDiJVm2cKtyPuUdriNrV8N.jpg Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and three co-accused persons have a case to answer in a Sh14 million corruption case linked to the alleged irregular award. Sonko, three others have case to answer in Sh14 million graft scandal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546630/kdf-soldier-unfit-to-stand-trial-for-wifes-murder 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 KDF soldier unfit to stand trial for wife's murder https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EfZmKzLjKlhy6d4yuuu94UCa6YtaVrqaAESc0i4v.jpg A Nakuru High Court has ordered a military officer to be committed to a psychiatric facility after a psychiatric report found him unfit to stand trial for his wife's murder. KDF soldier unfit to stand trial for wife's murder Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546633/court-stops-prosecution-of-russian-woman-accused-of-assaulting-her-son 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Court stops prosecution of Russian woman accused of assaulting her son https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VVHw5GEYGKS2ILIElbjEdtsoF6pGUExSSLrq6rnw.jpg The High Court has issued orders blocking the DPP from prosecuting a Russian national embroiled in a contentious divorce and child custody dispute Court stops prosecution of Russian woman accused of assaulting her son Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546634/kenya-receives-four-rare-endangered-mountain-bongos-in-bid-to-boost-survival 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Kenya receives four rare endangered Mountain Bongos in bid to boost survival https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AdXWDVnE7O3SFvLXU0hL48cguZqmknVR14sVwBD2.jpg The mountain bongo, Africa’s largest forest antelope, is listed as Critically Endangered on the International Union for Conservation of Nature Red List. Kenya receives four rare endangered Mountain Bongos in bid to boost survival Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001546635/notorious-mombasa-bhang-dealer-nabbed 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Notorious Mombasa bhang dealer nabbed https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pkN8MMlOTGz246wpHzys9GwuFRqb2jIEDKKyJtZL.jpg Police in Mombasa have arrested a man they say is a notorious drug trafficker who has been evading their dragnet for a long time. Notorious Mombasa bhang dealer nabbed Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001546637/new-bill-seeks-to-change-approach-of-handling-disaster-in-nairobi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 New Bill seeks to change approach of handling disaster in Nairobi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/b3mHlEJVOrlfe5Wc541wPsTbjOUn3wHbjPIDEweC.jpg The policy will guide Nairobi’s disaster management efforts for the next decade, with reviews scheduled every ten years or earlier if major events or emerging risks demand adjustments. New Bill seeks to change approach of handling disaster in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001546638/alliance-girls-board-faces-disbandment-over-inflated-fees 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Alliance Girls board faces disbandment over inflated fees https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5cMQKzLjKZzyLDUtFMoHtXXCBkKj4MYojwf5jHgO.jpg The Education Ministry recommends dissolution of Alliance Girls’ Board of Management after revelations it approved an inflated Sh120,000 school fee instead of approved Sh53,554; probe ongoing. Alliance Girls board faces disbandment over inflated fees Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546639/court-told-how-forest-rangers-broke-into-kdf-soldiers-home-and-stole-items 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Court told how forest rangers broke into KDF soldier's home and stole items https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pBkAXJI9tJezON4vmsx8xGQdwPmNvU06x72PvFyK.jpg They are charged with breaking into a store at his homestead before allegedly stealing property valued at Sh199,640. Court told how forest rangers broke into KDF soldier's home and stole items Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001546641/elders-threaten-to-curse-luo-politicians-who-want-ps-raymond-omollo-sacked 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Elders threaten to curse Luo politicians who want PS Raymond Omollo sacked https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OfdpQMDP7DBNIXKZ2wirIjNnCsbdxUYLISwcWAKz.jpg A group of elders in Ndhiwa sub-county has threatened to curse some ODM leaders from Nyanza who want sons of Homa Bay County with appointive jobs sacked. Elders threaten to curse Luo politicians who want PS Raymond Omollo sacked Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546643/human-right-defenders-want-one-term-limit-for-nominated-mcas 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Human right defenders want one-term limit for nominated MCAs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/scUTTGKUTCQazuxmjon3RKgPFNp9qQkaq7wvxyTq.jpg The three argue that although nominations were created to give opportunities to the marginalized groups and communities. Human right defenders want one-term limit for nominated MCAs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546644/senate-uncovers-ghost-municipalities-and-financial-mess 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Senate uncovers ghost Municipalities and financial mess https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9rPTdJWZQUE27BfI55sTZtKvo1SWLZFNXaUOppEa.jpg A report by the Senate County Public Investment and Special Funds Committee shows that the Municipalities had unsupported or undisclosed property and plant and equipment. Senate uncovers ghost Municipalities and financial mess Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546646/only-9-percent-of-kplc-last-mile-connectivity-complete 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Only 