https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001549246/no-escape-for-city-hall-court-orders-full-hearing-in-kplc-trash-dumping-case
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2026-06-02
No escape for City Hall: Court orders full hearing in KPLC trash dumping case
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The Court of Appeal has cleared the way for a full hearing of KPLC’s case against Nairobi County over last year’s garbage dumping and sewer blockage at its offices.
No escape for City Hall: Court orders full hearing in KPLC trash dumping case
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001549251/shujaa-almost-there-as-search-for-crucial-slot-enters-last-lap
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2026-06-02
Shujaa almost there as search for crucial slot enters last lap
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Kenya Sevens endured a difficult outing at the Valladolid Sevens in Spain but still stayed on course for a place in next season’s HSBC SVNS Division One.
Shujaa almost there as search for crucial slot enters last lap
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001549256/ruto-apologises-to-northern-kenya-for-marginalisation
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2026-06-02
Ruto apologises to Northern Kenya for marginalisation
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President Ruto apologised to Northern Kenya residents for decades of marginalisation and pledged increased investment in education, infrastructure, healthcare and equal access to national services.
Ruto apologises to Northern Kenya for marginalisation
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001549259/ebola-centre-no-protests-rock-nanyuki-over-plans-to-set-up-isolation-facility
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2026-06-02
Ebola centre? No: Protests rock Nanyuki over plans to set up isolation facility
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Nanyuki town was brought to a standstill as residents protested against a proposed Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base.
Ebola centre? No: Protests rock Nanyuki over plans to set up isolation facility
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001549261/laikipia-leaders-call-for-transparency-on-quarantine-plans
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2026-06-02
Laikipia leaders call for transparency on quarantine plans
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Laikipia leaders and MPs are demanding transparency from the national government over reported plans for an Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia Air Base.
Laikipia leaders call for transparency on quarantine plans
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549265/child-offenders-law-tested-as-eight-students-are-linked-to-school-fire
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2026-06-02
Child offenders law tested as eight students are linked to school fire
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Public debate has intensified over Kenya’s child justice system after eight Utumishi Girls Academy students were linked to a fatal dormitory fire.
Child offenders law tested as eight students are linked to school fire
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549266/how-finance-bill-debate-glosses-over-important-revenue-questions
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2026-06-02
How Finance Bill debate glosses over important revenue questions
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Just as Parliament passes an Appropriations Act to authorise spending, there should be greater attention to the total revenue available to fund that spending.
How Finance Bill debate glosses over important revenue questions
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/financial-standard/article/2001549272/cbk-burns-through-forex-reserves-as-iran-war-hits-homes
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2026-06-02
CBK burns through forex reserves as Iran war hits homes
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Rising fuel prices linked to the Iran conflict have pushed Kenya’s inflation to a 16-month high.
CBK burns through forex reserves as Iran war hits homes
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-02
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001549126/sh107b-puzzle-intrigues-into-the-decade-long-court-battle-for-the-soul-of-dusit-d2-property
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2026-06-01
Sh10.7b puzzle: Intrigues into the decade-long court battle for the soul of Dusit D2 property
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A decade-long legal battle over a Sh703 million property deal has escalated into a Sh10.7 billion dispute, putting Nairobi’s iconic Dusit D2 complex at risk.
Sh10.7b puzzle: Intrigues into the decade-long court battle for the soul of Dusit D2 property
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001549156/ethnic-targeting
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2026-06-01
Ethnic targeting...
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Ethnic targeting...
Ethnic targeting...
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/cartoons/article/2001549159/child-killings
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2026-06-01
Child killings...
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Child killings...
Child killings...
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549160/how-rutos-administration-can-unleash-singapores-magic
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2026-06-01
How Ruto's administration can unleash Singapore's magic
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Kenya can achieve a rapid economic transformation similar to Singapore if President Ruto pursues bold structural reforms, fiscal discipline, anti-corruption measures, and industrial development.
How Ruto's administration can unleash Singapore's magic
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549164/school-fires-time-for-parents-to-take-matters-into-their-own-hands
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2026-06-01
School fires: Time for parents to take matters into their own hands
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Due to the continuous fire breakouts in schools and the government's failure to take any serious measures, parents are left to handle the situation on their own.
School fires: Time for parents to take matters into their own hands
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549170/why-customer-experience-is-extremely-important-in-banking
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2026-06-01
Why customer experience is extremely important in banking
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While banking is becoming increasingly digital, customers still value physical branches and personal relationships. Banks should balance digital advancement with trust-building customer engagement.
