https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/alexander-chagema/article/2001545244/look-closely-at-your-current-and-aspiring-leaders-ahead-of-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Look closely at your current and aspiring leaders ahead of 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/X7HGMOl7GQG0egomMnVPzR7gel9rwWeZwMQmdNjf.jpg What should worry Kenyans about 2027 is the lack of specifics on critical national issues as coalitions are being assembled and handshakes are being planned. Look closely at your current and aspiring leaders ahead of 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545251/festival-explores-heavy-emotional-burdens-learners-carry-in-school 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Festival explores heavy emotional burdens learners carry in school https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/U5qeLtS5fMq1wSf692E8rKs8QmTw2F6OwDa4mbId.jpg At the National Drama Festival, students are using performance art to expose hidden struggles in schools, from mental health challenges to unsafe environments and academic pressure. Festival explores heavy emotional burdens learners carry in school Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001545258/dpp-sued-over-dropped-suspects-in-baby-pendo-case 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 DPP sued over dropped suspects in Baby Pendo case https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0oGgy768yST07YWlJbL4NYuv0VQdyqPkUfXTLh1r.jpg Victims, rights groups and the LSK have sued the DPP over the decision to drop senior police officers from the suspects list in the Baby Pendo murder and 2017 post-election violence case. DPP sued over dropped suspects in Baby Pendo case Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001545259/between-bombardment-and-poverty-two-different-crises-one-human-cost 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Between bombardment and poverty: Two different crises, one human cost https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/U8yFBRIPcQ19VzqYIuM1iwHOsVG919EvJONeRb7B.jpg In Israel, the crisis is externally imposed and directly experienced, while in Palestine, the crisis is internally absorbed and psychologically mediated. Between bombardment and poverty: Two different crises, one human cost Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001545261/why-local-bpo-sector-stands-out-among-its-regional-peers 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Why local BPO sector stands out among its regional peers https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/n28gsUyfrV0bqGvwGciXmLXjpFLtP4p6SrDtZeew.jpg Kenya’s BPO sector has evolved from early infrastructure setbacks into a competitive, tech-driven industry powered by improved connectivity, talent and digital innovation. Why local BPO sector stands out among its regional peers Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001545262/russian-mercenaries-are-failing-across-africa-insecurity-is-rising 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Russian mercenaries are failing across Africa, insecurity is rising https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pSe8HLyE7mJRJHirpvHVjRKuoV9eVAlsRmUlLjqE.jpg Africa Corps’ predecessor, the infamous Wagner Group, primarily provided ‘security’ and military training and, in return, received benefits such as access to minerals. Russian mercenaries are failing across Africa, insecurity is rising Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001545266/nurses-strike-paralyses-services-at-kenyatta-national-hospital 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Nurses strike paralyses services at Kenyatta National Hospital https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KNe0hqALgwUUm7IFfKoSasW0BviXCz2CwQF9mHF2.jpg A nurses’ strike at Kenyatta National Hospital has paralysed services as staff protest unremitted salary deductions and mounting financial distress. Nurses strike paralyses services at Kenyatta National Hospital Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545270/to-reach-singapore-kenya-must-avoid-the-political-path-that-leads-to-haiti 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 To reach Singapore, Kenya must avoid the political path that leads to Haiti https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/PdxgANzz4vIzq36U8hIhSywbsAfeC3oN3MnB9eWV.jpg Rising political violence and “goon” culture in Kenya could push the country towards instability unless urgent action is taken ahead of the 2027 elections. To reach Singapore, Kenya must avoid the political path that leads to Haiti Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001545276/imf-boss-warns-global-system-not-ready-for-ai-cyber-threats 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 IMF boss warns global system not ready for AI cyber threats https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZMYQ4iIctQncNHj2mYFQtFi21ls99K7WitXOugNX.jpg IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has warned that the global financial system is unprepared for rising AI-driven cyber threats, as concerns grow over risks to financial stability. IMF boss warns global system not ready for AI cyber threats Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545277/i-will-not-resign-wandayi-defiant-as-fuel-probe-drags-on 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 