https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001562142/kajiado-race-will-be-interesting-to-watch-as-lenku-exits-the-scene 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Kajiado race will be interesting to watch as Lenku exits the scene https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RCAFNAoMGyKMiChC0JzD3QWziMkEPWbokTgdnM4g.jpg As the 2027 elections approach, Kajiado is shaping up for another competitive governor race with prominent figures seeking to succeed Governor Joseph Ole Lenku, who is serving his final term. Kajiado race will be interesting to watch as Lenku exits the scene Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001562144/the-good-and-the-bad-of-the-abshir-disappearance-ruling 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 The good and the bad of the Abshir disappearance ruling https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tdUSFpzuZS08LfxyfFmFOgyoxz67LGn874IEIgEo.jpg Advocate Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi's brother, Zakaria Abshir, asked the court to order the State to produce his brother, dead or alive, or explain his whereabouts. The good and the bad of the Abshir disappearance ruling Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001562146/circumcise-their-minds-first-its-cheaper-and-more-effective 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 'Circumcise' their minds first it's cheaper and more effective https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/z2kIqhRt1m0NXn5skivYGJfuKjb2yWevTJuzRgnr.jpg Let us de-circumcise the toxic masculinity that has been sold as the mark of manhood for far too long. 'Circumcise' their minds first it's cheaper and more effective Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001562147/dont-punish-legitimate-businesses-and-push-consumers-to-illicit-liquor 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Don't punish legitimate businesses and push consumers to illicit liquor https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mavUnqtMPvnaNcelyF5G1YeLtC52PjxvvLV0fNdq.jpg The Bill proposes strict measures that could restrict access to regulated products, increase business costs and push consumers towards informal markets. Don't punish legitimate businesses and push consumers to illicit liquor Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001562158/kuppet-loses-out-as-ruto-plans-to-merge-primary-and-junior-schools-funding 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Kuppet loses out as Ruto plans to merge primary and junior schools funding https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ugP7sWhOCv2NGkFONQp3ptlAbt2EH5nUnZoSPNcY.jpg President William Ruto has dealt a blow to the push for an independent Junior School, even as he revealed plans to merge Primary and Junior School funding. Kuppet loses out as Ruto plans to merge primary and junior schools funding Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001562160/ruto-natembeya-market-row-leaves-traders-stranded 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Ruto-Natembeya market row leaves traders stranded https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/3JQIN3CTEdatXAb3ADHC4xebapukBwQW4a7fwD61.jpg A standoff has ensued at the newly completed Masinde Muliro Modern Market in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County, over the allocation of 2,700 stalls. Ruto-Natembeya market row leaves traders stranded Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/peter-kimani/article/2001562161/mp-betty-maina-knows-only-truest-of-leaders-reckon-when-to-exit-the-stage 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 MP Betty Maina knows only truest of leaders reckon when to exit the stage https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/je4dmTC5KQFdlv8Xkl7H4L3xUIz8XAGpkRAiLmzX.jpg Murang’a Woman Rep Betty Maina, is a garrulous politician, so it was rather surprising to see her demure before a small gathering in Murang’a to thank her constituents and bid them farewell. MP Betty Maina knows only truest of leaders reckon when to exit the stage Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562169/missing-lawyer-found-in-marsabit-but-police-chiefs-still-face-questions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Missing lawyer found in Marsabit but police chiefs still face questions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/DjL36mcBwtt1m0w4gOH9YrBfKrQPSA8iP5Uq2qm7.jpg Police still have questions to answer on the abduction of lawyer Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi despite the lawyer and another abductee having been found dumped in Sololo, Marsabit County. Missing lawyer found in Marsabit but police chiefs still face questions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562173/of-rutos-doublespeak-from-cost-of-living-abductions-to-foreign-policy 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Of Ruto's doublespeak, from cost of living, abductions to foreign policy https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TvDJhkHt1Y3mxsvYXbOJnZRsGvT76Zd7qEyAqjm6.jpg President William Ruto has turned out to be the master of doublespeak often making contradictory statements that are the opposite of what he practices or says at different times. Of Ruto's doublespeak, from cost of living, abductions to foreign policy Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562174/survey-gives-sifuna-an-edge-over-ruto-signals-battle-for-raila-bloc 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Survey gives Sifuna an edge over Ruto, signals battle for Raila bloc https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1nLZtwnQ9Srg5U3TMp8fsL53nYIvLDvOraApMxT2.jpg Linda Mwananchi leader Edwin Sifuna would easily beat President William Ruto if elections were held today. Survey gives Sifuna an edge over Ruto, signals battle for Raila bloc Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562177/court-allows-state-to-hire-private-lawyers-but-warns-against-waste 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Court allows State to hire private lawyers but warns against waste https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WmN4iesPiUqWuT8W1M4yQlD0RKaxU6t0MYuOVDm2.jpg Judges rule that the outsourcing of legal service was regulated and any engagements require approvals offices of the Attorney General and County