Why customer experience is extremely important in banking
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001549171/violation-of-safety-rules-putting-students-lives-at-risk-experts-say
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2026-06-01
Violation of safety rules putting students lives at risk, experts say
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Education stakeholders have warned that widespread disregard for school safety regulations is putting learners at risk.
Violation of safety rules putting students lives at risk, experts say
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549174/presidents-local-and-international-visits-and-the-tough-times-ahead
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2026-06-01
President's local and international visits and the tough times ahead
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The country's handling of economic challenges, including fuel price increases and the high cost of living, has highlighted public concern over the President's use of a private jet for foreign travel.
President's local and international visits and the tough times ahead
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001549175/clerics-call-for-swift-probe-safety-reforms-after-utumishi-girls-fire
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2026-06-01
Clerics call for swift probe, safety reforms after Utumishi Girls fire
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Church leaders have called for a swift investigation and urgent school safety reforms following the Utumishi Girls Academy fire that claimed 16 students' lives.
Clerics call for swift probe, safety reforms after Utumishi Girls fire
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549177/why-africa-must-turn-sporting-talent-into-economic-value
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2026-06-01
Why Africa must turn sporting talent into economic value
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Africa’s future in sports should focus not just on nurturing athletes but also on creating ecosystems that promote innovation, opportunities, and economic growth, helping local talent to thrive.
Why Africa must turn sporting talent into economic value
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549179/fire-victims-parents-to-wait-longer-for-dna-test-results
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2026-06-01
Fire victims' parents to wait longer for DNA test results
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Families of the 16 students who died in the Utumishi Girls Academy fire will have to wait for DNA testing to be completed before the bodies are released for burial.
Fire victims' parents to wait longer for DNA test results
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/crime-and-justice/article/2001549181/police-raise-concern-over-rising-cases-of-defilement-in-bomet-county
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2026-06-01
Police raise concern over rising cases of defilement in Bomet County
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Police in Bomet County have raised alarm over a sharp increase in defilement and gender-based violence cases, urging prompt reporting and better preservation of evidence to aid prosecutions.
Police raise concern over rising cases of defilement in Bomet County
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/article/2001549182/coffee-farmers-reap-rewards-from-reforms-and-new-export-markets
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2026-06-01
Coffee farmers reap rewards from reforms and new export markets
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Kenya’s coffee sector is experiencing revival as reforms in marketing, payment systems and direct market access begin to lift farmers’ earnings.
Coffee farmers reap rewards from reforms and new export markets
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549183/us-billions-not-worth-kenyan-lives-opposition-slams-government-over-proposed-ebola-facility
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2026-06-01
US billions not worth Kenyan lives, opposition slams government over proposed Ebola facility
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Opposition leaders led by Rigathi Gachagua have criticised plans for an Ebola treatment facility in Kenya, citing public safety concerns, weak health systems, and lack of public consultation.
US billions not worth Kenyan lives, opposition slams government over proposed Ebola facility
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001549184/so-near-and-yet-so-far-for-arsenal
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2026-06-01
So near and yet so far for Arsenal
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It had been 20 years of wandering in the wilderness in search of European glory. It was yet another magnificent campaign for Arsenal in this year’s Champions League journey.
So near and yet so far for Arsenal
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/western/article/2001549185/kk-leaders-criticise-uhuru-drum-up-support-for-rutos-re-election
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2026-06-01
KK leaders criticise Uhuru, drum up support for Ruto's re-election
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Kenya Kwanza leaders led by Moses Wetang’ula and Farouk Kibet criticised former President Uhuru Kenyatta while rallying support for President Ruto’s 2027 re-election bid.
KK leaders criticise Uhuru, drum up support for Ruto's re-election
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001549187/st-joseph-seminary-in-molo-closed-indefinitely-after-fire-razed-two-dorms
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2026-06-01
St Joseph Seminary in Molo closed indefinitely after fire razed two dorms
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St Joseph’s Seminary School in Molo has been closed indefinitely after a fire destroyed two dormitories, with police arresting four students suspected of starting the blaze.
St Joseph Seminary in Molo closed indefinitely after fire razed two dorms
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001549188/serem-and-booker-swing-to-victory-at-nandi-golf-club
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2026-06-01
Serem and Booker swing to victory at Nandi Golf Club
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Home Club's Gideon Serem and Irene Booker had every reason to smile after displaying brilliant swing shots and fine putting to triumph at the historic par-72 Nandi Bears Golf Club on Saturday.
