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End of 'I do'? Urban couples find joy without formal marriage vows

For many urban women, the journey to love and family no longer follows the traditional script of weddings and dowries.

By Maryann Muganda 12 days ago

Doctors' strike persist as health crisis deepens in Kiambu county

KMPDU is accusing the county of defying court orders and turning a blind eye to the collapsing healthcare infrastructure.

By Maryann Muganda 17 days ago

Myths and misconceptions blamed for low uptake of HPV vaccines

Counties in Northern Kenya continue to record alarmingly low uptake of HPV vaccine, with less than one per cent of eligible girls receiving the jab.

By Maryann Muganda 17 days ago

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The Last Laugh: Why Kenya's most detested carnivore deserves better

Hyenas are increasingly boxed in, both physically and psychologically. Human-caused hyena mortality has increased compared to lion-caused hyena mortality.

By Maryann Muganda 19 days ago

Women's group calls for peaceful dispute resolution as Kenya faces rising tensions

WADR warned that continued conflict threatens to erode hard-won gains in governance, entrepreneurship, innovation, and the rule of law.

By Maryann Muganda 23 days ago

How Kibra youth are turning trash into treasure

Youth-led initiative transforms Kibera's waste into jobs and clean environment. Slums Going Green inspires Africa by recycling plastics into useful products.

By Maryann Muganda 26 days ago

Tony Gachoka condemns Ruto's 'shoot protesters' order

Political commentator Tony Gachoka has condemned President William Ruto's controversial remarks, allegedly instructing police officers to shoot protesters.

By Maryann Muganda 29 days ago

Malnutrition, obesity persist among African children

In countries like Kenya and South Africa, this contradiction is especially stark. We can develop mRNA vaccines in record time, but we can't guarantee a child a balanced meal.

By Maryann Muganda 1 month ago

Economy and politics major contributors of child malnutrition

In a world armed with unprecedented scientific knowledge, lifesaving medicines, and sophisticated health technologies, millions of African children continue to suffer from malnutrition and obesity.

By Maryann Muganda 1 month ago

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Motor Neurone Disease: When the body fails but mind remains aware

Though it affects a tiny fraction of the population globally, MND is a cruel and relentless illness with no cure

By Maryann Muganda 1 month ago

I was attacked in broad daylight as police watched, lawyer claims

His assault, now gone viral, has seen police officers accused of enabling the violence.

By Maryann Muganda 1 month ago

Esther Passaris: Self-declared police mouthpiece

Esther Passaris was crowned Defender-in-Chief of the Eliud Lagat Defence Forces for her gallant defence of the Deputy Inspector General of Police.

By Maryann Muganda and Brian Otieno 1 month ago

Africa urged to invest in data to curb maternal deaths

Africa is falling behind in its quest to meet the 2030 Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets for maternal and newborn health.

By Maryann Muganda 1 month ago

New research reveals lasting physical, mental scars of FGM

Female genital mutilation, long condemned as a violation of human rights, has now been definitively linked to a wide range of serious and lasting health complications.

By Maryann Muganda 1 month ago

Twists and turns as MoH seeks controversial partnership with BAT

The Standard has established that the Ministry wrote a letter to BAT seeking partnership in a national anti-tobacco campaign targeting transport sector workers.

By Maryann Muganda and Mercy Kahenda 1 month ago

Chandaria leads key support for disabled children

The Chandaria Foundation has donated an assortment of vital items to Bobleo Children's Home in West Pokot County, in partnership with Standard Group, EKA Hotel and others.

By Maryann Muganda 1 month ago

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Not the biggest bully being threatened by mtu mdogo with a website

Rose Njeri, the soft-spoken mother of two, was apparently too intelligent to be left unbothered by a government that breaks into a sweat at the sight of an Excel spreadsheet.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

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Deadly parasite mimics malaria, quietly claiming lives undetected

This deadly yet neglected disease continues to afflict thousands, quietly claiming lives in communities already battling poverty, hunger, and limited access to health care.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

Young mothers and adolescent girls champion menstrual rights in Turkana

Despite efforts to change the way the Turkana community approaches and perceives menstruation, stigma and ignorance about periods remain.

