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Apr 17, 2026 at 09:44AM
KMPDU also rejected allegations of negligence against the hospital's Medical Superintendent, Dr Anthony Nduva, saying no formal disciplinary process had been undertaken.
Apr 16, 2026 at 07:40AM
Machakos County Government on Wednesday launched a youth empowerment programme targeting 3000 youths
Apr 15, 2026 at 07:45PM
Police IG Kanja said the decision was aimed at ensuring a fair, transparent, and impartial probe
Apr 14, 2026 at 08:51AM
Learners across the country are taking to the stage with performances that not only entertain but also highlight real-life issues and practical skills.
Apr 13, 2026 at 12:01PM
Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret Dominic Kimengich has asked state agencies to restore order.
Apr 11, 2026 at 01:30PM
(KEFFA) is calling for the establishment of a special fund for Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (ASAL) to cushion livestock farmers from the impact of climate change.
Apr 09, 2026 at 08:34AM
Homa-Bay nurses end strike after 9 days.
Apr 09, 2026 at 06:22AM
Traffic to be temporarily disrupted within CBD today; City Hall way, Supreme Court and Wabera Street to be closed to public ahead of President Ruto's address to Nairobi County Assembly.
Apr 07, 2026 at 08:36AM
Sikri Technical and Vocational College for the Blind and Deaf in Kasipul Constituency upgraded to National Polytechnic.
Apr 06, 2026 at 01:58PM
Five Kenyan counties have been implicated in a major Social Health Authority fraud scheme, prompting the shutdown of 12 hospitals as authorities intensify investigations.
Mar 30, 2026 at 11:51AM
Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has defended the newly signed cooperation agreement between the national government and Nairobi City County Government.
Mar 28, 2026 at 07:02PM
At least 15 people killed in road accident after a lorry rammed a matatu, near Dedan Kimathi University on Nyeri-Nyahururu highway, police say.
Mar 22, 2026 at 12:40PM
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has defended the ongoing evictions and demolitions along riverbanks in Nairobi, saying the county government will continue reclaiming riparian land.
Mar 20, 2026 at 02:54PM
Standard Group and Mediamax journalists assaulted while covering a UDA meeting in Cherangany, Trans Nzoia; attack followed story on a fake ambulance deal at Harambee House.
Mar 16, 2026 at 11:20AM
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has ordered the preparation of a 48-hour action plan to address flooding, drainage failures and infrastructure damage across the city.
Mar 08, 2026 at 07:24AM
Persistent gender-based violence and harmful traditions targeting women and girls are driving renewed campaigns to push communities to abandon the practices.
Mar 01, 2026 at 04:00AM
Dominic Kimengich, who survived a gun attack while celebrating Mass in Todonyang near the Kenya-Ethiopia border in 2013, is set to take up a new role in Mombasa County.
Feb 26, 2026 at 08:37AM
Voters in Isiolo, Kakamega and Embu counties went to the polls Thursday in by-elections marked by a sibling rivalry in Isiolo South and allegations of violence in West Kabras ward.
Feb 24, 2026 at 01:03PM
Murang'a ranked top county for job creation, automation and fast delivery of E-Government services, scores 98 per cent in Vision 2030 Delivery Secretariat survey; Wajir trails at 28 per cent.
Feb 11, 2026 at 05:21PM
More than 2.27 million children will receive direct water, sanitation and hygiene services across 18 counties by 2030 under a new development plan.
Feb 07, 2026 at 04:20PM
Coast Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno has warned criminals operating in the coastal region that police will not hesitate to use firearms where the law allows.
Jan 31, 2026 at 01:36PM
Chuka Girls High School closed indefinitely following protests by some parents demanding removal of Chief Principal Joan Muchina over alleged poor performance, among other issues.
Jan 30, 2026 at 03:55PM
Homa Bay County has launched a women-led sanitary pad manufacturing factory aimed at addressing period poverty, reducing school absenteeism among girls and creating jobs for women.
Jan 21, 2026 at 03:25AM
The Committee Chairperson Senator Godfrey Osotsi said that the counties have got no option but to comply with the urban areas and Cities act
Jan 15, 2026 at 10:37AM
Camels seek for pastures in Moyale in Marsabit County where drought has adversely affected the pastoralist's community due to failed rains. [Antony Gitonga, Standard]
Jan 06, 2026 at 02:01PM
Investigations into the fatal shooting of Dennis Ringa Swaleh, 14, in Kisauni, Mombasa, ongoing; IPOA says key witnesses interviewed and postmortem conducted.
Dec 17, 2025 at 03:00AM
CoG has urged National Treasury CS John Mbadi to comply with the resolution they passed with President William Ruto to release all the expenses related to wages and deductions.
Dec 12, 2025 at 09:00PM
Calls for improved security ahead of the Christmas festivities, alleged unfulfilled promises by the government, and unity dominated speeches as Kenyans convened in counties.
Dec 11, 2025 at 09:33AM
Twenty-two-year-old environmental activist Truphena Muthoni has officially set a 72-hour world record for tree-hugging, surpassing her previous personal best of 48 hours.
Dec 11, 2025 at 05:16AM
County governments have over the years cried foul over the national government's continued chokehold on crucial functions