Serem and Booker swing to victory at Nandi Golf Club
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/motorsport/article/2001549189/sh365-million-raised-at-37th-rhino-charge-challenge
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2026-06-01
Sh365 million raised at 37th Rhino Charge Challenge
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The 37th Rhino Charge raised Sh365 million for conservation, with President William Ruto and conservation leaders announcing major funding commitments.
Sh365 million raised at 37th Rhino Charge Challenge
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001549190/odms-desperation-oburu-says-he-is-ready-to-quit-if-supporters-think-he-is-divisive
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2026-06-01
ODM's desperation: Oburu says he is ready to quit if supporters think he is divisive
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ODM leaders, led by Oburu Oginga, held a major rally in Kisumu where they called for unity, backed President Ruto’s political alliance and signalled possible leadership changes within the party.
ODM's desperation: Oburu says he is ready to quit if supporters think he is divisive
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001549191/ghosts-of-wagalla-massacre-linger-as-wajir-hosts-madaraka-day-fete
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2026-06-01
Ghosts of Wagalla Massacre linger as Wajir hosts Madaraka Day fete
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As Wajir hosts Madaraka Day celebrations for the first time in the North Eastern region, reflections on historical marginalisation and the 1984 Wagalla Massacre highlight the region’s complex past.
Ghosts of Wagalla Massacre linger as Wajir hosts Madaraka Day fete
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549192/quiet-discipline-that-defines-healthcare-leadership
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2026-06-01
Quiet discipline that defines healthcare leadership
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The true measure of hospital leadership is not public relations or media statements, but the ability to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality patient care despite internal and external pressures.
Quiet discipline that defines healthcare leadership
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001549193/ruto-dismisses-opposition-vows-easy-victory-in-2027
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2026-06-01
Ruto dismisses opposition, vows easy victory in 2027
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President William Ruto dismissed the opposition as lacking an agenda, expressed confidence in winning the 2027 election.
Ruto dismisses opposition, vows easy victory in 2027
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/football/article/2001549194/day-nairobi-city-was-taken-over-by-north-london
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2026-06-01
Day Nairobi city was taken over by North London
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Arsenal’s Premier League title triumph sparked widespread celebrations across Kenya, with fans flooding Nairobi’s streets, churches and towns in a colourful display of football passion.
Day Nairobi city was taken over by North London
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549195/death-at-birth-makuenis-new-lifeline-for-mothers
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2026-06-01
Death at birth: Makueni's new lifeline for mothers
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Maternal deaths are preventable and are linked to severe bleeding, high blood pressure in pregnancy, unsafe abortions, obstructed labour and delays in accessing emergency care.
Death at birth: Makueni's new lifeline for mothers
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549196/secret-surgery-policy-gaps-behind-gender-assignment-for-intersex-children
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2026-06-01
Secret surgery: Policy gaps behind gender assignment for intersex children
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A lack of clear legal and medical safeguards in Kenya has left many intersex children vulnerable to early gender assignment decisions, often resulting in lifelong identity and rights challenges.
Secret surgery: Policy gaps behind gender assignment for intersex children
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549197/hantavirus-sparks-pandemic-fears-despite-limited-evidence-of-human-transmission
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2026-06-01
Hantavirus sparks pandemic fears despite limited evidence of human transmission
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The hantavirus outbreak has drawn attention from both medical experts and the general public worldwide, with fears of whether the respiratory illness could trigger a pandemic similar to COVID-19.
Hantavirus sparks pandemic fears despite limited evidence of human transmission
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549199/gigantic-aircraft-land-in-nanyuki-as-debate-on-ebola-centre-rises
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2026-06-01
Gigantic aircraft land in Nanyuki as debate on Ebola centre rises
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The arrival of a large aircraft at Laikipia Air Base has intensified debate over a proposed Ebola quarantine facility in Nanyuki, with local leaders and residents raising concerns.
Gigantic aircraft land in Nanyuki as debate on Ebola centre rises
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549201/duale-defends-us-ebola-facility-says-itll-serve-kenyans-too
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2026-06-01
Duale defends US Ebola facility, says it'll serve Kenyans too
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Health CS Aden Duale has defended the proposed US-backed Ebola isolation facility in Laikipia, saying it will serve both Kenyans and Americans.