I will not resign: Wandayi defiant as fuel probe drags on https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HoyEmPKE3EHOykXSCsCYfx96x6hsw5fUFVMWAdI1.jpg Questions are mounting over a high-profile arrest after no charges have been filed, with the DPP saying it has not received any inquiry file from investigators. I will not resign: Wandayi defiant as fuel probe drags on Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545278/anxiety-as-kenyans-brace-for-new-fuel-prices 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Anxiety as Kenyans brace for new fuel prices https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DYkXXLRVPGKrDvF8sFWSslpYj7M4IT2w9L5uQlcc.jpg Kenyans are bracing for new fuel prices amid shortages, rising pump costs, and growing pressure for accountability over a disputed fuel importation saga. Anxiety as Kenyans brace for new fuel prices Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001545281/no-day-in-court-for-fuel-bosses-as-probe-remains-incomplete 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 No day in court for fuel bosses as probe remains incomplete https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tXqGzNWffui8fmGucL5jOrhchB2ViHF3gf9Tz6LE.jpg Fuel sector officials were not arraigned in court as expected after investigators failed to complete the case file, delaying possible charges. No day in court for fuel bosses as probe remains incomplete Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001545284/ruto-on-gusii-projects-blitz-with-eye-on-2027 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-14 Ruto on Gusii projects blitz with eye on 2027 https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Ixl1MZKRCgZKfahgAbqTYu2EdIlMR0rpVqRQ1f7E.jpg President Ruto has launched and promised multi-billion shilling development projects in Gusii as he steps up his political and infrastructure push ahead of the 2027 elections. Ruto on Gusii projects blitz with eye on 2027 Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-14 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001545216/philippines-accuses-china-of-poisoning-disputed-waters 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Philippines accuses China of poisoning disputed waters https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nAALTVnOcOTjAiMkewXdj7LdQzTAemDnhKJanQ7u.jpg The Philippines accused Chinese fishermen on Monday of pouring cyanide in waters in the Spratly Islands, a flashpoint in the disputed South China Sea. Philippines accuses China of poisoning disputed waters Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001545217/french-lawmakers-to-debate-bill-to-return-colonial-era-art 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 French lawmakers to debate bill to return colonial-era art https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/s1RCkyy64zL8EiV62qidYuYdP80VpN42lKBLFJIm.jpg France's lawmakers will on Monday debate a bill to simplify the return of artworks looted during the colonial era to their countries of origin. French lawmakers to debate bill to return colonial-era art Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545218/body-of-missing-riat-college-student-found-in-kisumu-forest 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Body of missing RIAT College student found in Kisumu forest https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/moBsh7RXtK2YbGqBZlTCPFucTOmwoOJR2RLkjsh3.jpg The victim was lured into a drinking spree by two male colleagues from the same institution. Body of missing RIAT College student found in Kisumu forest Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001545219/us-military-to-begin-blockade-of-iranian-ports-on-monday 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 US military to begin blockade of Iranian ports on Monday https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uKeT81UizwhazO4is3LWzlii7FQ6RuqzYwTEGiyE.jpg The US military said it would begin a blockade of all Iranian ports on Monday, after talks between the warring sides in Pakistan collapsed. US military to begin blockade of Iranian ports on Monday Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001545220/state-threatens-to-revoke-licenses-of-13000-saccos-over-non-compliance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 State threatens to revoke licenses of 13,000 Saccos over non-compliance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WdhM6sDe7txOxyB4rYWLrS6xUN0Ef7wLMDlIhOqP.jpg The government has given 13,000 cooperatives a 21-day ultimatum to comply with financial accountability or have their licenses revoked in new reforms. State threatens to revoke licenses of 13,000 Saccos over non-compliance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001545221/disarmament-drive-divides-turkana-leaders-as-violence-escalates 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Disarmament drive divides Turkana leaders as violence escalates https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8TP0ZORxGTZKo4rE2tS3MhaC9RGlzcfyRy0tQlUy.jpg Sharp divisions have emerged among leaders over the disarmament in Turkana, with growing concern that the operation meant to restore order may be deepening tensions on the ground. Disarmament drive divides Turkana leaders as violence escalates Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001545224/kenyas-top-teams-ready-for-east-africa-games-after-nationals-showdown 