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Ruto's man gets chairmanship of two state corporation

Former Eldoret East MP Joseph Kipchumba Lagat, a close ally of President William Ruto, has been appointed chairman of two state corporations.

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How Adani is plotting comeback after losing Sh258b JKIA deal

The Kenya Airports Authority unveiled a 20-year blueprint for the transformation of JKIA, but the ambitious plan has revived concerns that Adani Group could be returning through the back door.

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How staff, outsider at Moi Hospital stole Sh10 million from patients

Patients at MTRH paid bills, believing money went into official government accounts, only for the suspects to divert the money, exposing serious eCitizen platform security flaws.

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In the spirit of Ramadhan: UAE sends emergency food supplies to Kenya

The United Arab Emirates has sent 30 tonnes of emergency food supplies to Kenya in an effort to cushion families bearing the brunt of the prolonged drought

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Human rights crusader Mugambi Kiai dies after battle with kidney failure

Human rights defender Mugambi Kiai dies after battle with kidney failure, family confirms; he was brother to former KNCHR boss Maina Kiai.

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Bomas: Shadowy project minting taxpayers' billions

Questions are mounting over how billions of taxpayers’ money are being spent in the controversial Bomas of Kenya redevelopment project.

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Ruto's security breach raises eyebrows on safety of President

Security concerns have intensified after a man breached protocol and ran towards President William Ruto during a public event at Wajir Stadium, prompting swift intervention by his security team.

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Inside the Presidential security detail

Protecting the President involves layered security protocols, from advanced reconnaissance teams and sniper cover to plainclothes officers, perimeter police, and the elite Presidential Security Unit.

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From Sifuna's removal to mass exodus: Inside Ruto's hand in ODM capture

President William Ruto's hand in the unfolding sequence of explosive events in the ODM party, including the ouster of Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, has been openly evident.

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No one seems to know Salah but his shadow looms large in ODM

ODM insiders and Ida Odinga have all claimed they don't know Oketch Salah. The burly political aspirant burst into the limelight after the death of Raila Odinga.

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From illness to unpaid bills and court case: Inside Gen Karangi's crumbling empire

A decorated military officer, Julius Karangi joined the Kenya Air Force in 1973. He trained as a cadet in the United Kingdom and was commissioned as an officer in 1974.

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How Azimio's revival has pushed ODM into legal traps

ODM could soon find itself in a serious dilemma because of its legally binding affiliation to former President Uhuru Kenyatta’s Azimio One Kenya Coalition

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Why Trump is at war with General Muhoozi

A social media post by Uganda’s military chief targeting the family of a leading opposition figure has triggered a diplomatic rebuke from a senior US senator, threatening a shift in relations.

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Ida's UNEP appointment sparks praise and alarm

The appointment, announced by Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, is intended to crown Ida’s lifetime of advocacy.

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UAE contributes $5m to support humanitarian response in Sudan

The United Arab Emirates has pledged a contribution of $5 million to support the Sudan Humanitarian Fund.

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The link between Ben Gethi and NYS corruption riddles

Court filings and an October 2020 multi-agency verification report shows that EACC was deeply involved in the inter-agency deliberations that scrutinised the NYS pending bills.

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Bloodshed and repression as Museveni wins

The re-election of Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni was marred by the deaths of at least 20 people.

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No arrests yet on brutal act by rogue police in Nandi incidence

No arrests have been made 24 hours after Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen ordered that rogue police officers who attacked residents of Nandi Hills last week be apprehended and charged.

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Firm accuses police of inaction in Malindi land dispute

A company has protested over failure by the police to resolve a case where their land in Malindi town has been occupied by a stranger.

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'President' Owalo: Is he Ruto's rival or playing hidden card?

Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo was the first to publicly play down former Deputy Chief of Staff Eliud Owalo’s declaration that he would contest the presidency in 2027.

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Why opposition is wary over IEBC's polls system

Opposition leaders say the Smartmatic technology will be used to rig the 2027 polls

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We stand with you: The Standard speaks for Kenyans when no one else will

We publish definitive investigation stories and every detail of our journalism has been vindicated.

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Kindiki can be dropped from Ruto's line-up, Kuria says Gachagua insensitive

Ex-Gatundu South MP believes ODM has a bright future precisely because of Gachagua. He says Kenya Kwanza scores a pathetic ‘E’ because there is no money circulating.

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Is Sudan's RSF next target on Trump's hit list?

Kenya's diplomatic dance with the RSF adds a complex layer to regional security matters. RSF has been implicated in a series of horrific atrocities against non-Muslims in Sudan.

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Inside Molo MP Kuria Kimani's Sh10.5m Mercedes-Benz dispute

The saga began in June 2024 when Re-Lease sold the vehicle to a car dealer, Luxx Windsor Motors Limited, for Sh10.5 million.  

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No money, no merry: Why Kenyans won't celebrate

The Infotrak survey shows that 42 per cent of Kenyans think the country is headed in the wrong direction.

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Sick, untreated and unsafe: The plight of KNH patients

Kenya’s premier hospital is grappling with serious shortages including reagents and food.

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UAE sends aid to flood-hit Sri Lanka, days after Sh71 billion UN pledge

During the forum, the UAE had immediately announced a $550 million (Sh71 billion) pledge to the UN’s 2026 Global Humanitarian Overview.

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DCI widen probe into Jirongo's death as autopsy set to be done

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations has launched a comprehensive probe into the tragic road accident that claimed the life of former Lugari Member of Parliament Cyrus Jirongo.

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Post-mortem date for Cyrus Jirongo to be decided today

The family, friends and funeral committee will decide on the matter today (Tuesday).

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Questions mount over Jirongo's death after forensic audit disputes police narrative

Witnesses at the scene described a grisly impact, with the German luxury saloon car suffering catastrophic front-end damage.

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Cyrus Jirongo: Brilliant man who lived for politics, money and all the fine things in life

At 35, he was a multi-millionaire with ambitions for the Lugari parliamentary seat. Despite being riddled with bankruptcy cases, Jirongo was generous to a fault.

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From Singapore to 6th largest economy, Ruto's old promises to transform Kenya

In his Jamhuri speech, President Ruto repeated his dream of Kenya’s goal of attaining Singapore’s first-world status. Experts poured cold water on what they see as the President’s empty talk.

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UAE pledges Sh71 billion to UN Humanitarian Fund as US cuts funding

The pledge is in line with the directives of UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

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The Ritz Carlton: High-end luxury resort stirring up rage in the Mara

The Ritz-Carlton safari camp has become a battleground between a community that insists it’s protecting the Mara and capitalists who believe in bringing in tourism dollars.

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The mystery gold exports to UAE

Kenya is exporting up to 42 tonnes of gold to the United Arab Emirates a rise of almost 13 tonnes from last year.

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Suspect health deal: Why Ruto-Trump data agreement raises eyebrows

Kenya has agreed to share its health data with the US for Sh200 billion investments. Experts warn Kenya got the short end of the stick and should renegotiate it.

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Inside Sh10 billion feud fracturing Vipingo Ridge

The wealthiest in Kenya live in this exclusive community, so do members of the royal family from an Arab nation.

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How disputed SHA land, ghost project cost taxpayers Sh1.5 billion

The deal leaves behind a trail of forged documents, questionable payments and a 21-year-old case.

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Centre of excellence was initiated 17 years ago as a Kenya Vision 2030 flagship project

Ministry of Medical Services identified the envisaged resource centre as one of the flagship projects for realisation of the Kenya Vision 2030 in the Health Sector.

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