https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561135/how-standard-group-attack-was-planned-and-financed-by-two-mps 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 How Standard Group attack was planned and financed by two MPS https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mTygzoXFKwP322tBmYlGg1SjXEUBR7Fzs2gqLGRE.jpg Details have now emerged how two MPs planed and financed goons to storm the Standard Media Group head office along Mombasa Road. How Standard Group attack was planned and financed by two MPS Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561136/court-shuts-rutos-window-to-save-cabinet-from-gender-rule-verdict 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 Court shuts Ruto's window to save Cabinet from gender rule verdict https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QqmZJnbpP2dpiL2W9AI9poWsWqTWajCRmkJRVWPs.jpg The Court of Appeal on Thursday declined to suspend a High Court order, requiring the President to reconstitute the Cabinet by close of midnight on Wednesday. Court shuts Ruto's window to save Cabinet from gender rule verdict Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561137/linda-mwananchis-big-day-after-months-of-legal-battles-chaos 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 Linda Mwananchi's big day after months of legal battles, chaos https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/zr0hmdwdjHTwn8E4x67ATv6RSpKkBbjGiTPu9ubH.jpg After months of legal battles, violent rally disruptions and a gruelling nationwide mobilisation campaign, Linda Mwananchi is set to launch its political party. Linda Mwananchi's big day after months of legal battles, chaos Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561138/gachagua-on-search-for-opposition-flagbearer-strategy-to-oust-ruto 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 Gachagua on search for opposition flagbearer, strategy to oust Ruto https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8sZ33SZiW33cG5PysUMrvgjgvHmgeGTIIpgK8vv2.jpg DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has suggested naming the opposition presidential candidate five months to the 2027 General Election. Gachagua on search for opposition flagbearer, strategy to oust Ruto Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561144/nacada-eacc-bosses-among-nine-picked-for-iebc-ceo-post 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 Nacada, EACC bosses among nine picked for IEBC CEO post https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AeCkK9zTCNANSa63NxIBYkbtNpWtcSH7WXJOxhbM.jpg Nacada CEO Anthony Omerikwa and former EACC CEO Halakhe Waqo are among nine candidates shortlisted for the IEBC Chief Executive Officer position. Nacada, EACC bosses among nine picked for IEBC CEO post Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001561145/students-count-cost-of-strike-as-lecturers-set-to-resume-duty 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 Students count cost of strike as lecturers set to resume duty https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RJKYWADvXDD9ZFEwZWCfdThuIASsczDANFRcKyGJ.jpg Students in public universities are set to resume learning after lecturers’ unions reached a Sh20 billion deal with the Government to end a four-week strike. Students count cost of strike as lecturers set to resume duty Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001561146/bayern-ajax-set-to-light-up-nairobi-but-who-bears-the-cost 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 Bayern, Ajax set to light up Nairobi, but who bears the cost? https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/MuZFpWaRs8RaDTK8WFSQ5ns0XTn4vLeWQ83CnmcD.jpg The prospect of watching European football giants Bayern Munich and Ajax at Kenya’s new Raila Odinga International Stadium promises a major sporting spectacle. Bayern, Ajax set to light up Nairobi, but who bears the cost? Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/environment-climate/article/2001561148/warming-indian-ocean-threatens-livelihoods-along-kenyas-coast 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 Warming Indian Ocean threatens livelihoods along Kenya's Coast https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/67iAr5IA9P8zLTzm2zLni2RLhjA6oteM4AXbgAhr.jpg The Indian Ocean is losing its strength due to climate change that is making it warmer, too acidic, and leaving more carbon dioxide in the air. Warming Indian Ocean threatens livelihoods along Kenya's Coast Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/peter-kimani/article/2001561153/we-know-not-who-we-shall-vote-in-we-know-who-we-shall-vote-out 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-30 'We know not who we shall vote in, we know who we shall vote out' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PV1yrJQWM0m1wYO93XNaGNKvGRPpjO7ash37lOOm.jpg President William Ruto and DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua have galvanised the nation’s attention to what they characterised as monumental declarations. 