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Kenya's top teams ready for East Africa games after nationals showdown https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WZpyCDeKPi6LGTHxJgWFMuKJukfzkVPNYjmmEGTY.jpg Butere Girls and Moi Girls Kamusinga were the only schools that defended their titles. KSSSA welcomes five new champions ahead of the regional games in Tanzania. Kenya's top teams ready for East Africa games after nationals showdown Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001545225/opposition-warns-country-risks-sliding-into-anarchy-over-political-violence 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Opposition warns country risks sliding into anarchy over political violence https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/k9J6mlpvXvcPHGjS3KW03wchwcFOAvv18wtUmtF4.jpg The United Opposition leaders on Sunday warned that the country could slide into anarchy if the government fails to contain political violence. Opposition warns country risks sliding into anarchy over political violence Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/branding-voice/article/2001545226/njogu-and-cunji-top-mt-kipipiri-open-golf-championships 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Njogu and Cunji top Mt. Kipipiri Open Golf championships https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/coDC9xNoi2AUAJkY1ZcRn2BjBBQx6yt9CxKyTF2O.jpg Captain Milind Patel and the club were happy to have hosted the inaugural event that promoted amateur and professional golfing in the region and the country at large. Njogu and Cunji top Mt. Kipipiri Open Golf championships Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001545228/fifa-series-harambee-starlets-sh15-million-richer-after-2-0-win-over-india-australia-final-next 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 FIFA Series: Harambee Starlets Sh1.5 million richer after 2-0 win over India, Australia final next https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/quhmLizxVwT3cBXdoeG0MytY4Fj2yfoJX2PjzOZ0.jpg Harambee Starlets continued their impressive rise in the FIFA Series with a commanding 2-0 victory over India at Nyayo National Stadium on Saturday. FIFA Series: Harambee Starlets Sh1.5 million richer after 2-0 win over India, Australia final next Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001545229/wetangula-last-man-standing-in-kenya-kwanza-power-politics 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Wetang'ula: Last man standing in Kenya Kwanza power politics https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/g72k9mBu2VuYcKpVEeNtLQ1X2h9Bows5JbzGUpnl.jpg Speaker Moses Wetang’ula remains the last man standing in the Kenya Kwanza coalition after resisting pressure to have Ford Kenya Party, merge with UDA. Wetang'ula: Last man standing in Kenya Kwanza power politics Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001545230/didmus-barasa-eyes-governor-seat-in-the-2027-polls-on-uda-ticket 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Didmus Barasa eyes governor seat in the 2027 polls on UDA ticket https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dldccBjDsvmGDaJS2uevdDVo3tm6w74jBxdHHVxu.png Barasa says that his decision to enter the gubernatorial race was driven by the urgent need to address systemic failures. Didmus Barasa eyes governor seat in the 2027 polls on UDA ticket Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001545231/wetangula-clergy-raise-concern-over-culture-of-hiring-goons-to-disrupt-rallies 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Wetang'ula, clergy raise concern over culture of hiring goons to disrupt rallies https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/37TLdQ8AuqwEh5nLpFE7OrnpyhFHjbWmNKBT0k8D.jpg Church leaders in western Kenya and National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula have raised concern over the rising political violence at public rallies. Wetang'ula, clergy raise concern over culture of hiring goons to disrupt rallies Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001545232/farmers-decry-shortage-of-fertilizer 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Farmers decry shortage of fertilizer https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ZVcQcMaHghTd0OQrWXwwmwPSTzscbRdSuYc5oUPI.png It is tiresome camping at the Cereal board for over a week without getting fertiliser. Farmers decry shortage of fertilizer Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001545233/briefcase-parties 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Briefcase Parties... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Anu2Idghd5xenrTzWqj7pY62djzTzOwihYYLRhYn.jpg Briefcase Parties... Briefcase Parties... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001545235/ex-cmc-motors-manager-loses-sh44m-award-from-wrongful-dismissal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Ex-CMC Motors manager loses Sh4.4m award from wrongful dismissal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XppNSvwqmu4d1HhNq2zxXvIhvMzE5LnttVZV3ak3.jpg The Appellate court set aside the Sh4.4 million award by the High Court for wrongful dismissal after finding that the former CMC Motors manager, Yasser Swaleh was rightfully terminated. Ex-CMC Motors manager loses Sh4.4m award from wrongful dismissal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001545236/mathare-united-edge-new-mathare-fc-in-slum-derby 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Mathare United edge New Mathare FC in slum derby https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nIgBNeEsJKCPd9mlcvevHUjaEcjAwuAqudMd9KRL.jpg Daglas Mokaya’s freekick goal in the 30th minute was enough to send the over 3000 fans into delirium in the adrenaline filled Slum Derby. Mathare United edge New Mathare FC in slum derby Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001545237/rosenior-admits-chelsea-in-difficult-place 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Rosenior admits Chelsea in 'difficult place' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cK6rz0SSCTzYwGZezdMUZMDM4wYnq6mM50sSE95A.jpg Liam Rosenior admitted Chelsea are in a "difficult place" after Sunday's dismal 3-0 defeat against Manchester City piled pressure on the Blues boss. Rosenior admits Chelsea in 'difficult place' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545238/china-launches-ai-powered-digital-doctor-platform-for-parkinsons-disease 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 China launches AI-powered digital doctor platform for Parkinson's disease https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rbwN9RuWEPRwcJpotj2jW6jUNWU8WLb24tCNbpMV.jpg Parkinson's disease is emerging as a common chronic condition among older adults, prompting China to launch the first AI-powered digital doctor platform for the disease. China launches AI-powered digital doctor platform for Parkinson's disease Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/premier-league/article/2001545239/man-city-must-respect-arsenal-in-title-showdown-says-guardiola 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Man City must respect Arsenal in title showdown, says Guardiola https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/kTLoXG4QQk9BMd6XT7kW2Frr6qU1OrbBoyS8Jq4f.jpg Pep Guardiola insisted Manchester City must respect Arsenal when they face the Premier League leaders in a seismic title showdown next weekend. Man City must respect Arsenal in title showdown, says Guardiola Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545240/knh-nurses-strike-over-pay-delays-and-staff-shortages 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 KNH nurses strike over pay delays and staff shortages https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0v9bn9ejuIFHwvPjX9XwFiZ2N6sue925fhnQPlBj.jpg Staff shortages were also highlighted as a major issue. KNH nurses strike over pay delays and staff shortages Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545243/state-to-spend-sh70-million-on-fencing-oloolua-forest 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 State to spend Sh70 million on fencing Oloolua Forest https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mcnX6mxSwiRdnJ0bBPTIDUNE52unVwwSdrwPaJvl.jpg The government plans to spend more than Sh70 million on fencing Oloolua Forest in Kajiado County, following the ongoing grabbing and encroachment. State to spend Sh70 million on fencing Oloolua Forest Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/lifestyle/article/2001545245/artists-uses-music-to-woo-gen-z-voters-in-samburu 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Artists uses music to woo Gen Z voters in Samburu https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/48h4Hj76IDLzvfdOn89BtvKcIn16svhEG7fwOO3R.png Musicians from Samburu County have turned to music and dance as an innovative strategy to attract Generation Z voters. Artists uses music to woo Gen Z voters in Samburu Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001545247/uon-lecturers-demand-substantive-leadership 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 UoN lecturers demand substantive leadership https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6nBV966EeMRvUmUHChAKVeAdFPZawB8zangOYDvD.jpg The Universities’ Academic Staff Union (UASU) University of Nairobi chapter has raised concerns over a deepening leadership and financial crisis at the University of Nairobi. UoN lecturers demand substantive leadership Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001545248/elderly-couple-found-dead-in-suspected-murder-suicide 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Elderly couple found dead in suspected murder-suicide https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jDRU4qIGtlHUlCAOqkg2GTXugsmj6BwsIbae3Pbn.jpg A family in Naivasha is trying to come to terms with a shocking incident where a 72-year-old man is suspected of killing his 64-year-old wife before taking his life. Elderly couple found dead in suspected murder-suicide Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/counties/article/2001545249/bishop-kimengich-tells-government-to-stop-the-culture-of-goons 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Bishop Kimengich tells government to stop the culture of goons https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/f5AM1iJMVNUVJpvq4zxfZvLzh92kBhKI77qRXaKo.png Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret Dominic Kimengich has asked state agencies to restore order. Bishop Kimengich tells government to stop the culture of goons Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001545250/court-gives-dci-30-days-to-probe-disappearance-of-nakuru-fisherman 