Duale defends US Ebola facility, says it'll serve Kenyans too
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549202/one-third-of-cancers-are-preventable-says-who
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2026-06-01
One-third of cancers are preventable, says WHO
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WHO says more than one-third of cancer cases are preventable, with major risk factors including tobacco use, alcohol consumption, poor diet, inactivity and environmental pollution.
One-third of cancers are preventable, says WHO
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001549203/landslide-expected-for-sitting-pm-as-ethiopia-votes
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2026-06-01
Landslide expected for sitting PM as Ethiopia votes
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Abiy's PP won 96 percent of the seats in the 2021 election.
Landslide expected for sitting PM as Ethiopia votes
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001549204/thousands-flock-new-wajir-stadium-for-historic-madaraka-day-celebrations
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2026-06-01
Thousands flock new Wajir Stadium for historic Madaraka Day celebrations
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Kenyans troop to Wajir Stadium for the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations to be presided over by President William Ruto.
Thousands flock new Wajir Stadium for historic Madaraka Day celebrations
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549205/live-blog-wajir-county-hosts-historical-madaraka-day-fete
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2026-06-01
Live Blog: Wajir County hosts historical Madaraka Day fete
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The celebrations started earlier than usual due to harsh weather conditions in the region.
Live Blog: Wajir County hosts historical Madaraka Day fete
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001549207/us-iran-exchange-fire-as-negotiations-stall
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2026-06-01
US, Iran exchange fire as negotiations stall
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The United States and Iran said Monday they had again traded strikes, straining an already fragile ceasefire as negotiations between the two sides have stalled.
US, Iran exchange fire as negotiations stall
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549208/in-finland-radioactive-spent-nuclear-fuel-soon-to-be-buried-underground
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2026-06-01
In Finland, radioactive spent nuclear fuel soon to be buried underground
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Blasted into 1.9 billion-year-old stable bedrock in Eurajoki, southwest Finland, the geological repository for spent nuclear waste is nearly ready to start operations.
In Finland, radioactive spent nuclear fuel soon to be buried underground
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/world/article/2001549209/taiwan-opposition-leader-hopes-to-gain-deeper-trust-from-us
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2026-06-01
Taiwan opposition leader hopes to 'gain deeper trust' from US
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Taiwan's main opposition leader said she hopes to "gain deeper trust" from the US, before departing for the country where she is expected to be grilled over her party's stance on China.
Taiwan opposition leader hopes to 'gain deeper trust' from US
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001549210/kindiki-hails-reforms-on-id-access-equity-and-inclusion-in-northern-kenya
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2026-06-01
Kindiki hails reforms on ID access, equity and inclusion in Northern Kenya
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Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has praised government efforts to dismantle historical barriers and promote equity, inclusion and national cohesion, particularly in Northern Kenya.
Kindiki hails reforms on ID access, equity and inclusion in Northern Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549213/why-ruto-emotionally-apologised-to-residents-of-northern-kenya
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2026-06-01
Why Ruto emotionally apologised to residents of Northern Kenya
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“Poleni sana ndugu zetu. It was never meant to be this way,” Ruto said.
Why Ruto emotionally apologised to residents of Northern Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549214/housing-projects-sort-out-basic-needs-first
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2026-06-01
Housing projects: Sort out basic needs first
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The affordable housing concept is shrouded in a deep mystery that has failed all understanding, and only the Housing Ministry Principal Secretary appears to understand this thing.
Housing projects: Sort out basic needs first
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549215/presidential-safety-questions-security-team-must-answer
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2026-06-01
Presidential safety: Questions security team must answer
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Just like former India’s Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, President Ruto appears to have been exposed as he visited Kilifi, a county not far from the dreaded Al-Shaabab infested Boni forest.
Presidential safety: Questions security team must answer
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/education/article/2001549217/madrassa-and-duksi-to-be-integrated-into-the-education-system
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2026-06-01
Madrassa and Duksi to be integrated into the education system
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President Ruto orders formal integration of Madrassa and Duksi into the national education system, to ensure a clear pathway for learning opportunities.
Madrassa and Duksi to be integrated into the education system
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001549218/geopolitics-how-global-power-shifts-are-rewriting-kenya-and-africas-role
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2026-06-01
Geopolitics: How global power shifts are rewriting Kenya and Africa's role
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Emerging powers are demanding a seat at the table, while regions like Africa are increasingly being asked to choose sides in contests they did not create.