'We know not who we shall vote in, we know who we shall vote out' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/branding-voice/article/2001561088/bank-of-baroda-kenya-sustains-strong-business-momentum-reinforces-commitment-to-customers 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Bank of Baroda Kenya sustains strong business momentum, reinforces commitment to customers https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ENiKhOSCqVMpDjLW6QYHc6qCdws7SPLb5wjcS9e0.jpg Growth across core banking, lending and trade finance underscores the Bank’s established presence in Kenya, supported by strong capital and liquidity positions. Bank of Baroda Kenya sustains strong business momentum, reinforces commitment to customers Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/central/article/2001561089/lawyers-blame-government-for-low-tea-bonuses-not-factory-directors 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Lawyers: Blame government for low tea bonuses, not factory directors https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YIeq22bUXYKsw3lxlTEycuTtocqXLek1rLge5bWG.jpg Lawyers have heaped the blame on the government for the low bonus payments, a major source of frustration for the farmers. Lawyers: Blame government for low tea bonuses, not factory directors Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001561090/why-court-has-stopped-construction-in-nairobi-national-park 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Why court has stopped construction in Nairobi National Park https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cLz9ZWuPo8FmR12iaPlcY10uVqdHAFeh4K5nZDFf.jpg The Environment and Land Court in Nairobi has barred the government from constructing a car park at the Nairobi Animal Orphanage. Why court has stopped construction in Nairobi National Park Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561091/how-kalonzo-could-reshape-rutos-2027-re-election-bid 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 How Kalonzo could reshape Ruto's 2027 re-election bid https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/g6O4R2opIVqjDQKb4A7FzRtztUwT4FTbZslKNxPT.jpg Ruto has intensified his forays into the Ukambani region where he has embarked on a charm offensive characterized by development projects in a bid to appease the masses. How Kalonzo could reshape Ruto's 2027 re-election bid Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001561093/charles-kerich-summoned-for-sentencing-over-sh767m-debt 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Charles Kerich summoned for sentencing over Sh76.7m debt https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gwvNrBqGDk2RrIlFV482zpbunZ8iWC3NzXPjcTHA.jpg Kerich, who is the former Finance Chief has been ordered to appear in person on December 7, 2026, at 2.30pm over the debt owed to Kwengu & Company Advocates. Charles Kerich summoned for sentencing over Sh76.7m debt Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001561095/coffee-weekly-auction-nets-sh101-billion 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Coffee weekly auction nets Sh1.01 billion https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bslqM2RuWpdG38Hk4YtUsnodZKNTJtTG7xdGJafI.jpg The average market price stood at Sh38,236 per 50 kg bag, with the highest price reaching Sh51,726 and the lowest standing at Sh5,197 per 50 kg bag. Coffee weekly auction nets Sh1.01 billion Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001561097/almer-farm-residents-seek-rutos-intervention-in-land-dispute 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Almer Farm residents seek Ruto's intervention in land dispute https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pyZPrKTjWTynmhHU6d6Ewuax8yeXz00pHFa8mF1T.jpg The families have threatened to break away from the government and align themselves with the opposition citing frustration over a long-standing dispute involving 1,198 acres of land. Almer Farm residents seek Ruto's intervention in land dispute Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561098/ihr-challenges-diplomats-over-kenyas-human-rights-record 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 IHR challenges diplomats over Kenya's human rights record https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eeULRMDb2Y2X31QfSXqcXsbbJCYuSjsOvyAco6Iq.jpg Koros said that while international bodies publicly champion democratic values, their actual diplomatic actions frequently favour maintaining relationships with ruling elites. IHR challenges diplomats over Kenya's human rights record Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001561101/high-court-halts-prosecution-of-human-rights-defender 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 High Court halts prosecution of human rights defender https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DZDnitJ4qn4fCjQgwDwL6Pvloddm9lIdkovdhSKe.jpg Levin Omwenga Omollo accuses the respondents of violating his constitutional rights during an operation at the organisation’s offices. High Court halts prosecution of human rights defender Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001561103/police-arrest-robbery-suspects-as-kisumu-residents-decry-rising-insecurity 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Police arrest robbery suspects as Kisumu residents decry rising insecurity https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HSuJDq885lvvdN66PAJOvBiMbTbdU5H5OARapncT.jpg The suspects were arrested after a dramatic pursuit following a robbery incident targeting a group of women next to the Kisumu International Airport. Police arrest robbery suspects as Kisumu residents decry rising insecurity Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001561106/former-usiu-student-sentenced-to-death-over-colleagues-murder-sh100000-ransom-demand 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Former USIU student sentenced to death over colleague's murder, Sh100,000 ransom demand https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bNxkb4WIcCHzJVoi8p7jyCarx6ARn1PrcHsr4yLk.jpg A former United States International University (USIU) student, Duncan Livingstone Kimathi, has been sentenced to death for the murder of fellow student Sarah Akello Aruwa in June 2012. Former USIU student sentenced to death over colleague's murder, Sh100,000 ransom demand Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561107/ntsa-impounds-13-vehicles-in-southern-bypass-crackdown 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 NTSA impounds 13 vehicles in Southern Bypass crackdown https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9X2pu6n0WpCnXgMqn74fvLKpMkm5ydWFCtMPB7Kh.jpg Thirteen vehicles have been impounded along Nairobi’s Southern Bypass after a night safety operation exposed drink-driving, expired licences and vehicle defects. NTSA impounds 13 vehicles in Southern Bypass crackdown Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001561108/my-blood-was-spilled-here-a-year-on-tanzania-unable-to-mourn-election-violence 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 'My blood was spilled here': a year on, Tanzania unable to mourn election violence https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UkkbKzGb6XJ6UvJpLOP8eXCzZGecoM5QzhrNocAD.jpg Rights groups and the opposition say thousands were killed, while a government-appointed commission put the death toll at 518. 