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Court gives DCI 30 days to probe disappearance of Nakuru fisherman https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5qWNQhlspK1eofhq59726NqA3JiWAMMPsspfCNCP.jpg Chief Magistrate Tito Gesora suspended the public inquest saying this could only proceed if Brian Stingo’s body had been found, a post-mortem conducted and a report filed. Court gives DCI 30 days to probe disappearance of Nakuru fisherman Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001545252/deputy-president-post-is-not-up-for-negotiation-cs-ruku-tells-odm 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Deputy President post is not up for negotiation, CS Ruku tells ODM https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rqdxMKyZ8s9UTEgjrc3oJqKoHfFTZbXDURBPZMJF.jpg Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku says the Deputy President position currently held by Prof Kithure Kindiki is politically anchored in the Mt Kenya region. Deputy President post is not up for negotiation, CS Ruku tells ODM Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545253/i-will-not-resign-energy-cs-wandayi-says 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 'I will not resign!' - Energy CS Wandayi says https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lhKiYdKHIm4OJY5OvpKL770bsLq27xRSi8Y9NTrS.jpg Energy CS Wandayi says no officials knew oil was outside G-to-G deal; confirms DCI probe denying coercion in resignations of three energy chiefs 'I will not resign!' - Energy CS Wandayi says Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001545255/lutheran-evangelical-church-leadership-row-lands-in-court 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Lutheran Evangelical church leadership row lands in court https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UPG2T1LST6pInyYzg09AmFlJO8b8qjoAxsI6Ie11.jpg The Lutheran Evangelical church has joined religious organisations whose leadership wrangles have spilled into court. Lutheran Evangelical church leadership row lands in court Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001545256/cameroons-catholics-divided-on-papal-visit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Cameroon's Catholics divided on papal visit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ylmkUNbHd6hvzFja1Pbw6zpFs0Zbeydi89bHpLLD.jpg As rumours emerged of a papal visit, some of Cameroon's Catholics voiced fears the trip would give President Biya a chance to polish his image after protests following his contested re-election. Cameroon's Catholics divided on papal visit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001545257/popes-african-tour-begins-in-shadow-of-trump-ire 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Pope's African tour begins in shadow of Trump ire https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/dcbcD67zxVAxh1ixg7AJOqUARGZQkOG3cW0Soii7.jpg Pope Leo XIV began a landmark visit to Algeria Monday in the first trip to the Muslim-majority country by a pontiff that risked being overshadowed by criticism from US President Donald Trump. Pope's African tour begins in shadow of Trump ire Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education-and-training/article/2001545260/chinese-language-mandarin-gains-popularity-among-kenyans-as-golden-key-to-trade-opportunities 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Chinese language Mandarin gains popularity among Kenyans as 'golden key' to trade, opportunities https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QeIPsBDAVtg30QUEdP2sYqvnbVXoZAODFfIPP2fa.png The Kenyan government has already identified 20 pilot schools to host Chinese language teachers Chinese language Mandarin gains popularity among Kenyans as 'golden key' to trade, opportunities Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/europe/article/2001545263/europe-reacts-to-orbans-electoral-defeat-in-hungary 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Europe reacts to Orban's electoral defeat in Hungary https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ck7s3eJGswWMevsD6uSkJaSnjQ3IF1culmqIu0IA.jpg Much of Europe has responded with relief to the defeat of Viktor Orban, Hungary's longtime premier who took pride in being a "thorn" in the European Union's side. Europe reacts to Orban's electoral defeat in Hungary Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001545264/french-court-jails-lafarge-ex-ceo-for-funding-is-in-syria 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 French court jails Lafarge ex-CEO for funding IS in Syria https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4FykhqxIwBK5ZiARDD7I9a8uyjOB6xXTasZYnaZQ.jpg A French court on Monday fined the cement group Lafarge over $1.3 million and sentenced its former boss to six years in prison for paying protection money to the IS in war-torn Syria. French court jails Lafarge ex-CEO for funding IS in Syria Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/europe/article/2001545265/pro-eu-magyar-vows-new-era-in-hungary-after-ousting-orban-in-vote 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Pro-EU Magyar vows 'new era' in Hungary after ousting Orban in vote https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8u0rBlkTMRyhghMTKcd9B5mFNMgt1GyFAU8aSPDU.jpg Hungarian prime minister-elect Peter Magyar pledged on