Attorney. Court allows State to hire private lawyers but warns against waste Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001562180/state-extends-high-sulphur-fuel-import-waiver-by-six-months 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 State extends high sulphur fuel import waiver by six months https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Xmm8q7at23y4SF8KwQD0bGxNOkUa6RlRtM6LecYp.jpg The government has extended a waiver that allows the petroleum sector to import fuel with significantly high sulphur content. State extends high sulphur fuel import waiver by six months Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562181/new-project-seeks-to-keep-children-in-families-instead-of-care-homes 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 New project seeks to keep children in families instead of care homes https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/N7c7p91m1kn8FtbAJODAwjmQRFugV1PM86AhzJff.jpg Kenya recorded 222,267 child protection cases in the 2025/2026 financial year, with parental neglect accounting for more than 70 per cent of the reported cases. New project seeks to keep children in families instead of care homes Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001562186/harambee-stars-hoping-to-end-winless-run-against-south-africa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-13 Harambee Stars hoping to end winless run against South Africa https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2yGYCS9BHmBkZMU4FdX37vJ7wnTfuIqX9M5eTiJP.jpg Harambee Stars face a stern test when they take on South Africa in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at Orlando Stadium in Soweto, Johannesburg, on Friday at 7 pm EAT. Harambee Stars hoping to end winless run against South Africa Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-13 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562112/eacc-flags-sh59bn-in-possible-irregular-payroll-payments-warns-counties 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 EACC flags Sh5.9bn in possible irregular payroll payments, warns counties https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/urw34BWrQo0HVMxUfpJS0617dogV2wfCYIdruw5E.jpg An interim audit of the government’s (HRIS-K) for the 2024/2025 financial year found serious weaknesses in payroll data management, system integration and access controls. EACC flags Sh5.9bn in possible irregular payroll payments, warns counties Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562113/kenya-seeks-eu-support-to-exit-financial-crime-watchlists 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Kenya seeks EU support to exit financial crime watchlists https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ka5eu18pWGHmVyPg14Gp5Wsun6sHbU6pN8nNOEe8.jpg Kenya seeks removal from Financial Action Task Force grey list after addressing 13 of 21 deficiencies; Pres Ruto says EU support needed to complete reforms and exit its high-risk list Kenya seeks EU support to exit financial crime watchlists Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/arts-culture/article/2001562115/songs-dance-and-colour-as-the-maa-festival-opens-in-the-maasai-mara 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Songs, dance and colour as the Maa festival opens in the Maasai Mara https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tWWVU7LTj9aOO93wwD2btDEJDHQ4diSCrt4i7Toy.jpg The gathering provided a platform for communities to showcase their cultural diversity through traditional music, food, artwork, dress and other practices passed down through generations. Songs, dance and colour as the Maa festival opens in the Maasai Mara Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562117/china-says-us-using-spy-claims-to-justify-technology-blockade 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 China says US using spy claims to justify technology 'blockade' https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KkjyB68urXTRPiOt8FP05q1N9chfNsatER9A3S1W.jpg China has dismissed the claims about spying on Huang as "groundless speculation" and "an attempt to smear China". China says US using spy claims to justify technology 'blockade' Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562120/nvidias-jensen-huang-the-scandal-hit-ai-visionary-in-a-leather-jacket 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Nvidia's Jensen Huang, the scandal-hit AI visionary in a leather jacket https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4ix9p87iuAl65kWFD40Psk83AnOJKZiKDYlwbQcx.jpg Huang has become a close informal adviser on AI to Donald Trump, traveling with the US president on Air Force One on a trip to Beijing earlier this year. Nvidia's Jensen Huang, the scandal-hit AI visionary in a leather jacket Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001562121/zimbabwe-promises-mining-reforms-as-communities-decry-damage 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Zimbabwe promises mining reforms as communities decry damage https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iSIWLStPln2SuJ0WT20sWWaOMOBY0dtWJSVFzxKw.jpg Zimbabwe's mining reforms face scrutiny as a Chinese-owned company linked to President Emmerson Mnangagwa's son faces allegations of pollution, displacement and environmental destruction in Shurugwi. Zimbabwe promises mining reforms as communities decry damage Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562122/what-you-need-to-know-about-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huangs-scandal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 What you need to know about Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's scandal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/wu53sKvTo0UPf5BkeD4GLHlf8be6cCJMqivS38yf.jpg Nvidia controls an estimated 90 percent of the market for the chips used to train and run AI models. What you need to know about Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's scandal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562123/ruto-sifuna-tie-as-preferred-presidential-candidates-for-2027-tifa 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Ruto, Sifuna tie as preferred presidential candidates for 2027- TIFA https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/CWnFTiJrb6ZVFViVtvnw8h46bRw5PlKa30Tx15NE.jpg TIFA poll: President Ruto and Edwin Sifuna tie as most preferred