https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556343/why-uhuru-is-stuck-between-the-devil-and-the-deep-blue-sea
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2026-08-28
Why Uhuru is stuck between the devil and the deep blue sea
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By now, it is clear that there is no love lost between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and his successor, William Ruto, but it is also proving difficult to trust Rigathi Gachagua.
Why Uhuru is stuck between the devil and the deep blue sea
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556345/police-service-doesnt-need-new-uniform-it-needs-a-new-skin
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2026-08-28
Police 'service' doesn't need new uniform, it needs a new skin
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The incessant uniform spree of the police service in Kenya introduced by every regime is simply some paint on a ‘service’ that truly serves sectarian interests.
Police 'service' doesn't need new uniform, it needs a new skin
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556348/stop-dragging-children-into-political-duels-that-they-dont-understand
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2026-08-28
Stop dragging children into political duels that they don't understand
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We have seen children being taken to political rallies and gatherings, given political poems, songs and slogans designed to praise one side and condemn another.
Stop dragging children into political duels that they don't understand
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556365/kebs-on-the-spot-as-poisonous-alcohol-crisis-deepens-say-beer-sellers
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2026-08-28
KEBS on the spot as poisonous alcohol crisis deepens, say beer sellers
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The Kenya Bureau of Standards is facing pressure to account for its role in the counterfeit alcohol crisis, as illicit drinks now account for an estimated 60 per cent of alcohol consumed in Kenya.
KEBS on the spot as poisonous alcohol crisis deepens, say beer sellers
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556368/unions-warn-of-strike-over-delayed-county-salaries-hit-out-at-src
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2026-08-28
Unions warn of strike over delayed county salaries, hit out at SRC
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Public sector unions have threatened to call a strike over persistent delays in salaries of county government workers, accusing devolved units of turning the issue into a systemic problem.
Unions warn of strike over delayed county salaries, hit out at SRC
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556373/mother-and-her-two-children-held-for-27-more-days-over-dr-mutisos-murder
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2026-08-28
Mother and her two children held for 27 more days over Dr Mutiso's murder
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When Rose Mbithe Mulwa, her daughter Angela and son Chris were arrested, they perhaps hoped that it would be a passing cloud and they would be back to their home at Karen, Nairobi.
Mother and her two children held for 27 more days over Dr Mutiso's murder
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556376/hard-questions-as-billions-to-be-spent-on-new-police-uniform
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2026-08-28
Hard questions as billions to be spent on new police uniform
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President William Ruto is expected to unveil the new uniform on Friday during the pass-out parade of 6,000 recruits at the National Police Training College in Kiganjo, Nyeri County.
Hard questions as billions to be spent on new police uniform
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556386/ruto-says-kenyans-need-to-relook-the-2010-constitution
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2026-08-28
Ruto says Kenyans need to relook the 2010 Constitution
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President William Ruto has said that a number of areas in the 2010 Constitution need to be relooked at 16 years after its promulgation.
Ruto says Kenyans need to relook the 2010 Constitution
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001556387/drought-camel-invasion-fuel-fresh-conflict-in-taita-taveta
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2026-08-28
Drought, camel invasion fuel fresh conflict in Taita Taveta
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A fresh conflict has erupted between the Taita Taveta County Government, residents and illegal herders from outside over non-payment of cess and diminishing water and pasture.
Drought, camel invasion fuel fresh conflict in Taita Taveta
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001556388/people-power-takes-on-rising-insecurity-in-iten
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2026-08-28
'People power' takes on rising insecurity in Iten
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The ‘people power’ best describes the latest strategy by residents of Iten in Elgeyo Marakwet County to tame the surge in cases of insecurity in the region
'People power' takes on rising insecurity in Iten
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/standard-entertainment/article/2001556389/beyond-music-the-many-lives-of-dolly-parton
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2026-08-28
Beyond music: The many lives of Dolly Parton
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Dolly Parton began performing and appearing on television and radio while still very young, eventually achieving her professional breakthrough in 1967 at the age of 21.
Beyond music: The many lives of Dolly Parton
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-28
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556238/county-governments-should-ensure-no-child-is-left-behind
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2026-08-27
County governments should ensure no child is left behind
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By the time two children walk into a pre-primary school classroom for the first time, life may already have set them on very different paths.
County governments should ensure no child is left behind
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/elias-mokua/article/2001556242/religion-shouldnt-be-used-as-ammunition-during-elections
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2026-08-27
Religion shouldn't be used as ammunition during elections
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Religious leaders and politicians may contribute to public debate, but blurred boundaries can reduce faith to a campaign tool and erode the independence that gives religious institutions credibility.