'My blood was spilled here': a year on, Tanzania unable to mourn election violence Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001561109/toll-in-nigeria-gang-attack-rises-to-62-emergency-services 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Toll in Nigeria gang attack rises to 62: emergency services https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6jqUs3SYLfAhUWyRC3DYks9FtcYssciRoUaTcBrT.jpg Thousands were also displaced by the violence, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). Toll in Nigeria gang attack rises to 62: emergency services Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561110/murdered-kenyans-family-angry-over-uk-extradition-delay 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Murdered Kenyan's family angry over UK extradition delay https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/JyJyqv3Cklmfao6sQVAhCS4Sulof8susckY1uRKR.jpg Robert James Purkiss, 39, was arrested in Britain last year and his extradition hearing was set for November 16. Murdered Kenyan's family angry over UK extradition delay Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001561111/cross-border-abductions-threaten-kenyas-status-as-dissident-refuge 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Cross-border abductions threaten Kenya's status as dissident refuge https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5dbuqdk3hugdPiFq82SzS4HtoNRiQOWFRE9T5m6O.jpg Kenya has for decades offered refuge to dissidents from across a region full of repressive governments, but lately its status as a safe haven has looked less secure. Cross-border abductions threaten Kenya's status as dissident refuge Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561112/global-south-jurists-push-for-greater-say-in-debt-trade-rules 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Global South jurists push for greater say in debt, trade rules https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Qo3K9UZaQiiQM7S9vXYZegLv7kNSn1sJ1X2YaLKd.jpg Global South jurists are seeking greater influence over debt, trade and financial rules at an ICJ Kenya conference in Malaysia, which is examining human rights, sovereignty and accountability. Global South jurists push for greater say in debt, trade rules Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001561113/a-year-on-tanzanians-mourn-election-massacres-in-state-of-terror 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 A year on, Tanzanians mourn election massacres in 'state of terror' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/K7fD28gWSV5TXfjTYBhFEBewIC0M3XdKicJ2flR4.jpg A year after Tanzania's bloody election, many remain traumatised by the violence, while government critics live in fear of abduction and arbitrary arrest, or facing treason and terrorism charges. A year on, Tanzanians mourn election massacres in 'state of terror' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/asia/article/2001561114/ukraine-says-at-least-13-killed-in-russian-attack-on-train-station 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Ukraine says at least 13 killed in Russian attack on train station https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cBrE99sayrcLBH0IPWRHZI1YdfPakWKPDVTxvp8V.jpg At least 13 people were killed when a Russian drone slammed into a platform at the Dnipro railway station in central Ukraine, where a train was parked, Ukrainian authorities said Thursday. Ukraine says at least 13 killed in Russian attack on train station Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/asia/article/2001561115/israel-piles-pressure-on-arab-parties-as-netanyahu-seeks-government 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Israel piles pressure on Arab parties as Netanyahu seeks government https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/N4UeIg5R4IIb9RetzrywGXfGbfR7j2Znd2k8G2YP.jpg Benjamin Netanyahu’s bloc is under pressure to form Israel’s next government as allegations against Arab parties spark calls for investigations, raising tensions after an inconclusive election. Israel piles pressure on Arab parties as Netanyahu seeks government Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561116/why-experience-alone-may-not-be-enough-to-keep-matatu-passengers-safe 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Why experience alone may not be enough to keep matatu passengers safe https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aVUi7Ajc1IBxfM1ApYM00lRYbMdS7PDifJD9JlY4.jpg According to Edwin Mukabana, chairman of the Federation of the Public Transport Sector, knowing how to drive is not enough. Why experience alone may not be enough to keep matatu passengers safe Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561117/duale-knh-will-handle-special-referrals-visit-lower-hospitals-for-treatment 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Duale: KNH will handle special referrals, visit lower hospitals for treatment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XtXVmKHS27rN0KJzO8zlTKy2SsCF6GXop3pXBQuE.jpg Duale said the referral policy was still being developed and challenged ministry officials to expedite the process. Duale: KNH will handle special referrals, visit lower hospitals for