https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553922/president-at-crossroads-rutos-2027-balancing-act-as-alliances-shift-political-storms-gather 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 President at crossroads: Ruto's 2027 balancing act as alliances shift, political storms gather https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4yTALmKdgm0MeblwdMiMGgHFWNjmqIySFUr8Ki94.jpg President William Ruto faces mounting political pressure ahead of the 2027 election as shifting regional loyalties, ODM demands, and the rise of Edwin Sifuna complicate his re-election strategy. President at crossroads: Ruto's 2027 balancing act as alliances shift, political storms gather Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553890/kindiki-loses-key-intergovernmental-role-to-mudavadi-in-rutos-shake-up 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Kindiki loses key intergovernmental role to Mudavadi in Ruto's shake-up https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/P1JiFedjvtBmOrxq0IBVsFSrxbgGqE6ukSfw4XGr.jpg President William Ruto has reassigned responsibility for implementing the Intergovernmental Relations Act from Deputy President Kithure Kindiki to Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. Kindiki loses key intergovernmental role to Mudavadi in Ruto's shake-up Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001553895/why-kenyas-digital-infrastructure-is-failing-to-deliver-stronger-economic-growth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Why Kenya's digital infrastructure is failing to deliver stronger economic growth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EuhtZhhX4jT4SV5PsFqiSCqAtWdoHpxu6MVAqMh5.jpg A new report says Kenya must complement investment in digital infrastructure with stronger digital platforms, skills and institutions. Why Kenya's digital infrastructure is failing to deliver stronger economic growth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001553910/rutos-fresh-headache-houthi-red-sea-blockade-sends-fuel-import-costs-soaring 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Ruto's fresh headache: Houthi Red Sea blockade sends fuel import costs soaring https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xhWUYjkpDbG5KdSVArPfvubkEwNHUMgrC5QBeIyY.jpg Rising Middle East tensions and Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping routes have pushed up global oil prices, creating fresh pressure on President William Ruto’s government. Ruto's fresh headache: Houthi Red Sea blockade sends fuel import costs soaring Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001553912/common-currency-by-2031-eac-revives-single-currency-push-as-central-banks-turn-to-gold 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Common currency by 2031? EAC revives single currency push as central banks turn to gold https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/c7gkJe8taFXNkHJafv7LVZqD8AO7YqgCYI9zI3w0.jpg East African central bank governors have renewed efforts to launch a single regional currency by 2031 while strengthening economic resilience through reserve diversification. Common currency by 2031? EAC revives single currency push as central banks turn to gold Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553915/follow-kenyan-law-or-pack-up-leaders-tell-uk-over-batuk-license-snag 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-28 Follow Kenyan law or pack up, leaders tell UK over BATUK license snag https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FMBCgMujZUvuy61UfGPCPRupAQ5CIdDnBv8c5zAc.jpg Laikipia leaders are demanding that the UK respect Kenyan law, create more local opportunities and address accountability concerns before the BATUK defence agreement is approved. Follow Kenyan law or pack up, leaders tell UK over BATUK license snag Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-28 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001553920/matiangi-holds-talks-with-top-us-diplomat-susan-burns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Matiang'i holds talks with top US diplomat Susan Burns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5XeDkWoyGqeX9081QscfyaClv0WMjL5WBx97wO7p.jpg Former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i met US Chargé d'Affaires Susan Burns for talks on Kenya's development priorities and bilateral relations amid growing speculation over his 2027 presidential bid. Matiang'i holds talks with top US diplomat Susan Burns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001553770/vote-cost 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Vote cost https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1LhPwC2f0zKVlxaGVTEF5BO2xaa7OPClArpUrET6.jpg Vote cost Vote cost Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553808/dead-or-alive-mystery-of-kenyan-feared-dead-in-ukraine 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Dead or alive? Mystery of Kenyan feared dead in Ukraine https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zV920dreBVvtJQjLZavU8m1X4QQxAmewFz7e5pUx.jpg The family of the first Kenyan that Ukraine reported killed on the Russian war front has been receiving conflicting information from the state about the matter. Dead or alive? Mystery of Kenyan feared dead in Ukraine Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001553811/ogieks-fight-for-community-land-rights-has-seen-historic-decades-long-battles-finally-pay-off 