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Why voter education ahead of 2027 should focus more on womenThe Standard
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Businesses urged to move beyond insurance policies to build operational resilienceThe Standard
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From farm to plate: The missing link in Kenya's food securityThe Standard
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How Kenya can build a safer and more nutritious food systemThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeFirst Assurance employees being briefed on customer service week. [File, Standard] Every October, corporate offices worldwide transform into hubs of celebration for Customer Experience (CX) Week. …
The 'empathy gap' of customer service in AI eraThe Standard
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Former KDF soldier awarded Sh25m for unfair dismissalThe Standard
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Solar firms to list inverters, batteries on online marketplaceThe Standard
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Eyes on Ruto as major announcement loomsThe Standard
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Bayern, Ajax and Ballon d'Or king Kane set for Raila Odinga International Stadium opening in JanuaryThe Standard
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Wamunyu courts turn to Kamba elders to ease minor case backlogDetails have emerged showing that two MPs planned and financed goons to storm the Standard Media Group headquarters along Mombasa Road in Nairobi on October 2, 2026.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
Details have emerged showing that two MPs planned and financed goons to storm the Standard Media Group headquarters along Mombasa Road in Nairobi on October 2, 2026.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
Two MPs planned and financed goons to storm the Standard Media Group head office along Mombasa Road in what has been characterized as a raid.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
Columnist Peter Kimani contrasts former US President Barack Obama's ability to campaign for Democrats in midterm elections without losing pension or security, with the treatment of retired Kenyan leaders who face frozen pensions and restricted movement.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that courts are required to maintain official, authoritative records of proceedings, but judicial officers—particularly at the magistracy level—are increasingly either recording events that did not occur or failing to submit actual records, undermining the appeal process and the integrity of the legal system.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Edwin Sifuna's age should not disqualify him from the presidency, and counters Francis Atwoli's suggestion that Sifuna is too young, warning that dismissing Gen Z's political aspirations risks an intergenerational conflict.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
Many Kenyan and African farmers make planting and fertiliser decisions without understanding their soil condition, leading to wasted resources and poor yields. Soil testing can reveal nutrient levels and soil properties to improve agricultural productivity.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Standard Group PLC has appointed Dr Naim Bilal Yaseen as Group Chief Executive Officer, effective November 1, 2026, following a competitive recruitment process. Yaseen, who brings over three decades of experience in media and governance, previously served as Managing Director of Kenya Broadcasting Corporation and Director of Public Affairs at the Judiciary.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
Energy sector stakeholders from more than 40 countries will gather in Nairobi for Powerelec Kenya 2026, a three-day international solar and energy exhibition scheduled for November 10–12 at the Sarit Expo Centre, featuring technology transfer, business collaboration, and displays of clean-energy technologies.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
African countries risk failing to meet global biodiversity targets without stronger data systems, technical expertise, and sustainable financing, according to discussions at the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP17). Regional institutions called for increased investment to translate conservation commitments into implementation at scale.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
A Federation of African Journalists survey of 1,586 journalists across 45 countries reveals that 61 per cent earn incomes unable to meet basic living needs, 58 per cent report delayed salaries, and 65 per cent face threats to their safety, with poor pay, job insecurity and censorship undermining journalists' ability to report freely.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
Inadequate school sanitation and water access, combined with menstrual-health stigma, undermine girls' dignity and education in underserved Kenyan communities. According to the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey, up to 65% of girls in rural areas and 52% in urban areas lack functional toilets, with almost one million school-age girls missing an average of 2-4 days of school monthly due to menstruation-related challenges.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
Businesses and households are being urged to strengthen emergency response plans ahead of the October-December rainy season, with forecasts predicting enhanced rainfall in several parts of Kenya, particularly a 90 per cent probability in north-eastern Kenya and over 400mm in parts of central Kenya. The warning follows March-May 2026 floods that claimed 122 lives and affected over 42,000 people across 27 counties.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board unveiled revised syllabuses during its International Conference for Professionals in Nairobi, designed to align professional education with technological advancement, digitalisation, regulatory changes, and workplace demands. The new syllabuses emphasise practical application, critical thinking, ethical decision-making and adaptability while maintaining professional standards.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
A Kenya Union of Journalists and Media Council of Kenya survey of 120 journalists found that 52 per cent earn less than Sh50,000 a month, while 55 per cent work as correspondents, freelancers or contributors without permanent employment. The survey also found 48 per cent had no salary review in over three years and 82 per cent received no allowances or bonuses.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
A dismembered body of a woman was recovered from rubble in Eastleigh. Authorities have restricted access to the disaster site to accredited journalists and authorized personnel, citing safety concerns, the need to protect ongoing operations, and concerns about misinformation from unauthorized recordings.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission defended publishing names of foreign nationals who applied for its Commission Secretary/Chief Executive Officer position, saying the vacancy was advertised openly and it complied with constitutional requirements for transparency and access to information. All foreign applicants were disqualified at the preliminary stage, as Kenyan citizenship was a mandatory qualification.
