Kenya Headlines
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:30:00 +0300Leaders condemn stoning of Raila Odinga as questions raised on candidates' security
There was little security presence at Kibors home when Raila Odinga landed on Friday evening to condole with the family.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:20:00 +0300Enter the Chinese dragon with its billions fanning the flames of corruption
Of all President Kenyattas flagship projects, it is the SGR that will define his legacy.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0300Why it could cost upwards of Sh10 million to replace damaged helicopter windscreen
It could take three months to replace the damaged windscreen due to import delays and unavailability of parts locally.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0300Singing preacher who ministers using rare musical instrument
Josphat Wanzala was gifted his first accordion by his elder brother after completing his O-level education.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0300After BBI judgement, eyes shift to the Judiciary's next big test
It is four months before Kenyans go to a hotly contested presidential election, which could eventually have to be decided by the courts.
Sun, 03 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0300Will Uhuru's pain over failure of BBI be Raila's to bear in the polls?
On the campaign front, Uhurus shadow looms large in Raila Odingas presidential bid.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 18:15:00 +0300Kidero to run as an independent, says he's not fighting Raila
Kidero said the electorate deserves a platform from which they could freely express their democratic right.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 18:12:41 +0300Raila chopper stoning: Step-by-step account of what happened
The ODM boss had arrived when Kibor had already been laid to rest. That was a few minutes past 5:30pm Friday, April 1.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 16:59:16 +0300Raila chopper stoning: DCI summons MPs Oscar Sudi, Caleb Kositany
Raila chopper stoning: MPs Caleb Kositany of Soy, Oscar Sudi of Kapseret and Uasin Gishu Speaker David Kiplagat summoned by DCI over alleged role in t
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 12:28:47 +0300I am sorry for chopper attack, DP Ruto apologises to Raila
Deputy President William Ruto has formally apologized to ODM leader Raila Odinga over Fridays chopper attack in Soy, Uasin Gishu County.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 12:11:55 +0300ODM postpones primaries in Mombasa, Kilifi counties
The party primaries for Kilifi and Mombasa were scheduled to take place next week on April 5 and April 6 respectively.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 11:59:20 +030014 arrested in connection with Raila chopper stoning in Soy
Uasin Gishu County Commissioner Stephen Kihara has told The Standard that the 14 will be arraigned on April 4 once investigations are concluded.
Sat, 02 Apr 2022 08:30:00 +0300After judgement, questions arise on cost of the BBI initiative
Critics want its promoters led by Uhuru and Raila investigated for wasting public money as DP Ruto claims the exercise cost taxpayers Sh10 billion.
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 17:20:43 +0300President Uhuru receives credentials from nine new envoys
The President received diplomatic papers on Friday at Nairobis State House from Ambassadors Michael Lotem (Israel), Yeo Sungjun (Republic of Korea).
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:18:47 +0300Video: Uhuru's look-alike joins Presidential race
Njogo says he didn't make the decision because of his close resemblance with the President but because he understands the pain of ordinary Kenyans.
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:07:42 +0300Student jailed for five years for spending Sh8m erroneously sent to her account
Mani was sentenced on Wednesday for spending Sh80 million of the Sh110 million sent to her due to a clerical error.
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 14:55:57 +0300Peter Munya announces new fertilizer prices as Govt. rolls out Sh5.7b subsidy
In a press statement dated Friday, April 1, Agriculture CS Peter Munya said a 50-kilogram bag of DAP fertilizer will cost Sh2,800.
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 13:01:22 +0300We neutralised DP Ruto, Murathe on Uhuru impeachment plot
Jubilee Party Vice-Chairperson David Murathe says they had to move fast to stop a scheming deputy president, William Ruto, in his tracks.
Fri, 01 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0300CJ Martha Koome takes swipe at three lawyers for attacks on Supreme Court judges
Chief Justice Martha Koome yesterday pushed back at criticism that was levelled at the Supreme Court ahead of the judges decision on the BBI.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 20:28:22 +0300Raila on BBI verdict: We live to fight another day
The ruling by a seven-bench judge put a stop to the push to change the constitution
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 16:50:34 +0300BBI Verdict: CJ Koome calls out lawyers Ahmednasir, Havi and Esther Ang'awa
While delivering the supreme verdict on BBI fate, CJ Koome said some of the comments made by the lawyers bordered on intimidation.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:55:00 +0300'Basic Structure' a hot name for new babies - Justice William Ouko
According to Justice William Ouko, the term ‘Basic Structure has become a household name.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:40:58 +0300BBI final verdict: What Philomena Mwilu said
DCJ Philomena Mwilu ruled that the president cannot directly initiate amendments to the constitution.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:54:41 +0300Supreme Court brings Uhuru, Raila BBI journey to an end
The Supreme Court of Kenya on Thursday, March 31 dealt a blow to the proponents of the Building Bridges Initiative (BBI).
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:08:16 +0300FIFA ratifies Kenya's suspension from international football
A total of 198 FIFA Member Associations voted in favour of Kenya being suspended.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:59:00 +0300President cannot initiate reforms through popular initiative - Lenaola
Lenaola, whose argument was similar to that of Chief Justice Martha Koome, said the president does not enjoy untamed power, especially when it comes to constitutional reforms.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 11:41:27 +0300CJ Martha Koome: A summary of her BBI verdict
CJ Martha Koome also ruled that President Kenyatta overstepped his mandate when he initiated changes to the Constitution through the popular initiat
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 03:00:00 +0300I haven't given up on Kalonzo, says Ruto
Deputy President William Ruto is still courting Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka.
Thu, 31 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0300How Supreme Court verdict on BBI will impact August elections
BBI Verdict: Depending on how the judges rule, fortunes of various political parties will be affected, with winners being emboldened.
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 19:21:00 +0300Trio claiming to be late Mzee Kibor's children file case seeking to stop April 1 burial
Three people claiming to be children of the late prominent politician Jackson Kibor have moved to court seeking to stop the burial slated for April 1.