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I did not eat 'chicken', Ipoa boss tells JSC

The Independent Police Oversight Authority (Ipoa) Chairman Issack Hassan has defended his tenure at the Interim Independent Electoral Commission (IIEC).Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekBold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.Unlock Full AccessUnlimited access to all premium co

By The Standard Jan 13, 2026

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Mbadi: State will retain key stake in Safaricom

The government will retain a strategic stake, representing 20 per cent, with two seats on the board of Safaricom to safeguard national interests and ensure continuity after selling shares to Vodacom, National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has assured Kenyans.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUn

By The Standard Jan 13, 2026

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How principals have turned school uniforms into a cash cow

For thousands of parents, enrolling a child in Grade 10 has turned intoa harrowing financial ordeal.This has been marked by hidden charges, inflated uniform costs, and last-minute demands that go far beyond officially approved school fees.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won

By The Standard Jan 13, 2026

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Ruto's reality check in Mt Kenya region

This time, four years ago, President William Ruto was a darling of the Mt Kenya region, he never needed to mobilise in order to get an audience, but things seem to have changed.His allies in Mt Kenya region are nowforced to mobiliseand ferry supporters so that whenever he visits the region, he gets

By The Standard Jan 13, 2026

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ODM waning power jolts Odinga family

For more than two decades, the Orange Democratic Movement has been the vehicle Odinga’s family has rode on to project political power.The Odinga family has been mobilising voters, elbowing opponents and shaping national conversations from opposition through the party.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekF

By The Standard Jan 13, 2026

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Stevo Simple Boy and girlfriend Brenda expecting first child

Kenyan rapper Stephen Otieno Adera, popularly known as Stevo Simple Boy, and his girlfriend Brenda are overjoyed to be expecting their first baby together.The couple recently shared their exciting news on Instagram through a series of heartwarming photos, with Stevo captioning the post:Get Full Acce

By The Standard Jan 13, 2026

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ODM divided over its pact with UDA following Ojwang's death

The killing of teacher Albert Ojwang barely a month after the murder of Kasipul MP Charles Ong'ondo, is once again threatening the political pact between President William Ruto and ODM Leader Raila Odinga.The Standardhas established that the death, which exposes thegovernment's excesses, has unsettl

By The Standard Jan 13, 2026

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