9 percent of KPLC last mile connectivity complete https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0RJFslf93z4rl6ARwWnPO8S1qj9Wm45KXUlJx8On.jpg Law makers raise concern over slow implementation of rural electrification . Only 9 percent of KPLC last mile connectivity complete Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001546647/elders-dismiss-karen-nyamu-coronation-as-a-nyakinyua 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Elders dismiss Karen Nyamu coronation as a Nyakinyua https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IoFjtiPI4slbZaLjvYiSjFU7bbwrWw6vQEWG08PW.jpg Kikuyu elders have dismissed the coronation of Nominated senator Karen Nyamu as a political gimmick, falling short of traditions. Elders dismiss Karen Nyamu coronation as a Nyakinyua Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001546648/travellers-beach-hotel-wins-case-against-nairobi-lawyer-in-a-security-identification-drama 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Travellers Beach Hotel wins' case against Nairobi lawyer in a security identification drama https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mz3xIcQKDTBVRCdjRnfQ4F3Xp78WfDM1Koh8PD87.jpg James Njogu and Grace Malila sued the five-star hotel for selectively asking them to identify themselves while other races passed freely. Travellers Beach Hotel wins' case against Nairobi lawyer in a security identification drama Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001546650/thwake-dam-delays-cost-tax-payers-billions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Thwake dam delays cost tax payers billions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/N5uWHnV81otN7etwXzSAxcu7uNXTx0gJ3LGXTLmo.jpg Audit flags costly delays in Thwake Dam, with project overruns hitting Sh48.9B and raising legal and financial concerns. Thwake dam delays cost tax payers billions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546652/ruto-rewards-sawe-sh8m-car-for-breaking-london-marathon-record 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Ruto rewards Sawe Sh8m, car for breaking London marathon record https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/StJRd8882OYrkg1FEaENEKliez1RroqghxnCUhjC.jpg Government awards Sh8 million and a car to world record marathon holder Sabastian Sawe after historic sub-two-hour London Marathon victory in 1:59:30. Ruto rewards Sawe Sh8m, car for breaking London marathon record Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546653/athletes-urged-to-trademark-brands-to-boost-the-countrys-economy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Athletes urged to trademark brands to boost the country's economy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Kjh9UrbaVtCrfLGGfpMRGTS8Jrz6qFiyRctfAyJq.jpg Athletes have been urged to register their brands and develop merchandise to strengthen the country’s economy and support the growth of SMEs. Athletes urged to trademark brands to boost the country's economy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001546654/clergy-want-webuye-kitale-highway-expanded 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Clergy want Webuye-Kitale highway expanded https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Dq4EvlsZUsu1tlJeqjj9SRG1PaNjVMJgn8iDY8FI.webp Clergy in Bungoma urge government to act on road safety along Webuye–Kitale highway after deadly accidents. Clergy want Webuye-Kitale highway expanded Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546657/we-are-not-aware-senators-claim-kept-in-dark-on-truce-with-governors 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 "We are not aware": Senators claim kept in dark on truce with governors https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4nvQ5YOIuWQPNvk3Hd8sq4ANUmKyF2wcsa2MNaPy.jpg  There was a storm in the Senate following a truce reached between the House leadership and the Council of Governors on Monday "We are not aware": Senators claim kept in dark on truce with governors Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546660/sifuna-signals-opposition-unity-bid-to-oust-ruto-in-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Sifuna signals opposition unity bid to oust Ruto in 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jZDkRvFzdjXFTMXUh8KtCcECj5L0BZGbousj4N1u.jpg Embattled ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna now says the only formula for removing President William Ruto from office in 2027 is a single united opposition coalition. Sifuna signals opposition unity bid to oust Ruto in 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546662/april-inflation-rate-rises-to-56pc-as-food-fuel-and-fares-surge 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 April inflation rate rises to 5.6pc as food, fuel and fares surge https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sNMvzIHjmeTYD6XGwSKs038k9oyEK6vBDsHjFJAG.jpg Kenya’s inflation rate rises to 5.6 per cent in April from 4.4pc in March, driven by higher fuel, transport and food costs, KNBS says. April inflation rate rises to 5.6pc as food, fuel and fares surge Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/america/article/2001546663/press-freedom-at-lowest-level-in-25-years-rsf 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years: RSF https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/c2UT37g402DkjppoXeYyyMUmRnSS37UrFRiRaJmH.jpg Press freedom has fallen to its lowest level in a quarter of a century, Reporters Without Borders warned on Thursday. Press freedom at lowest level in 25 years: RSF Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001546664/turkana-residents-want-water-health-prioritised-in-county-budget 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Turkana residents want water, health prioritised in county budget https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YlvXVL3enpug3KCRBZ0R4iTCKlkPZ6HvQDvos8jC.jpg Residents said that despite years of planning, families still