Olivia Odhiambo - The Standard

×

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.

Standard Group Plc HQ Office,
The Standard Group Center,Mombasa Road.
P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
Telephone number: 0203222111, 0719012111
Email: [email protected]

NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS

Digital News

.

Olivia Odhiambo

Governor Nyong'o: This is my scorecard, and I delivered on my promises

Kisumu Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o has presented his scorecard to residents, stating that he has delivered on his campaign promises.

Governor Nyong'o: This is my scorecard, and I delivered on my promises

EACC recovers Sh300 million public land in Kisumu

EACC recovers Sh300 million public land in Kisumu

10 dead as floods wreak havoc in 20 counties

10 dead as floods wreak havoc in 20 counties

Kisumu launches innovative cancer dashboard to track cancer patients.

Kisumu launches innovative cancer dashboard to track cancer patients.

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

The government has already paid Sh5 billion of the Sh19 billion outstanding bill.

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

The Energy Ministry has announced plans for major electricity projects in Nyanza and Western to boost power supply.

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

Police gun down suspect in murder of Wells Fargo manager

Investigations into the murder of Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko took a dramatic turn Thursday when police shot dead a suspect believed to have been involved in his killing.

Police gun down suspect in murder of Wells Fargo manager

Bill seeks to boost maternal health services in Siaya

Siaya MCAs are pushing for legislation to improve access to maternal and reproductive healthcare in public health facilities.

By 2 months ago

Bill seeks to boost maternal health services in Siaya

Wanga says ODM to field presidential candidate in 2027 polls

ODM party will field candidates for key positions in the 2027 General Election including the presidency, National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has said.

By 2 months ago

Wanga says ODM to field presidential candidate in 2027 polls

Ministry of Energy announces plans to revive Muhoroni gas turbine

Located on the border of Kisumu and Kericho counties the plant will play a key role in curbing frequent power shortages experienced in parts of Western and Rift Valley regions.

By 2 months ago

Ministry of Energy announces plans to revive Muhoroni gas turbine

Rarieda sub-county gets maternity theatre to boost healthcare

Siaya Governor James Orengo's administration has opened maternity theatre complex at Madiany sub-county hospital in Rarieda.

By 2 months ago

Rarieda sub-county gets maternity theatre to boost healthcare

ODM criticises Gachagua over remarks on President Ruto

ODM hits out at DP Gachagua's remarks on President William Ruto, urges him to focus on service delivery, and distances itself from impeachment plans.

By 3 months ago

ODM criticises Gachagua over remarks on President Ruto

KDF hands over Sh2.4 billion MV Uhuru II to Kenya Railways

The Kenya Shipyard Limited has handed over the Sh2.4 billion MV Uhuru II vessel to Kenya Railways Cooperation.

By 3 months ago

KDF hands over Sh2.4 billion MV Uhuru II to Kenya Railways

Kisumu launches DNA and CPR Molecular Diagnostic Platform

DG Owili said the molecular laboratory is a landmark milestone not only in testing and monitoring HIV cases but also other pathogens such as Covid-19, TB, HPV and Hepatitis.

By 3 months ago

Kisumu launches DNA and CPR Molecular Diagnostic Platform

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Hospital elevated to level 6 status

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital elevated to a level 6 facility; to now operate as a State parastatal handling referrals within and without Kisumu.

By 3 months ago

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Hospital elevated to level 6 status

President Ruto unveils key projects in Kisumu

President William Ruto unveiled key projects in health, agriculture, and blue economy in Kisumu as he concluded his four-day Nyanza working tour.

By 3 months ago

President Ruto unveils key projects in Kisumu

Raila pushes for closer Africa unity, integration and more trade

Azimio la Umoja leader Raila Odinga has called for escalated unity and integration among African countries.

