Denis Omondi

Nairobi

Journalist at The Standard (Kenya)

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Qatar Airways suspends flights amid Iranian missile attacks

4 days ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

A Qatar Airways Dreamliner taxis to the terminal after landing, Düsseldorf Airport, April 28, 2025. [AFP] Qatar Airways has announced a temporary suspension of its scheduled flights after the Qatari government closed its air space due Iran’s missile strikes into the country. In a statement shared on X, the airline acknowledged the security concerns occasioned by the latest attacks adding that it would resume operations upon the reopening of the airspace.
Families of Gen Z protest victims demand Ruto apology

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

Families of victims killed during the 2024 Gen Z protests address the media at the August 7th Memorial Park, Nairobi on June 20, 2025. [Stafford Ondego, Standard] Families of victims of police brutality during last year’s anti-Finance Bill protests are demanding an official apology from President Ruto, a year later. The families say the country’s top leadership has never shown remorse over the deaths despite their kin having been executed, maimed and injured by state agents.
Raila Odinga 'very disappointed' by collapse of Adani deal

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

ODM leader Raila Odinga speaks during the third National Executive Retreat held in Kajiado on June 20, 2025. [PCS] ODM leader Raila Odinga has described the cancellation of the controversial Adani airport deal as “unfortunate,” warning that the move risks setting back Kenya’s aviation sector as regional competitors make key infrastructure investments.
IPOA in bed with police, former chairperson Njeru claims

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

Former IPOA Chairperson Macharia Njeru appears on Spice FM's Situation Room show on Thursday June 19, 2025. [Spice FM]Lawyer Macharia Njeru, the founding chairperson of the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), has questioned the agency’s independence amid growing public criticism over its perceived inefficiency.
How KNH surgeons removed bullet from Boniface Kariuki's head

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) acting CEO Dr William Sigilai during a past event on February 21, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] Surgeons at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have successfully removed a bullet lodged in Boniface Kariuki’s skull, after he was shot during protests yesterday. Doctors revealed he was shot on the left side of the head. The gunshot caused massive blood loss and life-threatening injuries.
Man fatally shot during Nairobi protests

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

Shops closed during the demonstration demanding DIG Langat arrest and prosection over the murder of Albert Ojwang' in Nairobi on June 17, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] A man has been shot and killed by police in Nairobi’s Central Business District, as tensions flared during protests demanding justice for Albert Ojwang. A now-viral video shows two police officers confronting the man, who was reportedly selling face masks.
Justice for Ojwang: Protests erupt in Nairobi and Mombasa

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

Protestors prepare to march to demand justice for Albert Ojwang in Nairobi CBD on June 17, 2025. [Courtesy] Protests demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody, have erupted in parts of the country, including in Nairobi and Mombasa. In Nairobi, police have fired tear gas to disperse demonstrators as tensions escalated in the Central Business District.
Mic check: How Kindiki found his voice in grassroots empowerment drives

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki speaks during a women empowerment program at Scott Christian University in Machakos on June 6, 2025. [John Muia, Standard]Deputy President Kithure Kindiki may be emerging as the principal assistant President William Ruto had long yearned for during his turbulent partnership with Rigathi Gachagua, an alliance that ended in a historic impeachment.
DEVELOPING: Two vehicles torched as protests escalate in CBD

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

One of the cars set on fire near Kenya Cinema building in Nairobi during protests on June 12, 2025. [Courtesy] At least two vehicles have been set ablaze in Nairobi’s Central Business District as protests demanding the resignation of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat turned violent. Thick smoke and towering flames were seen near the Kenya Cinema building, where the vehicles were parked.
No cover-up! State won't shield anyone in Ojwang's death probe, says Murkomen

2 weeks ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Denis Omondi

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen before the Senate to respond to questions on the tragic death of Albert Ojwang’ in police custody, on June 11, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has denied claims of attempts to cover up the murder of blogger and teacher, Albert Ojwang’ while in police custody.