Religion shouldn't be used as ammunition during elections
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556243/preparing-for-el-nino-rains-must-begin-at-community-level
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2026-08-27
Preparing for El Nino rains must begin at community level
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The Kenya Red Cross Society encourages communities to monitor official warnings, clear drainage, secure homes and critical infrastructure, and move away from high-risk areas.
Preparing for El Nino rains must begin at community level
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556246/what-kenya-must-learn-from-singapores-affordable-housing-model
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2026-08-27
What Kenya must learn from Singapore's affordable housing model
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Singapore treats public housing as a permanent public service, not a one-off delivery target, which is subject to continuous monitoring, resident feedback, and programmes to upgrade older flats.
What Kenya must learn from Singapore's affordable housing model
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001556250/how-kenyas-informal-workers-hold-the-key-to-unlocking-the-housing-market
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2026-08-27
How Kenya's informal workers hold the key to unlocking the housing market
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Successive regimes have not been able to crack Kenya’s housing demand, even with the current 1.5 per cent housing levy imposed on workers.
How Kenya's informal workers hold the key to unlocking the housing market
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556251/katiba-16-sh87b-unaccounted-for-in-counties-as-weak-controls-hurt-devolution
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2026-08-27
KATIBA 16: Sh87b unaccounted for in counties as weak controls hurt devolution
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Kenya is marking 16 years since the promulgation of the new constitution with the adoption of Devolution which created two levels of government at the National Level and the 47 Counties
KATIBA 16: Sh87b unaccounted for in counties as weak controls hurt devolution
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556253/how-kenya-can-aim-for-medals-in-archery-at-global-events
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2026-08-27
How Kenya can aim for medals in archery at global events
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On Monday, Kenyatta University opened its gates to the Anoca Zone V Youth Games, the first time Kenya has staged the continental youth showcase.
How Kenya can aim for medals in archery at global events
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556256/malkia-strikers-show-their-intent-of-booking-2028-olympic-games-slot
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2026-08-27
Malkia Strikers show their intent of booking 2028 Olympic Games slot
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Defending champions Malkia Strikers shrugged off the administrative pitfalls to launch their title defence with an emphatic straight-sets win against Zambia in their Group A opener.
Malkia Strikers show their intent of booking 2028 Olympic Games slot
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556259/wanyonyi-hoping-for-good-show-in-zurich-diamond-league-meet
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2026-08-27
Wanyonyi hoping for good show in Zurich Diamond League meet
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As athletics greats converge for the penultimate Diamond League meet in Zurich, Switzerland, this evening, the final leg of the circuit set for Brussels, Belgium next week, remains the main focus.
Wanyonyi hoping for good show in Zurich Diamond League meet
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556260/court-cases-expose-how-brutal-scheming-the-state-will-go-to-defy-the-law
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2026-08-27
Court cases expose how brutal, scheming the state will go to defy the law
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16 years after the promulgation of the Constitution, the country is still dealing with murders and disappearances caused by the police, a tone-deaf Parliament
Court cases expose how brutal, scheming the state will go to defy the law
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556261/kenyan-athletes-set-down-early-marker-at-anoca-youth-games
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2026-08-27
Kenyan athletes set down early marker at Anoca Youth Games
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Kenyans showed they were not ready to be beaten at home as they laid down an early marker as athletics kicked action at the Anoca Zone V Youth Games kicked off at Kenyatta University.
Kenyan athletes set down early marker at Anoca Youth Games
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556262/president-ruto-governors-race-to-end-health-strike-as-deaths-fears-grow
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2026-08-27
President Ruto, governors race to end health strike as deaths fears grow
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President Ruto is expected to meet governors to resolve Kenya’s prolonged health workers’ strike, amid warnings that the disruption is putting maternal and child health at greater risk.
President Ruto, governors race to end health strike as deaths fears grow
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556263/political-anxiety-casts-shadow-on-kenyas-investment-outlook
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2026-08-27
Political anxiety casts shadow on Kenya's investment outlook
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A Central Bank of Kenya survey indicates that there are major concerns over political instability emerging as a dark cloud over an otherwise cautiously optimistic economic outlook.
Political anxiety casts shadow on Kenya's investment outlook
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556265/kakuzi-profits-plunge-amid-midle-east-war
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2026-08-27
Kakuzi profits plunge amid Midle East war
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Kakuzi has reported a massive 97.6 per cent drop in net profit, with the firm citing disruption of key routes to its export markets due to the ongoing US-Iran war as a major reason behind its losses.