presidential candidates at 31pc each, followed by Kalonzo Musyoka and Fred Matiang’i at 5pc, and Rigathi Gachagua at 4pc. Ruto, Sifuna tie as preferred presidential candidates for 2027- TIFA Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562124/honey-traps-how-spies-use-sex-and-scandal-to-steal-state-secrets 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Honey traps: How spies use sex and scandal to steal state secrets https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VBTehqFciuTIhB9ieZMSaW82KZoDuGI1eg4cBrpJ.jpg One of the most famous femme fatales in spy lore is Mata Hari, the Dutch exotic dancer executed in 1917 after being accused of spying for Germany during World War I. Honey traps: How spies use sex and scandal to steal state secrets Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001562125/funds-for-dr-congo-ebola-fight-not-reaching-front-msf 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Funds for DR Congo Ebola fight not reaching front: MSF https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/iJpiq856SqAf2WeJHR4L9sGgja2aqT1mBpRzvwVB.jpg Doctors Without Borders warns that aid meant to fight the DRC's deadliest Ebola outbreak is failing to reach frontline medics, with shortages, unpaid workers and weak surveillance hampering efforts. Funds for DR Congo Ebola fight not reaching front: MSF Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562126/inspector-sang-charged-over-mbobu-killing-to-remain-in-custody 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Inspector Sang charged over Mbobu killing, to remain in custody https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VioVsONHWPdeLWcMAF4ibJkb9jnDw5o0LwE4FrAd.jpg Sang's lawyer requested seven days to file a replying affidavit in response to the prosecution's application opposing bail. Inspector Sang charged over Mbobu killing, to remain in custody Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562128/no-political-campaigns-in-catholic-churches-bishops-warn 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 No political campaigns in Catholic churches, bishops warn https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HXwYGxsi8ydqO6nt4za5A38hwUac6YZxS6NOFuIJ.jpg Clergy warn politicians against using places of worship as campaign platforms ahead of 2027 elections; KCCB bans political addresses in Catholic churches nationwide. No political campaigns in Catholic churches, bishops warn Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562130/missing-lawyer-abshir-abdi-reportedly-found-in-marsabit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Missing lawyer Abshir Abdi reportedly found in Marsabit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/y6ujtlWYC58kw7eGfAQq2x0THI42P9nP4hJaQ84F.jpg LSK President Charles Kanjama informed the court that he had been shown a text message indicating that lawyer Abshir Abdi had been found. Missing lawyer Abshir Abdi reportedly found in Marsabit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001562135/kenya-faces-hiv-tb-and-malaria-funding-shortfall 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Kenya faces HIV, TB and malaria funding shortfall https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/nVlteprG8pki4C8amhpEo1Zcqhc09IqehXbviuO3.jpg Kenya is facing the prospect of reduced international funding for HIV, tuberculosis and malaria programmes over the 2027–2030 period. Kenya faces HIV, TB and malaria funding shortfall Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001562136/man-utd-sack-manager-carrick 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Man Utd sack manager Carrick https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/X7oFd3OZp23y4GkdAYcJiwjUYUSeYjQPBnukyzEM.jpg Manchester United's head coach Michael Carrick has been sacked with USA boss Mauricio Pochettino expected to replace him. Man Utd sack manager Carrick Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562137/tifa-kindiki-most-preferred-running-mate-as-uda-leads-in-party-popularity 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 TIFA: Kindiki most preferred running mate as UDA leads in party popularity https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/eSzPUaYeA0V7sFZ61Kqr1zZalRDjSKUbsvAQi1gs.jpg Among Ruto's supporters, Kindiki commands 55 per cent support, followed by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga at 12 per cent and Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho at nine per cent. TIFA: Kindiki most preferred running mate as UDA leads in party popularity Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562138/how-china-gets-the-nvidia-chips-it-needs-to-develop-ai 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 How China gets the Nvidia chips it needs to develop AI https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1CAywsq2VSJNJ3pqisdAIWYAup3FEdMhpvPItEUT.jpg Nvidia designs advanced components originally created to handle 3D visuals in video games, called Graphics Processing Units (GPUs). How China gets the Nvidia chips it needs to develop AI Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001562139/somalia-names-new-revenue-chief 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Somalia names new revenue chief https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/fmgrcltVzdSHfOtu5wyPxbQPJGhljw5RPOAcrJeY.jpg Revenue administration was previously domiciled in the Ministry of Finance, through its Directorate General of Revenue, which coordinated tax and customs operations. Somalia names new revenue chief Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562141/nvidia-reportedly-weighs-fate-of-ceo-huang 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Nvidia reportedly weighs fate of CEO Huang https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gXc7wUGXncPkt9J9Eqjggfaax0tV6vmge9t8vk2E.jpg Nvidia shareholders filed a class action lawsuit against Huang and the AI chip maker for failing to disclose information about the relationship to investors. Nvidia reportedly weighs fate of CEO Huang Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562143/megaspeed-says-probing-chip-export-practices-after-nvidia-scandal 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Megaspeed says probing chip export practices after Nvidia scandal https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NDe4oMxB90dzPpql3gbYHE1rOMxkzcaCXLzflaBL.jpg