treatment Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001561118/spain-mourns-after-latest-train-tragedy-kills-69 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Spain mourns after latest train tragedy kills 69 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9Rvj9RkI5kqqUIBFwzio4RyzE4M7b2AFJkOreJTu.jpg Spain began three days of mourning on Thursday after its second near Toledo province killed 69 people with relatives desperately seeking news about their loved ones. Spain mourns after latest train tragedy kills 69 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001561120/knchr-condemns-alleged-abduction-of-tanzanian-activist-in-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 KNCHR condemns alleged abduction of Tanzanian activist in Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LRRbjEpVNwBN1jPrs1jmBu6F9zq6XPriN0EanWsy.jpg Further, the lobby group cited the alleged abductions of Tanzanian nationals Maria Tsehai Sarungi and Mshabaha Hamza, reportedly at gunpoint in Nairobi over the past two years. KNCHR condemns alleged abduction of Tanzanian activist in Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001561121/warning-drums-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Warning drums 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YwxJWaY7Vd6Ul7BVK5L6a6nT2TlgRfFbl6wpEQ50.jpg Warning drums 2027 Warning drums 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001561123/konza-targets-10000-jobs-as-textile-production-begins 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Konza targets 10,000 jobs as textile production begins https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NoPesyVDIZg7XsARVXwmST5ggakLQUOiBL0ak7sJ.jpg Konza Technopolis targets 10,000 jobs as textile production begins at its Export Processing Zone. The technology city is seeking manufacturers in electronics, solar products and other sectors. Konza targets 10,000 jobs as textile production begins Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001561124/ruto-to-russia-invest-in-african-factories-not-just-raw-material-exports 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Ruto to Russia: Invest in African factories, not just raw material exports https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Pa6Wk0hlqwQdqmdEeT5bYommxrWya8wcvHYUxofW.jpg President Ruto has urged Russia to invest in African manufacturing, technology and skills, saying the continent must move beyond raw material exports to create jobs and boost industrial growth. Ruto to Russia: Invest in African factories, not just raw material exports Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001561125/mediator-or-backer-saudi-arabias-role-in-sudan-war-questioned 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Mediator or backer? Saudi Arabia's role in Sudan war questioned https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/BNoiMD5Y4cZoeKOAhqq4ZX9ed8LTSka6ZTI5Jjo1.jpg Riyadh cast itself as a mediator seeking to end the fighting and keep it from spreading, insisting that it stood at an equal distance from the two warring sides. Mediator or backer? Saudi Arabia's role in Sudan war questioned Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001561126/smartphones-tvs-lead-online-shopping-as-jumia-expands-black-friday-campaign 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Smartphones, TVs lead online shopping as Jumia expands Black Friday campaign https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5FeAyn4XWoa9l3rGjZcvNmMtHdLZF4SiFU2n1fI3.jpg Smartphones and televisions remain popular as online shopping expands to household and everyday goods; Jumia says 82pc of its audience is aged 18-44. Smartphones, TVs lead online shopping as Jumia expands Black Friday campaign Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001561127/chinas-communist-party-seeks-to-tighten-discipline 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 China's Communist Party seeks to tighten discipline https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/88NVTIfEza0Od27BV93TQMDe7DpKPdYw7XCBoWRe.jpg Top Chinese Communist Party officials moved to tighten internal discipline during a key meeting. China's Communist Party seeks to tighten discipline Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561128/tribunal-lifts-suspension-on-ukombozi-alliance-registration 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Tribunal lifts suspension on Ukombozi Alliance registration https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/LlDyD4fOFGgOpr3tYgxbT6gHwZPoXLzqxf4wud3h.jpg Ukombozi Alliance has been seeking registration amid the legal dispute. Tribunal lifts suspension on Ukombozi Alliance registration Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561129/kenya-seeks-review-of-eala-pay-directive 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Kenya seeks review of EALA pay directive https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TIxaPOo00jSUmSSxIEckb6U3cViIqxtbMdrYfhJT.jpg Kenya has called on the East African Community (EAC) Bureau of Speakers to return a directive requiring national parliaments to pay members of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA). Kenya seeks review of EALA pay directive Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001561130/iran-says-four-tankers-on-fire-after-hitting-mines-in-hormuz 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Iran says four tankers on fire after hitting mines in Hormuz https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kzhUWJOWSdnj6SKcL0OU9X7zuY8TqXBDiQNtqvMs.jpg Iran considers ships using the southern corridor near the Omani coast unauthorised. Iran says four tankers on fire after hitting mines in Hormuz Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001561131/mps-give-uon-two-weeks-to-explain-billions-in-arrears 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 MPs give