Geopolitics: How global power shifts are rewriting Kenya and Africa's role
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549219/open-letter-to-aden-duale-mental-health-is-kenyas-silent-emergency
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2026-06-01
Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency
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Mental health remains one of the most underfunded areas, while the treatment gap remains as high as 75 per cent, meaning most people who need care never receive it.
Open letter to Aden Duale: Mental health is Kenya's silent emergency
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549220/minerals-could-decide-kenyas-place-in-new-global-energy-order
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2026-06-01
Minerals could decide Kenya's place in new global energy order
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Globally, demand for critical minerals is rising because countries are trying to solve three problems at once: energy insecurity, climate change and technological competition.
Minerals could decide Kenya's place in new global energy order
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549222/kenyans-are-crying-out-but-leaders-keep-turning-away-from-their-pain
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2026-06-01
Kenyans are crying out, but leaders keep turning away from their pain
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What Kenya requires is more human beings at the table of power — minds committed to compassionate creativity, where the system exists for the people, not the people for the system.
Kenyans are crying out, but leaders keep turning away from their pain
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/politics/article/2001549224/internal-wrangles-threaten-to-bring-down-gachaguas-house
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2026-06-01
Internal wrangles threaten to bring down Gachagua's house
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The Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) is facing an internal turmoil following the leadership changes effected by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua five days ago.
Internal wrangles threaten to bring down Gachagua's house
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/xn-iraki/article/2001549225/ebola-facility-plan-reeks-of-neocolonialism
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2026-06-01
Ebola facility plan reeks of neocolonialism
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The US decision to establish a holding ground for Ebola victims in Laikipia creates an impression that Africa is a dumping ground for undesirables
Ebola facility plan reeks of neocolonialism
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549226/wajir-lights-up-for-historic-63rd-madaraka-day-celebrations
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2026-06-01
Wajir lights up for historic 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations
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Long before sunrise, Wajir Stadium had already begun receiving guests both local and visitors some clad in national colour, song as thousands of Kenyans gathered for the 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations
Wajir lights up for historic 63rd Madaraka Day celebrations
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549230/he-vowed-for-better-for-worse-to-love-and-hold-cancer-made-it-a-battlefield
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2026-06-01
He vowed for better for worse, to love and hold. Cancer made it a battlefield
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George Kagina still remembers the vows he made years ago, they sounded like ordinary wedding words, and he had no way of knowing how brutally life would one day test them.
He vowed for better for worse, to love and hold. Cancer made it a battlefield
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sunday-magazine/article/2001549232/one-point-that-changed-everything
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2026-06-01
One point that changed everything
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For Prof Wambua, discipline and mindset are not motivational slogans but principles that have shaped her journey to becoming one of East Africa’s leading voices in Distance, Open and e-Learning.
One point that changed everything
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001549234/shock-as-woman-kills-her-children-and-dies-by-suicide
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2026-06-01
Shock as woman kills her children and dies by suicide
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Residents of Kong'onge village in Homa Bay County are in shock after a 30-year-old woman killed her two children and died by suicide over plans by her husband to marry a second wife.
Shock as woman kills her children and dies by suicide
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549235/government-plans-diaspora-welfare-fund-to-support-kenyans-abroad
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2026-06-01
Government plans Diaspora Welfare Fund to support Kenyans abroad
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The government is developing a legal framework to establish a welfare fund for Kenyans living abroad, aimed at providing social protection, emergency assistance and repatriation support.
Government plans Diaspora Welfare Fund to support Kenyans abroad
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/nyanza/article/2001549236/mps-promise-to-address-harassment-of-fishermen-in-lake-victoria
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2026-06-01
MPs promise to address harassment of fishermen in Lake Victoria
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A parliamentary committee has promised to intervene and ensure security is beefed up in Lake Victoria to cushion Kenyan fishermen from harassment by authorities from neighbouring countries.
MPs promise to address harassment of fishermen in Lake Victoria
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001549237/three-escape-unhurt-after-aircraft-mishap-in-maasai-mara
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2026-06-01
Three escape unhurt after aircraft mishap in Maasai Mara
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Three people escaped unhurt after a private aircraft experienced a landing gear malfunction and veered off the runway while landing at Olkiombo Airstrip in the Maasai Mara.