Nvidia controls an estimated 90 percent of the market for the chips used to train and run AI models. Megaspeed says probing chip export practices after Nvidia scandal Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001562145/buxton-contractor-clarifies-on-project-status-as-tensions-escalate 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Buxton contractor clarifies on project status as tensions escalate https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0nkpWwKNNIplbsDZ1Qh7siQB1wbwtKgYove85gTw.jpg The clarification further comes a day after a dispute over the multibillion-shilling Buxton Point housing project turned violent after county officials were allegedly attacked. Buxton contractor clarifies on project status as tensions escalate Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/asia/article/2001562148/global-powers-head-to-asia-with-trade-ai-security-in-focus 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Global powers head to Asia with trade, AI, security in focus https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/q3EYhoMfFfzGzM79pmxwt0msKB4C0lptryFInh09.jpg ASEAN and APEC leaders meet in Asia as Trump, Xi and Putin face key talks on AI safeguards, trade tensions, nuclear disarmament and South China Sea disputes, with few major breakthroughs likely now. Global powers head to Asia with trade, AI, security in focus Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sci-tech/article/2001562150/why-more-kenyans-are-buying-expensive-smartphones-on-credit 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Why more Kenyans are buying expensive smartphones on credit https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/NOlIIinuMqlY6ynmM34pbCtIjlvKnJkWPBRgdbOR.jpg The growing use of instalment payments comes as smartphone manufacturers compete for consumers in the premium segment Why more Kenyans are buying expensive smartphones on credit Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001562151/doctors-warn-women-against-misusing-cetirizine 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Doctors warn women against misusing cetirizine https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/T8iO9IjcdDRk8gjHOGTWuoIQq24VlhoyDMHQzaMx.jpg Medical professionals have warned women against inserting cetirizine tablets into their birth canal to achieve vaginal tightening. Doctors warn women against misusing cetirizine Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562152/waititu-seeks-release-from-prison-to-pay-sh742m-fines-in-instalments 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Waititu seeks release from prison to pay Sh74.2m fines in instalments https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/HYgjfX3G6qHNAiwXTEglXtHUzE9ySFbJpG8Df5NJ.jpg Jailed former Governor Waititu has asked the court to allow him to pay Sh74.2 million in fines through instalments, saying he cannot afford to settle the amount at once while in prison. Waititu seeks release from prison to pay Sh74.2m fines in instalments Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001562153/nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-resigns 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/KrZ7XLsv4RiEGYE0sqf0VHKvBhoO81udOQ1UVIy6.jpg Beijing has rejected the spying allegations. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigns Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562154/amnesty-demands-probe-into-abduction-of-nairobi-lawyer-abshir-abdi 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Amnesty demands probe into abduction of Nairobi lawyer Abshir Abdi https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RMakMeDAw9tFtr27yWraY7U9YegRjYJtLwlYxjqQ.jpg Amnesty International Kenya calls for investigations into abduction of Nairobi lawyer Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi, hours after he was found alive in Marsabit County. Amnesty demands probe into abduction of Nairobi lawyer Abshir Abdi Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/counties/article/2001562156/moyale-humanitarian-crisis-strains-county-resources 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Moyale humanitarian crisis strains county resources https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6aak1TjHgvYUqTWAG1X01uTbMOrFkR0Ofxhtbqro.jpg Marsabit County is grappling with an escalating security and humanitarian crisis as cross-border fighting between Ethiopian forces and armed groups continues to spill into Kenyan territory. Moyale humanitarian crisis strains county resources Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562157/africa-urged-to-prioritise-homegrown-research-solutions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Africa urged to prioritise homegrown research solutions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8tRSmyLXv5xERmVoQ0unJn1oxP3dkXeLp1AqyI98.jpg African scientists must shift from prioritising academic publications to developing homegrown solutions that address the continent's pressing challenges, experts have said. Africa urged to prioritise homegrown research solutions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562159/kdf-recruitment-set-to-kick-off-in-december 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 KDF recruitment set to kick off in December https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/rPuXD2InceMFrwTwwevsYQi1nNvXdn6ldhvKXKhd.jpg KDF further requires candidates to have a body mass index (BMI) of between 18.5 and 30.0. KDF recruitment set to kick off in December Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/america/article/2001562162/multiple-people-shot-at-fitness-center-in-washington 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 'Multiple people' shot at fitness center in Washington https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/AhN4qyRQlbptxWxBv8QVeymBdkLZVj1ZZhrFPyY7.jpg The Washington Post quoted police as saying that at least five people had been injured. 