Monday to usher in a "new era" after defeating nationalist leader Viktor Orban in elections seen as a blow to hard-right populism. Pro-EU Magyar vows 'new era' in Hungary after ousting Orban in vote Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001545267/fesbeth-shimo-la-tewa-dagoretti-shine-as-drama-festival-winners-crowned 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Fesbeth, Shimo la Tewa, Dagoretti shine as drama festival winners crowned https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/99eKkpuMHUSvbinzvipTEZ95IlxZtUz7EZlDdnZg.jpg The curtains fell on this year’s Kenya National Drama and Film Festival with a celebration of creativity, innovation and powerful storytelling. Fesbeth, Shimo la Tewa, Dagoretti shine as drama festival winners crowned Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/coast/article/2001545268/lamu-backs-drought-plan-as-focus-shifts-to-long-term-resilience 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Lamu backs drought plan as focus shifts to long-term resilience https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uMY6ZX0c9oSNa9B58dJyr47G6ZbdZjfHMHKOfX2j.jpg Lamu County has endorsed a new drought framework focused on long-term resilience, shifting from emergency response to sustainable solutions for water, food security and climate adaptation. Lamu backs drought plan as focus shifts to long-term resilience Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001545269/alcohol-smugglers-ditch-flashy-cars-for-ambulances-to-evade-police 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Alcohol smugglers ditch flashy cars for ambulances to evade police https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RxsR4OXfPvqRJ6jBCGvXAFWC2gK3qmBpGZ9DcZHl.jpg As Kenya intensifies its crackdown on illicit alcohol and drugs, traffickers are adopting new tactics, including using ambulances, to evade law enforcement. Alcohol smugglers ditch flashy cars for ambulances to evade police Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001545271/pope-says-doesnt-fear-trump-has-moral-duty-to-speak-out-against-war 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Pope says doesn't fear Trump, has 'moral duty to speak out' against war https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8KBLTH6rm2G0VyPwivwyo7PgMIYPTgGUcgrBupmI.jpg Pope Leo XIV said Monday he had "a moral duty" to speak out against war and didn't "fear" President Donald Trump after the US leader criticised his calls for an end to Middle East war. Pope says doesn't fear Trump, has 'moral duty to speak out' against war Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/europe/article/2001545274/norwegian-effectively-cured-of-hiv-after-transplant-from-brother 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Norwegian effectively cured of HIV after transplant from brother https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/70C4bwYkpK3xR8tYKFy1YD6ug9Oljcm7OXPm1TLx.jpg A Norwegian man has been effectively cured of HIV after receiving a stem cell transplant from his brother, doctors announced on Monday. Norwegian effectively cured of HIV after transplant from brother Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/america/article/2001545275/judge-tosses-trump-defamation-suit-against-wall-street-journal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Judge tosses Trump defamation suit against Wall Street Journal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HJz8NBGYnJiSwrpiFs8SxRxMba5O6Ixd14AdRDrX.jpg A US federal judge on Monday tossed out a $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump against The Wall Street Journal. Judge tosses Trump defamation suit against Wall Street Journal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545280/orengo-puts-police-on-notice-over-osotsi-attack 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Orengo puts police on notice over Osotsi attack https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/e1xdKoQnvvi4LksqM2trT7fL8ec9tGTw9XqadV9Q.jpg Governor James Orengo demands arrest of all suspects who attacked Senator Osotsi including alleged leader Willis Akoth alias ‘Boi Akoth’, urges probe into link to Interior PS Omollo. Orengo puts police on notice over Osotsi attack Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545285/lawyers-boycott-machakos-high-court-over-corrupt-judge-transfer 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Lawyers boycott Machakos High Court over 'corrupt' judge transfer https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Br1m24tztVFk1jlkytmZPBpmdtE1jdKyM88U6EeI.jpg Lawyers protest transfer of Justice Josephine Wayua Wambua to Machakos High Court amid graft probe, vow to boycott court sessions, demand return of Justice Rhoda Rutto. Lawyers boycott Machakos High Court over 'corrupt' judge transfer Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001545177/why-parents-guardians-must-always-keep-an-eye-on-children 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Why parents, guardians must always keep an eye on children https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Gf90RbyRwMh6eK1XqaH92sh4JEsmp4dsLsCuuZGt.jpg Parents and guardians must remain vigilant at all times as children face increasing risks of sexual exploitation both offline and online. Why parents, guardians must always keep an eye on children Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/macharia-munene/article/2001545180/inside-william-rutos-raila-succession-plan 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Inside William Ruto's-Raila succession plan https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/I0h5mJUqsppN3cBAwSDAvcGkkIaZAHze1XqOxUIA.jpg President William Ruto is seeking to win over Luo Nyanza, a region long dominated by Raila Odinga, amid a historical legacy of political rivalry and succession struggles. Inside William Ruto's-Raila succession plan Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001545182/zimbabwe-must-not-squander-its-key-constitutional-moment 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Zimbabwe must not squander its key constitutional moment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/9l1RJ41bm5EyXWOJpbsur28ZLCXAmvlokBoKmDkL.jpg Zimbabwe must carefully navigate its constitutional moment by recognising that the parliamentary election of a president can still uphold democratic representation. Zimbabwe must not squander its key constitutional moment Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001545185/learners-spotlight-cbe-gaps-generational-change-mental-health-in-drama 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Learners spotlight CBE gaps, generational change, mental health in drama https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/XWCNAXtLugMWcIB8OdtaUuN5XdAdjW3gVFKyOKlA.jpg Learners at the national drama and film festival are using performance arts to highlight issues such as education inequality, mental health, and systemic gaps in Kenya’s CBE Sytem. Learners spotlight CBE gaps, generational change, mental health in drama Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001545186/kenya-tightens-grip-on-crypto-with-sh500m-capital-rule 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Kenya tightens grip on crypto with Sh500m capital rule https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/UMTX6vUMMimirJFxE4P9cyNI94dWXUFDHFLdzWvc.jpg Kenya plans to tighten the regulation of cryptocurrencies by requiring virtual asset service providers to meet high capital and licensing thresholds under the new VASP framework. Kenya tightens grip on crypto with Sh500m capital rule Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545190/private-safe-life-saving-bungoma-women-now-test-for-hpv-at-home 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Private, safe, life-saving: Bungoma women now test for HPV at home https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yv3VIripn1sUNHHbQGwPHDL1UcnLEcl8iynIia0k.jpg Women in Bungoma County embracing HPV self-sampling, a private and convenient method that improves access to cervical cancer screening and empowers them to take control of their health. Private, safe, life-saving: Bungoma women now test for HPV at home Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545192/not-a-death-sentence-i-have-lived-with-sickle-cell-disease-for-61-years 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Not a death sentence: I have lived with sickle cell disease for 61 years https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TKwC0OqSZNRBm6kZAExeIPtoEqam6Yx2LShMCW4k.jpg A 61-year-old Kenyan woman from Kenya is defying long-held myths by living with sickle cell disease, showing that it is not a death sentence despite high prevalence and misinformation. Not a death sentence: I have lived with sickle cell disease for 61 years Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545194/relief-or-motherhood-tough-choice-endometriosis-forces-on-women 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Relief or motherhood: Tough choice endometriosis forces on women https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2XkggDdM2YL9mxrRDR2bFvmzBPQFbhIi4KEPKulA.jpg Agnes Aluoch shares how endometriosis led to a life-altering hysterectomy, forcing a difficult choice between relief from chronic pain and the loss of her chance at biological motherhood. Relief or motherhood: Tough choice endometriosis forces on women Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545200/this-is-why-im-using-gastric-balloon-to-lose-weight-fatma-chidagaya 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 This is why I'm using gastric balloon to lose weight, Fatma Chidagaya https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NydREbw98DhjORjZq9eD1CAYGegqYM6DOoaCMc9R.jpg Fatma Chidagaya has begun a medically supervised weight-loss journey using the Allurion gastric balloon to help reduce appetite and achieve a healthier weight. This is why I'm using gastric balloon to lose weight, Fatma Chidagaya Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-opinion/article/2001545201/always-moving-signs-your-child-may-need-adhd-assessment 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Always moving? Signs your child may need ADHD assessment https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/yRTU7Z4U4apNaresXSyCK0NzJkfCWzrdeaKTP6UN.jpg Parents urged to closely observe early childhood behaviour, as persistent hyperactivity or withdrawal may signal the need for an ADHD assessment. Always moving? Signs your child may need ADHD assessment Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545204/cheers-to-ageing-alcohol-may-be-making-you-age-faster-study-finds 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Cheers