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2026 economic data shows growth comes from reforms, not speeches

Public plunder has not only continued unabated but may well have worsened compared to the previous administration, with little visible commitment from the top to rein it in.

By Patrick 9 days ago

Port users decry increased levies by state agencies

Port stakeholders have raised concerns over the introduction of new levies by government agencies at the Port of Mombasa.

By Patrick 11 days ago

CS Kabogo: Digital economy now established, focus shifts to governance and accountability

Kenya is accelerating digital transformation while prioritising governance, trust, and cybersecurity amid rising cyber threats.

By Patrick 15 days ago

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How Ruto's aggression over fuel prices with EAC neighbours strains ties

Diplomatically, Ruto's insinuations are completely unjustifiable. They may easily pass as bullying from big brother or looking down upon our neighbours.

By Patrick 16 days ago

State rallies support for Sacco reforms

Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Cabinet Secretary Wycliff Oparanya has intensified his quest to institute radical reforms in the country's cooperative movement.

By Patrick 18 days ago

Kadu Asili rebrands to replace PAA as a formidable force

Coast leaders have revived Kadu Asili as a new political force ahead of 2027, criticising Ruto's influence over regional parties and pledging grassroots-driven reforms.

By Patrick 22 days ago

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While Rwanda charts a clear path forward, Kenya is getting it all wrong

Something you learn quickly in Kigali is that the city's trees are a sacred national infrastructure that no one dares touch.

By Patrick 23 days ago

Recovery of Mekatilili photo relives heroics of the legendary woman

Researcher Stan Kiraga says the authenticity of the photo has already been proved after comparing it with the physical looks of Mekatilili's granddaughter, Sayo.

By Patrick 24 days ago

New Kifwa team takes office after chaotic polls

The Kifwa elections were marred by chaos after the outgoing branch chairman Rajab Hamisi and vice chairman Musa Mbira ordered everyone to leave the venue.

By Patrick 25 days ago

Dock worker Owuor ousts Sang, ends 20-year rule at union

Sulman Owuor beat Simon Sang to take over as secretary general in a controversial election that has triggered divisions within the organisation.

By Patrick 25 days ago

How a humble docker felled a giant at DWU

A humble docker working at Mombasa port's export yard has felled a veteran trade unionist who was the face of Dock Workers Union (DWU) for more than 20 years.

By Patrick 25 days ago

Construction of key roads gains momentum in Kilifi

Construction of key roads in Kilifi is accelerating as authorities push contractors to meet deadlines and boost the region's economic potential.

By Patrick 25 days ago

Women urged to take up leadership in supply chain sector

Stakeholders in the procurement and supply chain sector have called for increased investment in women's leadership, citing its critical role in driving economic growth and enhancing governance.

By Patrick 26 days ago

Legal pressure emerges as key barrier in corruption reporting

Legal challenges remain a major hurdle for journalists reporting on corruption-related cases.

By Patrick 26 days ago

Kenyan seafarers stuck in Tanzania

Nine Kenyan seafarers are stuck in Kilwa, Tanzania, after their fishing vessel was impounded by authorities over alleged human trafficking.

By Patrick 26 days ago

Health professionals call for early diagnosis, end to Parkinson's disease stigma

Health professionals dismissed the myth in the Coast region that associates the disease with witchcraft, even as they told residents to seek early diagnosis and care.

By Patrick 28 days ago

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Contradictions in rural economies 13 years into devolved governance

Listening to the tales from the local communities, daily incomes are quite good, but for some reason, the residents remain trapped in poverty through generations.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Furious Ruto lectures Sakaja, Zaria Group officials over casual dressing

resident William Ruto on Friday took issues with Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja for dressing casually during an official visit at State House.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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DCI wants lawyer out of Sh600m Diani land scam case

The DCI said the advocate's participation in the transaction was not that of a peripheral agent but that of the primary legal actor who caused and effected the fraudulent registration.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Dock Workers Union row deepens over Sang's ouster

The Dock Workers Union of Kenya faces internal turmoil after ousted general secretary Simon Sang's supporters denounce his replacement by deputy Selman Owuor as a "coup."