'Multiple people' shot at fitness center in Washington Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562164/mudavadi-heads-to-ghana-for-au-talks-on-sustainable-financing 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Mudavadi heads to Ghana for AU talks on sustainable financing https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4szRbaSStUB4yZk7SwuWj90cEguPD4ulfpSHj3VS.jpg The meeting comes amid continued efforts by the AU to build stronger financial systems that will enable it to implement its programmes Mudavadi heads to Ghana for AU talks on sustainable financing Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562165/mps-pass-local-content-bill-to-boost-local-industries 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 MPs pass Local Content Bill to boost local industries https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/vlspWPxTNlHMaANfyBABGKfWc8ATvczIhzxTi2Uu.jpg Kenyan manufacturers, suppliers and service providers are set to gain greater access to business opportunities following the passage of the Local Content Bill, 2025, by the National Assembly. MPs pass Local Content Bill to boost local industries Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nairobi/article/2001562166/leave-residential-areas-please-sakaja-appeals-to-nightclub-owners 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Leave residential areas please, Sakaja appeals to nightclub owners https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Wsoa29RAFjT0iVLV8zpk9FulcpKrOU9ZeCQSFg1g.jpg Speaking while meeting the industry players, Sakaja accused them of operating premises with too much noise while they live in big houses with quiet neighbourhood. Leave residential areas please, Sakaja appeals to nightclub owners Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001562168/us-other-five-embassies-raise-alarm-over-ebola-risk-in-south-sudan 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 US, other five embassies raise alarm over Ebola risk in South Sudan https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OA9Nqu9fgtXIzIT99IbfQwY9riTDZ8GhPYbGo7VF.jpg The United States Embassy in South Sudan, alongside five other diplomatic missions, has raised concern over the heightened risk of an Ebola outbreak in the country. US, other five embassies raise alarm over Ebola risk in South Sudan Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001562170/crawford-banks-on-former-arsenal-stars-for-mentorship-student-engagement 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Crawford banks on former Arsenal stars for mentorship, student engagement https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/RuKUrhWqecAn17kHOnQ4MWWmg7ESZwuP9f7NLGm6.jpg The engagement, the school said, will allow learners to experience professional football coaching and gain practical insights from accomplished players. Crawford banks on former Arsenal stars for mentorship, student engagement Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562171/21-years-later-accident-victims-receive-compensation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 21 years later, accident victims receive compensation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/IYyr7Emggi7gKHfh80nBPQYAdmfqd1tNKeG9Yrfu.jpg The company’s liquidator, Kamal Bhatt, on Thursday issued cheques worth more than Sh38 million to 47 verified claimants, marking the first phase of a compensation exercise. 21 years later, accident victims receive compensation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001562175/four-more-hippos-die-in-suspected-lake-naivasha-poisoning 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Four more hippos die in suspected Lake Naivasha poisoning https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/mrzEuFUVhaWWHOxATnWGzKtyciX2vrLtNIPmDOl1.jpg This brings the number of hippos that have died in the lake to six in the last week, amid fears the toll could be higher. Four more hippos die in suspected Lake Naivasha poisoning Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562176/back-to-sender-aisha-jumwa-returns-to-uda 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Back to sender: Aisha Jumwa returns to UDA https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/tddoUYmZrLiWRPhAqqnewWMwv0wfHFiQoVLyMgUs.jpg Former Cabinet Secretary Aisha Jumwa has returned to President William Ruto’s United Democratic Alliance (UDA). Back to sender: Aisha Jumwa returns to UDA Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001562178/nakuru-gets-three-fire-engines-from-uk-rotary-club 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Nakuru gets three fire engines from UK Rotary Club https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/7CYkwGlYSvdtQ6rXtnMxdnIigKtfnV6s3U4AUfJo.jpg The three Volvo fire engines will be deployed to Bahati, Molo and Naivasha sub-counties to improve response to fire outbreaks and other emergencies. Nakuru gets three fire engines from UK Rotary Club Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001562182/universities-urged-to-prioritize-innovation-job-creation 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Universities urged to prioritize innovation, job creation https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/QNk5bGr7k6LwejuggrFbw67Wo7J82i1HRSxcZACt.jpg Universities have been challenged to rethink higher education by placing innovation, entrepreneurship and practical problem-solving at the centre of learning to better prepare graduates. Universities urged to prioritize innovation, job creation Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562187/nps-pledges-probe-into-disappearance-resurfacing-of-lawyer-abdi-bashir 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 NPS pledges probe into disappearance, resurfacing of lawyer Abdi Bashir https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/gV7YgNSJSM6NkjI49KHuccej39PbwECYCGFu46Vi.jpg The National Police Service (NPS) has pledged impartial investigations into the disappearance and resurfacing of lawyer Abdi Bashir and Ayub Maalim after 11 days. NPS pledges probe into disappearance, resurfacing of lawyer Abdi Bashir Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001562188/ruto-hail-kicd-for-unlocking-learners-potential 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Ruto hail KICD for unlocking learners potential https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/t0XHEfJul4VubgJP4tFsmpz6KiX6SIcl8PFXxOnq.jpg President William Ruto has commended the KICD for its contribution to transforming Kenya's education system through the CBE framework. Ruto hail KICD for unlocking learners potential Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001562189/learning-institutions-urged-to-turn-research-into-real-world-solutions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Learning institutions urged to turn research into real-world solutions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/W5QCIdgtc5YdJ2YjbTAqCcXMumof4RnKkJCbN0E0.jpg Universities across Africa have been challenged to embrace University Living Labs and strengthen partnerships with industry. Learning institutions urged to turn research into real-world solutions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001562054/annual-climate-conference 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Annual climate conference... https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/aCOvNYQLdf5ygnUXyxbQNoCX76aVFHqkwU920aEq.jpg Annual climate conference... Annual climate conference... Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001562057/science-has-a-big-role-in-building-peaceful-and-resilient-societies 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Science has a big role in building peaceful and resilient societies https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/b4MKYWgvzhIhhjmdjGxgspRvt6Rltt5Oxzcpx5kQ.jpg Through science, we can strengthen food systems, prevent health pandemics, increase access to and retention in education, and contribute to shared prosperity. Science has a big role in building peaceful and resilient societies Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/elias-mokua/article/2001562060/when-political-strategies-bring-unintended-consequences 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 When political strategies bring unintended consequences https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Jr52RwFqPQD0KbVacufe5M1WUWpLsPITClHNUiJl.jpg When people attend rallies for payment rather than out of belief, the spectacle of popular support can begin to look hollow and expose the weakness of the connection between leaders and the people. When political strategies bring unintended consequences Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001562062/somalias-next-security-challenge-may-come-from-the-sky 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Somalia's next security challenge may come from the sky https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WGrNp9HoXCJuvW87NeEe4I0DjswiJ3hPMYUo74iG.jpg United Nations experts reported in 2024 that Al-Shabaab had used commercial drones for surveillance and was seeking weaponised capabilities. Somalia's next security challenge may come from the sky Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001562065/despite-our-busy-schedules-lets-create-for-our-children 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Despite our busy schedules, let's create for our children https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/b7CwQMdj4vXaybZOUP0205tO62GXBBvgWUNe8eLd.jpg Even with busy work schedules, let us at least spend 20 minutes a day with our children, otherwise they will adopt what they see on television, on social media and in their immediate environment. Despite our busy schedules, let's create for our children Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001562067/why-the-super-rich-are-abadoning-the-property-market 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Why the super-rich are abadoning the property market https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/4KmeU4tc7ftheaydYRE0ny8Z2myYTaV3C9gi2BoH.jpg Prices of apartments in Kiambu, Ngong, and Ruaka cooled off in the third quarter of the year, resulting in a drop in the amount of rent charged during the period. Why the super-rich are abadoning the property market Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/real-estate/article/2001562071/mombasa-industrial-park-set-for-sh90-billion-power-plant-ai-project 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Mombasa industrial park set for Sh90 billion power plant, AI project https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/1OniilxGeKY4CldttjO8HI4ybKJ33OwCqrTtyS2I.jpg Mombasa is set to host a Sh90 billion energy and AI infrastructure project, following a partnership between Amaco Energy S.A and Arise Integrated Industrial Platforms (ARISE IIP) Kenya. Mombasa industrial park set for Sh90 billion power plant, AI project Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001562072/kebs-seeks-tougher-rules-on-imported-and-locally-made-goods-as-mps-review-drafts 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 KEBS seeks tougher rules on imported and locally made goods as MPs review drafts https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/2IAusquCicltA4at9mIMyxCcbh8Ga8V1SiilXCCH.jpg KEBS is pushing for stronger regulation of imported and locally manufactured products, as Parliament scrutinises draft rules meant to close gaps in the standards and quality control system. KEBS seeks tougher rules on imported and locally made goods as MPs review drafts Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/shipping-logistics/article/2001562073/kenyas-seafarers-battle-unpaid-wages-poor-working-conditions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Kenya's seafarers battle unpaid wages, poor working conditions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ldtwhpPlAYva62STMIi85ifAkDb1yXe1Xa8U6QF5.jpg For thousands of trained Kenyan seafarers, the promise of a career at sea remains out of reach even as the global shipping industry faces a shortage of qualified workers. Kenya's seafarers battle unpaid wages, poor working conditions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001562074/parliament-calls-for-special-audit-into-quickmart-share-sale 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Parliament calls for special audit into Quickmart share sale https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/hsBT7AGo7lsl9PMQrHFCFuRCoMypRnxP3vLBdIsO.jpg The calls for a special audit into Quickmart share sale came days after the conclusion of the Sh15 billion IPO, with expectations of a debut on the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Parliament calls for special audit into Quickmart share sale Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001562075/kenha-reports-over-99-per-cent-axle-load-compliance 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 KeNHA reports over 99 per cent axle load compliance