UoN two weeks to explain billions in arrears https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KDD1vyDEU0JFqsBo0VX7aRjfLDnSfm3d2BQiP5FE.jpg The University of Nairobi management has been given two weeks to provide documentary evidence explaining billions of shillings in unpaid pension contributions and statutory deductions. MPs give UoN two weeks to explain billions in arrears Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001561132/financial-literacy-drive-trains-300-boda-boda-riders 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Financial literacy drive trains 300 boda boda riders https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Ki2thHJwYswONpA5RyuCb8C5UY1S4ECVfncJJ4e0.jpg Financial literacy initiative trains at least 300 riders on loan management, budgeting and saving to help them manage debt and sustain their businesses. Financial literacy drive trains 300 boda boda riders Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001561133/why-kenya-must-rethink-how-it-measures-digital-skills 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Why Kenya must rethink how it measures digital skills https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jQ1mTmomCEaJ1uKpUk7qO77wC3bxhPdfV6vJ3JdA.jpg Kenya must measure digital skills by more than certificates, focusing on whether learners can solve real problems, meet employers’ needs and turn technology training into jobs and practical solutions. Why Kenya must rethink how it measures digital skills Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001561134/musonye-to-lead-afcon-2027-preparations 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Musonye to lead AFCON 2027 preparations https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NKta9rIpC0pHGGUj6B7S3bvXdm1NrtNyYLt6MDxt.jpg Sports CS Salim Mvurya unveils AFCON PAMOJA 2027 LOC Standing Committee to coordinate Kenya’s preparations for tournament. Musonye to lead AFCON 2027 preparations Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/basketball/article/2001561139/young-kenyan-talents-excited-as-two-time-bal-champion-set-to-lead-camp-in-nairobi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Young Kenyan talents excited as two-time BAL champion set to lead camp in Nairobi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vCZMiaNt6AKBiTtWodgvhJsyDyxQ7Al8IxOcJe8z.jpg Two-time Basketball Africa League (BAL) Champion Souleyman “Solo D” Diabate is set to run two high-level basketball boot camps in Nairobi next month. Young Kenyan talents excited as two-time BAL champion set to lead camp in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001561140/no-surprise-to-carrick-hes-still-man-united-manager 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 No surprise to Carrick he's still Man United manager https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/drKfQudpKySBdd5efzK2aPgimpf7zJvnC26F6es2.jpg Under-pressure Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he was "here to do my job" as he insisted he needed "no assurances" over his future at Old Trafford. No surprise to Carrick he's still Man United manager Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001561141/england-forward-toney-to-stand-trial-for-alleged-assault-in-june-2028 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 England forward Toney to stand trial for alleged assault in June 2028 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/52OWTVuT3dSzlCo74OaXWejar6jUfGC4QlyDUyR8.jpg England striker Ivan Toney will face trial over an alleged assault at a nightclub in June 2028, it was announced Thursday. England forward Toney to stand trial for alleged assault in June 2028 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001561142/neville-warns-managers-can-need-sacking-for-their-own-good-as-carrick-fights-on 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Neville warns managers can need sacking 'for their own good' as Carrick fights on https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gzQX3xlDC3VL7Go58OTHIIN6YS7WlZP1G43TfArM.jpg Gary Neville says managers sometimes need to dismissed "for their own good" as Manchester United persist with under-pressure boss Michael Carrick. Neville warns managers can need sacking 'for their own good' as Carrick fights on Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001561143/arsenal-lose-appeal-against-dowman-red-card-in-shock-fleetwood-defeat 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Arsenal lose appeal against Dowman red card in shock Fleetwood defeat https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/V9pdFGJHLC9gsdWxV3Nf6rgNdE2JzHpKYyozxI3M.jpg Arsenal have lost their appeal against Max Dowman's red card in their stunning League Cup loss at Fleetwood after an independent commission ruled against the Premier League champions. Arsenal lose appeal against Dowman red card in shock Fleetwood defeat Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561150/ps-imbunya-calls-for-strengthening-safeguards-for-public-funds 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 PS Imbunya calls for strengthening safeguards for public funds https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dGnvTNpRo1JRERIjhbYupFCjYXrnUzCXW5wcyDa7.jpg Principal Secretary for Public Service Prof. Jane Imbunya has called for accurate payroll records, transparency and accountability in public service management. PS Imbunya calls for strengthening safeguards for public funds Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561152/oburu-warns-politicians-against-meddling-in-odm-uda-negotiations 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Oburu warns politicians against meddling in ODM-UDA negotiations https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/X4qeXFUYqd6teai1I0KLbQQjxUzwwTPxlPNvBqtN.jpg ODM leader Oburu Oginga says the party will independently negotiate with