By Patrick 1 month ago

In remembering Christ's sacrifice let us return the nation back to God

State House has been reduced into the theatre of all manner influence peddling and the clergy haven't been left behind.

By Patrick 1 month ago

The true impact of Iran-US war on the Kenyan economy

Keproba urged the roundtable of Mombasa exporters to diversify their export markets, particularly by exploring intra-African trade opportunities to offset the losses.

By Patrick 1 month ago

CS Joho criticised for granting mineral license without public participation

Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho is facing scrutiny for allegedly granting a prospecting license for niobium and rare earth minerals in Kwale to a foreign firm without engaging locals.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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Can Ruto's mega projects woo restive Gen Zs to win a second term in office?

This young generation may turn the 'Tuko Kadi' slag into a political force never witnessed in any electoral cycle before.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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Mid-East conflict, port inefficiencies hit tea exporters

Exporters in Mombasa have raised concern over growing disruptions to Kenya's international trade.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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Zoning debate threatens UDA-ODM harmony on the Coast

Analysts warn zoning could enable one party to bully coalition partners.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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Paradox of a country where those in power don't listen to their own data

Ruto's regime is mortgaging every existing levy and weaponising financial engineering lingua like public-private partnerships to cover up for the implied national debt burden.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Kenya's insurance industry faces its claims moment

The ability to understand why a claim outcome was reached often matters as much as how quickly it is delivered.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Outcry over KPA recruitment process

Leaders in Mombasa are demanding transparency from Kenya Ports Authority over its recruitment process amid concerns about fairness for local youth.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Stakeholders push for HIV services integration under SHA reforms

Health stakeholders are urging integration of HIV services into Kenya's broader healthcare system under SHA to sustain progress amid changing global funding.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Matiang'i calls on Jubilee defectors to return ahead of Ruto contest

Fred Matiang'i is calling on defectors to return to Jubilee Party as he seeks to rebuild its strength ahead of a contest with William Ruto.

By Patrick 1 month ago

CS Duale defends his role in the Nairobi Hospital crisis, orders audit on governance concerns

Health CS Aden Duale defended the government's role in the Nairobi Hospital crisis, ordering an audit over governance and financial concerns while denying any takeover plans.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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Inside ODM's final fallout

A showdown is looming in ODM after a faction allied to the party's secretary general Edwin Sifuna announced it will host a parallel National Delegate Convention on March 27.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Ruto says broad-based government has achieved legislation on development

President William Ruto has claimed his administration is on the right track in the implementation of projects and successful legislations as a result of their political union with the ODM party.

By Patrick 1 month ago

KRA deploys specialised cameras to monitor operations at border points

Kenya Revenue Authority has rolled out 350 body-worn cameras at border points to enhance surveillance and transparency in customs operations, becoming the first in the region to do so.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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Cities don't run on charisma but on competence

A 1963 photograph of Nairobi captures a vision of a world-class African city, showing that urban success relies on competence, not charisma.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Tuju kicked out of Karen property in 2am raid

In videos seen by The Standard, Tuju claimed that the armed officers stormed his property on Saturday 2am and forced him out.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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Assent to Infrastructure law settles legal question, but legitimacy doubts linger

William Ruto's assent to the National Infrastructure Fund Act settles a legal question but debate continues over its legitimacy and place in Kenya's development history.

By Patrick 1 month ago

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WRC Safari Rally: Where a 'flying sausage' meets the 'queens of the dust'

An employee of GDC, Sheghu, alongside Kenya Pipeline Company's Ayuko, are drawn to the sport not by financial rewards but by the thrill of pushing boundaries and conquering fear.

By Patrick 1 month ago

Mombasa county rolls out injectable PrEP to reduce new HIV infections

Mombasa County has officially rolled out injectable PrEP in a major step toward reducing new HIV infections

By Patrick 1 month ago