By Mike Ekutan, Mike Ekutan and Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

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Beyond sanitary towels, Kenya needs menstrual leave policy

Reproductive health advocates root for legitimate break from work for women on periods.They say women deserve dignity and special attention for those days.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

Kiambu doctors' strike worsens over claims of mismanagement, neglect

Doctors in Kiambu County have downed their tools.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

Health CS launches Health Benefits, Tariffs Advisory Panel to boost UHC

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on Monday inaugurated the Benefits Package and Tariffs Advisory Panel and its Secretariat.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

Mothers shoulder 71 per cent of household mental load, study finds

A previous American study found motherhood equates to 2.5 full-time jobs - roughly 14 hours a day, seven days a week.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

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Kwale village where mangoes are thriving and mosquitos are losing crippling sting

A team of health workers is testing both people and mosquitoes to trace the footprints of elephantiasis that has ravaged Kwale County for decades.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

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Senator Orwoba in court yet again, where her political dreams died!

After badmouthing her colleagues, accusing some of sexual harassment, she had hoped the courts would overturn her suspension from the Senate last year.

By Maryann Muganda and Brian Otieno 2 months ago

Suluhu warns foreign activists as Kenyans deported from Tanzania

President said she will not allow foreign activists to mess up her country. Kenya's Foreign Affairs PS called on Tanzania to uphold the principles of EAC.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

Two cities, one crisis: The plastic puzzle Kathmandu and Nairobi cannot solve

According to the climate expert what Kathmandu urgently needs is a proper system for waste segregation-separating biodegradable from non-biodegradable materials.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

Schizophrenia: A silent mental disorder ignored, misunderstood by society

Schizophrenia most commonly begins during adolescence or early adulthood, typically between the ages of 15 and 25.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

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The 'little buffalo' inspires digital creativity in an unintended way

Kabogo has adopted the late Mwai Kibaki's hairstyle, probably hoping his fast balding will unlock statesmanlike wisdom.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

Standard Group journalist scoops videographer of the year award

Just hours earlier, she had been discharged from the hospital after delivering her third child.

By Maryann Muganda and Ronald Kipruto 2 months ago

Which Mother's Day? Women weep for children killed by State

As the world celebrates Mother's Day today, many women will be showered with flowers, heartfelt cards, and warm embraces from their children and loved ones.

By Maryann Muganda 2 months ago

State vows to fight GMO misinformation as agency launches strategic plan

One of the key objectives of the plan is to improve public awareness of biosafety and GMO-related science, especially among farmers and consumers.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Nepal vs Kenya: Two Nations tackling a growing menace

From teenagers to elderly citizens, public smoking is ambiguous while the distinct smell of tobacco follows pedestrians past bus stops, shopfronts, and markets.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

The dangerous obsession with a 'clean' vagina

A woman holding paper with a question mark over her crotch.

By Maryann Anyango, Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

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Nepal's digital finance and lessons from our mobile money revolution

In Kathmandu's iconic Thamel district, the rhythm of daily life feels steady, steeped in tradition. The narrow lanes buzz gently with scooters and the soft chatter of locals.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

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Erased before birth: How gender bias fuels a silent war on unborn girls

This harsh reality, well documented both anecdotally and in data, reflects one of the most chilling forms of gender-based violence: sex-selective abortion.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

From termites to grasshoppers, why experts want you to eat insects

Across the globe, insects are emerging as a sustainable protein source that nutrition experts champion for both environmental benefits and nutritional profile.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Infamous fertility specialist opens Nairobi clinic amid ethics queries

Dr Nayana Patel from India has been accused of exploiting poor women through commercial surrogacy.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Period poverty, child marriage still plague Kenyan girls in 2025

Period poverty and child marriage remain unresolved issues in many parts of the country.

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago

Dental Association wants Council chair to resign over unqualified personnel

The members protested from University of Nairobi Dental School to the offices of the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).

By Maryann Muganda 3 months ago