Kakuzi profits plunge amid Midle East war
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556267/despite-billions-in-funding-kenyas-watchdogs-still-struggle-to-bite
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2026-08-27
Despite billions in funding, Kenya's watchdogs still struggle to bite
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Sixteen years after the 2010 Constitution created a new architecture of independent commissions and offices, Kenya’s accountability institutions face a difficult verdict
Despite billions in funding, Kenya's watchdogs still struggle to bite
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556268/katiba-16-sixteen-years-ordinary-kenyans-still-wait-for-the-promised-better-life
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2026-08-27
Katiba 16: Sixteen years, ordinary Kenyans still wait for the promised better life
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Sixteen years after Kenyans overwhelmingly endorsed the 2010 Constitution, millions of citizens say the promise of a better life remains unfulfilled
Katiba 16: Sixteen years, ordinary Kenyans still wait for the promised better life
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556269/why-futile-attempts-to-amend-the-constitution-flopped
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2026-08-27
Why futile attempts to amend the Constitution flopped
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As Kenya marks 16 years since the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution today, its record of fidelity to the document tells two stories.
Why futile attempts to amend the Constitution flopped
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556270/william-ruto-from-katiba-critic-to-its-custodian
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2026-08-27
William Ruto: From Katiba critic to its custodian
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The Constitution 2010, described as one of the most progressive laws, has had its fair share of challenges in implementation, including various attempts to amend it.
William Ruto: From Katiba critic to its custodian
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556272/the-right-to-access-government-information-faces-a-reality-check-to-date
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2026-08-27
The right to access government information faces a reality check to date
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The constitution made a fundamental constitutional promise that citizens would no longer have to treat public information held by the state as privilege granted at the discretion of public officials
The right to access government information faces a reality check to date
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556273/rigging-thunderbolt-gachagua-takes-on-iebc-over-2027-election-technology-kits
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2026-08-27
Rigging thunderbolt: Gachagua takes on IEBC over 2027 election technology kits
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Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has accused IEBC of being behind a plot to rig the 2027 General Election through a digital voting system to be supplied by a South Korean company.
Rigging thunderbolt: Gachagua takes on IEBC over 2027 election technology kits
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556274/from-gender-equality-to-public-participation-the-promises-kenya-has-yet-to-keep
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2026-08-27
From gender equality to public participation, the promises Kenya has yet to keep
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When Kenyans voted for the 2010 Constitution, they promised themselves a new Kenya founded on equality, accountability, devolution and citizen participation.
From gender equality to public participation, the promises Kenya has yet to keep
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001556275/potato-farmers-turn-to-modern-tech-to-beat-quality-seed-shortage
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2026-08-27
Potato farmers turn to modern tech to beat quality seed shortage
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Farmers in potato-growing areas are turning to a new technology that could help solve one of their biggest challenges — the shortage of affordable, clean and certified seed.
Potato farmers turn to modern tech to beat quality seed shortage
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/standard-entertainment/article/2001556276/dolly-parton-leaves-behind-a-legacy-far-bigger-than-music
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2026-08-27
Dolly Parton leaves behind a legacy far bigger than music
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Parton died at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center in Nashville.Her death brings to an end the life of an artist whose influence stretched far beyond country music.
Dolly Parton leaves behind a legacy far bigger than music
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556277/cs-kagwe-why-kenya-exports-rice-despite-annual-deficit-of-1m-tonnes
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2026-08-27
CS Kagwe: Why Kenya exports rice despite annual deficit of 1m tonnes
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Currently, the government has announced an intent to import at least 490,000 metric tonnes of duty-free rice.
CS Kagwe: Why Kenya exports rice despite annual deficit of 1m tonnes
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001556278/how-car-tyre-shingles-could-help-transform-roofing-style
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2026-08-27
How car tyre shingles could help transform roofing style
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Tyres can withstand heat, rain, heavy impacts, and don't rot or discolour like ordinary mabati, and have a long lifespan
How car tyre shingles could help transform roofing style
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556279/decades-old-row-on-sh8b-karen-land-headed-to-supreme-court
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2026-08-27
Decades-old row on Sh8b Karen land headed to Supreme Court
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The Environment Court had ordered the Public Trustee to trace Bradley’s family and surrender the property to them.
Decades-old row on Sh8b Karen land headed to Supreme Court
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001556280/why-nanyuki-town-is-overstretched-by-influx-of-investors-visitors
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2026-08-27
Why Nanyuki town is overstretched by influx of investors, visitors
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Concerns are growing over overstretched services around Nanyuki's urban setup, owing to the influx of visitors and a surge in population.