UDA, demands full implementation of 10-point agenda. Oburu warns politicians against meddling in ODM-UDA negotiations Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561156/sh116-billion-required-to-feed-50000-fleeing-ethiopia-violence-into-kenya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Sh.1.16 billion required to feed 50,000 fleeing Ethiopia violence into Kenya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ze8tWiAUTEZpSUrAXw3fK4H5S7ATSs2LV0bj0WLp.jpg Atleast 50,000 people have fled Ethiopia’s violence into Kenya since October 22, UNHCR says seeking Sh1.16 billion for lifesaving aid in Moyale. Sh.1.16 billion required to feed 50,000 fleeing Ethiopia violence into Kenya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001561159/new-regional-virtual-centre-to-expand-access-to-tvet-skills 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 New regional virtual centre to expand access to TVET skills https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jna2iMLaN8LhvKRgw9JVrO1yrJOLw95qM4fOm573.jpg Kenya’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) sector has received a major boost following the launch of the African Regional Centre for Open TVET (ARCOT) in Nairobi. New regional virtual centre to expand access to TVET skills Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001560987/the-apprentice 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 The Apprentice... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/r9DzR8pNUwxDOqSnftGhcrMw05cn26EL1UrMZf7a.jpg The Apprentice... The Apprentice... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/elias-mokua/article/2001561030/why-opposition-should-just-settle-on-sifuna-as-flag-bearer 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Why Opposition should just settle on Sifuna as flag bearer https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TFgoJkfR3S1pcMtsi4oLrpXkQqfCLf7lzSZk8ijy.jpg Gachagua needs to break the cycle of political patronage dominated by the Kikuyu and Kalenjins, while Kalonzo has a chance to make history by paving the way for a younger generation. Why Opposition should just settle on Sifuna as flag bearer Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001561032/livestreaming-execution-will-cast-america-out-of-the-civilised-world 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Livestreaming execution will cast America out of the civilised world https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/YReWTXIAWbhQgLf0PjB866BXgcL0CLLkqcl55jLZ.jpg America is preparing to publicly livestream the execution of convict Nidal Hasan by firing squad this December. Livestreaming execution will cast America out of the civilised world Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001561035/junets-explanation-for-missing-raila-memorial-is-not-convincing 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Junet's explanation for missing Raila memorial is not convincing https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hfZZyXRTosI1xejbbOod8qpY4PgWzrRvB9jUQun8.jpg Junet Mohammed was among the politicians widely regarded as close to Raila and entrusted with important responsibilities within his political camp. Junet's explanation for missing Raila memorial is not convincing Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001561037/do-not-allow-russia-ukraine-war-to-spread-to-africa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Do not allow Russia-Ukraine war to spread to Africa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RWkqnrkKis0xbG7Gbf0Sg3SzqbKE2w2Hl3pLne2Z.jpg The Russia-Ukraine war began in Europe, but its widening geopolitical reach risks drawing African countries and their fragile conflicts into a contest that is not theirs to fight. Do not allow Russia-Ukraine war to spread to Africa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001561039/saccos-struggle-to-lend-mortgages-as-loans-drop-by-sh27-billion 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Saccos struggle to lend mortgages as loans drop by Sh2.7 billion https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/s6WaiToSHzeS7nDTOuhbTitHUxrzN1uzR6f0CChT.jpg Kenyan Saccos’ mortgage disbursements fell by 26.75 per cent to Sh7.47 billion in 2025, despite land and housing remaining their largest lending sector. Saccos struggle to lend mortgages as loans drop by Sh2.7 billion Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561042/i-was-misled-muslim-convert-reveals-makenzis-cult-rituals-and-hidden-graves 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 'I was misled:' Muslim convert reveals Makenzi's cult rituals and hidden graves https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NQcPZPblfQ6Rxjy3l0VLBZEOtIyGSBYwnyG2FhzU.jpg Man testifies how he was misled by controversial pastor Paul Makenzi to convert from Muslim to Christianity. 'I was misled:' Muslim convert reveals Makenzi's cult rituals and hidden graves Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001561047/traumatised-and-silenced-schoolboys-recount-nights-of-alleged-sexual-abuse-by-medic 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Traumatised and silenced: Schoolboys recount nights of alleged sexual abuse by medic https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bUskauLDWQ4rACxZFhPNI3VdpVTpGmnUEelr21Vp.jpg Several teenage boys from vulnerable families and supported by an organisation based in Sondu claim that they were defiled by a HIV/Aids counsellor based at the Sondu Sub-County Hospital. Traumatised and silenced: Schoolboys recount nights of alleged sexual abuse by medic Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001561050/housing-struggles-leave-vulnerable-families-without-decent-homes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Housing struggles leave vulnerable families without decent homes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/qHqFeQgnfzqnKoe8Sdc3AjS6LpXozsKcwHOxqgoo.jpg