Civil societies say civic space shrunk in 2025

Civil society groups have raised alarm over what they describe as a worsening suppression of civic freedoms in Kenya.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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How cartels, politicians hijacked Kimalel goat auction, locked out farmers

Farmers claim the county government sourced goats from politicians, businesspeople and their proxies, abandoning the local pastoralists.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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MCA, police officer among six freed on tough bond terms over Trans Mara clashes

Seme, Kiplagat, and Siteto were arraigned on Monday, while Langat, Kamillan, and Mibei were arraigned yesterday.

By Julius Chepkwony and Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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'Singapore dream' is a reality, Ruto tells critics to step aside

President urges Parliament to support the government in achieving its goals.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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Motorcyclist dies in Nakuru crash as angry crowd torches bus

The incident attracted an irate crowd which torched the vehicle.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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How stolen phone exposed killer behind Baringo businesswoman's murder

His arrest unravelled the murders he had allegedly committed in the past, with bodies buried in shallow graves.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Police officer shoots man dead, turns gun on self

A police officer shot dead a man at Ndurumo Trading Centre, Laikipia, on Sunday afternoon over a love triangle, then committed suicide.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Baringo patients stranded amid month-long clinicians' strike

The clinicians and other health staff downed their tools on November 15, following failed negotiations with the county government.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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Farmers tipped on sustainable agriculture

Farmers in Nakuru have been urged to adopt alternative farming methods as a means to sustain food security in the county.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Women defenders call for intergenerational conversation

Women Human Rights Defender Hub, Salome Nduta, has underscored the need for intergenerational conversations among human rights defenders.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

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How DNA match landed Baringo man 20 years in jail for girlfriend's murder

The judge noted that Kimutai was not remorseful of killing Gladys Cherono on March 30, 2015, at Chetililik in Baringo County.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

The return of Nakuru gang violence

Two people were killed in Nakuru.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

SHA to offer rehabilitation services for teachers suffering from addiction

TSC chairperson Jamleck Muturi said the commission is keen on addressing and supporting teachers battling addictions such as alcoholism.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Over 8,500 Nakuru teens infected with HIV in one year

New HIV infections among teenagers aged 15 to 19 in Nakuru County have risen to 8,563 over the past year. Last year, 3,586 adolescents tested positive, highlighting a significant increase.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 1 month ago

Man jailed 30 years for killing his father after earlier assault

A 36-year-old man jailed in 2018 for assaulting his father has been sentenced to 30 years for killing him three years later.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

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Mawanga murder witness tells court how he joined deadly gang for 'better life'

Evans Kebwaro explained how he was lured to abandon the construction work in search of better better-paying job.

By Julius Chepkwony, Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Police reservist to serve 30 years in jail for killing teacher

A High Court in Kabarnet sentenced a police reservist to 30 years in jail for the murder of a teacher in Baringo County.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Call to protect female journalists from AI-Driven abuse

Christine Kuria, Deputy Executive Director, Katiba Institute, regretted that technology misuse has been used to silence women in journalism.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

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Two men jailed 20 years for killing neighbour after being paid Sh2,500

Justice Ngetich observed that Ngetuny was killed viciously for monetary gain.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

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Osinde was killed in his house, a witness told the court

An investigative officer has told a Nakuru Court that former Treasury official Tom Osinde was killed inside his house before his body was transported to River Gucha.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 2 months ago

Baringo Governor Cheboi reshuffles cabinet

Baringo Governor Benjamin Cheboi reshuffled his cabinet after the High Court in Kabarnet vacated conservatory orders staying the removal of the County Secretary by the assembly.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Blow and Bot flies devastate livestock in Baringo

Dr. Esmond Kiptum, the County Veterinary Director, indicated that this flies invasion has resulted in the spread of diseases, including cutaneous myiasis.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Solai tragedy was an act of God, witness tells court

A hydrogeologist consultant told Nakuru Law Courts that the Solai Dam tragedy was an unavoidable natural phenomenon.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Gunshots as remandees dash for freedom

There was drama and panic in Nakuru after four remandees linked to the murder of a police officer and several civilians in robbery with violence incidents escaped while being escorted to court.

By Ken Gachuhi and Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Union backs new water tariff review

The Water Services Workers Union(WASWU) Chairperson, Francis Makokha, termed the review a major milestone towards improving service delivery for both consumers and staff.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Man sentenced to 20 years for killing his girlfriend in Baringo

The court convicted Chesire on circumstantial evidence after he confessed to villagers to slitting the throat of his girlfriend and produced a machete he used.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

15-year-jail term for man who killed sister-in-law

Kapenguria High Court found Alex Musani guilty for the murder of Josephine Wanjiku on January 10, 2025, at Makutano, West Pokot County.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

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How free ride earned woman three years in jail

On her return trip, she got a lift in a Toyota Land Cruiser with the license plate GKB 345M, which had two occupants.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

Body of missing South Sudanese recovered from Lake Nakuru

The body of a 21-year-old South Sudanese nationalist, Mach Mayien Anyieth, who went missing on Friday, has been recovered from Lake Nakuru.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 3 months ago

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CCTV footage exposes how maid tortured 3-year-old girl to death

The nanny was captured beating the girl and mercilessly threw her to the floor.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Kabarnet University College admits the first batch of 503 students

Another 145 students are expected at the newly established university this week.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Water Sector workers form first union

On Monday, the Water Services Workers Union (WASWU) signed its first recognition agreement with Nakuru Water and Sanitation Services Company.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Traders decry strict tobacco regulations, call for dialogue

Nakuru County small business owners have called on the Senate to stop over-regulating the Tobacco Control Bill 2024 and instead listen to their suggestions.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Cheboi raises concern over malnutrition in Baringo

Baringo Governor Benjamin Cheboi has raised concerns over persistent malnutrition in the county, claiming one in every four children suffers from stunted growth.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

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How Baringo maths teacher beats the odds to win top AU award

Chemoiwa received communication that the successful contestants would be announced soon, but she never gave it much thought

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Nakuru Hospital releases patients following Standard expose

A spot check by The Standard discovered that the beds were almost empty as unlike the Friday scene, where the pediatric ward was full with patients sharing beds.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

South Sudanese couple sue estate firms over son's attempted kidnap in Nairobi

The couple is seeking over 20 million for damages allegedly caused by the management's negligence.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

State wants court to lift orders stopping relocation of Moi Teachers College

The State has petitioned the High Court in Kabarnet to lift an order stopping the relocation of Moi Teachers College to Talai High School to pave the way for Kabarnet University College.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 4 months ago

Baringo's stalled projects remain an eyesore

The locals have questioned the county government's motive, as the project had stalled until days ago, when minimal activities, such as digging, resumed.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 5 months ago

The State uses sport in efforts to achieve peace in the North Rift

The Commander of Operation Maliza Uhalifu, Brigadier Alex Kiraguri, said that sports bring together tribes to foster unity and cement peaceful coexistence among them.

By Yvonne Chepkwony 5 months ago