The Standard Group Plc is a
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print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
1982 attempted coup ring leader Hezekiah Ochuka (centre) was hanged. [File, Standard]
Bob Marley's songs gave away the game. Chants of power...power and a staccato of gunfire around the city confirmed Kenya's worst nightmare.
A group of junior airforce soldiers had taken over the government. And one of the most recognisable voices of Leonard Mambo Mbotela confirmed this. August 1, 1982, was real and a coup was underway.
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