https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001560225/fuel-prices-may-go-higher-as-subsidies-fund-depleted 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-16 Fuel prices may go higher as subsidies fund depleted https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qD4djxw312tG6OCwdQtTQht2tQO26nQFY0aPTS1I.jpg The depletion of Kenya’s Petroleum Development Levy Fund, surging global fuel costs and geopolitical tensions have driven up pump prices. Fuel prices may go higher as subsidies fund depleted Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560227/buffalo-plan-why-rutos-milk-crisis-solution-fell-flat 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-16 Buffalo plan: Why Ruto's milk crisis solution fell flat https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WsYsDtJTrmju4yDTN0H2q68WfjsXh37KmLTmAq9G.jpg President William Ruto’s proposal to introduce domesticated water buffaloes to tackle Kenya’s milk shortage has drawn ridicule. Buffalo plan: Why Ruto's milk crisis solution fell flat Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560230/railas-spirit-pro-ruto-linda-mwananchi-leaders-contend-for-babas-magic 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-16 Raila's spirit: Pro-Ruto, Linda Mwananchi leaders contend for Baba's magic https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aWoxHEOge13sqTEbk6AGIfpnB18hxaddwoh9wtTD.jpg Raila Odinga’s first death anniversary exposed deep divisions within ODM, as rival factions clashed over President William Ruto’s re-election and the party’s future. Raila's spirit: Pro-Ruto, Linda Mwananchi leaders contend for Baba's magic Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560231/baba-we-miss-you-thousands-gather-to-honour-raila-on-first-anniversary 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-16 Baba, we miss you: Thousands gather to honour Raila on first anniversary https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/xeB24nYwFSU808HXhKrzCsOIgdWnkfpKQJv5stPk.jpg Thousands of Kenyans gathered in Bondo to mark Raila Odinga’s first death anniversary, as his family and supporters shared emotional tributes and called for the preservation of his legacy. Baba, we miss you: Thousands gather to honour Raila on first anniversary Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560232/abandoning-raila-questions-as-former-raila-allies-give-first-anniversary-a-wide-berth 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-16 Abandoning Raila: Questions as former Raila allies give first anniversary a wide berth https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4s89leyrk7rV9t4do4geOm4ncqWPy6YhZ7Y3RC7n.jpg Several prominent political figures, including President William Ruto and senior ODM officials, skipped Raila Odinga’s first death anniversary, raising questions. Abandoning Raila: Questions as former Raila allies give first anniversary a wide berth Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560233/ruto-broke-promise-on-fuel-say-matatu-owners-as-fares-rise 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-16 Ruto broke promise on fuel, say matatu owners as fares rise https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Ze2YKBRmJHexKxs2GYfj8UJSrF4OHFhxsj6aUSM5.jpg Matatu operators have accused President William Ruto of breaking promises on fuel prices, as rising fares and transport costs deepen the financial strain on Kenyans. Ruto broke promise on fuel, say matatu owners as fares rise Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-16 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560114/disabling-of-ebola-reporting-tool-cripples-alertness 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Disabling of Ebola reporting tool cripples alertness https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nEgXu3zsMPhL9UPMVPzrx5EIM96kyiseLbw0F6Th.jpg Health experts praise Kenya’s Ebola response but warn that surveillance, contact tracing and protective measures must remain strong. Disabling of Ebola reporting tool cripples alertness Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560127/odms-broad-based-gamble-under-scrutiny-a-year-after-railas-demise 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 ODM's broad-based gamble under scrutiny a year after Raila's demise https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/24VPfInQiaJAvGT3fKIgGz9O32HbYbt2urTLFhXD.jpg At the centre of the 10-point agenda were the implementation of the NADCO report and an end to abductions and extrajudicial killings. ODM's broad-based gamble under scrutiny a year after Raila's demise Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560129/iebc-sets-parties-deadline-insists-on-inclusion-of-special-interest-groups 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 IEBC sets parties' deadline, insists on inclusion of Special Interest Groups https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pQblP4jWQ8KMHvwuW1A7DIpIsDdNh0we4tpBkArq.jpg IEBC has urged political parties to adhere to the October 15 deadline to submit authorized persons and their specimen signatures. IEBC sets parties' deadline, insists on inclusion of Special Interest Groups Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/editorial/article/2001560130/commemorating-raila-without-honouring-his-ideals-is-an-empty-tribute 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Commemorating Raila without honouring his ideals is an empty tribute