Win for farmers as Africa's First ISO-Certified personal protective clothing launched
Pest Control Products Board Chief Executive Officer Fredrick Munchiri said the innovation is part of an effort to improve safety measures when handling pest control products in the country.
By Harold Odhiambo 3 months ago
Win for farmers as Africa's First ISO-Certified personal protective clothing launched
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The war in ODM: Raila's moment of truth amid a tower of babel
Although the ongoing anti-government protests might have crumbled Ruto's proposed taxes and part of his Cabinet, but its spiral effect is rapidly threatening Raila Odinga's mighty ODM.
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 3 months ago
The war in ODM: Raila's moment of truth amid a tower of babel
Saving lives of pregnant mothers, one backpack at a time
According to Kemri-CDC, malaria is responsible for 30 per cent of outpatient consultations, 19 per cent of hospital admissions, and 3-5 per cent of inpatient deaths.
By Harold Odhiambo 4 months ago
Saving lives of pregnant mothers, one backpack at a time
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Multiple wars threatening to crumble Ruto's nascent empire
President Ruto has to weigh every action he takes for it has a consequence, even as he keeps his eye on 2027 to ensure that he does not make history as a one-term president.
By Harold Odhiambo 4 months ago
Multiple wars threatening to crumble Ruto's nascent empire
Homa Bay County adopts modern technology to boost cotton farming
Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga's administration has rolled out an ambitious plan to revive cotton farming in the region to tap into the country's growing textile industry.
By Harold Odhiambo 5 months ago
Homa Bay County adopts modern technology to boost cotton farming
UDA steps up bid to solidify support in Homa Bay
President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has intensified efforts to bolster support in Homa Bay County ahead of the second round of elections for officials.
By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago
UDA steps up bid to solidify support in Homa Bay
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Ogolla's death adds to list of dark chapter in Nyanza history
The list of influential leaders the region has lost is long and dates back to the 1960s when the region played key role in the establishment of an independent Kenya to the present day.
By Harold Odhiambo 6 months ago
Ogolla's death adds to list of dark chapter in Nyanza history
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Raila succession saga: Inside ODM's turbulent journey
There are fears ODM may be losing ground in some key places and several party offices have remained closed and without activity, causing an alarm to the party's leadership.
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 7 months ago
Raila succession saga: Inside ODM's turbulent journey
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New generation of Young Turks poised to shake Opposition as old guards stay put
The Sunday Standard has established ODM Young Turks are determined to replace the old guards and are crafting strategies to ascend to the top of opposition ranks.
By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago
New generation of Young Turks poised to shake Opposition as old guards stay put
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It's now payback time for Raila the kingmaker as stars align for him
In 2002, Raila was at the forefront of brokering a power formula that helped former President Mwai Kibaki to clinch the presidency with ease.
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 8 months ago
It's now payback time for Raila the kingmaker as stars align for him
Raila Odinga's stance on ODM confuses friends and foes
Despite interest in AUC post, Raila has gone into overdrive to strengthen ODM. Observers and his allies believe a strong ODM is a powerful bargaining tool he is unwilling to let go of just yet.
By James Omoro and Harold Odhiambo 8 months ago
Raila Odinga's stance on ODM confuses friends and foes
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No permanent enemies: Ten faces of Raila that puzzle friend and foe
Raila Odinga, who is seeking to be the next chairman of the AU Commission, has been the face of opposition politics in Kenya for more than four decades.
By Harold Odhiambo 8 months ago
No permanent enemies: Ten faces of Raila that puzzle friend and foe
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Which way? Raila AUC bid leaves Azimio allies in deep confusion
Leaders are jostling for his endorsement but he says he is here to stay. Eyebrows have been raised after leaders have come out of the woodwork
By Harold Odhiambo 8 months ago
Which way? Raila AUC bid leaves Azimio allies in deep confusion
Raila Odinga: The king of political comebacks
Second chances and political revivals are close to ODM leader Raila Odinga's political heart and has molded him to be the proverbial cat with nine lives in the country's politics.
By Harold Odhiambo 9 months ago
Raila Odinga: The king of political comebacks
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Uncertainty in Azimio as Raila eyes AU chairperson job
Raila's potential exit from local politics should he bag the AU chairperson job is a major turning point for the future of the Opposition that he built and held with grit.
By Harold Odhiambo 9 months ago
Uncertainty in Azimio as Raila eyes AU chairperson job
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Succession: How Raila is walking in the steps of his father, Jaramogi
In Nyanza, the talk of a Raila succession is almost an abomination even as political undercurrents whirl.
By Harold Odhiambo 10 months ago
Succession: How Raila is walking in the steps of his father, Jaramogi
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Remembering Jaramogi: Inside life and times of the doyen of opposition politics
According to historians, Jaramogi's contribution to the quest to attain independence was immense and was the force that helped the country's first president, Jomo, to ascend to power.
By Harold Odhiambo and Olivia Odhiambo 10 months ago
Remembering Jaramogi: Inside life and times of the doyen of opposition politics
Azimio leaders to give direction on high cost of living next week
The opposition chief believes Kenya Kwanza has compromised MPs to pass retrogressive laws. It remains to be seen whether Azimio's statement will include calls for mass action.
By Anne Atieno and Harold Odhiambo 10 months ago
Azimio leaders to give direction on high cost of living next week
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Raila's fresh political dilemma as allies front pushback against Ruto
Some of his allies concerned he is not weaponising public discontent on high cost of living. There are, however, others who want him to hang his boots, back Kalonzo for 2027.