to ageing? Alcohol may be making you age faster, study finds https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Jcum4pPtKI7ihCtdGyaFmItzHVpFBHSFJezRCoQL.jpg New research suggests that heavy alcohol consumption may accelerate biological ageing by damaging the body’s cellular “clocks,” raising public health concerns. Cheers to ageing? Alcohol may be making you age faster, study finds Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545205/firm-raises-health-concerns-over-reused-reheated-cooking-oil-urges-action 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Firm raises health concerns over reused, reheated cooking oil, urges action https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IidhvY7wmFvXGCDRbCdKv14fZE3yi4FahOTGFah7.jpg A firm in Kenya is warning that the repeated use and reheating of cooking oil poses serious health risks and is calling for stronger awareness and safer disposal practices. Firm raises health concerns over reused, reheated cooking oil, urges action Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001545206/study-online-abuse-bars-at-risk-youth-from-care 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Study: Online abuse bars at-risk youth from care https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/fkbOvpf2b2dTNF2lVmME5u6I99MTteUPyD9dDIN5.jpg A study by Kenya Legal and Ethical Issues Network on HIV and AIDS finds that online abuse and stigma are preventing vulnerable young people from accessing essential health information and care. Study: Online abuse bars at-risk youth from care Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001545207/barasa-condemns-goon-politics-urges-tolerance-after-burial-chaos 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Barasa condemns goon politics, urges tolerance after burial chaos https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/lBILwUtyLbohzg9GRjS0vwRbIt7i00YYqw9k2B3d.jpg Governor Fernandes Barasa has called for political tolerance and an end to hooliganism in Kakamega County following chaotic scenes at a recent burial. Barasa condemns goon politics, urges tolerance after burial chaos Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001545208/of-sh220m-succession-battle-and-joe-nyagas-burial-wishes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Of Sh220m succession battle and Joe Nyaga's burial wishes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RotcQUpbr8HK8mpLKdpFTYYAawskvyKspSqQZPKH.jpg A succession dispute over the estate of Joseph Nyagah has brought his burial wishes and personal “letter of wishes” into focus in a Sh220 million legal battle. Of Sh220m succession battle and Joe Nyaga's burial wishes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001545209/from-payroll-to-bank-documents-how-a-teachers-welfare-scheme-has-been-captured-by-relatives 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 From payroll to bank documents: How a teacher's welfare scheme has been captured by relatives https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Wts2M4nWrsqblc1nEAUCINNSLgMG8haebNbgmaiJ.jpg Allegations of mismanagement, nepotism and possible corruption have emerged within the Kenya Women Teachers Association over the handling of millions of shillings deducted from members’ salaries. From payroll to bank documents: How a teacher's welfare scheme has been captured by relatives Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001545211/ruto-i-can-invite-whoever-i-want-to-state-house 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Ruto: I can invite whoever I want to State House https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0COG5Pdd2kPiW3lH9v41ma7qSQ8zuQAVIyVkOvEH.jpg William Ruto has defended his right to host diverse groups at State House, insisting that all Kenyans are equal and rejecting criticism over his invitations. Ruto: I can invite whoever I want to State House Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001545213/otiende-urges-swift-uda-odm-talks 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Otiende urges swift UDA-ODM talks https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/R7l6apBIoHisC0EjULbF0r2J0rO0XnAFRn6tRisc.jpg Rarieda MP Otiende Amollo has urged President William Ruto and ODM leader Oburu Oginga to fast-track talks between UDA and ODM ahead of the 2027 elections. Otiende urges swift UDA-ODM talks Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001545214/seed-sovereignty-gmo-safety-debate-continue-to-divide-africa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Seed sovereignty, GMO safety debate continue to divide Africa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/uHGhnUN0yv1CelawOuSTEojZV18aOkgt5U6kVa3W.jpg The debate over GMOs in Africa continues to divide scientists, policymakers and activists, with supporters citing food security benefits while critics raise safety concerns. Seed sovereignty, GMO safety debate continue to divide Africa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-04-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001545215/choices-have-consequences 1.0 The Standard en 2026-04-13 Choices have consequences... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/o9lMbi1VB4s1oMHGLRyZg5pN0tDkzKV771TKIeiC.jpg Choices have consequences... Choices have consequences... 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