https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/COSKAwhWdmgS7nPrylOovipV7bRyUuwBP8CUVHh3.jpg Raila was more than a politician. He was a fighter for democratic space, multiparty politics, electoral reforms, social justice and devolution. Commemorating Raila without honouring his ideals is an empty tribute Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560131/the-rise-of-sifuna-and-babu-in-the-battle-for-railas-political-legacy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 The Rise of Sifuna and Babu in the battle for Raila's political legacy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DFY05gFiusgSYqmMuHwtak0uWqfsng870yUhFZ9P.jpg The question is whether they can transform the political opening into a durable movement of their own. The Rise of Sifuna and Babu in the battle for Raila's political legacy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560132/the-missing-link-who-will-fit-into-raila-odingas-agitator-cum-peacemaker-shoes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 The missing link: Who will fit into Raila Odinga's agitator-cum peacemaker shoes? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/fH1Id0COrmGSg6Elgtid7FfQXImkCD420kVKp2fu.jpg Raila’s ability to organically attract crowds and hold high-octane and charged rallies and his unmatched oratory skills made him a fan favourite. The missing link: Who will fit into Raila Odinga's agitator-cum peacemaker shoes? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001560134/raila-feted-at-migwena-the-ground-where-his-parents-fell-in-love 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Raila feted at Migwena, the ground where his parents fell in love https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2Zk7jvPS6AFIrDVAflab4oVTzR7zTHLASobK1956.jpg Migwena has a history dating back to 1930, when the colonial administration approved a proposal to establish a sporting venue for communities in the larger Siaya area. Raila feted at Migwena, the ground where his parents fell in love Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560138/betraying-baba-raila-odingas-unfinished-reforms-caught-in-ruto-odm-power-gamble 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Betraying Baba: Raila Odinga's unfinished reforms caught in Ruto-ODM power gamble https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Z0pLadegVzgpOapmcr4nxVwU1U9XifaYRFCW2EhU.jpg Raila’s words of counsel and passionate calls for the country to respect the Constitution, made a few months before his death last year, now feel like a distant memory. Betraying Baba: Raila Odinga's unfinished reforms caught in Ruto-ODM power gamble Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/columnists/article/2001560140/beyond-politics-raila-odinga-was-the-welder-who-held-kenya-together 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Beyond politics, Raila Odinga was the 'welder' who held Kenya together https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WMLBJqxr6BT0LuGZMWIlQC95o9LjYUeqhgk6T1K8.jpg Raila’s compassion grew from his own experience. He knew what it was to be hounded and terrified and in fear of his life. Beyond politics, Raila Odinga was the 'welder' who held Kenya together Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/barrack-muluka/article/2001560141/from-whence-comes-such-another-why-winnie-odinga-is-the-natural-heir 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 From whence comes such another? Why Winnie Odinga is the natural heir https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kJQYgGvxbc2ByJLUEKVyMAwx3kTvdBnM9iMYayoZ.jpg Raila did not exactly inherit his greatness from his father, Jaramogi. If Jaramogi’s greatness had been something to be passed on, then the baton should have gone to Oburu Oginga. From whence comes such another? Why Winnie Odinga is the natural heir Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560142/babas-first-anniversary-why-raila-held-sway-in-coast-for-years 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Baba's first anniversary: Why Raila held sway in Coast for years https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hgqeeFRNHPU4EDa41rOnRc9VondK7e6koKGPryOk.jpg Until his death, Raila held sway and was the biggest voice for the marginalised in government employment, land, and other forms of human rights. Baba's first anniversary: Why Raila held sway in Coast for years Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560143/flying-out-of-the-nest-how-detention-made-raila-more-than-just-his-fathers-son 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Flying out of the nest: How detention made Raila more than just his father's son https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Og0mYYLkcb1aKMRMRLfGhgDDgA3rVqFZAwhoB8wG.jpg For Raila, detention was not a single episode. When he eventually emerged from detention, those around him noticed a changed political character. Flying out of the nest: How detention made Raila more than just his father's son Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560144/post-raila-gamble-odm-betting-its-future-on-ruto 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Post-Raila gamble: ODM betting its future on Ruto https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aWisbnkvJyDl2ANshWAof9jEPi3ayMs3UoTNE9lw.jpg Raila’s death has not eliminated regional constituencies, but it has weakened the political force that once brought them together. Post-Raila gamble: ODM betting its future on Ruto Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560145/the-mountain-and-the-glory-land-who-will-get-us-to-railas-canaan 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 The mountain and the glory land: Who will get us to Raila's 'Canaan?' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vrZrCCaQd9IVkVYORuSbixUFhrgei1zvCVbKDJmr.jpg Raila may have wanted the presidency. There is no reason to pretend otherwise, but the ideals he attached to his politics were broader than the office itself. The mountain and the glory land: Who will get us to Raila's 'Canaan?' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560148/railas-final-word-echoes-of-odingas-last-forum-with-odm-leaders 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Raila's final word: Echoes of Odinga's last forum with ODM leaders https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JbUzYPkz6QiuJ3qMbXGz3HoeSNpUbkJEA1Ghd3PC.jpg Since the demise of Raila, ODM has witnessed sharp differences in opinion surrounding the direction it should take in the next General Election. Raila's final word: Echoes of Odinga's last forum with ODM leaders Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560150/new-slogan-old-questions-rutos-search-for-a-winning-2027-message 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 New slogan, old questions: Ruto's search for a winning 2027 message https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/azHeL6zmgmaWlbM8cGI2ERsw9RX2yL9XTUabdZN6.jpg Immediately after presiding over the handover of the Raila Odinga mausoleum, President William Ruto used the slogan during a public rally for the first time. New slogan, old questions: Ruto's search for a winning 2027 message Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560153/what-i-would-have-loved-oburu-to-say-at-raila-memorial-event 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 What I would have loved Oburu to say at Raila memorial event https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/86k9BtF1lhynvhOe3KrAXWkiQltfpWBb4Y7x1dy3.jpg Raila’s big brother, Oburu Oginga, has been indisposed and has thus been unable to take part in the commemorative events since the anniversary month began. What I would have loved Oburu to say at Raila memorial event Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560160/unescos-kwale-biosphere-push-raises-questions-over-kenyas-role-in-the-process 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 UNESCO's Kwale biosphere push raises questions over Kenya's role in the process https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IrjIVATGhmFFqySkE9yuPQ1DFjhbjRbjHm4M7cEX.jpg Questions over government approval and UNESCO’s engagement with local groups are adding to concerns about how the proposal relates to Mrima Hill. UNESCO's Kwale biosphere push raises questions over Kenya's role in the process Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001560161/kenyas-sh52bn-drug-plant-takes-centre-stage-at-nigeria-investment-summit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Kenya's Sh5.2bn drug plant takes centre stage at Nigeria investment summit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nnbneLAasQXyRQB5BJbiCRgGqDN7PVORGsgfP4p9.jpg A planned Sh5.2 billion Kenyan medicine factory in Kisumu County is one of the flagship projects seeking funding at a major African investment conference in Calabar, Nigeria. Kenya's Sh5.2bn drug plant takes centre stage at Nigeria investment summit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560162/raila-odinga-put-himself-in-the-bold-contest-over-how-kenya-should-be-ruled 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Raila Odinga put himself in the bold contest over how Kenya should be ruled https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RKdcVNazCaiHUWAm0It2uPQhLObunMznvoBwbvMx.jpg For many Kenyans, Raila was Baba, a presidential contender, a former prime minister, or the familiar voice at a political rally. Raila Odinga put himself in the bold contest over how Kenya should be ruled Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001560163/more-pain-for-suffering-kenyans-as-fuel-prices-rise-to-historical-levels 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 More pain for suffering Kenyans as fuel prices rise to historical levels https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/alzzQB7NdY3JG8dEYVTFEa4RNm6EXeYriwW8QSaN.jpg Epra has also withdrawn subsidies across all petroleum products, noting that the kitty had dried up following heavy withdrawals to cushion fuel prices since April. More pain for suffering Kenyans as fuel prices rise to historical levels Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560164/i-dont-get-a-salary-from-the-federation-mariga-reveals-cost-of-fkf-rift-as-leadership-row-deepens 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 'I don't get a salary from the federation': Mariga reveals cost of FKF rift as leadership row deepens https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RwzCbPfGdKmZOT4yMCGkG18QpHin83jHxaNKFlAv.jpg McDonald Mariga has accused the federation’s leadership of sidelining him, revealing that he pays for his own travel and accommodation when attending national team matches. 