Three escape unhurt after aircraft mishap in Maasai Mara
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001549239/julius-omollo-and-faith-nzomo-dominate-nyanza-may-mug-in-kisumu
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2026-06-01
Julius Omollo and Faith Nzomo dominate Nyanza May Mug in Kisumu
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Julius Omollo and Faith Nzomo were the standout performers at the Nyanza May Mug golf tournament after strong wins in their categories.
Julius Omollo and Faith Nzomo dominate Nyanza May Mug in Kisumu
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001549240/leopards-madada-recalled-as-harambee-stars-make-changes-ahead-of-international-friendlies
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2026-06-01
Leopards Madada recalled as Harambee Stars make changes ahead of international friendlies
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AFC Leopards teenager Kelly Madada has earned a return to the national team as Harambee Stars made key changes to their squad and fixtures ahead of the June international window.
Leopards Madada recalled as Harambee Stars make changes ahead of international friendlies
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/opinion/article/2001549242/state-must-stop-bowing-to-foreign-interests-at-the-expense-of-kenyans
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2026-06-01
State must stop bowing to foreign interests at the expense of Kenyans
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The Ruto administration is forging ahead with plans to establish a US Ebola quarantine and treatment centre in Laikipia County against a court order and the wishes of the majority of Kenyans.
State must stop bowing to foreign interests at the expense of Kenyans
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/rift-valley/article/2001549243/kenyan-dies-in-canada-after-vehicle-plunges-into-river
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2026-06-01
Kenyan dies in Canada after vehicle plunges into river
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The family of Paul Tanui was thrown into mourning on May 17, 2026, after they received news of the death of their daughter, Benina Jepkoech, in a road accident.
Kenyan dies in Canada after vehicle plunges into river
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001549245/ruto-bets-on-water-for-northern-kenya-at-historic-madaraka-day
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2026-06-01
Ruto bets on water for northern Kenya at historic Madaraka Day
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President William Ruto has pledged 50 mega dams and millions of acres of new farmland, declaring irrigation the engine of northern Kenya's economic transformation.
Ruto bets on water for northern Kenya at historic Madaraka Day
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/health-science/article/2001549248/conservationists-embrace-bee-farming-to-protect-mangrove-forests
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2026-06-01
Conservationists embrace bee farming to protect mangrove forests
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Brain Youth Group secretary Eunice Kalewa says that they have so far planted about 4.5 million mangroves in Tudor Creek while also engaging in fish farming and beekeeping projects.
Conservationists embrace bee farming to protect mangrove forests
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/sports/article/2001549250/kenya-sevens-to-renew-rivalry-with-fiji-and-south-africa-at-bordeaux-7s
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2026-06-01
Kenya Sevens to renew rivalry with Fiji and South Africa at Bordeaux 7s
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Kenya Sevens will renew their rivalry with South Africa and Fiji at Bordeaux Sevens ahead of the final leg of the HSBC SVNS Championship set for France this coming weekend.
Kenya Sevens to renew rivalry with Fiji and South Africa at Bordeaux 7s
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/africa/article/2001549253/ghana-issues-travel-advisory-over-xenophobic-attacks-in-south-africa
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2026-06-01
Ghana issues travel advisory over xenophobic attacks in South Africa
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The Government of Ghana has advised its nationals to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa following what it says are increasing xenophobic attacks targeting Africans.
Ghana issues travel advisory over xenophobic attacks in South Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/north-eastern/article/2001549254/guyo-pledges-to-ensure-equitable-development-in-isiolo-county
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2026-06-01
Guyo pledges to ensure equitable development in Isiolo county
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Isiolo Governor Abdi Guyo says that his administration has initiated development projects in all electoral wards in the county over the last four years.
Guyo pledges to ensure equitable development in Isiolo county
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/business/article/2001549258/how-weak-project-execution-threatens-kenyas-sh48-trillion-budget
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2026-06-01
How weak project execution threatens Kenya's Sh4.8 trillion budget
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Project management experts warn weak execution could undermine Kenya’s record Sh4.8 trillion 2026/27 budget as concerns grow over stalled projects and budget absorption challenges.
How weak project execution threatens Kenya's Sh4.8 trillion budget
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/national/article/2001549263/how-kenyas-cash-transfer-for-older-persons-ran-for-years-without-a-law
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2026-06-01
How Kenya's cash transfer for older persons ran for years without a law
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Kenya’s flagship cash transfer programme for older persons operated for more than a decade without a specific legislative framework, a senior government official has acknowledged.
How Kenya's cash transfer for older persons ran for years without a law
Nairobi, Kenya
2026-06-01
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