walk long distances to find clean water, even as the health sector remains a pipe dream. Turkana residents want water, health prioritised in county budget Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/america/article/2001546665/mamdani-calls-on-king-charles-to-return-koh-i-noor-diamond 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Mamdani calls on King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iKKTg9G3A9FH4TXNdWiGtfSWehUQ3mXa5VUZzGNq.jpg New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani called for King Charles to "return" the prized Koh-i-Noor diamond, which the British Empire took from the Indian in 1800s. Mamdani calls on King Charles to return Koh-i-Noor diamond Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546666/wanjigi-calls-for-freeze-of-treasurys-sh150bn-shadow-account 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Wanjigi calls for freeze of Treasury's Sh150bn 'shadow account' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RIC5trBey2TafaUYPISFZG6mC00CGEhQWE0Ylctz.jpg Businessman Jimi Wanjigi has demanded a freeze on a Sh150.7 billion sovereign bond account, which he says the National Treasury is hiding outside the Consolidated Fund. Wanjigi calls for freeze of Treasury's Sh150bn 'shadow account' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001546667/irans-supreme-leader-defies-us-blockade-as-oil-prices-soar 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Iran's supreme leader defies US blockade as oil prices soar https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Gy4CJFrLflTYrgxDA2lVe6PMUUy5WGdqqqd9VVVt.jpg Iran's supreme leader declared that the US had suffered a shameful defeat, defiantly rejecting a warning from President Trump that US naval blockade could be enforced for months to come. Iran's supreme leader defies US blockade as oil prices soar Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001546668/cambodia-deports-more-than-600-thais-linked-to-cyberscams-minister 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Cambodia deports more than 600 Thais linked to cyberscams: minister https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xoTj8OqlDKYGuKbgb2VPw3GDEhh2k45J2ZUk7Z3D.jpg Cambodia deported more than 600 Thais allegedly involved in online scams on Thursday, the information minister said, part of a crackdown against the multibillion-dollar illicit industry. Cambodia deports more than 600 Thais linked to cyberscams: minister Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001546669/whats-next-for-opec-after-the-uaes-withdrawal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 What's next for OPEC after the UAE's withdrawal? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OtK8t6TPOGcA9f09NxKwXQUaGCarIdlEdQd4GgPF.jpg The exit of the UAE from OPEC and OPEC+ starting in May has cast doubts over the Saudi-led cartel's future after losing its fourth largest producer and further strains the Gulf rivals ties. What's next for OPEC after the UAE's withdrawal? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001546671/wajir-races-to-complete-projects-ahead-of-madaraka-day 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Wajir races to complete projects ahead of Madaraka Day https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7ZYixhckomTHM4pUlDrIS506fxsPKV2JfMpXIKsn.jpg The town of Wajir is undergoing major transformation as Kenya prepares to mark this year’s Madaraka Day celebrations in the county for the first time. Wajir races to complete projects ahead of Madaraka Day Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546672/report-exposes-the-silent-crisis-facing-women-journalists-in-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Report exposes the silent crisis facing women journalists in Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7WQ8aeODcB7fJUR18Z0JlnWCFfKvS0W5GJ1y9k1a.jpg A new report by AMWIK reveals that sexual harassment remains a persistent issue, shaping not just how women work, but whether they stay in the profession at all. Report exposes the silent crisis facing women journalists in Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/explainers/article/2001546674/whats-next-after-unrealised-us-iran-islamabad-talks-20 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 What's next after unrealised US-Iran Islamabad talks 2.0? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Os8JRHabb9q15vVdzkbAg9ua7u9GIc9x5eOygoGV.jpg Stalled US-Iran talks signal a shift to indirect diplomacy and economic pressure, with the ceasefire holding but tensions persisting over Hormuz and key disputes. What's next after unrealised US-Iran Islamabad talks 2.0? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001546676/extend-voter-listing-city-youth-urge-iebc 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Extend voter listing, city youth urge IEBC https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qZuaYEPM8blpJtF4xXjbEWnxYOD3shcb7X3lThD7.png Weather disruptions and long queues among major reasons why they want exercises extended. Extend voter listing, city youth urge IEBC Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546680/iebc-decries-budget-constraints-security-challenges-after-missing-registration-target 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 IEBC decries budget constraints, security challenges after missing registration target https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7A7UQqm3WKkfIflNSi92yHoIeXtxvIOfAMBOCGoq.jpg IEBC fell short of continuous voter registration target by 154,524 voters, chairperson Ethekon says at least 2.3 million new voters registered between March 30 and April 28. IEBC decries budget constraints, security challenges after missing registration target Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001546682/architects-bill-sparks-debate-over-regulation-authority-and-public-safety 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Architects Bill sparks debate over regulation, authority, and public safety https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5gcvIs22giavxYe7R8uCqqWCp4aWUR9DtqtCJB8Z.jpg Concerns have intensified around the working conditions of architects, who say they shoulder heavy responsibility without equivalent authority.  