'I don't get a salary from the federation': Mariga reveals cost of FKF rift as leadership row deepens Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001560165/why-karisa-mdzomba-still-regrets-canning-baba 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Why Karisa Mdzomba still regrets 'canning' Baba https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5TfsgUHL3cmnlnq4GWVT3jDi3DzC5cHeZmJIlbRf.jpg Lengo Karisa Mdzomba also turned his anger on the then Kwale Governor Salim Mvurya, caning him just like Raila in a flash of seconds before he was subdued. Why Karisa Mdzomba still regrets 'canning' Baba Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001560166/the-politics-of-city-rats-what-urban-rodents-tell-us-about-housing-and-sanitation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 The politics of city rats: What urban rodents tell us about housing and sanitation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dQXGCQbdNMJGngDorjuJ8psIDRiMrTAoQxMK7MRR.jpg While rats may seem like a niche election issue, they can point to broader societal concerns about housing, public services and civic engagement. The politics of city rats: What urban rodents tell us about housing and sanitation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001560167/how-poorly-designed-staircases-put-tenants-at-risk-inhibit-movement 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 How poorly designed staircases put tenants at risk, inhibit movement https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7G9LNw8ZTwV3nKXGirUHbvbzytRSrrcXMngHNUqC.jpg From poorly maintained buildings to inadequate facilities, tenants have taken to social media to share their frustrations with rental housing conditions. How poorly designed staircases put tenants at risk, inhibit movement Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001560168/kpc-eyes-sh35b-oil-trading-hub-in-mombasa-as-earnings-rise-13pc 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 KPC eyes Sh35b oil trading hub in Mombasa as earnings rise 13pc https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4MmDvMi2w7cbQH2bFindzjbuy6vG63ZVyJLXgygC.jpg Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC) has reported a 13 per cent increase in profit after tax for the year to June 2026 to Sh11.58 billion, up from Sh10.24 billion in 2025. KPC eyes Sh35b oil trading hub in Mombasa as earnings rise 13pc Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560169/the-baba-i-knew-loved-lifes-simple-pleasures 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 The Baba I knew loved life's simple pleasures https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Js3QdDqTMKSuTylwXzPakHxKNzkne8wTUVAHa66b.jpg The writer says that beyond the public rallies, political contests and the weight of his political stature was a man who appreciated the ordinary rhythms of life. The Baba I knew loved life's simple pleasures Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/arts-culture/article/2001560170/ps100000-for-cumbrian-museum-to-explore-links-with-kenyan-community 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 £100,000 for Cumbrian Museum to explore links with Kenyan community https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vtEAUL5Idlh4dqEsBsZJ5CO25ulizEj5fKzfeBsl.jpg A two-year project exploring the historic connections between a South Cumbrian museum and a Kenyan community has been approved. £100,000 for Cumbrian Museum to explore links with Kenyan community Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560171/lecturers-strike-casts-cloud-on-universities-graduation-schedule 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Lecturers' strike casts cloud on universities' graduation schedule https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/S0hb6ZGwm3IXQtmnnr1PlEqfP0jepU60BYl1mVD0.jpg University students due to graduate in the coming weeks risk missing the ceremonies as the lecturers’ strike disrupts clearance processes and unresolved missing marks issues. Lecturers' strike casts cloud on universities' graduation schedule Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560172/dpp-approves-charges-in-alleged-sh39b-vat-scam 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 DPP approves charges in alleged Sh3.9b VAT scam https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ESx7JumcfDaJT0h2xMCS3OtYEefyZGmJex7XKZ6W.jpg DPP approves charges against five individuals and 12 companies accused of conspiring to defraud the government of Sh3.9 billion in VAT. DPP approves charges in alleged Sh3.9b VAT scam Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001560173/school-roof-collapse-kills-teacher-21-children-in-nw-pakistan 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 School roof collapse kills teacher, 21 children in NW Pakistan https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LYRoRR6p0AeGgzCHgiOvNIfgNIVsRxcEGsHsxxj4.jpg "The Prime Minister extends his condolences to the bereaved families and prays for them to have the strength and patience to bear this irreparable loss," the statement said. School roof collapse kills teacher, 21 children in NW Pakistan Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001560174/why-is-shell-facing-lawsuits-over-climate-disasters-in-brazil-and-the-philippines 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Why is Shell facing lawsuits over climate disasters in Brazil and the Philippines? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nnmqKIfRLfDDHi2lbZT6CAa95MuxHCOfSmZ0gOkt.jpg "We chose Shell because it's an emblematic company. It meets all the criteria," Thales Miola, a lawyer for the Brazilian NGO Instituto Preservar, told AFP. Why is Shell facing lawsuits over climate disasters in Brazil and the Philippines? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001560175/japan-denies-spying-after-russia-arrests-journalist 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Japan denies spying after Russia arrests journalist https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jYH6dyx69zsv4G9qOCtytxdQbjs3Ku8pzFECT5tB.jpg "Each country's domestic laws are different, so we do not yet know the details of what they call an allegation," she said. Japan denies spying after Russia arrests journalist Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001560176/trump-says-he-wants-to-see-pope-get-well 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Trump says he wants to see Pope 'get well' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9LcxittH7rxKjwSjFSmRYs7PxRb3IP4ODRDjAfHA.jpg "I want to see Pope Leo get well," Trump told reporters after addressing a campaign rally in Arizona. "It's big stuff. Anytime you have cancer, but the prognosis seems to be good." Trump says he wants to see Pope 'get well' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560178/psg-beat-man-city-in-champions-league-thriller-barcola-hits-liverpool-hat-trick 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 PSG beat Man City in Champions League thriller, Barcola hits Liverpool hat-trick https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LzIbhySyb3OzztJ5acVYDJuMYdr7xFggCFJTpeES.jpg Reigning champions PSG romped to a 4-2 victory away to embattled Man City in the UEFA Champions League, while Bradley Barcola hit his first Liverpool goals with a hat-trick VS LASK PSG beat Man City in Champions League thriller, Barcola hits Liverpool hat-trick Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560179/governors-reject-sh440b-counties-allocation-by-cra-demand-sh500b 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Governors reject Sh440b counties' allocation by CRA, demand Sh500b https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KJuKs5GP5sDye3jp7cSLL29FGB04uSTnX2UCfdSX.jpg CoG says proposed allocation is inadequate to finance salary increments recommended by SRC address health workers’ demands and cater for other devolved functions. Governors reject Sh440b counties' allocation by CRA, demand Sh500b Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560180/mourinho-blasts-shameless-timing-of-vinicius-ban-decision 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Mourinho blasts 'shameless' timing of Vinicius ban decision https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ktWnBB5MRTkfOwVJVflOGgBqU4Bu8W035sM5O6U1.jpg Jose Mourinho hit out at the "shameless" decision by Spanish football authorities to announce that Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior had been slapped with a four-match ban Mourinho blasts 'shameless' timing of Vinicius ban decision Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560181/maradona-family-divided-over-sentences-at-death-trial 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Maradona family divided over sentences at death trial https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3FpH2Vj4sCA4Rl5SjpXxpEmrERUM7DJTgfdrLWSU.jpg Diego Maradona's family has called for his medical team to be given stiff prison terms over what two of his daughters called his "murder." Maradona family divided over sentences at death trial Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560182/messis-inter-miami-book-playoffs-with-2-0-win-over-new-york-city 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Messi's Inter Miami book playoffs with 2-0 win over New York City https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iu3ZHQVZ65BREXh14w4ZihITAn3IUzRFaJOv8zR0.jpg Lionel Messi set up a Rodrigo De Paul goal and German Berterame snapped his scoring drought as Inter Miami booked their place in the MLS playoffs with a 2-0 win over New York City Messi's Inter Miami book playoffs with 2-0 win over New York City Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560183/through-the-lens-raila-odinga-bestrode-the-landscape-like-a-colossus 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Through the lens: Raila Odinga bestrode the landscape like a colossus https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/B2icB4VhyskJbiSt6LMX82Jg6SxrvCqnCATmMz6u.jpg Sixteen years after the promulgation of the 2010 Constitution, the country is still dealing with State murders and disappearances, a tone-deaf Parliament, and a defiant Executive. Through the lens: Raila Odinga bestrode the landscape like a colossus Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560184/rude-welcome-for-mombasa-utd-as-afc-leopards-drop-points 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Rude welcome for Mombasa Utd as AFC Leopards drop points https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RKVbSGz7ADgjnNqXcV7ctGNWnCabqqRFjdmTcgW0.jpg Newcomers Mombasa United received a rude welcome to the SportPesa League after suffering a narrow 1-0 defeat to Kakamega Homeboyz in yesterday’s match at KPA Sports Club. Rude welcome for Mombasa Utd as AFC Leopards drop points Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001560185/psg-got-lucky-to-win-man-city-thriller-says-luis-enrique 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 PSG 'got lucky' to win Man City thriller, says Luis Enrique