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Ogiek's fight for community land rights has seen historic, decades-long battles finally pay off https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/36HM1J0iLK6CZ0VvgBr7zguZTopZiCIuhkk4FDrh.jpg After decades of forced evictions and legal battles, the Ogiek community of Chepkitale has secured a landmark court victory restoring its ancestral land rights. Ogiek's fight for community land rights has seen historic, decades-long battles finally pay off Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553812/dangerous-dementia-myths-to-unlearn 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Dangerous dementia myths to unlearn https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zWaje3UQPkp1JgXICtEEt3aebLjFe4SOOc6n2NA8.jpg Dementia is not a normal part of aging or a single disease, but a group of brain disorders that affect memory, thinking, behavior, and daily functioning. Dangerous dementia myths to unlearn Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553814/nakuru-to-set-up-sh120m-modern-disaster-and-emergency-centre-in-naivasha 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Nakuru to set up Sh120m modern disaster and emergency centre in Naivasha https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HWY6xrh71VwES9oX6zXEN2pMij1rhqMclpbJDqFt.jpg Nakuru County will invest Sh120 million in the first phase of a modern disaster and emergency centre in Naivasha to improve fire, flood and lake rescue response. Nakuru to set up Sh120m modern disaster and emergency centre in Naivasha Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553815/garlic-and-cholesterol-can-kenyas-favorite-kitchen-staple-really-protect-your-heart 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Garlic and cholesterol: Can Kenyas favorite kitchen staple really protect your heart? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1ii2IWwMfsvbz56wdEvhGrSchqdiwWHdp8O8skp3.jpg Garlic may offer modest cardiovascular benefits, especially for people with high cholesterol, but it should not replace prescribed medications or a healthy lifestyle. Garlic and cholesterol: Can Kenyas favorite kitchen staple really protect your heart? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-opinion/article/2001553817/why-age-doesnt-tell-the-whole-story 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Why age doesn't tell the whole story https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/on9mkYqMAs877adTE8xtOasTDwet54Snhff94WRt.jpg Brain health is shaped throughout life by factors such as education, cardiovascular health, social connections, and living conditions, rather than by age alone. Why age doesn't tell the whole story Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553819/shadow-of-impunity-how-years-of-alleged-atrocities-finally-led-to-batuks-departure-from-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Shadow of impunity: How years of alleged atrocities finally led to BATUK's departure from Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LiREQtsUafNOvMKRn6k4ijwRhn0HmvofCJbAlOMK.jpg Britain has moved a major military exercise from Kenya to Tanzania after Kenya withheld BATUK training licences. Shadow of impunity: How years of alleged atrocities finally led to BATUK's departure from Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553820/years-of-waiting-one-machine-thousands-of-lives 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Years of waiting, one machine, thousands of lives https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/f7liT1iQYHNBh2MkeuJ5XFFsK4ayj1NXmSYb7dSP.jpg Kenyan patients living with severe heart disease now have hope through the installation of a modern heart-lung machine at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) in Kisumu. Years of waiting, one machine, thousands of lives Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553822/kenyas-push-to-change-public-perception-of-neurological-disorders 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Kenya's push to change public perception of neurological disorders https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/b6cWoEvj8CBBsWORZThFI3rIQDgOtWAlNDeVXZS6.jpg Stigma and discrimination often create barriers to healthcare, education, employment, and social inclusion for people living with conditions such as epilepsy, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Kenya's push to change public perception of neurological disorders Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-and-environment/article/2001553824/grassroots-conservation-groups-sound-alarm-ion-widespread-biodiversity-destruction 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Grassroots conservation groups sound alarm ion widespread Biodiversity destruction https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Nbp13AjcavMtpNr58OuAgj5kTJDTplfWZW4OHsKb.jpg Infrastructure development, industrial agriculture, mining, tourism, and commercial projects are encroaching on ecologically sensitive habitats due to weak environmental enforcement. Grassroots conservation groups sound alarm ion widespread Biodiversity destruction Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553825/reincarnation-sifunas-rise-fuels-raila-successor-debate 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Reincarnation: Sifuna's rise fuels Raila successor debate