×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya’s Boldest Voice
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App
Farmer's Choice targets women, youth in plans to grow smokie vendor base
The planned expansion will be driven through the initiative designed to economically empower aspiring entrepreneurs by providing fully kitted smokie vending trolleys.
By 7 days ago
Farmer's Choice targets women, youth in plans to grow smokie vendor base
Two suspected drug peddlers arrested in Nairobi's Kware
A search of the premises led to the recovery of 680 rolls of bhang along with additional plant materials suspected to be narcotic substances ready for processing and sale.
By 7 days ago
Two suspected drug peddlers arrested in Nairobi's Kware
Agency calls for water harvesting as floods wreak havoc in Nairobi
The National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority has called for a critical shift toward comprehensive water harvesting and storage strategies following flooding across Nairobi.
By 9 days ago
Agency calls for water harvesting as floods wreak havoc in Nairobi
KTDA inks deal with KIPPRA to accelerate market-driven transformation
The objective of the partnership is to align all frameworks with prevailing laws, eliminate inefficiencies, and embed best-practice standards that support agility and transparency.
By 14 days ago
KTDA inks deal with KIPPRA to accelerate market-driven transformation
Four suspects arrested as NACADA intensifies war against drug abuse
NACADA says community protection is paramount as it executes intelligence-led crackdowns to dismantle supply chains, strengthen prevention programmes to reduce demand.
By 15 days ago
Four suspects arrested as NACADA intensifies war against drug abuse
Konza inks deal with Moroccan firm to deliver AI certification
The Konza Technopolis has entered a partnership with a Morocco-based firm aimed at delivering AI workshops and executive certification to the board and staff of the smart city.
By 17 days ago
Konza inks deal with Moroccan firm to deliver AI certification
Sigh of relief for Wajir youth as 200 graduate with digital skills
Wajir County can now breathe a sigh of relief after some 200 youth graduated with digital skills.
By 22 days ago
Sigh of relief for Wajir youth as 200 graduate with digital skills
Teacher empowerment key for learner preparation, stakeholders told
Siza Majola said when teachers are empowered to evolve, they in turn are able to equip the next generation with what they require to thrive in the 21st-century economy.
By 24 days ago
Teacher empowerment key for learner preparation, stakeholders told
Reprieve for livestock farmers as feed manufacturing plant is commissioned
The plant is deemed central to doubling national milk production, strengthening feed standards, and positioning the country as a regional livestock powerhouse.
By 26 days ago
Reprieve for livestock farmers as feed manufacturing plant is commissioned
Kenya-Italy seek cooperation on governance reforms
Kenya and Italy are engaging in a structured cooperation between the Italian National School of Administration and the Kenya School of Government.
By 1 month ago
Kenya-Italy seek cooperation on governance reforms
PS Isaboke calls for adoption of technology that addresses consumer needs
Kenya currently boasts approximately 98 per cent 4G population coverage, positioning it among Africa’s top digital performers and reinforcing its reputation as a regional innovation hub.
By 1 month ago
PS Isaboke calls for adoption of technology that addresses consumer needs
Global leaders advance supply chain efficiency through digital transformation
Global leaders focus on strengthening trade corridors, improving supply chain efficiency, accelerating digital transformation, and building resilient, future-ready logistics ecosystems.
By 1 month ago
Global leaders advance supply chain efficiency through digital transformation
Kingdom Bank opens new Embu branch to power farmers and traders
The branch will offer a full range of retail and business banking services, including personal and business loans, as well as digital banking solutions, serving individuals, farmers and MSMEs.
By 1 month ago
Kingdom Bank opens new Embu branch to power farmers and traders
Nakuru residents benefit from free cataract surgeries
The week-long free cataract surgical camp aims to restore sight to hundreds of men and women suffering from cataract-related blindness.
By 1 month ago
Nakuru residents benefit from free cataract surgeries
Special school receives Sh2.58 million to improve infrastructure
The Azerbaijan International Development Agency has allocated an additional USD 20,000 to support St Ursula’s Chamakanga Special School in Vihiga County.
By 1 month ago
Special school receives Sh2.58 million to improve infrastructure
Msossi App set to launch in Kenya to tackle food waste and losses
The platform allows restaurants, supermarkets, and hotels to list excess food for quick sale to help reduce wastage and minimise financial losses for businesses.
By 2 months ago
Msossi App set to launch in Kenya to tackle food waste and losses
Counterfeit alcohol worth Sh13 million nabbed in Machakos
The raided premises, both unlicensed, contained thousands of bottles of counterfeit spirits, fake KRA stamps, and a massive cache of empty bottles bearing labels of various popular alcohol brands
By 2 months ago
Counterfeit alcohol worth Sh13 million nabbed in Machakos
From dumpsite to a dream: Gloria's silent cry for hope
At the edge of Kitengela’s Parkview dumping site
By 2 months ago
From dumpsite to a dream: Gloria's silent cry for hope
One arrested as NACADA intensifies crackdown on illicit brew in Emali
Speaking at the scene of the bust, NACADA Chief Executive Officer Anthony Omerikwa stated that some powerful kingpins are responsible for financing the toxic trade.
By 2 months ago
One arrested as NACADA intensifies crackdown on illicit brew in Emali
Counterfeit alcohol factory busted in Joska
Health experts warn that such counterfeit products often contain lethal levels of methanol and other toxic adulterants, posing severe risks of blindness, organ failure, and death.
By 2 months ago
Counterfeit alcohol factory busted in Joska
One arrested as Juja's NACADA crackdown nets Sh3 million narcotics haul
The detectives further seized transaction record books, exposing a sophisticated trade involving millions of shillings and mapping a wider network now under investigation.