https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lGSJT2naEg9WzaikEK1wLoC9mRqXOAf8CXCYjp35.jpg Paris Saint-Germain boss Luis Enrique said the European champions rode their luck to beat Manchester City 4-2 and maintain a perfect start to their defence of the Champions League. PSG 'got lucky' to win Man City thriller, says Luis Enrique Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560187/huduma-centres-are-operating-illegally-and-risk-closure-warn-mps 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Huduma Centres are operating illegally and risk closure, warn MPs https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AhtnrMbbpf4IKTegLOl8eudhkhpDkLtuJAK5k6dd.webp It has emerged that the facilities, hailed as a game changer in service delivery, risk abolition if anyone takes the matter to court. Huduma Centres are operating illegally and risk closure, warn MPs Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001560188/court-issues-arrest-warrant-for-mombasa-finance-executive-over-sh151m-debt 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Court issues arrest warrant for Mombasa Finance executive over Sh151m debt https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HKJweH5QRw894UOgY0Xitt22tXtRpy7ZfZJcbCSc.jpg The High Court has issued a warrant of arrest against Mombasa’s Finance executive over failure to pay a Sh151 million court award to Kooba Kenya Limited. Court issues arrest warrant for Mombasa Finance executive over Sh151m debt Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560191/eacc-welcomes-waititus-conviction-on-money-laundering-charges 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 EACC welcomes Waititu's conviction on money-laundering charges https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aSZXYJmrIJkhdGKsu8HCXMhCSUXztbuflmQwKOOK.jpg EACC has welcomed a High Court decision overturning the acquittal of former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, his wife and two others on money-laundering charges. EACC welcomes Waititu's conviction on money-laundering charges Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001560193/health-services-disrupted-in-muranga-after-digital-system-shutdown 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Health services disrupted in Murang'a after digital system shutdown https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Tg4bKOYnTSrvGpLnuzAxFY2fVCUm6Hgjqx5xeAPm.jpg Kangata said the shutdown had occurred despite assurances from Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale that the crucial platform would not be switched off. Health services disrupted in Murang'a after digital system shutdown Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560194/family-alleges-negligence-after-31-year-old-drowns-in-kitengela 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Family alleges negligence after 31-year-old drowns in Kitengela https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/re50ZChHvdCZLADLjrYU9xRaU8EpY6iFTtNy2Pj4.png Police are expected to review the facility's safety compliance, examine CCTV logs, and interview witnesses to determine whether criminal negligence charges are warranted. Family alleges negligence after 31-year-old drowns in Kitengela Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001560195/music-dance-as-thousands-gather-to-mark-railas-first-anniversary 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Music, dance as thousands gather to mark Raila's first anniversary https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/d8kdJ0AybDUAX2V2ewTQIv3eJqwC5v3Jz6Ku1Kpz.jpg Thousands gathered at Migwena grounds in Bondo to mark one year since Raila Odinga’s death, with music, dance, gospel performances and tributes as family and political leaders honoured his legacy. Music, dance as thousands gather to mark Raila's first anniversary Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560196/a-degree-delayed-a-future-deferred-what-universities-owe-their-students 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 A degree delayed, a future deferred: What universities owe their students https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yh9BsHnxiTpDfVUteZB5hAEmUVdQdqNP3Fmy3c7r.jpg Government must make credible funding commitments and honour them. A degree delayed, a future deferred: What universities owe their students Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560197/icc-deputy-prosecutor-visits-kenya-ahead-of-regional-conference-on-sexual-violence 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 ICC deputy prosecutor visits Kenya ahead of regional conference on sexual violence https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/i3a7iUBkKcbVoHqj2H8UdfCNi1tOijPj75y2X77i.jpg The conference will bring together legal, investigative and prosecutorial experts to strengthen the investigation and prosecution of sexual violence. ICC deputy prosecutor visits Kenya ahead of regional conference on sexual violence Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/eastern/article/2001560203/machakos-mcas-demand-action-on-governor-wavinyas-budget-memo 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Machakos MCAs demand action on Governor Wavinya's budget memo https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yPCnngBW2dFFpFLa9R2MEille1fhxT1wPTYA27Ha.jpg MCAs pressure Speaker Kiusya to table Governor Wavinya's budget memo Machakos MCAs demand action on Governor Wavinya's budget memo Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560204/tunataka-oburu-youths-chant-for-missing-odm-leader-at-babas-anniversary 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 'Tunataka Oburu!' Youths chant for missing ODM leader at Baba's anniversary https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JozSu2TFI0av2iUhpqFW3k7Go1AlL1Z65fuKFCZh.jpg “Tunataka Oburu, Oburu ako wapi? Tunataka power, tunataka Oburu”…We want Oburu, where is Oburu? We want Oburu…” the crowds sang. 