Emmanuel Kipchumba - The Standard

×

The Standard Group Plc is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest.

Standard Group Plc HQ Office,
The Standard Group Center,Mombasa Road.
P.O Box 30080-00100,Nairobi, Kenya.
Telephone number: 0203222111, 0719012111
Email: [email protected]

NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS

Digital News

.

Emmanuel Kipchumba

Digital predators exploit children with disabilities in Kenya, says new report

A new report reveals children with intellectual disabilities are increasingly being targeted by digital predators.

Digital predators exploit children with disabilities in Kenya, says new report

'We held hands waiting to die': Father recounts horror of Mathare fire

'We held hands waiting to die': Father recounts horror of Mathare fire

Triple-decker beds rolled out to decongest prisons

Triple-decker beds rolled out to decongest prisons

Ex-Nairobi police boss Kibuchi dies after illness

Ex-Nairobi police boss Kibuchi dies after illness

Concerns over press freedom dominate media summit

Press freedom and the rapidly evolving digital landscape took center stage on Thursday at the annual National Media Summit held in Nairobi.

Concerns over press freedom dominate media summit

Budget setbacks cast doubt on online police recruitment drive

Budget uncertainty threatens this year’s police recruitment as the NPSC shifts to a digitised system.

Budget setbacks cast doubt on online police recruitment drive

60pc of alcoholic drinks illicit, report shows

The government is losing billions of shillings in uncollected revenue as it continues to lose ground in the battle against illicit alcohol, a new report has revealed.

60pc of alcoholic drinks illicit, report shows

Edward Kwach: Farewell to radio trailblazer

Father Justice (Rtd) Kwach says despite meningitis, the broadcaster never lost his warmth.

Edward Kwach: Farewell to radio trailblazer

Ong'ondo killing: Two more arrested, police recover pistols and ammunition

Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the assassination of Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were, bringing the total number of individuals in custody to six.

Ong'ondo killing: Two more arrested, police recover pistols and ammunition

Abductions rise by 450pc as police impunity deepens, reveals report

Only two per cent of police-related killings and disappearances have led to prosecution.Missing Voices report calls for overhaul of National Police Service, investigation of deaths.

Abductions rise by 450pc as police impunity deepens, reveals report

Experts urge modernisation of Africa's hydrographic services

African maritime experts are urging the modernisation of hydrographic services to address outdated navigational charts, some dating back to the 1960s.

Experts urge modernisation of Africa's hydrographic services

Outcry as DCI detains equipment from crew behind BBC's 'The Blood Parliament'

The items still held by DCI include phones, laptops, and CPU units, which the filmmakers rely on for their daily production work.

Outcry as DCI detains equipment from crew behind BBC's 'The Blood Parliament'

Release BBC filmmakers' equipment, phones, DCI told

DCI urged to return seized equipment and phones belonging to BBC filmmakers.

Release BBC filmmakers' equipment, phones, DCI told

1998 bomb blast victims urge Ruto to support push for justice, recognition

Victims and survivors of the devastating 1998 U.S. Embassy bombing in Nairobi are appealing to President William Ruto to intervene in their prolonged struggle for justice and compensation.

1998 bomb blast victims urge Ruto to support push for justice, recognition

Police officer among four detained over Kasipul MP's killing

The investigation into Were's death has taken a crucial turn, with mobile data, recovered firearms, and witness statements pointing to a targeted, premeditated attack.

Police officer among four detained over Kasipul MP's killing

Charles Mutuma appointed commandant of newly formed police unit

Charles Mutuma appointed commandant, National Government Administration Police Unit, to oversee deployment and support security operations at the grassroots.

Charles Mutuma appointed commandant of newly formed police unit

Woodley residents up in arms over planned eviction

Tension is high in Woodley Estate, Nairobi, as residents protest planned eviction by the Nairobi City County Government, terming it unlawful and inhumane.

Woodley residents up in arms over planned eviction

Justice on hold: IPOA slammed for laxity in Gen Z protest probes

IPOA has been accused of sluggish response, with only a fraction of deaths, injuries investigated almost a year after the riots.

Justice on hold: IPOA slammed for laxity in Gen Z protest probes

ODPP updates on deaths and injuries from Gen Z protests

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has released an update on investigations into the deaths, injuries and property damage during the Gen Z protests across Kenya last year.

ODPP updates on deaths and injuries from Gen Z protests

State reports gains in public sector reforms

The government has reported steady progress in key areas of public sector reforms, including digital services, security operations, corrections infrastructure, and overseas employment programmes.

State reports gains in public sector reforms

PS Omollo leads review of progress on national security, public sector modernisation

In the area of service delivery, the state department for ICT and the Digital Economy announced that over 22,000 government services are now accessible online via the e-Citizen platform.

PS Omollo leads review of progress on national security, public sector modernisation

CS Murkomen vows to pursue perpetrators of Narok land dispute

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has pledged to hold accountable those responsible for the violence that erupted in Narok County.

CS Murkomen vows to pursue perpetrators of Narok land dispute

Engineers demand greater role in policy decisions

The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK) is calling on the government to involve engineers in decisions that affect the profession and infrastructure development.

Engineers demand greater role in policy decisions

Raila, Wetangula lead MPs in signing Pope condolence book

Raila, Wetangula lead MPs in signing Pope condolence book.

Raila, Wetangula lead MPs in signing Pope condolence book

Terror financing still a threat despite security gains

Despite progress in dismantling terrorist networks, terrorism financing continues to be a critical and persistent challenge.

Terror financing still a threat despite security gains

Inside diplomat long search for Sh95m elusive gold

Intrigued, Pierrot paid Sh9.3 million (US$70,500) in cash for an initial consignment, under the agreement that it would be shipped to Hong Kong.