Nearly nine in 10 Kenyans are cutting essential spending to afford housing, as Habitat for Humanity Kenya partners with communities to build decent homes for vulnerable families. Housing struggles leave vulnerable families without decent homes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561051/illegal-rutos-cabinet-faces-sack-for-failing-to-meet-gender-requirement 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Illegal: Ruto's cabinet faces sack for failing to meet gender requirement https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QrqYpVbg2zwSeF0ulRFC6yl8hINs2X8LyPXbAxzC.jpg On the day his Cabinet was staring at dissolution, President Ruto announced the date of Talanta Stadium opening with a match being played by European giants Bayern Munich against Ajax Amsterdam. Illegal: Ruto's cabinet faces sack for failing to meet gender requirement Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001561052/property-firm-announces-first-sh121-million-reit-interim-dividend-payout 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Property firm announces first Sh121 million REIT interim dividend payout https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WMatCOt146jRhWok7V4LbfLkUlCJu7Kym75TqOpH.jpg Africa Logistics Properties has declared its first Sh120.9 million REIT dividend while launching its new West Kivu warehouse development in Kiambu. Property firm announces first Sh121 million REIT interim dividend payout Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001561055/joint-eac-alliance-seeks-to-turn-the-tide-on-choking-lake-victoria 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Joint EAC alliance seeks to turn the tide on choking Lake Victoria https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yo3uUWbwSDdjtK6VuQUvxWMUT3fmg3aZKt8b9ige.jpg East African Community states are seeking stronger regional cooperation to tackle pollution, improve maritime safety and protect livelihoods around Lake Victoria. Joint EAC alliance seeks to turn the tide on choking Lake Victoria Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561056/odm-uda-pre-election-talks-trigger-storm-ahead-of-the-2027-race 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 ODM-UDA pre-election talks trigger storm ahead of the 2027 race https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dwPClkkGWiggu120oEqLcH6wkK7USlREibeyjM2p.jpg President William Ruto’s quest to galvanise support in ODM’s perceived political strongholds is facing a litmus test amid disquiet between the Orange party and UDA over the proposed pre-election pact. ODM-UDA pre-election talks trigger storm ahead of the 2027 race Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561058/linda-mwananchi-ushers-in-new-dawn-with-party-launch 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Linda Mwananchi ushers in new dawn with party launch https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wHRwOkWCKZsYVAZ0ulSkjwHxYTkorvAw8PTgHj97.jpg The Linda Mwananchi Movement will on Thursday take its political ambitions to the next level, with its official party launch. Linda Mwananchi ushers in new dawn with party launch Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001561059/tea-exporters-get-relief-as-tbk-suspends-levy-on-court-orders 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Tea exporters get relief as TBK suspends levy on court orders https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hUy4MtmIN0Y73tCBQ23DhJF0ONjZQE4N5Gmp0v0Q.jpg The High Court has suspended Kenya’s 0.8 per cent tea levy on imports and exports, halting a tax that the Tea Board of Kenya expected to raise Sh1.2 billion annually. Tea exporters get relief as TBK suspends levy on court orders Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561061/the-fall-of-ford-kenya-how-wetangulas-political-fortress-is-crumbling 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 The fall of Ford-Kenya: How Wetang'ula's political fortress Is crumbling https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZXObJ6aB4Fo0wSxG7NtGNZ0y0BeeMNu2Tk129h7V.jpg From its historic role in Kenya’s multiparty struggle to mounting pressure from UDA and rebellion in Bungoma, Ford-Kenya faces a defining test of its political survival. The fall of Ford-Kenya: How Wetang'ula's political fortress Is crumbling Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561063/judiciary-trains-400-officers-to-handle-2027-election-disputes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Judiciary trains 400 officers to handle 2027 election disputes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5QtdW4h88Z1cO5FH4ut7TkM1kNcSRjNdQgWWz9Jb.jpg The Judiciary has started training more than 400 judges, judicial officers and staff to handle disputes arising from the 2027 General Election, Chief Justice Martha Koome has announced. Judiciary trains 400 officers to handle 2027 election disputes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001561064/africas-digital-agriculture-sector-faces-funding-crunch 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Africa's digital agriculture sector faces funding crunch https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/EKmIEeXRbHMZjfQanXWWs1W91d0Nh29I504OtvHN.jpg Africa’s digital agriculture sector faces a funding crunch as industry leaders call for private investment and sustainable business models to maintain technology-driven services. Africa's digital agriculture sector faces funding crunch Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001561066/judge-declines-to-stop-lawyers-prosecution-over-sh125-million-row 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Judge declines to stop lawyer's prosecution over Sh12.5 million row https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lG4AYU4yhwEejnbjKqFJ4nvYvnePnxHKElEPgoXI.jpg A lawyer accused