'Tunataka Oburu!' Youths chant for missing ODM leader at Baba's anniversary Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001560206/mama-ida-railas-legacy-is-not-for-personal-gain 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Mama Ida: Raila's legacy is not for personal gain https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tbgAVVCmsfO5DCN4mkQejnAk7BP5qbi9ZlN8w1LL.png Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s widow, Ida, has warned politicians against exploiting his legacy for personal gain, urging Kenyans to uphold peace, tolerance and love. Mama Ida: Raila's legacy is not for personal gain Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001560208/court-orders-nakuru-county-out-of-war-memorial-hospital-land 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Court orders Nakuru County out of War Memorial hospital land https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Su5owr5JtFpxodZ96YKFr6IY1IRn8159DM4bh82m.jpg The judge issued an injunction against the county government, ordering the administration to withdraw all its security from the land to allow the hospital management to run it. Court orders Nakuru County out of War Memorial hospital land Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560210/winnie-odinga-declares-nairobi-senate-bid 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Winnie Odinga declares Nairobi Senate bid https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6siJRrhF1kX5dsRTgyLySjxwaohclh87mewts6iZ.png Winnie Odinga announces bid to contest Nairobi County Senate seat, says move informed by desire to carry forward her father's legacy Winnie Odinga declares Nairobi Senate bid Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560211/tvet-institutions-strengthen-industry-linkages-to-enhance-skills-training 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 TVET institutions strengthen industry linkages to enhance skills training https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QRVdQ3D5fLFyxzgpL3cbgimKPYknp9xljFo2hxZc.jpg TVET institutions are strengthening collaboration with industry players to ensure graduates acquire relevant skills that meet the demands in labour market. TVET institutions strengthen industry linkages to enhance skills training Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560212/ruth-odinga-threatens-to-quit-odm 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Ruth Odinga threatens to quit ODM https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/sSWkATM9h3V3jmQUz16OsCclVVUiXrSKp3yISEbO.jpg “He always said that people should have the right to speak. He stood for social justice and the democracy we are enjoying today.” Ruth Odinga threatens to quit ODM Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001560213/why-singoei-wants-global-institutions-to-open-up-decision-making 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Why Sing'Oei wants global institutions to open up decision-making https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/b88Bl94WYbGDEg4nKEuO6w3QxdPBspysSGc4ESU8.png Governments and international institutions must open up decision-making to rebuild public trust, Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’Oei has said. Why Sing'Oei wants global institutions to open up decision-making Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560214/matatu-owners-warn-of-fare-hikes-after-fuel-price-increase 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Matatu owners warn of fare hikes after fuel price increase https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/roPuM222HG9SgCxPvEfaQlgsR16l8eoTuNK65e7O.jpg Matatu owners warn of nationwide fare hikes following sharp fuel price increases, urge President Ruto to honour his Mombasa pledge not to raise diesel prices. Matatu owners warn of fare hikes after fuel price increase Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560217/from-chogo-to-senator-winnie-odinga-steps-into-her-own-political-spotlight 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 From 'Chogo' to senator? Winnie Odinga steps into her own political spotlight https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/12BokVs2Kshk7dSA5iLOfnQ2RgaCFZy4h4kWKuck.jpg Winnie Odinga is seeking to step out of her father Raila Odinga’s shadow by announcing her bid for Nairobi senator in 2027. From 'Chogo' to senator? Winnie Odinga steps into her own political spotlight Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001560218/two-traders-charged-in-sh39-billion-fake-invoice-tax-fraud 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Two traders charged in Sh3.9 billion fake invoice tax fraud https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/SCc5WQbZYy2Sc7GFzmRahwgQnhqkONsVwe4WvWCj.jpg Two traders and their companies have denied charges linked to an alleged Sh3.9 billion VAT fraud scheme involving fictitious invoices. Two traders charged in Sh3.9 billion fake