Why Nanyuki town is overstretched by influx of investors, visitors
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001556282/greek-firm-eyes-sh194-billion-smart-power-system-for-ai-data-centres
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2026-08-27
Greek firm eyes Sh194 billion smart-power system for AI-data centres
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European firm Amaco Energy Group plans to build a liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered smart-power system to energise data centres that will be run using AI, once approved.
Greek firm eyes Sh194 billion smart-power system for AI-data centres
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556283/421-families-fighting-to-keep-possession-of-63-acre-in-limbo-as-wrangles-escalate
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2026-08-27
421 families fighting to keep possession of 63-acre in limbo as wrangles escalate
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421 families in Nakuru County are facing evictions from a 63-acre land in Pipeline area over a dispute with their leaders.
421 families fighting to keep possession of 63-acre in limbo as wrangles escalate
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556284/kingi-uda-wont-field-kilifi-governor-candidate-backs-mungaro
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2026-08-27
Kingi: UDA won't field Kilifi governor candidate, backs Mung'aro
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Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has said that the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) will not field a candidate for Kilifi governor seat in the 2027 General Election.
Kingi: UDA won't field Kilifi governor candidate, backs Mung'aro
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556285/katiba-16-the-document-that-gave-gen-z-a-voice-to-demand-accountability
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2026-08-27
KATIBA 16: The document that gave Gen Z a voice to demand accountability
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The June 25, 2026 protests, held as young Kenyans returned to the streets to mark two years since the 2024 demonstrations, showed that the constitutional conversation had not ended.
KATIBA 16: The document that gave Gen Z a voice to demand accountability
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001556287/kenya-has-little-time-to-prepare-as-el-nino-rains-loom-nationwide
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2026-08-27
Kenya has little time to prepare as El Nino rains loom nationwide
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The climate outlook indicates that rainfall will begin as early as September in parts of western Kenya and the Rift Valley
Kenya has little time to prepare as El Nino rains loom nationwide
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556288/city-hall-targets-noise-generated-from-events-to-raise-revenue-as-liquor-traders-win
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2026-08-27
City Hall targets noise generated from events to raise revenue as liquor traders win
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Nairobi residents, event organizers, churches and entertainment businesses will now have to pay for mandatory noise permits under the Nairobi City County Finance Act 2026.
City Hall targets noise generated from events to raise revenue as liquor traders win
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556289/16-years-on-kenyans-yearn-for-leaders-who-embody-integrity
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2026-08-27
16 years on, Kenyans yearn for leaders who embody integrity
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The framers of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 envisioned that any State officer, elected or appointed, should demonstrate respect, promote public confidence and be accountable to the public.
16 years on, Kenyans yearn for leaders who embody integrity
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556290/miru-systems-profile-of-the-iebc-election-technology-supplier-at-the-centre-of-controversy
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2026-08-27
Miru Systems: Profile of the IEBC election technology supplier at the centre of controversy
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Rigathi Gachagua’s claims that Miru systems, a South Korean election technology provider was a plot by President William Ruto’s ploy to rig next year’s general election
Miru Systems: Profile of the IEBC election technology supplier at the centre of controversy
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556291/why-halting-of-technology-procurement-puts-2027-poll-calender-in-jeopardy
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2026-08-27
Why halting of technology procurement puts 2027 poll calender in jeopardy
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Temporary halting of the procurement of election technology by IEBC amid claims of a plot to rig the 2027 general elections now risks delaying or altering the election date
Why halting of technology procurement puts 2027 poll calender in jeopardy
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556292/from-bbi-nadco-to-vision-2060-politicians-appetite-for-self-serving-reforms
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2026-08-27
From BBI, Nadco to Vision 2060: Politicians appetite for self-serving reforms
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As Kenya marks 16 years since the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution on August 27, its record of fidelity to the document tells two stories.
From BBI, Nadco to Vision 2060: Politicians appetite for self-serving reforms
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556294/iebc-accused-of-backing-south-korean-firm-in-election-tech-bid
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2026-08-27
IEBC accused of backing South Korean firm in election tech bid
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IEBC clashed with a Kenyan firm over the procurement of technology to be used in the 2027 general election.
IEBC accused of backing South Korean firm in election tech bid
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001556297/whose-hand
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2026-08-27
Whose hand?
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Whose hand?
Whose hand?
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001556299/sorghum-farming-changing-fortunes-in-arid-kerio-valley-with-over-sh15m-harvest-in-sight
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2026-08-27
Sorghum farming changing fortunes in Arid Kerio Valley, with over Sh15m harvest in sight
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Sorghum farming is transforming livelihoods in drought-hit Kerio Valley, with Kabulwo Farmers’ Cooperative Society expecting more than Sh15 million this season.