Inside diplomat long search for Sh95m elusive gold

Omnicare directors and surgeon released on bond

The three individuals accused over the botched cosmetic surgery case that led to the death of businesswoman Lucy Wambui Kamau have been granted bond.

Omnicare directors and surgeon released on bond

Why Kenya risks losing skilled workers to other countries

The skilled workforce is leaving the country, drawn by better opportunities and structured migration pathways supported by bilateral agreements.

Why Kenya risks losing skilled workers to other countries

Auditors urged to embrace external quality assessments as profession evolves

Internal auditors urged to embrace external quality assessments as profession evolves.

Auditors urged to embrace external quality assessments as profession evolves

Abducted MCA links his ordeal to fallout with Wajir governor

The Dela Ward MCA Yussuf Ahmed, has accused Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi of orchestrating his abduction, claiming that he was tortured and questioned over the county budget.

Abducted MCA links his ordeal to fallout with Wajir governor

Ogamba in a spot over University of Nairobi leadership wrangles

The Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba, has been accused of meddling with the affairs of the University of Nairobi.

Ogamba in a spot over University of Nairobi leadership wrangles

Family of missing Kenyan officer left shattered in the dark

According to his family, what began as a hopeful wait for answers has turned into a painful ordeal of unanswered calls, broken promises, and emotional distress.

Family of missing Kenyan officer left shattered in the dark

Intern doctors will be posted on July 1, Health CS Duale pledges

Duale said the ministry is working with county governments and regulatory bodies to ensure all interns are placed in accredited facilities.

Intern doctors will be posted on July 1, Health CS Duale pledges

Relatives of missing police officer in Haiti called in for counselling

The family of Benedict Kabiru, a Kenyan police officer who went missing in Haiti two weeks ago, has been summoned to appear at Vigilance House for counselling.

Relatives of missing police officer in Haiti called in for counselling

UK minister meets Agnes Wanjiru's family, 13 years after her death

Wanjiru’s death in 2012 remains one of the most haunting and unresolved cases involving a foreign military in Kenya.

UK minister meets Agnes Wanjiru's family, 13 years after her death

US Embassy backs press freedom amid threats

Standard Group Chief Executive Editor warned against the use of State advertising as a weapon.

US Embassy backs press freedom amid threats

Autopsy confirms slain MMU student Sylvia Kemunto was strangled

An autopsy has confirmed that Multimedia University student Sylvia Kemunto was strangled and suffered multiple blunt force injuries.

Autopsy confirms slain MMU student Sylvia Kemunto was strangled

Grief, horror after MMU student is murdered in hostel

MMU student Sylvia Kemunto's body was recovered on Wednesday night in a water tank at the rooftop of a hostel within the institution’s compound.

Grief, horror after MMU student is murdered in hostel

EACC to go after corrupt judiciary staff, police officers

EACC has warned of more arrests of judiciary staff and police officers in the fight on graft.

EACC to go after corrupt judiciary staff, police officers

Botched surgery: Clinic owners, surgeon charged with manslaughter

Those charged were two directors and a surgeon of Omnicare Medical, also known as Body by Design.

Botched surgery: Clinic owners, surgeon charged with manslaughter

Residents in shock after wife stabs boda boda rider to death

A quiet night turned into a scene of horror on Saturday after 28-year-old Geoffrey Ouma alias Mrasta, a bodaboda rider was allegedly stabbed to death by his wife while asleep in Rongai.

Residents in shock after wife stabs boda boda rider to death

Three arrested in Wajir over murder of 17-year-old girl forced into marriage

The minor, originally from a refugee family in Dadaab, was allegedly abducted and forced to marry a 55-year-old man in Wajir County.

Three arrested in Wajir over murder of 17-year-old girl forced into marriage

Saved from the jaws of death: Munyakho's 13-year Saudi ordeal

What began as a heated argument between Munyakho and a Yemeni friend escalated to murder. Initially sentenced to five years punishment was later upgraded to the death penalty.

Saved from the jaws of death: Munyakho's 13-year Saudi ordeal

Phase Two of Operation Maliza Uhalifu launched

The government has launched a full-scale security operation targeting bandit hideouts in Laikipia County in a renewed effort to tackle escalating insecurity.

Phase Two of Operation Maliza Uhalifu launched

.

Latest Stories

Leo XIV's election and why no pope has ever come from Africa

Premium Leo XIV's election and why no pope has ever come from Africa

Opinion

By Nyatundo George Oruongo

1 hr ago

Ruto's China state visit and the trouble with Kenya's foreign policy

Ruto's China state visit and the trouble with Kenya's foreign policy

Opinion

By Alex Ogutu

1 hr ago

We have engaged reverse gear with budget cuts in education, health sectors

We have engaged reverse gear with budget cuts in education, health sectors

Alexander Chagema

By Alexander Chagema

1 hr ago

Thumbs up, Kenya Police are almost there

Thumbs up, Kenya Police are almost there

Football

By Washington Onyango

1 hr ago

Thunder chase first BAL Nile Conference win against MBB

Thunder chase first BAL Nile Conference win against MBB

Basketball

By Elizabeth Mburugu

1 hr ago

DCI gear up for Kenya Prisons battle as they eye final slot

DCI gear up for Kenya Prisons battle as they eye final slot

Volleyball and Handball

By Elizabeth Mburugu

1 hr ago

New-look Afraha Stadium hosts first competitive match since 2021

New-look Afraha Stadium hosts first competitive match since 2021

Sports

By Joseph Kipsang

1 hr ago

Puzzle of Eldoret stadium that has gobbled Sh755 million but has no track

Premium Puzzle of Eldoret stadium that has gobbled Sh755 million but has no track

Sports

By Stephen Rutto

1 hr ago