invoice tax fraud Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560219/ruto-uhuru-skip-railas-first-anniversary-memorial 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Ruto, Uhuru skip Raila's first anniversary memorial https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/fx17GlU5H3bRrINhm4pcqWnJ8K10BKHVRAMhxNuf.jpg President William Ruto and retired President Uhuru Kenyatta skipped the first anniversary memorial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga on Thursday. Ruto, Uhuru skip Raila's first anniversary memorial Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001560220/ebola-watch-counties-await-government-guidance-supplies 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Ebola watch: Counties await government guidance, supplies https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8AE91MzG12X8Zfkj8NuSLZwGFAgK4TpAMLmJqvcO.jpg With Kenya confirming a second Bundibugyo Ebola case, delays in county guidance and supplies have renewed concerns about public health communication. Ebola watch: Counties await government guidance, supplies Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001560221/speaker-wetangula-eyes-chinas-tianjin-model-for-lamu-port 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Speaker Wetang'ula eyes China's Tianjin model for Lamu port https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mQlTG2V0Gdvkx36Xh9NEK3IMejvKde8GBwuruNov.jpg National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has called for the modernisation of Lamu Port using lessons from China’s Tianjin Port. Speaker Wetang'ula eyes China's Tianjin model for Lamu port Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560222/mudavadi-calls-for-skills-training-to-rehabilitate-prison-inmates 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Mudavadi calls for skills training to rehabilitate prison inmates https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EXwOf21FkbYXR0LhXOcUxRgrhAT7SIwmYY2DB8Bm.jpg Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has called for increased investment in skills development, rehabilitation and employment opportunities for offenders. Mudavadi calls for skills training to rehabilitate prison inmates Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001560223/remembering-jakom-the-enigma-baba-raila-amolo-odinga-the-spirit-lives-on 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Remembering Jakom, the enigma, Baba Raila Amolo Odinga: The spirit lives on https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pgZbg55PcHf3kqkVKoPe2BSVPkdMmuxgUAfmvowe.jpg On the first anniversary of Raila Odinga’s death, ODM national chairperson Gladys Wanga calls on Kenyans to uphold his legacy. Remembering Jakom, the enigma, Baba Raila Amolo Odinga: The spirit lives on Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001560224/japans-sh2-billion-bet-on-kenyas-hygiene-market 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Japan's Sh2 billion bet on Kenya's hygiene market https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UUzuGfdY8sLtRTXqoCctKafGpgs2L2vub7RjqMr6.jpg Japanese firms Unicharm and Toyota Tsusho, alongside CFAO Kenya, have launched a Sh2 billion venture to manufacture and sell sanitary pads and disposable diapers in Kenya. Japan's Sh2 billion bet on Kenya's hygiene market Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001560226/oburu-resurfaces-turns-83-in-hospital-as-questions-swirl-over-his-health-photos 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Oburu resurfaces, turns 83 in hospital as questions swirl over his health- Photos https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5SA07JLXgboZquNNMPOH7he8hGYQTGYwBRoi4uHg.jpg ODM Party leader Oburu Oginga celebrates 83rd birthday at Nairobi Hospital with family, friends and medical staff. Oburu resurfaces, turns 83 in hospital as questions swirl over his health- Photos Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001560228/343-baringo-households-to-get-electricity-under-sh789m-project 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 343 Baringo households to get electricity under Sh78.9m project https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dZGMUZRGaU2wRluklqPsw6mINS7grGUrpjJd9QzM.png President William Ruto has launched a Sh78.9 million electricity project targeting 343 households in Eldama Ravine Constituency, Baringo County. 343 Baringo households to get electricity under Sh78.9m project Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001560229/orengo-claims-security-detail-withdrawn-again 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Orengo claims security detail withdrawn again https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VX3TIG6F3zMNE3TId65Vt1vfbq1EMKc7Jqjy1uiX.jpg “I remain unbowed,” Orengo stated. Orengo claims security detail withdrawn again Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-15 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001560234/parents-challenged-to-keeping-children-occupied-during-long-holidays 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-15 Parents challenged to keeping children occupied during long holidays https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XD4WFFu8vG1YKwYUqPdsMnj0yjwsidy2lPa6tb3y.jpg As schools close for the long Christmas holidays, parents are being encouraged to find meaningful activities that keep children engaged. 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