Sorghum farming changing fortunes in Arid Kerio Valley, with over Sh15m harvest in sight
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556301/gachaguas-bombshell-on-harassment-of-small-scale-traders
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2026-08-27
Gachagua's bombshell on harassment of small-scale traders
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Former DP Rigathi Gachagua has accused a covert police unit of unlawfully raiding and harassing small-scale LPG traders.
Gachagua's bombshell on harassment of small-scale traders
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556302/hassan-omar-attacks-uhuru-again
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2026-08-27
Hassan Omar attacks Uhuru, again
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UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar has renewed his attacks on former President Uhuru Kenyatta over alleged historical land injustices while defending IEBC Vice Chair Fahima Araphat.
Hassan Omar attacks Uhuru, again
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556303/kenya-attracts-13-new-pharmaceutical-manufacturers
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2026-08-27
Kenya attracts 13 new pharmaceutical manufacturers
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Kenya is set to welcome 13 new pharmaceutical manufacturers as the country pushes to boost local medicine production, reduce import dependence and strengthen health supply security.
Kenya attracts 13 new pharmaceutical manufacturers
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556304/14-more-detention-days-for-dr-mutiso-murder-suspects-court-orders-mental-assessment
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2026-08-27
14 more detention days for Dr Mutiso murder suspects, court orders mental assessment
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The High Court has ordered mental assessments for presidential aspirant Rose Mbithe, her two children and a police officer accused of murdering Dr Victoria Nthunya Mutiso,.
14 more detention days for Dr Mutiso murder suspects, court orders mental assessment
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556305/kindiki-cites-gains-gaps-as-kenya-marks-katiba-day-at-16
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2026-08-27
Kindiki cites gains, gaps as Kenya marks Katiba Day at 16
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DP Kithure Kindiki says Kenya has built vertical relationships of mutual respect among the judiciary, executive and legislature, as the country marks 16 years since promulgation of 2010 constitution.
Kindiki cites gains, gaps as Kenya marks Katiba Day at 16
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556307/explain-yourself-cotu-tells-gachagua-over-smartmatic-push
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2026-08-27
'Explain yourself,' COTU tells Gachagua over Smartmatic push
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COTU cautions former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua against undermining the independence of the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.
'Explain yourself,' COTU tells Gachagua over Smartmatic push
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001556309/patients-suffer-as-clinicians-strike-hits-day-37-in-nakuru
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2026-08-27
Patients suffer as clinicians' strike hits day 37 in Nakuru
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Patients in Nakuru continue to face disrupted public health services as the clinicians’ strike enters its 37th day, with the union warning of further withdrawals.
Patients suffer as clinicians' strike hits day 37 in Nakuru
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556310/coffee-weekly-auction-fetches-sh896-million
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2026-08-27
Coffee weekly auction fetches Sh896 million
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Kenya’s weekly coffee auction earned Sh896 million from 15,906 bags, with Grade AB dominating sales and top-quality coffee fetching as much as USD 461 per 50kg bag.
Coffee weekly auction fetches Sh896 million
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556312/katiba-16-why-maraga-says-parliament-has-failed-kenyans
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2026-08-27
Katiba 16: Why Maraga says Parliament has failed Kenyans
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Former CJ David Maraga warns Constitution is under siege, calls on Kenyans to defend supreme law ahead of 2027 polls.
Katiba 16: Why Maraga says Parliament has failed Kenyans
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556313/why-public-participation-remains-a-tick-box-exercise-16-years-on
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2026-08-27
Why public participation remains a tick-box exercise 16 years on
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"It is important to appreciate that public participation cannot be the same on each and every issue, it will depend on the issue, interests involved and the impact it will have."
Why public participation remains a tick-box exercise 16 years on
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001556314/battle-for-matungulu-mules-four-term-bid-under-threat-as-five-aspirants-declare-interest
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2026-08-27
Battle for Matungulu: Mule's Four-term bid under threat as five aspirants declare interest
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Matungulu MP Stephen Mule faces a tougher 2027 re-election battle as five aspirants mount early campaigns, challenging his decade-long hold on the constituency.
Battle for Matungulu: Mule's Four-term bid under threat as five aspirants declare interest
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556315/kenya-yetu-wajibu-wetu-rutos-message-as-katiba-turns-16
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2026-08-27
Kenya yetu, wajibu wetu: Ruto's message as Katiba turns 16
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KATIBA 16: President Ruto says Judicial independence is non-negotiable; calls for institutional independence, saying courts must remain free to interpret the constitution.