https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4oumPmJwXh0QCKNmbt9lecob8iYk4klEx5XIrKPI.jpg Edwin Sifuna used the Linda Mwananchi tour of Western Kenya to position himself as a potential presidential challenger. Reincarnation: Sifuna's rise fuels Raila successor debate Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553828/explain-where-money-for-free-university-education-will-come-from 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Explain where money for free university education will come from https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/a1cEidrErQy5Gv4rkUCzSBFukghSu2CO3vsS1FGW.jpg Without a proper and clear management, the announcement risk being viewed as a political strategy for 2027 elections rather than realistic policy commitment. Explain where money for free university education will come from Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001553829/the-hurricane-how-sifunas-wave-is-shaking-mulembe-politics 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 The hurricane: How Sifuna's wave is shaking Mulembe politics https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LjhQYmkTpRMRXJoJKWDIDZdhL0t9KyfJpTUJPhzw.jpg Edwin Sifuna's growing influence through the Linda Mwananchi movement is reshaping Western Kenya's political landscape. The hurricane: How Sifuna's wave is shaking Mulembe politics Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553831/sifuna-natembeya-inject-fresh-hope-into-luhya-politics 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Sifuna, Natembeya inject fresh hope into Luhya politics https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rQfURpIrhZbbvWU1RTxZI4B1BDj2JxkyGFkpyQnQ.jpg Luhya community has historically lacked the political unity needed to translate its large voting bloc into national leadership and explores whether Sifuna's candidacy could change that dynamic. Sifuna, Natembeya inject fresh hope into Luhya politics Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553833/peaceful-sifuna-tour-raises-questions-over-recent-wave-of-political-rally-disruptions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Peaceful Sifuna tour raises questions over recent wave of political rally disruptions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Q865jhNWNXIEJHg1UfSWBvNyE4xkAO1Jkkc6YIgB.jpg Edwin Sifuna's peaceful political tour of Western Kenya has fuelled debate over why opposition rallies elsewhere have been disrupted by violence. Peaceful Sifuna tour raises questions over recent wave of political rally disruptions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553834/the-man-of-olepolos-how-waruinge-helped-to-turn-usiu-a-into-a-word-class-university 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 The man of Olepolos: How Waruinge helped to turn USIU-A into a word class university https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gN12XCqW4nt3SHArMmbWarD99dJ3s497mGOtZJYD.jpg Bernard Chege Waruingi was a visionary who left a lasting legacy through his contributions to education, leadership, cultural preservation, and innovation. The man of Olepolos: How Waruinge helped to turn USIU-A into a word class university Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553836/where-is-kalonzo-musyoka 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Where is Kalonzo Musyoka? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AlvuutXWsqz4Ov4kMr97BdZGwYTJXTkeNmbvoZMp.jpg As the 2027 election race gathers pace, questions are growing over Kalonzo Musyoka's limited presence at grassroots political rallies. Where is Kalonzo Musyoka? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553837/of-teen-pregnancies-and-lost-dreams-inside-the-lone-burden 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Of teen pregnancies and lost dreams; inside the lone burden https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ktzHhf7uyDgmzTDeJPZARuaUUsRLu0JobgZCJegT.jpg The stories of two Kenyan teenagers highlight how adolescent pregnancy often leaves young mothers to shoulder the emotional, financial and educational burden alone. Of teen pregnancies and lost dreams; inside the lone burden Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553838/ol-kalou-by-election-has-delivered-a-message-and-it-isnt-flattering 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Ol Kalou by-election has delivered a message, and it isn't flattering https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rAcLddGipV0vE5N4FsFwee6nhB4UIJ0QylCr1aNJ.jpg Analyses of the political significance of the Ol Kalou by-election, showcase a weakness in the UDA's political strategy and challenges its narrative of broad-based national support. Ol Kalou by-election has delivered a message, and it isn't flattering Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553840/you-dont-know-me-well-rattled-ruto-hits-back-at-opposition 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 'You don't know me well': Rattled Ruto hits back at opposition https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZAdKbfDpScV6VqP3oJ47zdk0QwHwiWm9Tr7WUrXa.jpg President William Ruto dismissed the opposition as politically inexperienced during a Busia tour, insisting he would defeat them in the 2027 election. 'You don't know me well': Rattled Ruto hits back at opposition Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553841/when-did-the-rain-begin-washing-away-the-university 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 When did the rain begin washing away the university? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1okec90tt7XcwZGrENssQFvLXSORM1A3oekzK52X.jpg Universities have gradually shifted away from their core mission of scholarship, intellectual freedom, and knowledge creation toward excessive bureaucracy and administrative control. When did the rain begin washing away the university? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001553842/scrap-metal-dealers-decry-police-harassment-ask-for-intervention 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Scrap metal dealers decry police harassment, ask for intervention https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VCTIazVMor3g5Obn4Lkp1c3yRHqV8IJYLjSCdILs.jpg Scrap metal dealers in Kenya have accused police of harassment, arbitrary arrests and unlawful seizures, calling for government intervention to protect legitimate businesses. Scrap metal dealers decry police harassment, ask for intervention Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553843/world-hepatitis-day-why-not-every-tattoo-tells-a-good-story 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 World Hepatitis Day: Why not every tattoo tells a good story https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ijtyKxUQ1XsvXQVXYzHVy149ETrwnOvQDZHJyuCI.png While body art can be a form of self-expression, poor hygiene practices such as using contaminated equipment or unsterilised needles can expose individuals to serious liver infections. World Hepatitis Day: Why not every tattoo tells a good story Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553845/ebola-outbreak-nears-3000-cases-as-south-sudan-spread-raises-kenya-border-concerns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Ebola outbreak nears 3,000 cases as South Sudan spread raises Kenya border concerns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GOIdrj9AUfYU2h9IQeBGaoaWX04Uu0wn4xNVYa5e.jpg The Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola outbreak is approaching 3,000 confirmed cases. Ebola outbreak nears 3,000 cases as South Sudan spread raises Kenya border concerns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001553846/when-justice-wears-a-blindfold-and-earplugs 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 When Justice Wears a Blindfold... and Earplugs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UGKAmPR43WkeyEY4FmmSV0R91ZS7hVOJ63pfE8cv.jpg The standoff between the Judiciary and the Law Society of Kenya has reignited debate over judicial accountability. When Justice Wears a Blindfold... and Earplugs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001553847/county-workers-pension-assets-grow-to-sh68-billion 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 County workers' pension assets grow to Sh68 billion https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4brXhQPDPUAjMISQ7vO3cPfc4zXPoPxTaBT2e1kF.jpg The County Pension Fund grew its net assets to Sh68.28 billion in 2025 as membership and participating institutions increased. County workers' pension assets grow to Sh68 billion Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001553848/kcb-lift-2026-prinsloo-sevens-title 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 KCB lift 2026 Prinsloo Sevens title https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bAe4pR5ZqyYggGAmji3tCGn32UBLmmAsJhpSnuEB.jpg KCB began their National Sevens Circuit title defence in style by beating Kenya Cup champions Kabras Sugar 19-12 to win the 2026 Prinsloo Sevens title. KCB lift 2026 Prinsloo Sevens title Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553849/sakaja-political-transfer-season-starts-in-november 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Sakaja: Political transfer season starts in November https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3hiIQpEjVpfMtPAApHUgHDi9Ow1VkemSdKPDDARi.jpg Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja says the major wave of political defections is yet to begin, predicting that significant realignments ahead of the 2027 General Election will gather pace. Sakaja: Political transfer season starts in November Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553850/aladwa-defends-ig-kanja-against-gachaguas-criticism 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Aladwa defends IG Kanja against Gachagua's criticism https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/S1u3eSq3JRdQvbishjozBWiccoXkrWxCArA3kMva.jpg Makadara MP George Aladwa has defended Inspector General Douglas Kanja against allegations by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, describing the claims as baseless. Aladwa defends IG Kanja against Gachagua's criticism Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/standard-entertainment/article/2001553851/from-content-creation-to-global-fame-how-jean-ojiro-rose-to-miss-universe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 From content creation to global fame: How Jean Ojiro rose to Miss Universe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yGuwRjL7ldqXMaH5t55cGaiqd92sIGhrkiILPqPP.jpg Jean Ojiro from Kisii County was crowned Miss Universe Kenya 2026 after impressing judges with her authenticity, advocacy against gender-based violence and strong stage presence. From content creation to global fame: How Jean Ojiro rose to Miss