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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Phares Mutembei |Sharon Wanga
Ousted Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza now says running as an independent candidate put her at a disadvantage and ultimately led to her impeachment. “I had no resources but the people believed in my vision to free them from political servitude, poverty and other challenges. Their votes were not in vain, and the development projects they can see are a testament,” she said.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga |Mercy Kahenda
The Ministry of Health has instructed Nairobi County to clear the garbage mess it created outside Stima Plaza, citing health hazards. Speaking on Thursday, February 27, after visiting the affected area, Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni ordered the County to clean and sanitise the area around Stima Plaza to enable a return to normalcy.
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1 month ago | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga |Mercy Kahenda
The Ministry of Health has instructed Nairobi County to clear the garbage mess it created outside Stima Plaza, citing health hazards. Speaking on Thursday, February 27, after visiting the affected area, Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni ordered the County to clean and sanitise the area around Stima Plaza to enable a return to normalcy. Muthoni noted that the garbage issue affected other businesses around the premises that were not part of the scuffle.
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Jan 23, 2025 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga |Okumu Modachi
The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection has begun transferring data for all Inua Jamii beneficiaries to the e-Citizen platform, as part of efforts to streamline disbursement. Social Protection Principal Secretary Joseph Motari announced on Thursday, January 23, that the rollout, supported by telecommunications giant Safaricom, aims to ensure the system is ready for the January disbursement. Beneficiaries will now receive their payments via Mpesa by dialing the USSD code *222#.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga
US President-elect Donald Trump is set to be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, January 20, alongside Vice President-elect JD Vance. Preparations for the inauguration are in full swing, with events scheduled across Washington, D.C, and nearby venues.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga |Ronald Kipruto
A fire that broke out on Wednesday night at the University of Nairobi's Taifa Hall, caused significant damage to two structures in the Mahatma Gandhi wing. Speaking on the aftermath on Thursday, January 16, Acting Vice-Chancellor Professor Francis Mulaa explained that the fire engulfed the senior common room and the chancellor's parlor, which are adjacent structures within the affected wing.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga
Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has defended Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi against criticism over his revelation about his son’s abduction, arguing that the incident highlights the insecurity faced by ordinary Kenyans. Speaking on Spice FM on Wednesday, January 15, Sifuna expressed shock at those accusing Muturi of shirking collective responsibility. “It’s shocking to hear some people criticise him, asking about collective responsibility.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga
A senior police officer was arrested on Monday this week, for allegedly soliciting a bribe and assaulting a colleague, after imposing himself as a traffic officer at Globe Roundabout in Nairobi. The officer, identified as Inspector Guyo Dida, Deputy Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Mavindini Police Station, Makueni, was arrested at 10 am following a complaint by a motorist.
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Jan 15, 2025 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga
Brigadier (Rtd) Joseph Muracia, the CEO of the Nairobi Rivers Commission, has been dismissed from office over allegations of gross misconduct, corruption, and nepotism. Muracia’s ouster was approved on Tuesday during a commissioners' meeting chaired by Margaret Wanjiru. Speaking on the matter, Wanjiru confirmed that the decision was reached through a secret ballot.
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Jan 14, 2025 | 
standardmedia.co.ke | Sharon Wanga
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has received a petition from the Pare community in Taita Taveta County, seeking formal recognition as one of Kenya's tribes. The petition, presented by Taveta MP John Bwire on behalf of the community, requests their naturalisation and inclusion among Kenya’s officially recognised ethnic groups. “The petitioner prays that the Pare community in Kenya be recognized as one of the tribes of Kenya,” Bwire stated.