Kenya yetu, wajibu wetu: Ruto's message as Katiba turns 16
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001556316/elderly-woman-dies-in-house-fire-in-vihiga
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2026-08-27
Elderly woman dies in house fire in Vihiga
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A 96-year-old woman died on Tuesday night after she was trapped inside her burning house at Lwombei village in Vihiga County.
Elderly woman dies in house fire in Vihiga
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001556318/uncertain-funding-model-fuels-confusion-and-anxiety-in-first-year-of-university-reporting
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2026-08-27
Uncertain funding model fuels confusion and anxiety in first year of university reporting
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Incoming first-year students at public universities are facing uncertainty over tuition and financial aid as unclear communication and legal battles delay the rollout of the proposed funding model.
Uncertain funding model fuels confusion and anxiety in first year of university reporting
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001556319/grades-arent-enough-schools-push-practical-skills-for-the-workplace
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2026-08-27
Grades aren't enough: Schools push practical skills for the workplace
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Kenyan schools risk producing graduates who look good on paper but lack practical workplace skills unless they rethink exam-centred teaching.
Grades aren't enough: Schools push practical skills for the workplace
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556320/bomet-governor-barchok-asks-dpp-ingonga-to-drop-sh2m-graft-case
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2026-08-27
Bomet Governor Barchok asks DPP Ingonga to drop Sh2m graft case
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Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok has asked DPP Renson Ingonga to withdraw his Sh2 million corruption case, with the court allowing more time for the prosecution to consider the request.
Bomet Governor Barchok asks DPP Ingonga to drop Sh2m graft case
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001556321/mcas-approve-governor-orengos-cec-finance-nominee
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2026-08-27
MCAs approve Governor Orengo's CEC Finance nominee
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Siaya's incoming County Executive for Finance, Dan Okoth, has promised to overhaul the county's financial management by tackling pending bills
MCAs approve Governor Orengo's CEC Finance nominee
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/counties/article/2001556323/the-fake-priest-who-fooled-lodwar
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2026-08-27
The Fake Priest Who Fooled Lodwar
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According to reports from the Catholic Diocese of Lodwar, Onchonga was welcomed by the clergy and even accommodated at the Bishop's official residence.
The Fake Priest Who Fooled Lodwar
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556324/court-awards-ex-judiciary-finance-boss-two-others-sh21m-over-malicious-prosecution
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2026-08-27
Court awards ex-Judiciary finance boss, two others Sh21m over malicious prosecution
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The High Court has awarded three former Judiciary employees Sh21 million after finding that their seven-year prosecution over an Sh80 million fraud was malicious and their detention unlawful.
Court awards ex-Judiciary finance boss, two others Sh21m over malicious prosecution
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556325/quit-selective-katiba-compliance-amnesty-tells-government
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2026-08-27
Quit selective Katiba compliance, Amnesty tells government
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“At its promulgation, Katiba 2010 presented a social contract rooted in human dignity, social justice, human rights, and the rule of law,” he said.
Quit selective Katiba compliance, Amnesty tells government
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001556326/palace-intrigue-in-uganda-as-succession-battle-heats-up
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2026-08-27
Palace intrigue in Uganda as succession battle heats up
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Museveni's son, army chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba, has made no secret of his desire for the top job, announcing -- then retracting -- his intention to run multiple times over the years.
Palace intrigue in Uganda as succession battle heats up
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556327/directors-of-bank-of-baroda-face-jail-term-for-contempt-of-court
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2026-08-27
Directors of Bank of Baroda face jail term for contempt of court
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Bank of Baroda Kenya directors risk civil jail after Infinity Industrial Park accused the bank of violating court orders by appointing joint administrators over the company.
Directors of Bank of Baroda face jail term for contempt of court
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001556329/sh300m-dr-joyce-laboso-mother-child-centre-ready-to-open-its-doors
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2026-08-27
Sh300m Dr Joyce Laboso Mother Child Centre Ready to Open Its Doors
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Bomet Governor Hillary Barchok has announced the completion of the 300- bed Dr Joyce Laboso Memorial Mother and Child wellness centre.
Sh300m Dr Joyce Laboso Mother Child Centre Ready to Open Its Doors
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556332/police-exhume-body-of-an-elderly-woman-behind-her-house
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2026-08-27
Police exhume body of an elderly woman behind her house
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Ziporah Wilmote went missing a month ago, prompting her family to report the matter to the police.
