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Why Ruto rejected Public Procurement (Amendment) Bill, 2024
Wetangula said President Ruto had declined to sign the Bill and instead proposed amendments to several provisions.
By Mate Tongola 2 days ago
Why Ruto rejected Public Procurement (Amendment) Bill, 2024
Burial disrupted in Murang'a as angry mob burns homes
Police said the attacks were motivated by claims that the two residents had played a role in the circumstances surrounding Wangui's death.
By Mate Tongola 2 days ago
Burial disrupted in Murang'a as angry mob burns homes
Suspected Al-Shabaab attack damages Safaricom Mast in Garissa
The attack occurred at about 8 p.m., with the militants reportedly opening fire on the mast before fleeing the scene.
By Mate Tongola 4 days ago
Suspected Al-Shabaab attack damages Safaricom Mast in Garissa
Why former NFL player Daniel Adongo was deported from US
The deportation followed a March 23 removal order issued by a Department of Justice immigration judge.
By Mate Tongola 4 days ago
Why former NFL player Daniel Adongo was deported from US
DPP hails Obado murder conviction
ODPP expressed optimism in an appropriate and deterrent sentence that reflects the gravity of the offence.
By Mate Tongola 7 days ago
DPP hails Obado murder conviction
Gachagua dismisses Charles Owino's appointment as govt spokesperson
Gachagua claimed that the government's image had already been severely damaged by allegations of police brutality.
By Mate Tongola 8 days ago
Gachagua dismisses Charles Owino's appointment as govt spokesperson
Gachagua: Why Ruto will not steal the 2027 General Election
Gachagua says the Ol Kalou by-election has provided opposition supporters with a blueprint on safeguarding the electoral process.
By Mate Tongola 8 days ago
Gachagua: Why Ruto will not steal the 2027 General Election
Charles Owino appointed as Government Spokesperson
Owino, a former Police Spokesperson, has been appointed the new Government Spokesperson, taking over from Mwaura.
By Mate Tongola 9 days ago
Charles Owino appointed as Government Spokesperson
How KDF foiled multiple IED terror attacks in Lamu
The devices were located about 5.1, 8.27, and 8.4 kilometres apart.
By Mate Tongola 10 days ago
How KDF foiled multiple IED terror attacks in Lamu
Former IEBC commissioner Mohamed Sharawe dies
The cause of Sharawe's death was not immediately disclosed.
By Mate Tongola 10 days ago
Former IEBC commissioner Mohamed Sharawe dies
Ruto bids farewell to outgoing EU Ambassador Henriette Geiger
Ruto praised Ambassador Geiger for her contribution to strengthening the long-standing partnership between Kenya and the European Union.
By Mate Tongola 10 days ago
Ruto bids farewell to outgoing EU Ambassador Henriette Geiger
Facebook desktop outage reported worldwide
The outage primarily impacted users accessing Facebook via desktop browsers.
By Mate Tongola 11 days ago
Facebook desktop outage reported worldwide
Galmudug presidential hopeful Liibaan Hassan welcomed in Dhusamareeb
Liibaan pledged to prioritise peace, reconciliation, security and inclusive economic development if elected.
By Mate Tongola 11 days ago
Galmudug presidential hopeful Liibaan Hassan welcomed in Dhusamareeb
Several pupils killed in a school bus crash, Eastern Uganda
However, officials had not immediately disclosed the number of casualties or those injured.
By Mate Tongola 14 days ago
Several pupils killed in a school bus crash, Eastern Uganda
Sifuna defiant after ouster as Senate Minority Whip
"We will continue speaking about these things even if they punish us," Sifuna stated.
By Mate Tongola 14 days ago
Sifuna defiant after ouster as Senate Minority Whip
Media bodies condemn attacks on journalists during Ol Kalou by-election
The three media organisations called for swift action against those responsible, urging police to end attacks on journalists
By Mate Tongola 14 days ago
Media bodies condemn attacks on journalists during Ol Kalou by-election
Why you have six months to collect your logbook from NTSA
NTSA said it would no longer retain already printed logbooks beyond the six-month grace period.
By Mate Tongola 16 days ago
Why you have six months to collect your logbook from NTSA
IEBC fines Nakuru Town East MP Sh2.5 M over voter inducement remarks
The committee further ordered Gikaria to pay Sh2.5 million within 48 hours of the ruling.
By Mate Tongola 16 days ago
IEBC fines Nakuru Town East MP Sh2.5 M over voter inducement remarks
Gachagua accuses IEBC of bias ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
Gachagua wants IEBC to commit to conducting the Ol Kalou by-election in a free, fair, and credible manner.
By Mate Tongola 16 days ago
Gachagua accuses IEBC of bias ahead of Ol Kalou by-election
Ol Kalou by-election: LSK raises concerns over alleged electoral malpractice
LSK says it will deploy accredited election observers to monitor the Ol Kalou by-election.
By Mate Tongola 17 days ago
Ol Kalou by-election: LSK raises concerns over alleged electoral malpractice
People's Empowerment Party backs campaign finance rules
The party also urged IEBC to adopt a more flexible compliance framework for smaller political parties. 
