Faith Rono - 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

.

Faith Rono

Uchumi Supermarket will bounce back, CEO Julius Kipng’etich says

Uchumi Supermarket is working to regain its market standing by, among other things, offloading its assets to improve liquidity and its working capital.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Uchumi Supermarket will bounce back, CEO Julius Kipng’etich says

How Kibaki, Raila power sharing deal was struck

How Kibaki, Raila power sharing deal was struck

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Muthaura’s work relations with Kibaki, Moi

Muthaura’s work relations with Kibaki, Moi

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

I lost Kibaki for five minutes, it was hell, says retired ADC

I lost Kibaki for five minutes, it was hell, says retired ADC

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Former State House Comptroller opens up about fall out with Lucy Kibaki

Former State House Comptroller Matere Keriri, who doubled as private secretary to then President Kibaki, opened up in a candid interview with The Standard on Saturday about his time in the house on the hill.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Former State House Comptroller opens up about fall out with Lucy Kibaki

Uhuru appoints panel to recruit EACC commissioners

The recruitment of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) chairperson and commissioners has kicked off, Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Uhuru appoints panel to recruit EACC commissioners

What makes Israel’s dairy farming world-class

It is exactly 4.30pm local time on an extremely sunny Saturday afternoon in Tel Aviv, Israel when we land. The heat is unbearable. The city appears deserted save for a few people driving or riding motorbikes.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

What makes Israel’s dairy farming world-class

Kenyan envoy to Israel pledges support for Kenyan dairy farmers

Kenyan Ambassador to Israel, Augostino Njoroge, has pledged his support for dairy farmers who wish to borrow expertise from Israel to boost milk production.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Kenyan envoy to Israel pledges support for Kenyan dairy farmers

Serem: We're below average on devolution

The Standard’s writer Faith Ronoh interviewed Salaries and Remuneration Commission Chairperson Sarah Serem on devolution and the teething challenges that remain two years later.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Serem: We're below average on devolution

PSs positions advertised in likely shakeup in government

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has Tuesday advertised positions for principal secretaries fuelling speculation of imminent shakeup of the top officials in President Uhuru Kenyatta's administration.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

PSs positions advertised in likely shakeup in government

City demo farm aims to sharpen farmers

The last thing one would think of coming across in the heart of Nairobi, is a demonstration farm

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

City demo farm aims to sharpen farmers

How key public watchdog turned into a gravy train

Allegations of extortion and bribery within parliamentary committees did not begin with the suspended Public Accounts Committee (PAC) which is under investigation.

By Faith Rono 9 years ago

How key public watchdog turned into a gravy train

Governors welcome redeployment of 62,000 staff after lapse of term

The Council of Governors (CoG) has welcomed Government's plan to redeploy staff who had been seconded to counties following the lapse of their three-year term in counties.

By Faith Rono 9 years ago

Governors welcome redeployment of 62,000 staff after lapse of term

President Uhuru warns officers over award of irregular tenders

President Uhuru Kenyatta has sent a stern warning to government officials awarding tenders without following the due process, saying such trends will not be tolerated.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

President Uhuru warns officers over award of irregular tenders

Activists stage ‘chicken’ protest at CA over TV switch-off

Chicken, old television sets and placards characterised protests by outraged Civil Society activists opposing TV switch off outside Communications Authority of Kenya (CAK) offices in Nairobi.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Activists stage ‘chicken’ protest at CA over TV switch-off

Nominated IG Boinett: Expect more policing if I am approved

Since I had uncles who were at that time in the military and I used to admire them in uniform, I opted to join the Police in 1984 as a cadet Inspector.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Nominated IG Boinett: Expect more policing if I am approved

Joseph Boinett: Not only am I quiet and reserved, I detest mediocrity, believe in continuous improvement

â€œMajority of people, even those who think they know me do not really know what I do because the business that we do, by its very nature, obligates you to operate in the shadows.â€

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Joseph Boinett: Not only am I quiet and reserved, I detest mediocrity, believe in continuous improvement

Committee: We’re not updated on parastatal appointments

Amid concerns about a large number of State corporations operating without functional boards, it has emerged that key institutions in parastatal reform process, are kept in the dark over crucial developments within the sector.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Committee: We’re not updated on parastatal appointments

Battle for plum parastatal jobs looms as bossesâ€™ contracts expire

The battle for prime jobs in government is beginning to take shape as contracts of top parastatal chiefs expire between March and September this year.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Battle for plum parastatal jobs looms as bossesâ€™ contracts expire

State officers will not lose jobs in Reforms--Committee says

Implementation Committee on Parastatal Reforms has dismissed fears that both senior management and low cadre staff will lose their jobs as government moves to implement radical reforms on Government Owned Entities (GOE).