30 October 2026 · The Standard →
A CNN report from September 2026 documents Ukrainian military specialists supporting local rebel forces in Mali and Ukrainian operations in Libya and Sudan. An opinion article warns African governments that the Russia-Ukraine war's expanding geopolitical reach risks drawing African countries into a conflict not theirs to fight.
29 October 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's new Raila Odinga International Stadium will host an exhibition match between Bayern Munich and Ajax on January 5, 2027, President William Ruto announced. The fixture is intended to showcase the 60,000-capacity facility ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
29 October 2026 · The Standard →
Smartphones and televisions remain the most popular online purchases in Kenya, though demand is growing for household appliances and everyday products, according to Jumia Kenya. The company's data shows 67.6 per cent of its active customers are outside Nairobi, with online retail expanding beyond the capital.
29 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that patriarchy has persuaded some women to become its enforcers, illustrated by an incident where women pushed a female political aspirant off a podium for holding a different political view while male leaders looked on.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that voter education ahead of Kenya's 2027 elections should focus on women, who constitute a majority of the population and likely a large share of voters, to ensure elections reflect the true will of the people.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
At a Nairobi risk management forum, businesses were advised to move beyond purchasing insurance policies and take a proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and managing risks. Organisations should regularly review risk exposures, identify vulnerabilities, and integrate risk considerations into business decisions rather than relying solely on insurance coverage.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya's food insecurity stems not from production shortages but from middleman costs and inefficiencies in the supply chain between farmers and consumers, leaving producers with low margins and buyers unable to afford nutritious meals.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
An opinion piece argues that Kenya faces a widespread micronutrient deficiency crisis: 18 per cent of children suffer stunted growth, one in three children are anaemic, 36 per cent of women are iron deficient, 42 per cent of pregnant women are anaemic, and over 70 per cent of the population suffers zinc deficiency, according to recent health surveys.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
An analysis in The Standard argues that while artificial intelligence has made corporate customer service faster and cheaper, the shift away from human interaction removes genuine empathy and emotional connection that customers value. Executives face a tension between operational efficiency and maintaining authentic customer devotion.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
Moses Etyang, a Kenya Defence Forces soldier injured during AMISOM operations in Somalia between 2013 and 2014, was awarded Sh25 million after courts found his dismissal unfair. A 2018 medical board linked his schizophrenia diagnosis directly to injuries he sustained when his vehicle was ambushed, injuries that were initially treated with only first aid despite their severity.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya's solar equipment suppliers are adopting digital platforms to connect manufacturers with households, businesses and installers as solar power grows to 14.74 per cent of the country's total installed electricity capacity. The shift reflects efforts to address affordability and financing barriers that shape adoption of solar systems.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
President William Ruto will deliver a recorded announcement at 6 pm on October 28, with a teaser showing Talanta stadium and a football pitch. State House has not disclosed the subject of the address, which will be streamed on the President's official YouTube, Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok accounts.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
Bayern Munich and Ajax will play an exhibition match at the new Raila Odinga International Stadium on January 5, 2027, as announced by President William Ruto. The 60,000-seat facility is named after the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who studied in Germany and was a football enthusiast.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →
Wamunyu Law Courts in Machakos County has partnered with Kamba elders to resolve minor disputes through Alternative Dispute Resolution, aiming to reduce a backlog of cases that represent 45 per cent of the court's caseload. The partnership focuses on resolving land boundary disputes and minor criminal cases like assault and abusive language that account for around 450 of the approximately 1,000 cases handled annually.
28 October 2026 · The Standard →