Universe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001553853/kenya-suffer-4-0-humiliation-to-morocco-in-wafcon-opener 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Kenya suffer 4-0 humiliation to Morocco in WAFCON opener https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/v8aKKeiTuerziunaGks6gARx5iNOgzii6ABAtJRu.jpg Kenya's 2026 WAFCON campaign got off to a disappointing start after suffering a heavy 4-0 defeat to hosts Morocco in their Group A opening match. Kenya suffer 4-0 humiliation to Morocco in WAFCON opener Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001553855/good-energy-at-chelsea-as-alonso-kickstarts-reign-in-sydney 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 'Good energy' at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nUNHzevMYpw4YlJqQUI2iKkNalRaVLFyTB2xGALA.jpg Xabi Alonso said Monday there was "good energy" at Chelsea as he bids to turn around the club's fortunes, but was reluctant to say what a successful first season would look like. 'Good energy' at Chelsea as Alonso kickstarts reign in Sydney Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001553856/france-spain-battle-monster-wildfires-with-more-heat-on-the-way 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 France, Spain battle 'monster' wildfires with more heat on the way https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UXzBOXtLRrCkoBiIqGZhga31FqXbwHurY6Kz0DJW.jpg Firefighters battled massive blazes tearing through forests across France and Spain Monday, as authorities warned of a fresh heatwave set to engulf Bordeaux. France, Spain battle 'monster' wildfires with more heat on the way Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001553858/iran-halts-strikes-as-trump-gives-space-to-talks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Iran halts strikes as Trump gives space to talks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/i2i4lotI66xKfD3zAFdOKsxK3PJsZkk6IsEme6Yf.jpg Iran and the US held their fire Monday, handing Gulf shipping and the oil industry a respite from missile strikes as Donald Trump's UN envoy said the president was "giving talks some space". Iran halts strikes as Trump gives space to talks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/branding-voice/article/2001553860/self-care-as-the-first-mile-of-healthcare-in-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Self-care as the first mile of healthcare in Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WTxupXUBd9nJ08ihXn1ptD7TNyszahqmRR7T6LUy.jpg Healthcare begins at home, in schools and workplaces, in pharmacies and communities, and in the everyday decisions people make when they notice a symptom, Self-care as the first mile of healthcare in Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001553861/morocco-hand-harambee-starlets-harsh-wafcon-reality-check 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Morocco hand Harambee Starlets harsh WAFCON reality check https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/GvH0cX9nUkZ7w4utithdz0FQvlYiitKZhP3QTxn0.jpg Kenya's long-awaited return to the WAFCON ended in disappointment last night after Harambee Starlets were comfortably beaten 4-0 by hosts Morocco Morocco hand Harambee Starlets harsh WAFCON reality check Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001553862/money-or-the-box 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Money or the box? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mpENL6NJwZBjcv4r3jzfeRqFPHQ1JlDrZvMyYDTq.jpg Money or the box? Money or the box? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001553863/kma-explains-delay-in-salvaging-grounded-ship-off-nyali-beach 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 KMA explains delay in salvaging grounded ship off Nyali beach https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/skOKjv6JZtq2kYl6iVwuh8KDOoryAXiGdvj6iN1x.jpg The Kenya Maritime Authority has explained why it has taken so long for a ship that ran aground off Nyali beach in Mombasa to be salvaged amid fears it might cause oil pollution or be vandalised. KMA explains delay in salvaging grounded ship off Nyali beach Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553864/government-moves-copyright-royalties-to-ecitizen-platform 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Government moves copyright royalties to eCitizen platform https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bn1JoLkv95bx5CHu89WvEf34lEFgmpdIabt4l0zY.jpg The Government has officially migrated the collection and distribution of copyright royalties to the eCitizen platform and appointed PAVRISK to collect royalties through the digital system. Government moves copyright royalties to eCitizen platform Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001553866/pipeline-raid-kcb-bank-to-seize-kenya-cup-gong 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Pipeline raid KCB Bank to seize Kenya Cup gong https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6rRmZDFlJG3HZziJCykgXt03mDy10UusJOeMk1cI.jpg Kenya Pipeline as they beat rivals KCB Bank 3-2 to lift the 2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Women’s Kenya Cup trophy at the Kasarani Indoor Arena. Pipeline raid KCB Bank to seize Kenya Cup gong Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001553867/chemtai-bwambok-woman-defying-banditry-to-help-people-with-disabilities 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Chemtai Bwambok: Woman defying banditry to help people