of obtaining Sh12.5 million from Nepal’s honorary consul Dr Jimmy Askar through false pretences has failed to convince the High Court to stop his prosecution. Judge declines to stop lawyer's prosecution over Sh12.5 million row Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/motorsport/article/2001561067/kigali-took-the-chequered-flag-while-nairobi-was-still-looking-for-the-keys 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Kigali took the chequered flag while Nairobi was still looking for the keys https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/U3AYNQ6nAmmp1wP4w8uk7DdbyXxNdbXxmiMpSdo2.jpg Rwanda’s F1 deal exposes Kenya’s missed opportunities in motorsport and the need for long-term investment. Kigali took the chequered flag while Nairobi was still looking for the keys Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001561068/state-offers-lecturers-sh20b-pay-deal-unions-set-to-call-off-strike 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 State offers lecturers Sh20b pay deal, unions set to call off strike https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/plrg24PEzSxRxkdz1R9usPajysEMyyjmG7f0TQuL.jpg The month-long lecturers’ strike could end as early as Friday after the Government offered a new Sh20 billion pay deal, raising hopes of a return to normal learning in public universities. State offers lecturers Sh20b pay deal, unions set to call off strike Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001561069/bayern-ajax-date-booked-for-talanta-stadium 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Bayern, Ajax date booked for Talanta Stadium https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2qtaub0v0uIplbYsluUs4Gkgq0bUSwaPuhuPTyo2.jpg Bayern Munich and Ajax are scheduled to play an exhibition match at Nairobi’s Raila Odinga International Stadium on January 5, 2027, ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. Bayern, Ajax date booked for Talanta Stadium Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001561070/release-abducted-tanzanian-amnesty-international-tells-state 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Release abducted Tanzanian, Amnesty International tells state https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/k2Q3Hb4H9iPkbE25cJmTG59wjMEPDHuhEqVhhdbG.jpg Amnesty International has demanded the release of Tanzanian activist Twaha Mwaipaya, who was reportedly abducted in Machakos County last weekend. Release abducted Tanzanian, Amnesty International tells state Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001561071/history-makers-junior-starlets-face-japan-test-today 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 History makers Junior Starlets face Japan test today https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6hflU34ElGqEa4S7rXH7Z8Lu7iKerIrpNx5jTI2c.jpg Kenya’s Junior Starlets face Japan in the Under-17 Women’s World Cup Round of 16, aiming to reach the quarter-finals for the first time after a historic 4-0 win over Samoa. History makers Junior Starlets face Japan test today Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001561072/fresh-petition-could-stall-tsc-ceo-recruitment 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Fresh petition could stall TSC CEO recruitment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/l9k5R2m1wTzgsoeUX6sc8HnkPR6j2acdSe5r5mMD.jpg The hiring of a new Teachers Service Commission boss could for the third time suffer a setback after a fresh petition was filed seeking to stop the recruitment process over alleged irregularities. Fresh petition could stall TSC CEO recruitment Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001561075/six-days-on-16-people-remain-missing-in-eastleigh-building-tragedy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Six days on, 16 people remain missing in Eastleigh building tragedy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XB6DMv8HElBTxh98b9XbNb2NWf9bwzC2Or3vr64H.jpg Rescue operations at the site of the collapsed building in Eastleigh, Nairobi, entered the sixth day with the number of people still unaccounted for dropping to 16 from 20. Six days on, 16 people remain missing in Eastleigh building tragedy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561077/why-ruto-is-facing-tough-battle-in-picking-runningmate 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Why Ruto is facing tough battle in picking runningmate https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4SeJY7vmEXUIAyAfzwlW3W7DSrLN4hjwuzxcTDct.jpg Rigathi Gachagua urges opposition leaders seeking to unseat President Ruto to hit the ground and convince voters, saying Kenyans cannot vote for leaders they have neither seen nor heard. Why Ruto is facing tough battle in picking runningmate Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001561078/gachagua-we-cannot-allow-ruto-to-harass-our-candidate 1.0 The Standard en 2026-10-29 Gachagua: We cannot allow Ruto to harass our candidate https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IAOd6YE8TmX0OfZx07TjPrYaYupOP86anHzefHUI.jpg DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua has urged opposition principals to restrain their supporters and cease giving conditions in the quest to pick a single candidate to unseat President William Ruto. Gachagua: We cannot allow Ruto to harass our candidate Nairobi, Kenya 2026-10-29 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke 2026-10-30 ; https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/4/business 0.9 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/1/counties 0.9 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/588/national 0.9 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/3/politics 0.9 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/198/politics 0.9 2026-10-30 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/category/5/world 0.9 2026-10-30