https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/5eghkd2qJ64fqmM5yrSVlfPVqdCkUZ84urDz65wj.jpg Axle load compliance across key transport corridors has increased to over 99 per cent driven by increasing engagement between KeNHA and truckers and cargo owners. KeNHA reports over 99 per cent axle load compliance Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001562076/co-op-bank-investors-to-receive-sh88b-payout-after-profit-surge 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Co-op Bank investors to receive Sh8.8b payout after profit surge https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/6HrGYF1eReHZbdWC1Fig1EkgXaNUzbJDGKRpWizd.jpg Co-op Bank will pay out Sh8.8 billion in interim dividend to its shareholders after net earnings for the nine months to September 2026 rose by 27.2 per cent to hit Sh27.4 billion. Co-op Bank investors to receive Sh8.8b payout after profit surge Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001562079/how-state-bungled-rollout-of-tourist-health-cover 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 How State bungled rollout of tourist health cover https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/VQhtjHAJCDDEOLetxsUXFpcV08wMZnvSS9wm3BXp.jpg Despite taking the $44 cover, many travellers have reported being forced to pay out of pocket at local hospitals to cater for medical emergencies. How State bungled rollout of tourist health cover Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001562084/five-mandera-attack-victims-airlifted-to-counties-for-burial 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Five Mandera attack victims airlifted to counties for burial https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/u0k1YLh6GKA5dKk4HmVSayzaMNITNavshliHqUm0.jpg Five of the eight people killed in the Mandera attack have been airlifted to their home counties for burial, while three others were buried on Tuesday evening according to Islamic rites. Five Mandera attack victims airlifted to counties for burial Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562085/lawyer-abshirs-brother-narrates-chilling-abduction-ordeal-by-armed-men 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Lawyer Abshir's brother narrates chilling abduction ordeal by armed men https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/8GRM8plVmwfd3W5uOtawHP84UVGvH9yhFYKZaN24.jpg The brother of missing Nairobi lawyer Abshir Ahmedsadak Abdi has narrated how armed men in tactical uniforms allegedly pursued his vehicle before abducting him on November 1. Lawyer Abshir's brother narrates chilling abduction ordeal by armed men Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562087/from-accusations-of-extortion-to-murder-tribal-jibes-and-body-shaming-inside-ruto-gachagua-toxicity 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 From accusations of extortion to murder, tribal jibes and body shaming: Inside Ruto-Gachagua toxicity https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Yk7QB4DPXuZFH3FoBbu4SkBVHyWRFLOdMDT19ETw.jpg President Ruto and his former deputy Rigathi Gachagua have renewed a bitter public war of words, drawing condemnation from the clergy who warn that the inflammatory rhetoric threatens peace. From accusations of extortion to murder, tribal jibes and body shaming: Inside Ruto-Gachagua toxicity Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562088/heed-kenyans-call-to-unite-uhuru-tells-opposition-leaders 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Heed Kenyans call to unite, Uhuru tells opposition leaders https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/jV4VIporqTtw2remmwPly3gfg7ZuASHIbGUPsxMp.jpg Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has again challenged opposition leaders to put aside their presidential ambitions and unite ahead of the 2027 General Election. Heed Kenyans call to unite, Uhuru tells opposition leaders Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001562090/why-mps-are-considering-return-of-canning-in-schools 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Why MPs are considering return of canning in schools https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/OrgafpfoXaf7pB2pewObXyOxU9N3fSVDIY0mbO4e.jpg The National Assembly is hinting at the removal of the legal provisions outlawing corporal punishment amid growing concerns over student indiscipline and attacks on teachers. Why MPs are considering return of canning in schools Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001562091/last-patient-released-as-kenya-gears-to-be-declared-ebola-free-in-42-days 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Last patient released as Kenya gears to be declared Ebola-free in 42 days https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/weKzQhSChjAP9FaDPcq50YZFMCGCCYWoSEiShrSO.jpg Kenya will on Thursday begin a 42-day countdown towards being declared free of Ebola, following the discharge of the last patient and the release of the final 11 contacts from quarantine. Last patient released as Kenya gears to be declared Ebola-free in 42 days Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001562092/irony-of-rising-tea-exports-shrinking-gains-for-farmers 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Irony of rising tea exports, shrinking gains for farmers https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WdotyYUtL7Xui0YhW5lbjrl6TqT30QAPAJnR2u6g.jpg Kenya may be shipping more tea to the world than ever before, but the growing export volumes are not translating into better returns for the small-scale farmers. Irony of rising tea exports, shrinking gains for farmers Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001562094/woman-turns-narrow-escape-from-fgm-into-mission-to-rescue-girls 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Woman turns narrow escape from FGM into mission to rescue girls https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/SIznty5eVznPlUEe8Fh3mqZI8iNQ3pW10DWF9fCA.jpg When she narrowly escaped Female Genital Mutilation many years back as a teenager in Meru County, Pauline Ntombura's passion for the fight against the outdated cultural practice started. Woman turns narrow escape from FGM into mission to rescue girls Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001562095/kenyan-future-stars-leave-an-indelible-mark-in-dakar 