with disabilities https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9E5XzQ4SNF0YUygHunGBJK4SY9UvJUICrB0eELMi.jpg When bandits raid the North Rift, persons with disabilities (PWDs) are often the most disadvantaged, as they are left behind while other residents flee for their lives. Chemtai Bwambok: Woman defying banditry to help people with disabilities Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001553869/inside-kenyas-aggressive-tack-to-turn-talent-into-gold-through-cbe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Inside Kenya's aggressive tack to turn talent into gold through CBE https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NeY9ZSmInNyvGUHqh7dSuU0ow0VGwT0octrBQDE8.jpg Kenya's CBE system is transforming the country's perception of academic success by recognising sports and the arts as legitimate career pathways. Inside Kenya's aggressive tack to turn talent into gold through CBE Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553870/ag-pushes-for-election-law-reforms-to-curb-early-campaigns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 AG pushes for election law reforms to curb early campaigns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/CrifN5EMucsYIkjcBQPUjtYtvp203iMyIzpM7pfh.jpg Attorney General Dorcas Oduor has unveiled proposed election law reforms aimed at curbing premature political campaigns, as IEBC calls for collaboration to safeguard elections credibility. AG pushes for election law reforms to curb early campaigns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/golf/article/2001553871/sweet-victory-as-royal-golfer-reclaims-title 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Sweet victory as Royal golfer reclaims title https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PVe6CiqxGJ6bcp9dUMGDrQmfWokuHI5rAQXSRaD1.jpg Collins Too bounced back from missing the Kenya Swing strokeplay cut at Royal Nairobi Golf Club to win the 13th Detour Matchplay Platinum Championship at Ruiru Sports Club. Sweet victory as Royal golfer reclaims title Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553874/we-thought-it-was-firewood-officer-tells-court-in-murder-of-state-house-guard-case 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 'We thought it was firewood': Officer tells court in murder of State House guard case https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2vleQqlBUijcyCABDaRPaguLpsZL7oQvYY4aO20F.jpg A State House police officer has told the High Court that the man accused of killing a presidential guard with a bow and arrow appeared intent on targeting security officers. 'We thought it was firewood': Officer tells court in murder of State House guard case Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553875/high-court-convicts-three-in-2018-murder-of-businessman 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 High Court convicts three in 2018 murder of businessman https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Smq4g7go3xXIHIeJQXQhRIow2P88BXDn7MaOZhyh.jpg The High Court in Mombasa has found three men guilty of murdering businessman Isaac Kassim Jiraw by strangling him and later pouring acid on his body in an attempt to conceal evidence. High Court convicts three in 2018 murder of businessman Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553878/kindiki-i-will-be-rutos-running-mate-in-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Kindiki: I will be Ruto's running mate in 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tz8eJer2DUkIOQTeGScIPIsy4FJDBd5aEM3QSTdc.jpg As the race for top positions intensifies ahead of next year's General Election, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has maintained that he will remain President William Ruto's running mate. Kindiki: I will be Ruto's running mate in 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001553879/prof-john-okumu-appointed-ku-vice-chancellor 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Prof John Okumu appointed KU Vice-Chancellor https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YWO2TX6Lyr2dfMDmLGDeeB02T4zqiFfgykvI7Boi.jpg Prof John Okumu appointed as Kenyatta University substantive VC with immediate effect after emerging top candidate in a PSC recruitment process. Prof John Okumu appointed KU Vice-Chancellor Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001553880/government-reaffirms-support-for-special-needs-learners 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Government reaffirms support for Special Needs learners https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HrN2ZhMIUAC4C7ucMhPjFXOIOEcVwsvv3MnBcI3Q.jpg The government has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting inclusive education and ensuring that learners with disabilities have equal access to quality education. Government reaffirms support for Special Needs learners Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001553881/kirinyaga-women-pastors-urge-the-youths-to-shun-drugs 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Kirinyaga Women pastors urge the youths to shun drugs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uc7TQDmzL6xPQEnJp80nItL1QNQaEwne41y6rmxx.jpg Kirinyaga County Commissioner Shufaa Mwijuma calls young people to refrain drugs, while urging churches to intensify efforts to combat sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). Kirinyaga Women pastors urge the youths to shun