UNEP report: Women left out, exploited in waste sector
Women working in waste management are vulnerable to discrimination and exploitation and have reported a lack of recognition, bullying, and sexual harassment at work, according to the report.
By Standard Reporter 1 month ago
UNEP report: Women left out, exploited in waste sector
Transport CS Murkomen unhurt in chopper crash
Chopper carrying Transport CS Kipchumba Murkomen and KAA Chairperson Caleb Kositany crashes during take-off in Eldama Ravine, Baringo County; no casualties.
By Standard Reporter 1 month ago
Transport CS Murkomen unhurt in chopper crash
Police rule out suicide in death of Grade 8 pupil at a Nairobi school
Police have downplayed claims that a 13-year-old Grade 8 pupil who died at Joy Garden Primary School in Nairobi committed suicide.
By Standard Reporter 1 month ago
Police rule out suicide in death of Grade 8 pupil at a Nairobi school
Four arrested in Umoja after mysterious death of Grade 8 pupil
Buruburu DCIO said the four will assist investigators in establishing the circumstances under which the deceased died.
By Standard Reporter 1 month ago
Four arrested in Umoja after mysterious death of Grade 8 pupil
Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident
KCAA said the incident involved a Cessna aircraft belonging to Ninety-Nines Flying School and a Safarilink Aviation Limited Dash 8.
By Stephanie Wangari, Standard Reporter, Stephanie Wangari 1 month ago
Safarilink plane forced to turn back to Nairobi after mid-air incident
Editor's Guild, Daystar University sign partnerships MoU
The Kenya Editors Guild and the Daystar University have signed a partnership agreement that will see the two entities collaborate in training, research, and mentorship program.
By Standard Reporter 1 month ago
Editor's Guild, Daystar University sign partnerships MoU
A dream cut short: Kiptum's aim to break record at Rotterdam Marathon
Kelvin Kiptum and his coach were killed in a traffic accident in Kaptagat, Uasin Gishu County, on Sunday, February 11.
By Standard Reporter 2 months ago
A dream cut short: Kiptum's aim to break record at Rotterdam Marathon
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What dimmed King'ori Mwangi's brightly shining star?
An exceptionally brilliant man, King'ori broke records with the police, taking only nine years from a civilian to a gazetted officer (senior superintendent).
By Standard Reporter 2 months ago
What dimmed King'ori Mwangi's brightly shining star?
Former police boss King'ori Mwangi dies
An exceptionally brilliant man, King'ori broke records with the police, taking only nine years from a civilian to a gazetted officer (senior superintendent).
By Standard Reporter 2 months ago
Former police boss King'ori Mwangi dies
No need to worry if your new born develops hernia
A hernia will develop if these openings do not close allowing the intestines or other organs to push through them.
By Standard Reporter 2 months ago
No need to worry if your new born develops hernia
Famous cheetah dies in Maasai Mara
Wildlife enthusiasts and stakeholders in the tourism sector are in mourning following the tragic end of the famous and most photographed cheetah named Kisaru aka Nalangu
By Standard Reporter 2 months ago
Famous cheetah dies in Maasai Mara
Uganda to host the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit
Uganda will be hosting the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit at its capital in Kampala.
By Standard Reporter 3 months ago
Uganda to host the 19th Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) Summit
Bus driver charged with causing deaths of 15 people
Clement Kiarie denied the charges and was released on Sh1 million bond.
By Standard Reporter 3 months ago
Bus driver charged with causing deaths of 15 people
Alarm as squatters invade Nairobi's Muthangari Drive
Business and homeowners in Muthangari area of Nairobi's Westlands have launched a spirited battle against squatters following a recent proliferation of kiosks and informal settlements in the estate.
By Standard Reporter 3 months ago
Alarm as squatters invade Nairobi's Muthangari Drive
Officer caught up in Sh2,000 bribe fails to stop interdiction
Kakamega-based traffic policeman tells court his interdiction is irregular. EACC accuses 'Denno' of demanding bribe to release an impounded matatu.
By Robert Amalemba, Standard Reporter 3 months ago
Officer caught up in Sh2,000 bribe fails to stop interdiction
Push to amend draft Bill to support youth in creative industry
The draft Creative Industry Bill 2023 is undergoing stakeholders' review at the Kenya School of Government, Nairobi.
By Standard Reporter 4 months ago
Push to amend draft Bill to support youth in creative industry
WorldCoin in negotiations to resume Kenya operations under new regulations
The Government had in August 2023 suspended Worldcoin operations in the country pending a risk assessment.
By Standard Reporter 4 months ago
WorldCoin in negotiations to resume Kenya operations under new regulations
Jumia to close food delivery business
Jumia technologies is set to close its food delivery business in a bid to cut costs.
By Standard Reporter 4 months ago
Jumia to close food delivery business
Xiaomi presents ideal Christmas gift
The Redmi 13C is equipped with a robust 5000mAh battery, ensuring that your smartphone keeps up with your fast-paced lifestyle.
By Standard Reporter 4 months ago
Xiaomi presents ideal Christmas gift
Hotel group goes premium in rebrand as it eyes more customers
The hotel chain is entering the premium segment in response to demand in the Kenyan market for home-grown quality hospitality services.