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Kenyan future stars leave an indelible mark in Dakar https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/C87jsK7ZGHUOnscCW6B4tkOCHDHWr7ibvm4tR5eI.jpg Kenya’s next generation of sporting talent led by track prodigy Abigael Chepkirui continued to prove their mettle at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympics Games. Kenyan future stars leave an indelible mark in Dakar Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001562096/why-la-games-will-be-a-reserve-for-the-best 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Why LA Games will be a reserve for the best https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/WhGzHwNWhLVySeqFtiwej1SuVLEL0KLbQW7TjMnX.jpg The pedigree of athletes who will be competing in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games in the United States of America has already been defined. Why LA Games will be a reserve for the best Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001562100/the-heat 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 The Heat https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/ISEyfosP7C8Dm2y0Cw1FxAr1yfRGXvRGqHumZuEA.jpg The Heat The Heat Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/branding-voice/article/2001562101/entrepreneurs-must-plan-with-facts-not-optimism 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Entrepreneurs must plan with facts, not optimism https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pWbFNic4lYgJVyD4rlJfecIT8TspNwm6FLuS9koM.jpg Pant urged business owners to base investment decisions on evidence, develop realistic financial plans and remain flexible enough to adjust their strategies when circumstances change. Entrepreneurs must plan with facts, not optimism Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562102/hotel-receptionist-sacked-for-talking-to-sick-son-on-phone 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Hotel receptionist sacked for talking to sick son on phone https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/40UkEJnTI1kaZqEToApr6g0Sh7AxSji89o4Sb4Kf.jpg The receptionist maintains that the unfair dismissal arose when her son fell ill and was admitted to hospital. Hotel receptionist sacked for talking to sick son on phone Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001562103/include-mudavadi-and-wetangula-in-your-retirement-list-youths-tell-ruto 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Include Mudavadi and Wetangula in your retirement list, youths tell Ruto https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/cw2vZu4TNmx44qVV29JpXuRV3RvHKCeTUbXiGeLP.jpg Some of Ruto's allies, including his aide Farouk Kibet, have been campaigning for Wetangula to take over from Ruto in 2032 Include Mudavadi and Wetangula in your retirement list, youths tell Ruto Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562104/lsk-blames-state-agencies-for-lack-of-accountability-on-abductions 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 LSK blames State agencies for lack of accountability on abductions https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/TZ26MSYVufx2pqBvrvjMZCbiXqnc8cmEFaxLP6aJ.jpg Some 12 days after the alleged abduction of advocate, the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) continued to put the blame squarely on the doorstep of the State agencies, for lack of accountability. LSK blames State agencies for lack of accountability on abductions Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001562105/how-saudi-arabias-laws-leave-kenyan-mothers-and-their-children-vulnerable 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 How Saudi Arabia's laws leave Kenyan mothers and their children vulnerable https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/oCirhw2sH8OLPdEi1gyADP1gNowut4PfzKw0NxOs.jpg Under Saudi Arabia’s legal system, sex outside marriage is considered a criminal offence and is punishable by law. Children born outside wedlock are not entitled to birth certificates. How Saudi Arabia's laws leave Kenyan mothers and their children vulnerable Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562106/iebc-kmpg-sued-over-the-commissions-ceo-recruitment-process 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 IEBC, KMPG sued over the commission's CEO recruitment process https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/bnKkqWB3zhFQASSP4WsWOs8yevO5NLYGiodglzAA.jpg The recruitment exercise exhibits material illegalities, including the unlawful delegation and abdication of non-delegable statutory decision-making powers to a private contractor IEBC, KMPG sued over the commission's CEO recruitment process Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562107/man-sentenced-to-30-years-in-prison-for-musicians-murder 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Man sentenced to 30 years in prison for musician's murder https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/Qi4KF41t02Q6gu5f8qAXrvOZVcMGLWHyO0phbTnh.jpg Ongoro was said to have struck Joan Cherono, also known as Sweet Lady, on the head with a blunt object following an altercation. Man sentenced to 30 years in prison for musician's murder Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001562108/kenya-to-establish-cost-of-ebola-response-after-expensive-quarantine-exercise 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 Kenya to establish cost of Ebola response after expensive quarantine exercise https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/0b9FQhmYN6isv4793VvAe9VWKtow4aYi5VVTFgBT.jpg “You remember the commitment that the US government made about 14.5 million dollars, but that went to implementing partners. It has not come to MOH,” Said Duale. Kenya to establish cost of Ebola response after expensive quarantine exercise Nairobi, Kenya 2026-11-12 https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001562110/how-sarah-wairimu-lied-to-police-about-tob-cohens-whereabouts 1.0 The Standard en 2026-11-12 How Sarah Wairimu lied to police about Tob Cohen's whereabouts https://cdn.standardmedia.co.ke/images/articles/thumbnails/pizXGVFOAv2tj9xUnWJsLa9L0llJJmVmQ8d0oZ3x.jpg The court heard that Wairimu confirmed she had neither reported him missing nor attempted to establish his whereabouts through his relatives. 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