Police exhume body of an elderly woman behind her house
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556333/two-arrested-as-nacada-seizes-868-counterfeit-alcoholic-drinks-in-eastleigh
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2026-08-27
Two arrested as NACADA seizes 868 counterfeit alcoholic drinks in Eastleigh
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The crackdown led by a multi-agency team on Wednesday dealt a heavy blow to counterfeit alcohol distributors operating at Section 3 of 18th Street.
Two arrested as NACADA seizes 868 counterfeit alcoholic drinks in Eastleigh
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556334/where-is-she-kuco-demands-answers-over-clinical-officers-arrest-transfer
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2026-08-27
Where is she? KUCO demands answers over clinical officer's arrest, transfer
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Christin Wanjiru was reportedly arrested at her home in Kitengela on Wednesday night and taken to Kitengela Police Station before being transferred on Thursday.
Where is she? KUCO demands answers over clinical officer's arrest, transfer
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001556336/swallowed-by-silt-survivors-recount-nepal-flood-horror
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2026-08-27
Swallowed by silt: Survivors recount Nepal flood horror
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Among the survivors was customs agent Omkar Joshi, who spent the previous night stranded on a hilltop in the border town of Timure before being rescued.
Swallowed by silt: Survivors recount Nepal flood horror
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556337/william-ruto-no-kenyan-should-die-for-criticising-government
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2026-08-27
William Ruto: No Kenyan should die for criticising government
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President William Ruto has said no Kenyan should lose their life, liberty or dignity for criticising the Government, expressing an unpopular opinion or taking part in a peaceful demonstration.
William Ruto: No Kenyan should die for criticising government
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001556339/germany-reports-record-15800-heat-related-deaths-this-summer
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2026-08-27
Germany reports record 15,800 heat-related deaths this summer
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Another 4,000 heat-related deaths were recorded between late July and mid-August, said the institute in its latest update.
Germany reports record 15,800 heat-related deaths this summer
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001556340/fisheries-bill-fisherfolk-bet-on-senate-to-stem-overfishing
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2026-08-27
Fisheries Bill: Fisherfolk bet on Senate to stem overfishing
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Coastal fisherfolk are urging the Senate to amend the Fisheries Bill to allow temporary closure of fishing areas to replenish declining stocks and curb overfishing.
Fisheries Bill: Fisherfolk bet on Senate to stem overfishing
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556341/faith-leaders-ncic-form-unit-to-keep-peace
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2026-08-27
Faith leaders, NCIC form unit to keep peace
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Faith leaders have joined forces with the NCIC, and World Vision Kenya to build a coordinated campaign against political violence
Faith leaders, NCIC form unit to keep peace
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001556344/human-rights-group-calls-for-full-implementation-of-the-2010-constitution
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2026-08-27
Human rights group calls for full implementation of the 2010 constitution
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In Nakuru County, civil activists said the constitution has greatly expanded the freedom of expression and that of the media
Human rights group calls for full implementation of the 2010 constitution
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001556346/of-sakaja-and-el-chapo-promise-chapati-making-machine-finally-lands-in-nairobi
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2026-08-27
Of Sakaja and 'el chapo' promise: Chapati making machine finally lands in Nairobi
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More than a year after President Ruto's chapati machine pledge made him the butt of jokes, Nairobi schools have started getting chapati, from a machine making 2,000 an hour.
Of Sakaja and 'el chapo' promise: Chapati making machine finally lands in Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001556349/sudan-the-ground-for-weapons-testing
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2026-08-27
Sudan: The ground for weapons testing
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The Sudan army drone strikes targeting RSF near the Chad border are alleged to have crossed over several kilometers.
Sudan: The ground for weapons testing
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001556350/africa-wont-transform-food-systems-without-investing-in-water
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2026-08-27
Africa won't transform food systems without investing in water
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For millions of farmers, late rainfall, a failed rainy season or devastating flood can determine whether a harvest becomes food and income—or debt and loss.
Africa won't transform food systems without investing in water
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556354/dpp-approves-fresh-charges-against-15-dci-nis-officers-over-kidnapping-case
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2026-08-27
DPP approves fresh charges against 15 DCI, NIS officers over kidnapping case
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The suspects will face several charges, including kidnapping with intent to murder, contrary to Section 258 of the Penal Code.
DPP approves fresh charges against 15 DCI, NIS officers over kidnapping case
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001556355/first-lady-boosts-over-1000-poultry-farmers-with-chicks
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2026-08-27
First Lady boosts over 1,000 poultry farmers with chicks
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More than 1000 female farmers in Homa Bay County can breathe a sigh of relief after getting 2000 improved indigenous chicks for starting poultry production.
