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Kenyans file lawsuits over CCTV installations without consent

The fight over privacy in Kenya is evolving into a new battlefront.

By Kamau Muthoni 5 hrs ago

Kenyans file lawsuits over CCTV installations without consent

Cheruiyot: Ruto's court poet who weeps more than the bereaved

By Brian Otieno 5 hrs ago

Mounting rebellion tests the unity pillars of Ruto-Raila's broad-based union

Mounting rebellion tests the unity pillars of Ruto-Raila's broad-based union

By Brian Otieno 5 hrs ago

Kalonzo seizes opportunity to ride rising tide opposing Ruto and Raila

Kalonzo seizes opportunity to ride rising tide opposing Ruto and Raila

By Macharia Munene 5 hrs ago

Govt pledges better welfare for security officers

The government has promised to support the welfare of security officers in the country in a renewed commitment to security sector.

By Okumu Modachi 11 hrs ago

Govt pledges better welfare for security officers

Chamber of Commerce CEO Ahmed Farah to exit after 5 months in office

Ahmed Farah to exit Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry as CEO following the expiry of his probation period; he served for only five months.

By Esther Nyambura 12 hrs ago

Chamber of Commerce CEO Ahmed Farah to exit after 5 months in office

Court bars lawyer Letangule from defaming PS Korir over Sh2.7B land dispute

Milimani Commercial Magistrate Becky Cheloti Mulemia grants temporary injunction orders restraining the respondents from further publishing defamatory statements.

By Winfrey Owino 13 hrs ago

Court bars lawyer Letangule from defaming PS Korir over Sh2.7B land dispute

Problem solvers or spies? recognising village elders

The Ministry of Interior has been conducting public participation over the past week to gather views from Kenyans on the recognition and formalization of village elders.

By Fred Kagonye 15 hrs ago

Problem solvers or spies? recognising village elders

Easter holiday traditions you should know about

As Christian faithful around the world prepare to culminate the Easter holiday tomorrow, April 20, many may reflect on the meaning of Easter and the traditions.

By Ronald Kipruto 15 hrs ago

Easter holiday traditions you should know about

Enjoying the long Easter weekend on a budget

As the Easter holiday rolls in with a much-welcomed four-day break, not everyone is packing for a beach, For many this is a chance to relax, reflect, and recharge.

By Esther Nyambura 17 hrs ago

Enjoying the long Easter weekend on a budget

Matiang'i bounces back from hiatus, but won't just yet declare ambition

After a 14-month hiatus, former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i, who left the country under a cloud of controversy after his home was raided by police, is back in the public sphere.

By Ndungu Gachane 20 hrs ago

Matiang'i bounces back from hiatus, but won't just yet declare ambition

Low-key Good Friday amid tough economic times, churches call for action on corruption

Previously, families would mark the day at leisure joints in large numbers; this time around, the turnout was modest.

By Standard Team 20 hrs ago

Low-key Good Friday amid tough economic times, churches call for action on corruption

Politics of CDF: Governors, MPs battle to control the billions kitty

The Fund was created under the NG-CDF Act of 2015 to promote grassroots development. But the High Court declared it unconstitutional and directed that it be wound up.

By Josphat Thiong’o 20 hrs ago

Politics of CDF: Governors, MPs battle to control the billions kitty

Nearly Sh1 trillion is gambled in a year, figure keeps growing

In June 2024, KRA collected Sh24.3 billion from gambling and betting companies — a significant increase from Sh19.2 billion in 2023.

By Mercy Kahenda 20 hrs ago

Nearly Sh1 trillion is gambled in a year, figure keeps growing

Gambling with death: Betting addiction silently driving Kenyans to suicide

The thrill and adrenaline rush that comes with gambling is taking a toll on Kenyans. Betting addicts are living a dog’s life.

By Mercy Kahenda 20 hrs ago

Gambling with death: Betting addiction silently driving Kenyans to suicide

Swarup Mishra: Fate and fortune of man accused of organ trafficking

Dr Mishra came to Eldoret alongside his wife in 1997 in search of opportunity and after successfully working as a lecturer of Medicine, he founded Mediheal.

By Kevin Tunoi 20 hrs ago

Swarup Mishra: Fate and fortune of man accused of organ trafficking

Till death do us part: Man battles divorce, defends religious vows

The man, identified by the initials PKG, is suing the Attorney General, the National Assembly, his estranged wife (identified as MWW), and the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops.

By Kamau Muthoni 20 hrs ago

Till death do us part: Man battles divorce, defends religious vows

Officials linked to Sh2.7B Kenya Railways land deal dismiss fraud claims

Officials linked to the Sh2.7 billion Kenya Railways land acquisition in Embakasi South have dismissed claims of fraud, terming the allegations misleading and malicious.

By Winfrey Owino 1 day ago

Officials linked to Sh2.7B Kenya Railways land deal dismiss fraud claims

KSA warns of possible space debris re-entry over southeastern Kenya

Kenya Space Agency warns of possible space object re-entry over southeastern Kenya expected tomorrow from 11:15 pm, public urged to stay alert for any falling or flying debris.

By Esther Nyambura 1 day ago

KSA warns of possible space debris re-entry over southeastern Kenya

Swarup Mishra suspended as Kenya BioVax chair

President Ruto suspends Swarup Mishra as Kenya BioVax Institute chair, pending probe into organ trafficking allegations at Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret.

By Ronald Kipruto 1 day ago

Swarup Mishra suspended as Kenya BioVax chair

Leaders urged to shun divisive politics amid Easter celebrations

Leaders have been urged to shun from divisive politics and embrace political tolerance in the spirit of Easter celebrations.

By Okumu Modachi 1 day ago

Leaders urged to shun divisive politics amid Easter celebrations

MPs probe CUE on its regulation of universities

MPs asked why the commission takes too long to accredit academic programmes — some taking up to 13 years.

By Irene Githinji 1 day ago

MPs probe CUE on its regulation of universities

Muzzled on stage, Echoes of War finds new life online

Echoes of War never lived to see the stage at the Melvin Jones School in Nakuru, but its message has reverberated far beyond the 63rd National Drama and Film Festival.

By Denis Omondi 1 day ago

Muzzled on stage, Echoes of War finds new life online

Easter weekend begins as Christians mark Good Friday (Photos)

President William Ruto urges road safety as Easter celebrations begin; Catholic faithful mark Way of the Cross across the country.

By Denis Omondi 1 day ago

Easter weekend begins as Christians mark Good Friday (Photos)

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