Rodgers Otiso

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Nyanza Regional Police Commander Evelyn Nyamohanga Gisiri has urged those who plan to take part in the Gen Z protest tomorrow to conduct themselves peacefully. [ Clinton Ambujo, Standard] Nyanza Regional Police Commander Evelyn Nyamohanga Gisiri has urged Kenyans planning to take part in Wednesday’s Gen Z-led protests to conduct themselves peacefully and be mindful of the rights of others.

4 days ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Rodgers Otiso

Some of the youths in Kisumu who are against planned June 25, protests during press briefing on June 24, 2025. [Rodgers Otiso, Standard] A section of Gen Z youth in Kisumu has distanced itself from the planned June 25 demonstrations in commemoration of those killed during last year’s anti-Finance Bill protests. The group instead urged for justice and compensation for victims of extra-judicial killings.

5 days ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Rodgers Otiso

Cannabis joint, bud and hemp leaves isolated on black background. [Courtesy/GettyImages]Drug abuse among young people in Kenya is a deeply troubling and steadily growing public health concern. This alarming trend not only threatens the physical and mental well-being of individuals, but also has far-reaching consequences for families, schools, and society as a whole. “I started using drugs in Form Two during the school closures brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic,” recalls Elkannah Koroso, now 21.

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Rodgers Otiso

Meshack Ojwang, the father of the late Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody at Central police station, in Nairobi. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] The family of the late Albert Ojwang’ has lauded President William Ruto for personally reaching out to console them and donate money to them following the blogger's mysterious death in police custody.

1 week ago | standardmedia.co.ke | Rodgers Otiso

Maureen Anyango and Penina Atieno are challenging gender norms in a field traditionally dominated by men. [Rodgers Otiso, Standard] In a small workshop near Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital in Kisumu County, two women are defying cultural expectations in a trade traditionally reserved for men.