drugs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rugby/article/2001553882/from-nfl-history-to-exile-the-fall-and-deportation-of-daniel-adongo 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 From NFL history to exile: The fall and deportation of Daniel Adongo https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8FGnoa6stTy1Z6eSBUq5gv2k1CxLgqAZCJ8cenHO.png Over the years, Daniel Adongo was arrested several times in Indiana on allegations ranging from felony intimidation and battery to disorderly conduct. From NFL history to exile: The fall and deportation of Daniel Adongo Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/golf/article/2001553883/patience-pays-off-as-oduor-captures-cbk-golf-crown-in-kisumu 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Patience pays off as Oduor captures CBK golf crown in Kisumu https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BmmBOsCC7vtIGsYMVAfkG2DOFswRI8eIlsi0WMQi.jpg Nyanza Golf Club vice captain Maurice Oduor produced a composed display to beat a strong field of golfers and win the CBK Golf Tournament that ended on Saturday in Kisumu. Patience pays off as Oduor captures CBK golf crown in Kisumu Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553884/nurse-found-guilty-of-killing-her-two-children 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Nurse found guilty of killing her two children https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/B3sq4fWOga2kBmGnyGeMgkYZ62ev3joiJffYfLNl.jpg Justice Stephen Mbungi of the High Court in Kakamega has found a mother guilty of strangling to death her two children. Nurse found guilty of killing her two children Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001553885/pirlo-bitter-over-debate-that-cost-him-italy-coaching-job 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Pirlo bitter over debate that cost him Italy coaching job https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/A1yqViau5WRM2pddO7ZwloBmm4clCQY45Y2bmY2A.jpg Former Italy playmaker Andrea Pirlo, who was favoured for the national coaching post, expressed his bitterness over the debate which has led to him no longer being a candidate. Pirlo bitter over debate that cost him Italy coaching job Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001553886/kenya-shines-at-zone-individual-chess-championship-in-ethiopia 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Kenya shines at Zone Individual Chess Championship in Ethiopia https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JJkrgAAq7Xztg9Hasliqngc4aS0fFpUz8VhSj4fU.jpg Kenya enjoyed an impressive outing at the 2026 Zone 4.4 Individual Chess Championship after its three-player team returned home with outstanding results Kenya shines at Zone Individual Chess Championship in Ethiopia Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001553887/karachuonyo-residents-urged-to-register-as-voters-to-boost-push-for-new-constituency 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Karachuonyo residents urged to register as voters to boost push for new constituency https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/MJz3h4kyB5mSBbBdKGm1MrMekTK6xZR2FVKBzQJz.jpg Residents of Karachuonyo Constituency have been told to register as voters in large numbers to enhance the chances of getting a new constituency. Karachuonyo residents urged to register as voters to boost push for new constituency Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001553888/infantino-slams-world-cup-critics-for-spreading-hate 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Infantino slams World Cup critics for 'spreading hate' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RsKnMGK0l6O42QqPTUX52KjewdRVVSIo2flizMw4.jpg FIFA president Gianni Infantino has hit back at World Cup critics, claiming they were "spreading hate and false rumours" and arguing the tournament delivered "only joy and happiness". Infantino slams World Cup critics for 'spreading hate' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553889/court-frees-eight-suspects-linked-to-kisumu-ack-church-violence 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Court frees eight suspects linked to Kisumu ACK church violence https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RUjYULJv5184Av3ZsbtUSrBQ4AamgOQobqbHdhQd.jpg Eight suspects linked to the violence that erupted at St Stephen’s ACK Cathedral in Kisumu have been released after the court ruled that there was no basis to continue holding them. Court frees eight suspects linked to Kisumu ACK church violence Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001553891/mudavadi-in-ethiopia-to-advance-kenyas-agenda-at-au-meeting 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Mudavadi in Ethiopia to advance Kenya's agenda at AU meeting https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZtoXA4kpZxETajmjxlBMyC8ERD1qWQEvURc3Rxk7.jpg Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Musalia Mudavadi has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Mudavadi in Ethiopia to advance Kenya's agenda at AU meeting Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001553893/families-in-homa-bay-county-plead-with-government-to-stop-eviction-plans 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Families in Homa Bay County plead with government to stop eviction plans https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RZTyWUV85xghceWgtQneETATigfzVlntHGdltvcl.jpg