By 3 months ago

Raila pushes for closer Africa unity, integration and more trade

CS Joho warns illegal miners of stern action

Joho instructed mining officers in the region to actively monitor mining sites

By 4 months ago

CS Joho warns illegal miners of stern action

Opiyo Wandayi rallies Nyanza to support Ruto at thanksgiving event

He described their working union with Kenya Kwanza Alliance as the first milestone in a bigger political journey for the region.

By 4 months ago

Opiyo Wandayi rallies Nyanza to support Ruto at thanksgiving event

Kisumu county constructs Sh64 million agriculture college

Governor Anyang' Nyong'o's administration has constructed a Sh64 million agriculture college to boost the sector in Kisumu county.

By 4 months ago

Kisumu county constructs Sh64 million agriculture college

Raila: I talked to Ruto about new Cabinet nominees

ODM leader Raila Odinga has revealed he had discussions with President Wiliam Ruto before four of his allies were nominated to join the Cabinet.

By 4 months ago

Raila: I talked to Ruto about new Cabinet nominees

Learners and management at Kisumu Special School decry the poor state of the center

The school handles learners with physical and mental impairments.

By 4 months ago

Learners and management at Kisumu Special School decry the poor state of the center

Atwoli backs Ruto Cabinet picks, urges youth inclusion

COTU Sec-Gen Francis Atwoli backs President Ruto's decision to nominate four top ODM leaders to Cabinet citing their competency, urges him to name young people to the remaining slots.

By 4 months ago

Atwoli backs Ruto Cabinet picks, urges youth inclusion

Raila to Ruto: Heed people's warning shot

Raila says grievances raised by demonstrators affected all Kenyans and had been raised in the National Dialogue report.

By 5 months ago

Raila to Ruto: Heed people's warning shot

Raila criticises court decision allowing military streets' deployment

Azimio chief Raila Odinga faults court decision to allow KDF deployment, claims military’s role is to protect Kenya from internal strikes and foreign aggression.

By 5 months ago

Raila criticises court decision allowing military streets' deployment

Kenyan universities urged to embrace online learning

Prof Florence Indende of Maseno University and one of the COIL experts said among the challenges they are facing in incorporating the program in the institutions is internet connectivity.

By 6 months ago

Kenyan universities urged to embrace online learning

Azimio asks gov't to hold national conversation with Gen Z protesters

Wandayi argued that the Finance Bill 2024 was just a trigger but there were clear signs of pent-up emotions and frustrations that the young ones have lived with for too long.

By 6 months ago

Azimio asks gov't to hold national conversation with Gen Z protesters

How Azimio MPs plot to stop Finance Bill, but can they?

Azimio la Umoja Coalition is laying down a plan to frustrate the controversial Finance Bill 2024 as opposition against some of the tax proposals contained in the Bill continues to mount.

By 6 months ago

How Azimio MPs plot to stop Finance Bill, but can they?

Kisumu seeks Sh1b to repair roads destroyed by floods

Residents complained about the poor roads that were affecting access to markets, schools and hospitals.

By 6 months ago

Kisumu seeks Sh1b to repair roads destroyed by floods

Stop ethnic politics, Wandayi tells Nyeri Governor

Azimio warns UDA leaders from castigating those who voted against them.

By 6 months ago

Stop ethnic politics, Wandayi tells Nyeri Governor

Nyong'o threatens to de-register contractors bullying Kisumu County staff

Nyong’o issued a stern warning and threatened to delete bids.

By 6 months ago

Nyong'o threatens to de-register contractors bullying Kisumu County staff

Kisumu participates in study on cause of death among adults with HIV

Kisumu County will participate in a new study that seeks to establish the cause of death among adults with HIV in the region.

By 7 months ago

Kisumu participates in study on cause of death among adults with HIV

Kakamega hosts workshop on prevention, management of zoonotic diseases

The workshop aims at enhancing coordination and implementation of the One Health approach at the county level to improve the prevention and management of zoonotic diseases.

