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Leases, looting and a grounded fleet expose turbulence at KQ

On clear mornings, a Kenya Airways Boeing 787 Dreamliner can be seen surging over the Ngong Hills, tail emblazoned with the bold crimson colours of the national flag.An enduring symbol of Kenyan machismo, KQ represents “The Pride of Africa” – the connection between East Africa’s largest economy and

By The Standard Jan 14, 2026

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Ugandans head to the polls amid tight controls, muted opposition

As Ugandans line up to cast their ballots today in presidential and parliamentary elections, voting is taking place after an unusually tense and tightly controlled buildup.The final hours before polling have been marked by suspension of civil society organisations, arrest of a prominent election gov

By The Standard Jan 14, 2026

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New KMA directive on seafarer training gets industry backing

Stakeholders have welcomed a new notice from the Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA) regarding the implementation of amendments to the trading of seafarers.Industry players say the amendment to the Standard of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code on Personal Safety and Social Responsibilit

By The Standard Jan 14, 2026

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Funding woes scuttle key Seafarers Council's work

Since its inauguration on April 4 last year in Kilifi County by the Cabinet Secretary for Labour and Social Protection Dr Alfred Mutua, the Seafarers Wages Council (SWC) has yet to start work due to a lack of funds.The 11-member council was tasked with protecting the rights and welfare of seafarers,

By The Standard Jan 14, 2026

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Consequences of airline disruptions go beyond missed flights

A hallmark of an airline’s operational excellence is the optimisation of its network. This is the disciplined pursuit of efficiency: Designing routes and allocating resources in ways that maximise value while minimising costs. It requires airlines to continually refine flight schedules, reshape rout

By The Standard Jan 14, 2026

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Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) will clash with Trailblazers in the opening Group B match of the second edition of Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Kenya Cup at the Nyayo Gymnasium.The top of the bill clash is one of the five matches lined up on day one of the first leg which will run from today to Sund

By The Standard Jan 14, 2026

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