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3 weeks ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
×The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in mediaplatforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting,digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leadingmulti-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national andinternational interest. Standard Group Plc HQ Office,The Standard Group Center,Mombasa Road. P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
At a time when many Kenyans are grappling with the rising cost of living, financial experts are urging the citizenry to rethink how they handle their money, saying saving alone is not enough to achieve financial freedom. Waithaka Gatumia, the Chief Executive of Centonomy Limited, says the journey to wealth begins with a clear plan and self-awareness. According to Gatumia, the first step is identifying what one wants to achieve financially and then creating a roadmap to get there.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
Kenya is among the top recipients of United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funding, a new financial memo shows, with over $100 million allocated to health and development projects. The memo, prepared for Congress, reveals USAID obligated $69.7 billion out of an estimated $78 billion to 898 active programmes globally. Among these, Kenya received multi-million-dollar agreements targeting HIV prevention, reproductive health, nutrition, and water sanitation.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
At least 14 million children worldwide risk losing access to essential nutrition services in 2025 due to reductions in donor funding, the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has warned. In a statement on Wednesday, March 26, the agency said the cuts threaten to undo decades of progress in fighting child malnutrition, exposing vulnerable children and women to severe hunger and death.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
×The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in mediaplatforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting,digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leadingmulti-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national andinternational interest. Standard Group Plc HQ Office,The Standard Group Center,Mombasa Road. P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has directed health facilities operating in restricted areas to relocate within six months, warning of closures for non-compliance. KMPDC said medical facilities located in petrol stations, residential buildings and other unsuitable locations pose risks to patient safety and infection control. The council urged healthcare providers to transition to approved premises that meet regulatory standards.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
The Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) has launched an SMS verification service to help the public confirm the credentials of doctors, hospitals, and medical camps, aiming to curb fraudulent medical practitioners and enhance patient safety. The system, accessed by sending a text to 20547, allows Kenyans to verify whether a doctor or facility is registered and licensed before seeking treatment.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has called on Kenyans to take a firm stand against corruption, warning that the country is at a critical economic juncture due to mounting debt. “All Kenyans must come out to say no to corruption. All, all of us,” said Mbadi on Tuesday, March 25, during the launch of the Anti-Corruption Strategic Guiding Framework for Kenya’s justice sector in Nairobi. He emphasised that justice is a priority for the government in its fight against corruption.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
×The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in mediaplatforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting,digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leadingmulti-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national andinternational interest. Standard Group Plc HQ Office,The Standard Group Center,Mombasa Road. P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | David Njaaga
Cryptocurrency fraud is rising across Africa, with scammers exploiting regulatory gaps and the rapid adoption of digital currencies. In Kenya alone, crypto-related crimes led to losses of $120 million (Sh15.4 billion) in 2021, while South Africans lost $99 million (Sh12.7 billion), according to the Global State of Scams report. Globally, crypto scams drained over $20 billion (Sh2.6 trillion) in 2022. Despite the risks, cryptocurrency use continues to grow, prompting calls for stronger regulations.