By Standard Reporter 4 months ago
Hotel group goes premium in rebrand as it eyes more customers
Diageo appoints Kenyan to head new Africa unit
Diageo has appointed a Kenyan international business executive, John Musunga, to head its newly formed South, West and Central Africa market.
By Standard Reporter 4 months ago
Diageo appoints Kenyan to head new Africa unit
Police seize four grenades, arrest two KDF soldiers
Two Kenya Defence Forces soldiers were arrested following an explosion at a bar in Chebole trading centre in Sotik, Bomet County.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Police seize four grenades, arrest two KDF soldiers
Somalia fit and ready for business, says PM
Somalia is confident it will position itself as a key investor in the blue economy investment sector in the region, despite the harsh economic environment.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Somalia fit and ready for business, says PM
Two soldiers arrested with grenades after explosion in Bomet
Two Kenya Army soldiers were arrested at Chebole trading center in Sotik, Bomet County as police investigate an explosion at a bar on Saturday night.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Two soldiers arrested with grenades after explosion in Bomet
KMPDU sues Nairobi Hospital CEO for failing to obey court orders
The Kenya Medical Practitioners Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has filed a case against Nairobi Hospital boss James Nyamongo, for failing to obey court orders.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
KMPDU sues Nairobi Hospital CEO for failing to obey court orders
Kenya, US join forces to enhance digital taxation
Kenya and the United States have partnered to drive digital innovation in taxation and enhance efficiency in tax administration through the use of digital technologies.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Kenya, US join forces to enhance digital taxation
Startup easing motherhood journey for new mums
Malaica was established in 2022 with the vision of improving the pregnancy experience for expectant mothers.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Startup easing motherhood journey for new mums
Stop encroaching Tawakal farm, MP warns
"How can people from another county claim the Tawakal farm yet it is adjacent to Ijara Deputy County commissioner's office at Masalani town Ijara sub, Garissa County," said Harun.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Stop encroaching Tawakal farm, MP warns
Alcohol makers oppose increased tax rates on spirits
The tax proposals backed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) seek to raise the minimum excise rate based on litres of pure alcohol (LPA) from the current Sh356.40 to Sh596.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Alcohol makers oppose increased tax rates on spirits
Fahari I-Reit offer surpasses target by 13pc
The redemption offer by ILAM Fahari Real Estate Investment Trust (Reit) has been oversubscribed by 13.08 per cent, paving the way for restructuring of the investment vehicle.
By Standard Reporter 5 months ago
Fahari I-Reit offer surpasses target by 13pc
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Exit Karen saga, enter Athi River: How Portland is being robbed of Sh40 billion land
Tears of pain and despair marked the eviction exercise of people living in Mavoko area in Athi River Machakos county.
By Paul Wafula, Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Exit Karen saga, enter Athi River: How Portland is being robbed of Sh40 billion land
Ship with consignment of KTDA fertiliser docks at Mombasa port
Kenya Tea Development Agency Management Services Ltd has imported 92,737 metric tonnes of fertiliser for distribution to smallholder tea farmers this financial year.
By Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Ship with consignment of KTDA fertiliser docks at Mombasa port
Ruto defends Haiti mission
President Ruto has defended his decision to send police officers to Haiti, even as he told off critics concerned by the distance to the troubled country and the language barrier.
By Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Ruto defends Haiti mission
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Gachagua calls for unity, insists strongholds will be rewarded
He agreed with seven United Democratic Alliance MPs who backed him in demanding that the zones that voted for Ruto should receive a significant portion of resource allocation.
By Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Gachagua calls for unity, insists strongholds will be rewarded
Brookside Dairy distributes fodder material to farmers
Brookside rolled out the climate-smart animal feed intervention project this year by setting up forage resource centres across the country.
By Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Brookside Dairy distributes fodder material to farmers
Catholic Relief services celebrates 80 years as it plans to combat El Nino effects
The Catholic Relief Services (CRS) has celebrated 80 years of service to humanity in over 100 countries across five continents.
By Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Catholic Relief services celebrates 80 years as it plans to combat El Nino effects
Overconfidence exposing consumers to online fraud
The study found that false confidence can propel someone to click on a fake link or respond to a scam offer.
By Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Overconfidence exposing consumers to online fraud
Northern Kenya SMEs get Sh2b credit boost from USAID
The funds target various sectors such as agriculture, livestock, energy, climate, and tourism.
By Standard Reporter 6 months ago
Northern Kenya SMEs get Sh2b credit boost from USAID
Siaya industrial park project to bolster region's economic growth
The project holds the promise of transforming the region, with its potential to generate employment opportunities, bolster local businesses, and stimulate economic growth.
By Standard Reporter 7 months ago
Siaya industrial park project to bolster region's economic growth
Woman fights it out in court with hospital over surgery gone awry
Woman claims the hospital and surgeon rushed and botched surgery to remove gall bladder stones that allegedly suffered a complication, necessitating a corrective surgery.
By Standard Reporter 7 months ago
Woman fights it out in court with hospital over surgery gone awry
IG Koome missed a point on how officers should respond to crisis
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