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 11 months ago
Raila's fresh political dilemma as allies front pushback against Ruto
Nyong'o urges AU to cut diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza bombing
Nyong'o described the attacks in Gaza as unfortunate and claimed the region cannot afford to stay silent.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Nyong'o urges AU to cut diplomatic ties with Israel over Gaza bombing
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Trouble with IEBC as uncertainty abounds over pending mini-polls
IEBC has been operating without commissioners since the retirement of Chairman Wafula Chebukati, and Commissioners Abdi Guliye and Boya Molu on January 17.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Trouble with IEBC as uncertainty abounds over pending mini-polls
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PS Omollo: The growing power of Ruto's man in Nyanza region
Omollo's position on the national stage and his activities to market the United Democratic Alliance's (UDA) development agenda in the region appear to be shaping his political credentials.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
PS Omollo: The growing power of Ruto's man in Nyanza region
Lake Victoria Basin Commission bets on bamboo trees to restore Osipata Gulley in Busia
The Lake Victoria Basin Commission (LVBC) has embarked on an ambitious initiative to restore the fragile Osipata gulley in Teso South, Busia County.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Lake Victoria Basin Commission bets on bamboo trees to restore Osipata Gulley in Busia
Opposition demands accountability over deaths in Kericho stampede
The opposition has challenged the government to compensate the families who lost their kin during the Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kericho on Friday.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Opposition demands accountability over deaths in Kericho stampede
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Kenyans staring down the barrel as cost of fuel hits all-time high
Super petrol will now retail at Sh217.12 per litre in Nairobi, an increase of Sh5.72. Government says it tapped into petroleum development levy to cushion consumers.
By Emmanuel Kipchumba, Macharia Kamau and Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Kenyans staring down the barrel as cost of fuel hits all-time high
KNUT boss survives a grisly accident in Kisumu
The SG says he was saved by a seatbelt that prevented him from being thrown out of the vehicle.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
KNUT boss survives a grisly accident in Kisumu
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Ruto puts together dream team to deliver Nyanza economic change
President William Ruto has assembled a dream team to help him deliver his ambitious economic and political reforms for Nyanza region.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Ruto puts together dream team to deliver Nyanza economic change
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Will Ruto break political jinx of past presidents and bag Nyanza?
President William Ruto is the latest entrant to attempt to change the region's political dynamics. And he seems to be applying the same strategy he used to woo Mount Kenya.
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 1 year ago
Will Ruto break political jinx of past presidents and bag Nyanza?
Experts push to save fragile Mara ecosystem
Delegates from the East Africa Community (EAC) have endorsed an ambitious proposal to save the fragile Mara ecosystem which is facing huge threat of environmental degradation.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Experts push to save fragile Mara ecosystem
President to tour Raila's backyard for four days in new charm offensive
On Saturday, the president's allies in the region as well as senior government officials were racing against time to put final touches to preparations for the visit.
By James Omoro and Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
President to tour Raila's backyard for four days in new charm offensive
Inside the mega-fight to save Mara ecosystem as experts mull solutions
There are regional fears that a failure to intervene in unchecked developments, deforestation, poor farming, uncontrolled water abstraction, and pollution threaten the fragile ecosystem.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Inside the mega-fight to save Mara ecosystem as experts mull solutions
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To leave, or not: ODM expulsion and the effect on rebels' future
ODM party is devising a strategy to regain the seats held by the embattled MPs while focusing on eroding their grassroots support for betraying the party.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
To leave, or not: ODM expulsion and the effect on rebels' future
Raila meets Nyanza, Western governors in move to step up bid to fortify his support base
Opposition chief holds three-hour closed door meeting with eight governors in Kisumu following reports of overtures from President Ruto to shift loyalty.
By Harold Odhiambo, Olivia Odhiambo 1 year ago
Raila meets Nyanza, Western governors in move to step up bid to fortify his support base
Expelled ODM lawmakers want tribunal to overturn the decision
The MPs claim they have been targeted by ODM over their association with President William Ruto.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Expelled ODM lawmakers want tribunal to overturn the decision
Agency, partners intensify efforts to conserve Mara ecosystem ahead of fete
Lake Victoria Basin Commission is targeting to use the event to spur up conservation efforts in the entire Lake basin region by planting trees to boost forest cover.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
Agency, partners intensify efforts to conserve Mara ecosystem ahead of fete
Expelled 'rebel' MPs prepare to take the battle to ODM, Raila
A political and legal showdown is looming in Raila Odinga's Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party after five members expelled by the party they will not go down without a fight.
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 1 year ago
Expelled 'rebel' MPs prepare to take the battle to ODM, Raila
LBDA embarks on mission to plant fruit trees as Kenya hosts Africa Climate Summit
The move is part of an effort to augment efforts of various stakeholders working around the clock to respond to the escalating global climate crisis.
By Harold Odhiambo 1 year ago
LBDA embarks on mission to plant fruit trees as Kenya hosts Africa Climate Summit
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Wandayi: Does he have what it takes to assume Baba's mantle?
Recent turn of political events appears to have thrust Opiyo Wandayi to the heart of the opposition's kitchen where all key opposition plans, decisions, activities, and plum roles are baked.
By Harold Odhiambo and Isaiah Gwengi 1 year ago
Wandayi: Does he have what it takes to assume Baba's mantle?
How devolution has opened up spaces for women in leadership
The high political tables, once a preserve for vocal male politicians, is now a professional playground for women as they fill the missing link to region's development.
By Winfrey Owino, Harold Odhiambo and Eric Abuga 1 year ago
How devolution has opened up spaces for women in leadership
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Poisoned chalice? Jitters in Azimio over proposal for new office for the Opposition leader
The creation of the office is among the top items that Kenya Kwanza is fronting ahead of the talks. In the formula, Ruto's coalition envisions an opposition funded to conduct oversight.
By Harold Odhiambo and Anne Atieno 1 year ago
Poisoned chalice? Jitters in Azimio over proposal for new office for the Opposition leader
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