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The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest.
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  • P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
  • Telephone number: 0203222111, 0719012111
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Together yet apart: Inside Kenya's urban loneliness pandemic

In today’s world, many people want love without losing themselves, holding on to connection while still protecting their individuality, but is that balance really sustainable?
By Peter Muiruri 19h ago
The birth rate in Kenya is steadily declining. It dropped from 32.67 births per 1,000 people in 2010 to 26.79 births per 1,000 in 2025
By Kenyatta Otieno Apr. 24, 2026
Your bed will cease to be a mere piece of furniture and instead become a carefully curated sanctuary, signalling order, calm and rest
By Agnes Mwandawiro Apr. 23, 2026
In the busyness of modern life, true comfort lies in not having to think, reaching for a favourite snack, finding paper towels when needed, and enjoying a bowl of seasonal fruit
By Agnes Mwandawiro Apr. 22, 2026
Work today rarely follows a straight path. More people are stepping away from their jobs to reset or rethink their careers
By Anjellah Owino Apr. 22, 2026
Congratulations! Your job application has been successful and you are ready to impress, until the question about that gap in your CV comes up
By Esther Muchene Apr. 18, 2026
Every office has them: the work mum, work dad, work siblings. But for a younger generation entering the workplace, that familiar family dynamic is starting to feel different
By Tania Omusale Apr. 18, 2026
Fakers use their superiority complex to hide deep-seated feelings of inferiority. By placing themselves on a pedestal, they choose to avoid the vulnerability of being seen as ordinary
By Esther Muchene Apr. 15, 2026
A well-planned, professional exit speaks volumes about your character and leaves a lasting, positive impression
By Esther Muchene Apr. 14, 2026
Pricing is not just about attaching a number to a product or service; it’s about understanding value, covering costs and positioning yourself in the market
By Anjellah Owino Apr. 14, 2026
Somewhere between burnout, endless scrolling and constant notifications, people are starting to choose hobbies that don’t involve a screen or an audience
By Tania Omusale Apr. 14, 2026
Somewhere between Wi-Fi bundles, trending hashtags, and “Breaking News!”, Kenyan bloggers have carved out a space that is chaotic, hilarious, informative, and occasionally… questionable
By Silas Nyamweya Apr. 10, 2026