By 7 months ago

Kakamega hosts workshop on prevention, management of zoonotic diseases

Stakeholders reject tobacco graphic health warnings

The stakeholders want the Ministry of Health to focus more on a packaged scientific engagement to help increase knowledge about the risks associated with tobacco use instead.

By 7 months ago

Stakeholders reject tobacco graphic health warnings

Final Salute: Body of fallen CDF Gen. Francis Ogolla arrives in Kisumu

The body of Chief of Defence Forces, General Francis Ogolla, arrives in Kisumu aboard a Kenya Airforce chopper ahead of burial at his Ng'iya home in Siaya.

By 8 months ago

Final Salute: Body of fallen CDF Gen. Francis Ogolla arrives in Kisumu

Human rights activists call for prudent use of climate funds

Activists have challenged Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong'o's administration to ensure effective management of climate finances in the county.

By 8 months ago

Human rights activists call for prudent use of climate funds

Rice farmers eye better yield with hybrid seeds

The new hybrid variety is good because it records higher yields.

By 8 months ago

Rice farmers eye better yield with hybrid seeds

Several Chavakali Boys High School students injured in accident

A student from Chavakali Boys High School has died following a road accident on the Kisumu-Kakamega Highway.

By 8 months ago

Several Chavakali Boys High School students injured in accident

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

The government has already paid Sh5 billion of the Sh19 billion outstanding bill.

Public health facilities to be prioritised in NHIF pending bills payment

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

The Energy Ministry has announced plans for major electricity projects in Nyanza and Western to boost power supply.

State lines up electricity projects in Nyanza, Western

Police gun down suspect in murder of Wells Fargo manager

Investigations into the murder of Wells Fargo HR Manager Willis Ayieko took a dramatic turn Thursday when police shot dead a suspect believed to have been involved in his killing.

Police gun down suspect in murder of Wells Fargo manager

Bill seeks to boost maternal health services in Siaya

Siaya MCAs are pushing for legislation to improve access to maternal and reproductive healthcare in public health facilities.

By 2 months ago

Bill seeks to boost maternal health services in Siaya

Wanga says ODM to field presidential candidate in 2027 polls

ODM party will field candidates for key positions in the 2027 General Election including the presidency, National Chairperson Gladys Wanga has said.

By 2 months ago

Wanga says ODM to field presidential candidate in 2027 polls

Ministry of Energy announces plans to revive Muhoroni gas turbine

Located on the border of Kisumu and Kericho counties the plant will play a key role in curbing frequent power shortages experienced in parts of Western and Rift Valley regions.

By 2 months ago

Ministry of Energy announces plans to revive Muhoroni gas turbine

.

Latest Stories

Why Ruto will win resoundingly in 2027

Premium Why Ruto will win resoundingly in 2027

Columnists

By Benedict Toroitich

3 mins ago

Christmas rush to 'shags': We never learn, do we?

Christmas rush to 'shags': We never learn, do we?

Xn Iraki

By XN Iraki

3 hrs ago

Ruto hosts AUC's Faki at his Kilgoris home

Ruto hosts AUC's Faki at his Kilgoris home

National

By Mate Tongola

3 hrs ago

Scramble for Gen Z as leaders eye 11m new voters in 2027

Premium Scramble for Gen Z as leaders eye 11m new voters in 2027

Politics

By Irene Githinji

3 hrs ago

MP Jane Kihara dismisses UDA summons

MP Jane Kihara dismisses UDA summons

Politics

By Antony Gitonga

4 hrs ago

Arsenal's Saka out for 'many weeks' with hamstring injury

Arsenal's Saka out for 'many weeks' with hamstring injury

Football

By AFP

4 hrs ago

Colonial missionaries misled Africans to ignore societal ills

Colonial missionaries misled Africans to ignore societal ills

Opinion

By Basil Nyama

4 hrs ago

Top 10 most reliable and budget-friendly cars in Kenya

Premium Top 10 most reliable and budget-friendly cars in Kenya

Motoring

By Mate Tongola

5 hrs ago