Architects Bill sparks debate over regulation, authority, and public safety Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546684/faulu-attributes-profitability-to-revenue-diversification 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Faulu attributes profitability to revenue diversification https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/CNSeFprV9G0OPUAQpk9lIW0IJMPrgsGICiMHWATW.jpg Chief Executive Officer Julius Ouma said this was made possible through disciplined cost management and a strategic shift towards MSME financing. Faulu attributes profitability to revenue diversification Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001546687/govt-relaxes-fuel-standards-to-avert-shortages-amid-global-supply-strain 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Govt relaxes fuel standards to avert shortages amid global supply strain https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6mmeoPRBddTtSVH3hhs3ILeFgVrkD5RdreeoOBL7.jpg The CS said the measure is temporary and intended to ensure continued fuel availability and sustain economic stability. Govt relaxes fuel standards to avert shortages amid global supply strain Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001546689/maraga-dont-elect-ruto-he-will-mess-up-this-country-irreparably 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Maraga: Don't elect Ruto, he will mess up this country irreparably https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZbwAefyhY2qpccis7mCfJEobHxQjxsS8AzFnooxJ.jpg UGM presidential aspirant David Maraga has warned that re-electing President William Ruto in 2027 could worsen governance. Maraga: Don't elect Ruto, he will mess up this country irreparably Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001546706/ruto-pledges-end-to-deaths-at-nithi-bridge-with-sh7bn-redesign 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Ruto pledges end to deaths at Nithi Bridge with Sh7bn redesign https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Ckzk7kITfzFudKp6zG3YzXpD2ApeKMGkfqBYzuWF.jpg The government has launched a Sh7 billion redesign of the Nithi Bridge in Tharaka Nithi County, targeting a stretch that has killed hundreds over decades. Ruto pledges end to deaths at Nithi Bridge with Sh7bn redesign Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001546713/kenyas-digital-boom-opens-door-to-cybercrime-expert-warns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Kenya's digital boom opens door to cybercrime, expert warns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zdChzunxBZF7OXpQRi0ss98Of39dI4jdCwvrjVJJ.jpg Kenya’s push to become a digital economy leader is exposing businesses and institutions to rising cyber threats as more services move online, a cyber security expert has warned. Kenya's digital boom opens door to cybercrime, expert warns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001546717/kiambu-county-mca-to-pay-golf-club-sh3m-for-property-destruction-in-lease-battle 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Kiambu County, MCA to pay golf club Sh3m for property destruction in lease battle https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3SIkDCvUEHmUdWlmrXXzkey4xBcYqaFw7rJfgWyw.jpg The Environment and Land Court has barred Kiambu County from demanding 20 acres of land from private members gold club. Kiambu County, MCA to pay golf club Sh3m for property destruction in lease battle Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001546719/abuse-of-retired-bright-too-much-says-chelseas-bompastor 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Abuse of retired Bright 'too much', says Chelsea's Bompastor https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/n5dsCsZwQsp7hLTxSzGp0g9Xp71LsZkURDPcD4a1.jpg Chelsea women's boss Sonia Bompastor said retired Blues captain Millie Bright should be celebrated after revealing the mental struggles caused by the abuse she has faced. Abuse of retired Bright 'too much', says Chelsea's Bompastor Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001546720/us-sanctions-dr-congo-ex-leader-kabila-over-rebel-ties 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 US sanctions DR Congo ex-leader Kabila over rebel ties https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/i66S3RUV8Eq7kdHue0m1htxCjU8oKh1KKZ2qlvpH.jpg The US has slapped sanctions on the DRC's long-serving former President Joseph Kabila, backing allegations he has assisted Rwandan-linked rebels who have seized vast parts of his country. US sanctions DR Congo ex-leader Kabila over rebel ties Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001546721/iraqi-pm-designate-says-trump-invited-him-to-us-once-govt-formed 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-30 Iraqi PM-designate says Trump invited him to US once govt formed https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jZW7Vk2czfvsywWYX2fzXumteLgjFkzuH8GgquT8.jpg Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi received a call from US President Donald Trump, who congratulated him on his nomination and invited him to the US once his government is formed. Iraqi PM-designate says Trump invited him to US once govt formed Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke 2026-05-01 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/4/business 0.9 2026-05-01 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/1/counties 0.9 2026-05-01 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/588/national 0.9 2026-05-01 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/3/politics 0.9 2026-05-01 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/198/politics 0.9 2026-05-01 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/5/world 0.9 2026-05-01 ;