More than 100 families in Homa Bay County want the government to stop plans for evicting them from their land. Families in Homa Bay County plead with government to stop eviction plans Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001553894/uda-women-condemn-political-attacks-vow-to-support-rutos-re-election-bid 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 UDA women condemn political attacks, vow to support Ruto's re-election bid https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/a1v7LYOQ9kPogc9Q05cuXZRPGXFsUiyfdbzVTQnf.jpg UDA women have condemned attacks and intimidation of Kenyans over their political affiliation, saying they have a right to support leaders and political parties of their choice. UDA women condemn political attacks, vow to support Ruto's re-election bid Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001553896/us-activist-urges-kenya-to-reject-america-first-global-health-strategy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 US activist urges Kenya to reject America First Global Health Strategy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EqcQFhy12rHu1Bbdifv4CZkLSKnqzEgEeCBAcxmW.jpg An African American activist has urged Kenya to reject the United States' America First Global Health Strategy, claiming that the policy would have a devastating impact on health systems. US activist urges Kenya to reject America First Global Health Strategy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001553898/lawyer-seeks-orders-to-suspend-court-boycott 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Lawyer seeks orders to suspend court boycott https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lSS2w70WG401o3BCz0R6bntLxxa8OO2zV4iMlVaO.jpg Advocate Adrian Kamotho argues that the Law Society of Kenya's court boycott is unconstitutional, undermines judicial independence and denies litigants access to justice. Lawyer seeks orders to suspend court boycott Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001553900/somalias-opposition-leaders-call-for-inclusive-political-settlement-ahead-of-aussom-security-transition 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Somalia's opposition leaders call for inclusive political settlement ahead of AUSSOM security transition https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dDMrjk4Tt1zMPHdMVAIgXF6Goyq9oz47rTKgagOQ.jpg Political leaders in Somalia have appealed to AU troop-contributing countries to prioritise an inclusive political settlement before implementing any further security transition. Somalia's opposition leaders call for inclusive political settlement ahead of AUSSOM security transition Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001553903/rarieda-mp-disburses-sh46m-ng-cdf-funds-to-schools-needy-students 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Rarieda MP disburses Sh46m NG-CDF funds to schools, needy students https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kysUtRFJMmi8KRAlOZocilrZzfAKPkBjjbI9f2oR.jpg Under the umbrella of "Fulfilling Education Agenda, Bursaries For All, Rarieda Rising," MP Otiende Amollo disbursed Sh46 million to support learners in the constituency. Rarieda MP disburses Sh46m NG-CDF funds to schools, needy students Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001553904/water-from-shallow-wells-in-naivasha-unfit-for-human-consumption 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Water from shallow wells in Naivasha unfit for human consumption https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/amoNO0HrUVOmghPaJbVVWFUBD269PSpyX876y3Ra.jpg The Department of Public Health has declared water from shallow wells in the populous Kihoto estate in Naivasha as unfit for human consumption. Water from shallow wells in Naivasha unfit for human consumption Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001553905/reality-check-in-rabat-as-harambee-starlets-crumble 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Reality check in Rabat as Harambee Starlets crumble https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/N3gR77p8hUk59gEJDEwFmsFb0OIZOqRaxISTIprh.jpg Harambee Starlets' return to the Women's Africa Cup of Nations ended in a heavy 4-0 defeat to hosts Morocco, exposing the gap in preparation and quality. Reality check in Rabat as Harambee Starlets crumble Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001553911/aviation-workers-suspend-strike-after-deal-with-government 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Aviation workers suspend strike after deal with government https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BDjX35Wa2iDFAPehn4GJhMIrrY5wE9jUGfK0OPC4.jpg Kenya Aviation Workers Union has suspended its planned nationwide strike after reaching a framework agreement with the government and aviation agencies to resolve workers’ grievances. Aviation workers suspend strike after deal with government Nairobi, Kenya 2026-07-27 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001553916/kenya-targets-climate-smart-school-meals 1.0 The Standard en 2026-07-27 Kenya targets climate-smart school meals https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/FL3aGyzOQxbL0M8BVcvWMEvWabqSxrPCc8FLWeKN.jpg The government has launched a nationwide data collection exercise that will guide investments in clean cooking technologies for public learning institutions. 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