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

State officers will not lose jobs in Reforms--Committee says

Let's talk about strawberries and its sweet returns

The production of strawberries in Kenya is steadily on the increase despite huge expenses incurred in terms of initial capital, water and seeds.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Let's talk about strawberries and its sweet returns

Uhuruto secretly form new political party

The ruling Jubilee coalition has been transformed into a single party in a development that will shake up the political landscape ahead of the 2017 General Election.

By MWANIKI MUNUHE and FAITH RONOH 9 years ago

Uhuruto secretly form new political party

PSC raises concern over delay to appoint parastatal boards, CEOs

The Public Service Commission (PSC) has raised concern over delay in naming chief executives of parastatals.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

PSC raises concern over delay to appoint parastatal boards, CEOs

TNA, URP unveil joint party

The United Republican Party (URP) and The National Alliance (TNA) party has unveiled a new political party - Jubilee Alliance Party - ahead of 2017 General Election.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

TNA, URP unveil joint party

President faces rebellion in North Rift over Kimaiyo seat

The appointment of the next Inspector General of Police is expected to rekindle bad blood between the governing Jubilee partners after MPs from Rift Valley warned they would walk out of the coalition should the region be overlooked.

By Faith Rono 9 years ago

President faces rebellion in North Rift over Kimaiyo seat

Lorna Rutto: Creating posts from plastics earned her numerous awards for conservation

As curtain falls on 2014, Lorna Rutto, Founder and Director, EcoPost Limited, is beaming with pride for her outstanding achievements in environmental conservation.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Lorna Rutto: Creating posts from plastics earned her numerous awards for conservation

Top Judiciary officers axed controversially

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has sacked at least five senior judiciary officers under controversial circumstances

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Top Judiciary officers axed controversially

Baragoi massacre could have been avoided, says commission

Poor planning and lack of coordination among security agencies led to the death of over 30 police officers in the infamous Baragoi massacre, Commission on Administrative Justice (CAJ) said Friday.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Baragoi massacre could have been avoided, says commission

IEBC announces new dates for Homa Bay by-election

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has extended the Homa Bay senatorial by-election date by ten days.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

IEBC announces new dates for Homa Bay by-election

Perform or face the axe, civil servants warned

Civil servants who fail to perform will not be entertained, Public Service Commission Chair Prof Margaret Kobia has warned.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Perform or face the axe, civil servants warned

Uhuru talks tough on security

President Uhuru Kenyatta lashed out at opposition threats to hold countrywide demonstrations against proposed new laws to rein in runaway insecurity, saying such an action was tantamount to compromising territorial integrity.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Uhuru talks tough on security

Ethuro yet to occupy Sh150m house

Senate Speaker Ekwe Ethuro is yet to occupy a palatial residence in the upscale Karen estate that cost the taxpayer Sh150 million, The Standard can authoritatively report.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

Ethuro yet to occupy Sh150m house

State officials defend Uhuru’s security gaffe

Senior State House communication officials have defended President Uhuru Kenyatta over his recent remarks on rising insecurity.

By Faith Ronoh 9 years ago

State officials defend Uhuru’s security gaffe

DP Ruto warns public officers over fraudulent tenders

The Government will take stern action against public officers found doctoring tendering processes of all public projects, Deputy President William Ruto has warned.

By Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

DP Ruto warns public officers over fraudulent tenders

Nyokabi faces disciplinary action over International Criminal Court

Nyeri Women Representative Priscilla Nyokabi could face disciplinary action from The National Alliance (TNA) party over allegations that she had a hand in the ICC process which eventually led to the indictment of President Uhuru Kenyatta.

By Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

Nyokabi faces disciplinary action over International Criminal Court

Uhuru, Ruto pay cut was effected in April, says PSC

Official pay cut for President Uhuru Kenyatta and his deputy William Ruto was effected in April this year.

By Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

Uhuru, Ruto pay cut was effected in April, says PSC

Shollei was not named in corruption ring, UK says

The UK's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has cleared the air over allegations that former Judiciary Chief Registrar Gladys Shollei was involved in the corrupt award of lucrative printing contracts to a British company.

By Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

Shollei was not named in corruption ring, UK says

Guns trained on State over missing Sh114m

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has asked the Ministry of Agriculture to explain the whereabouts of Sh114 million missing in Government books.

By ALPHONCE SHIUNDU & FAITH RONOH 10 years ago

Guns trained on State over missing Sh114m

PAC wants Wako, MP taken to court over loss of State funds

A committee of the National Assembly chaired by Budalang'i Member of Parliament Ababu Namwamba has recommended the prosecution of Busia Senator and former Attorney General Amos Wako and Kuresoi South Member of Parliament Zakayo Cheruiyot for alleged abuse of office over purchase of cars for the police 17 years ago.

By ALPHONCE SHIUNDU and FAITH RONOH 10 years ago

PAC wants Wako, MP taken to court over loss of State funds

Interior PS told to recover Sh6.9 million which Kalonzo's wife 'got irregularly'

A parliamentary watchdog committee has ordered Interior Principal Secretary Monica Juma to pursue the wife of former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka over Sh6.9 million she allegedly got irregularly from the taxpayer.

By FAITH RONOH AND ALPHONCE SHIUNDU 10 years ago

Interior PS told to recover Sh6.9 million which Kalonzo's wife 'got irregularly'

Sky team’s fresh bid to influence Sh 2.7 billion Kebs tender

A rogue political cartel in the Jubilee administration has led to a baffling change in the tender requirements for a Sh2.7 billion deal to inspect vehicles before they are imported into the country.

By Mwaniki Munuhe, Alphonce Shiundu and Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

Sky team’s fresh bid to influence Sh 2.7 billion Kebs tender

Clerics boycott meeting with Attorney General Githu Muigai

A section of religious leaders stormed out of a meeting with the Attorney General (AG) Githu Muigai, accusing him of “deception”.

By Lilian Aluanga-Delvaux and Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

Clerics boycott meeting with Attorney General Githu Muigai

Clerics disown ‘wolves in sheep skin’ after Kanyari saga

Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK) has distanced itself from controversial Salvation Healing Ministry preacher Victor Kanyari.

By Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

Clerics disown ‘wolves in sheep skin’ after Kanyari saga

TNA leaders accuse Kidero of laxity

A section of The National Alliance (TNA) politicians have critisised Nairobi Governor Evans Kidero for failing to deliver quality services.

By Faith Ronoh 10 years ago

TNA leaders accuse Kidero of laxity

.

Latest Stories

Amorim set for Man Utd bow, Man City aim to end slump

Amorim set for Man Utd bow, Man City aim to end slump

Football

By AFP

9 mins ago

Where and how to party in Kenya

Where and how to party in Kenya

Features

By Manuel Ntoyai

9 mins ago

Back to drawing board after Stars' humiliating exit

Back to drawing board after Stars' humiliating exit

Editorial

By Editorial

16 mins ago

Governors accept Sh387b, warn critical services face uncertainty

Governors accept Sh387b, warn critical services face uncertainty

National

By Bernard Lusigi

26 mins ago

Kakamega County urged to address critical deficiencies in education sector

Kakamega County urged to address critical deficiencies in education sector

Western

By Mary Imenza

42 mins ago

Seema: Why health is wealth

Seema: Why health is wealth

Living

By Angela Mutua

1 hr ago

Treasury goes for UAE loan as IMF cautions of debt situation

Premium Treasury goes for UAE loan as IMF cautions of debt situation

Business

By Brian Ngugi

1 hr ago

Lawyer battles with client over Sh17.5m from property sale

Lawyer battles with client over Sh17.5m from property sale

Coast

By Joackim Bwana

1 hr ago