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Femicide cases expose deepening crisis of violence against women

Persistent gender-based violence and harmful traditions targeting women and girls are driving renewed campaigns to push communities to abandon the practices.
By David Njaaga 2026-03-08 10:24:00
Voters in Isiolo, Kakamega and Embu counties went to the polls Thursday in by-elections marked by a sibling rivalry in Isiolo South and allegations of violence in West Kabras ward.
By David Njaaga 2026-02-26 11:37:42
Murang’a ranked top county for job creation, automation and fast delivery of E-Government services, scores 98 per cent in Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat survey; Wajir trails at 28 per cent.
By Denis Omondi 2026-02-24 16:03:53
More than 2.27 million children will receive direct water, sanitation and hygiene services across 18 counties by 2030 under a new development plan.
By Benard Orwongo 2026-02-11 20:21:00
Coast Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno has warned criminals operating in the coastal region that police will not hesitate to use firearms where the law allows.
By Esther Nyambura 2026-02-07 19:20:04
Chuka Girls High School closed indefinitely following protests by some parents demanding removal of Chief Principal Joan Muchina over alleged poor performance, among other issues.
By Phares Mutembei 2026-01-31 16:36:16
Homa Bay County has launched a women-led sanitary pad manufacturing factory aimed at addressing period poverty, reducing school absenteeism among girls and creating jobs for women.
By Esther Nyambura 2026-01-30 18:55:00
The Committee Chairperson Senator Godfrey Osotsi said that the counties have got no option but to comply with the urban areas and Cities act
By Edwin Nyarangi 2026-01-21 06:25:00
Camels seek for pastures in Moyale in Marsabit County where drought has adversely affected the pastoralist’s community due to failed rains. [Antony Gitonga, Standard]
By Antony Gitonga 2026-01-15 13:37:31
Investigations into the fatal shooting of Dennis Ringa Swaleh, 14, in Kisauni, Mombasa, ongoing; IPOA says key witnesses interviewed and postmortem conducted.
By Esther Nyambura 2026-01-06 17:01:44
CoG has urged National Treasury CS John Mbadi to comply with the resolution they passed with President William Ruto to release all the expenses related to wages and deductions.
By Bernard Lusigi 2025-12-17 06:00:00
Calls for improved security ahead of the Christmas festivities, alleged unfulfilled promises by the government, and unity dominated speeches as Kenyans convened in counties.
By Standard Team 2025-12-13 00:00:00