By Mate Tongola 17 days ago
People's Empowerment Party backs campaign finance rules
Somalia's presidential race takes shape as four candidates emerge
Political discussions in Somalia have largely focused on former presidents Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo and Sharif Sheikh Ahmed.
By Mate Tongola 18 days ago
Somalia's presidential race takes shape as four candidates emerge
Somalia's presidential race takes shape as four candidates battle it out
Each candidate brings a distinct vision for a nation grappling with persistent insecurity, fragile state institutions and economic challenges.
By Mate Tongola 18 days ago
Somalia's presidential race takes shape as four candidates battle it out
Former EALA MP Abubakar Zein dies
Former East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) member Abubakar Zein Abubakar has died.
By Mate Tongola 21 days ago
Former EALA MP Abubakar Zein dies
UN Women pushes for alliance to boost female leadership in Kenya
The high-level closed-door roundtable was held under the theme "Advancing Women's Leadership in Kenya".
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
UN Women pushes for alliance to boost female leadership in Kenya
One killed in train accident as police probe defilement, highway robbery
In Mlolongo, a 36-year-old man died after he was struck by a train near Mlolongo Railway Station.
By Mate Tongola 22 days ago
One killed in train accident as police probe defilement, highway robbery
Veteran journalist Muliro Telewa dies at 68
Telewa had been living with kidney failure for some time, although the condition had been manageable.
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
Veteran journalist Muliro Telewa dies at 68
Bottled water exempted from excise duty
The changes took effect on July 1, 2026, after the Finance Act amended the First Schedule to the Excise Duty Act, Cap 472.
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
Bottled water exempted from excise duty
Subaru driver in a dramatic high-speed chase after alleged hit-and-run in Nairobi
Subaru driver flees Ngumba Estate, Nairobi crash scene after knocking down a motorcycle rider, sparks high speed pursuit as angry boda boda riders chase him through the estate
By Mate Tongola 24 days ago
Subaru driver in a dramatic high-speed chase after alleged hit-and-run in Nairobi
Government assures Kenyans of El Nino preparedness
Kindiki said authorities would prioritise measures to prevent flooding, landslides and mudslides
By Mate Tongola 27 days ago
Government assures Kenyans of El Nino preparedness
Government moves to bolster cybersecurity, tighten AI governance
The PS cautioned that increased digitisation had also heightened the country's exposure to cyber threats.
By Mate Tongola 29 days ago
Government moves to bolster cybersecurity, tighten AI governance
'No abduction case under Ruto's regime' - PS Omollo says
PS Omollo dismissed claims of widespread abductions as hot air.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
'No abduction case under Ruto's regime' - PS Omollo says
Ruto orders payroll fraud probe amid a ballooning wage bill
Ruto says the move will tighten oversight of the public wage bill and protect taxpayers' money.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Ruto orders payroll fraud probe amid a ballooning wage bill
Heated debate as MPs pass Finance Bill 2026
40 legislators voted against the bill. No legislator abstained.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Heated debate as MPs pass Finance Bill 2026
G7, Kenya, and partners call for safer digital spaces for minors
The leaders stressed the importance of helping young users distinguish between authentic and AI-generated content.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
G7, Kenya, and partners call for safer digital spaces for minors
Kindiki calls for global action to combat land degradation
The event was held under the theme, “Rangelands: Recognize, Respect, Restore.”
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Kindiki calls for global action to combat land degradation
Kenya to benefit from G7-backed financial reforms, Ruto says
“Pay attention to Africa. The future of global growth will be shaped there,” Ruto stated.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Kenya to benefit from G7-backed financial reforms, Ruto says
G7 leaders call for coordinated response to Ebola outbreak
The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to international cooperation on development and investment finance.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
G7 leaders call for coordinated response to Ebola outbreak
Motorists get slight relief as EPRA reduces pump prices
The price of diesel has dropped by Sh10.00 per litre in the latest review period.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Motorists get slight relief as EPRA reduces pump prices
Tonui appointed GSU Commandant in senior police reshuffle
Tonui succeeds Ranson Lolmodooni, who has led the GSU since July 12, 2024.
By Mate Tongola 1 month ago
Tonui appointed GSU Commandant in senior police reshuffle
Kalonzo to Ruto: I won't join you, stop the overtures ahead of 2027
Politics
By Juliet Omelo, Preston Murunga and Victor Budi
36 mins ago
Quality of power supply queried as Kenya suffers major blackout
Business
By Brian Ngugi and Graham Kajilwa
36 mins ago
Nurses strike paralyses healthcare services in Rift Valley counties
Health & Science
By Wycliff Kipsang, Evans Yego and Bakari Ange’ela
36 mins ago
Ruto's vision: Out with bottom up, in with the development charter
Politics
By Josphat Thiong'o
36 mins ago
How a property dispute could have escalated into double tragedy
National
By Standard Team
36 mins ago
IEBC proposes Bill to guide recall of MPs, remove need to livestream
Politics
By Josphat Thiong'o
36 mins ago