By 2 months ago
One arrested as Juja's NACADA crackdown nets Sh3 million narcotics haul
Relief for landowners as City Hall waives penalties on land rates
Nairobi County has warned landowners against using dubious or informal channels to clear land rates, saying that such shortcuts often result in invalid payments and additional fines.
By 3 months ago
Relief for landowners as City Hall waives penalties on land rates
Mobile technology major contributor of digital growth
Mobile technology and increasing social engagement remain the major contributor to digital growth across the country.
By 3 months ago
Mobile technology major contributor of digital growth
Smile Train CEO feted for Impactful surgical partnerships
Susannah Schaefer has been feted with Honorary Fellow of the College of Surgeons of East, Central, and Southern Africa for impactful surgical partnerships across Africa.
By 3 months ago
Smile Train CEO feted for Impactful surgical partnerships
Multi-sectoral network calls for Sh9.7 million grant funding application for resilient cities
The Million Lives Collective on Wednesday joined forces with the Judith Neilson Foundation to call for $75,000 (Sh9,708,750) grant funding to design.
By 3 months ago
Multi-sectoral network calls for Sh9.7 million grant funding application for resilient cities
Ex-NGO board boss says teachers' transfer to SHA amounts to double taxation
Mr Fazul said the Public Officers Medical Scheme Fund has collapsed the dual structure, leaving teachers with a single option, even though they argue they are still funding both systems.
By 3 months ago
Ex-NGO board boss says teachers' transfer to SHA amounts to double taxation
Ghana calls for transparent investigation into Tanzania's election violence
Through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ghana said it has observed with great concern the rapidly evolving political and human rights situation in Dar following the October 29 General Election.
By 3 months ago
Ghana calls for transparent investigation into Tanzania's election violence
Gulf bank unveils financing solution for pilgrim travelers
The expo took place on November 29, 2025, at Business Bay Square Mall, in Eastleigh Nairobi.  
By 3 months ago
Gulf bank unveils financing solution for pilgrim travelers
JKUAT partners with Samsung to launch innovation campus
This collaboration is a long-term investment in Kenya's digital talent pipeline, with JKUAT set to train 80 learners each year in advanced skills in Artificial Intelligence and Coding and Programming.
By 3 months ago
JKUAT partners with Samsung to launch innovation campus
'He was a repeat offender': Chinese manager in assault video deported
Shi Zhending was deported from Nairobi on Wednesday aboard China Southern Airlines headed for Changsha in China.
By 3 months ago
'He was a repeat offender': Chinese manager in assault video deported
Siaya youth teams feted at Kenya software and AI summit
Konza Technopolis CEO John Paul Okwiri said this recognition confirms Kenya’s dedication to bolstering its digital economy through community-based innovation.
By 4 months ago
Siaya youth teams feted at Kenya software and AI summit
Farmer's Choice banks on cookout series to refine brand's legacy
The Cookout series is a first-of-its-kind culinary experience celebrating nearly five decades of nourishing lives, responsibly and sustainably.
By 4 months ago
Farmer's Choice banks on cookout series to refine brand's legacy
Turkana residents raise exclusion concerns over ID card registration
A section of Turkana residents has raised concerns about exclusion from the National Identity Card registration exercise.
By 4 months ago
Turkana residents raise exclusion concerns over ID card registration
Tanzania has lost Tsh560 billion through internet shutdown
The Paradigm Initiative (PIN) in a statement said these disruptions are economically devastating and deeply damaging to digital rights.
By 4 months ago
Tanzania has lost Tsh560 billion through internet shutdown
Team Kenya scoops silver at the global robotics arena
For Kenya, this marks its best-ever performance in the global robotics arena creating a remarkable leap that places the country firmly among the world’s leading innovators.
By 4 months ago
Team Kenya scoops silver at the global robotics arena
Kenyan enterprise behind solar powered healthcare among finalists in global sustainability prize
Drop Access has been recognised as a finalist for the 2026 Zayed Sustainability Prize, one of the world’s leading awards for sustainability and innovation.
By 4 months ago
Kenyan enterprise behind solar powered healthcare among finalists in global sustainability prize
SHA proposes higher treatment limit for cancer patients
In the plan, the cancer treatment package will be increased from the current limit of Sh550,000 to Sh1 million over the next three years.
By 4 months ago
SHA proposes higher treatment limit for cancer patients
Farmer's Choice targets women, youth in plans to grow smokie vendor base
The planned expansion will be driven through the initiative designed to economically empower aspiring entrepreneurs by providing fully kitted smokie vending trolleys.
By 7 days ago
Farmer's Choice targets women, youth in plans to grow smokie vendor base
Two suspected drug peddlers arrested in Nairobi's Kware
A search of the premises led to the recovery of 680 rolls of bhang along with additional plant materials suspected to be narcotic substances ready for processing and sale.
By 7 days ago
Two suspected drug peddlers arrested in Nairobi's Kware
Agency calls for water harvesting as floods wreak havoc in Nairobi
The National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority has called for a critical shift toward comprehensive water harvesting and storage strategies following flooding across Nairobi.
By 9 days ago
Agency calls for water harvesting as floods wreak havoc in Nairobi
Budget controller flags counties over Sh192B expenditure
National
By Edwin Nyarangi
3 hrs ago
Why Watamu has joined elite 2026 romantic destinations
Rift Valley
By Caroline Chebet
3 hrs ago
Rains expose land agents selling waterlogged areas
Central
By Boniface Gikandi
3 hrs ago