First Lady boosts over 1,000 poultry farmers with chicks
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001556356/two-people-killed-in-ndhiwa-sub-county
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2026-08-27
Two people killed in Ndhiwa Sub-county
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Two people have died in Ndhiwa Sub- County Bay County under different circumstances.
Two people killed in Ndhiwa Sub-county
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556359/kalonzo-calls-for-unbiased-implementation-of-constitution-16-years-after-promulgation
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2026-08-27
Kalonzo calls for unbiased implementation of Constitution 16 years after promulgation
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Kalonzo cautioned against attempts to amend the Constitution to benefit political or elite interests.
Kalonzo calls for unbiased implementation of Constitution 16 years after promulgation
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001556360/eac-pushes-for-harmonised-education-systems-to-close-regional-learning-gaps
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2026-08-27
EAC pushes for harmonised education systems to close regional learning gaps
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EAC Partner States have renewed calls for stronger cooperation in education, with leaders pushing for harmonized curricula, qualifications and teacher development
EAC pushes for harmonised education systems to close regional learning gaps
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/lifestyle/article/2001556361/back-to-school-how-the-new-routine-can-affect-your-dog
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2026-08-27
Back to school: How the new routine can affect your dog
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For many families, the return to school brings back early mornings, school runs, busy evenings; however, while children adjust to new timetable, their pets must also cope with major change at home.
Back to school: How the new routine can affect your dog
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001556363/mps-questions-accuracy-of-learner-data-used-for-education-capitation
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2026-08-27
MPs questions accuracy of learner data used for education capitation
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The Public Accounts Committee has questioned the reliability of learner enrolment data used by the Government to allocate billions of shillings in education capitation.
MPs questions accuracy of learner data used for education capitation
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001556364/antibiotic-misuse-fuels-drug-resistance-experts-warn
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2026-08-27
Antibiotic misuse fuels drug resistance, experts warn
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Misuse of antibiotics is highly contributing to AMR, leaving patients with infections that are difficult and costly to treat, experts have warned.
Antibiotic misuse fuels drug resistance, experts warn
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556366/kecobo-dissolves-kamp-board-orders-ceo-suspension
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2026-08-27
KECOBO dissolves KAMP board, orders CEO suspension
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The woes facing the Kenya Association of Music Producers (KAMP) have deepened after the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) dissolved its Board of Directors
KECOBO dissolves KAMP board, orders CEO suspension
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001556369/caf-inspection-puts-kenyas-afcon-2027-preparations-under-spotlight
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2026-08-27
CAF inspection puts Kenya's AFCON 2027 preparations under spotlight
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Kenya’s preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations have entered another critical phase as a Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection mission assessed key stadiums.
CAF inspection puts Kenya's AFCON 2027 preparations under spotlight
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001556371/china-africa-biodiversity-training-strengthens-conservation-partnerships
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2026-08-27
China-Africa Biodiversity training strengthens conservation partnerships
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China and Africa are seeking to deepen conservation partnerships and build capacity among practitioners.
China-Africa Biodiversity training strengthens conservation partnerships
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001556372/china-kenya-and-tanzania-advance-community-based-conservation
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2026-08-27
China, Kenya and Tanzania advance community-based conservation
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African conservation experts presented case studies highlighting community-based conservation initiatives and the use of technology to strengthen wildlife and environmental protection.
China, Kenya and Tanzania advance community-based conservation
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001556374/kra-defends-move-to-raise-customs-benchmark-for-consolidated-cargo
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2026-08-27
KRA defends move to raise customs benchmark for consolidated cargo
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KRA clarified that the Sh3.2 million figure does not represent the actual tax liability for goods contained in a particular shipment.
KRA defends move to raise customs benchmark for consolidated cargo
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556378/iebc-rejects-gachaguas-claims-defends-2027-polls-preparations
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2026-08-27
IEBC rejects Gachagua's claims, defends 2027 polls preparations
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IEBC rejected claims that politicians had purchased a house for its chairperson to influence him.
IEBC rejects Gachagua's claims, defends 2027 polls preparations
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001556390/nacada-arrests-three-in-jericho-crackdown-on-counterfeit-alcohol
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2026-08-27
NACADA arrests three in Jericho crackdown on counterfeit alcohol
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Three suspects have been arrested and hundreds of counterfeit alcoholic beverages seized following a multi-agency crackdown on an alleged illicit alcohol.
NACADA arrests three in Jericho crackdown on counterfeit alcohol
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-08-27
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001556201/targeted
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2026-08-27
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