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What our aspirants can learn from Mamdani

When ZohranMamdanicorrected Andrew Cuomo for mispronouncing his name, saying, “The name isMamdani.M.A.M.D.A.N.I.,” the moment instantly became a TikTok phenomenon, remixed with Gwen Stefani’s Hollaback Girl and attracting more than 100 million views.But the virality was only a footnote.Whatfollowed

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Nairobi United will be keen to reignite their CAF Confederation Cup quarter-final hopes and hunt their first preliminary group win when they welcome Maniema Union from DR Congo at Kasarani Stadium today from 3pm.The newbies begun their Group B campaign on the back foot after being hammered 3-0 by Mo

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Kenya's digital defences are not ready for the war on our minds

There is a story from a small village in Kiambu County that has stayed on my mind. A rumour spread on WhatsApp that a nearby dam had cracked and would burst within hours.Within 30 minutes, nearly 700 people evacuated their homes, carrying children, mattresses and whatever else they could grab. Only

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Why recent by-election losers with integrity outshine tainted winners

In a season where money and criminality have begun to overshadow popularity, Kenya has entered an era where winning no longer automatically signals legitimacy. The recent by-elections made this painfully clear. Violence travelled ahead of victory, and money became the real campaigner. Power went to

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Kenya's Under-17 national team, Junior Stars will take their biggest step towards a historic Afcon U17 qualification when they face fierce neighbours Tanzania in the semi-finals at the Abebe Bikila Stadium in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia today.With two Cecafa slots available for the continental showpiece,

By The Standard Nov 30, 2025

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Real winners and losers of November by-elections contest

The just concluded 24 by-elections have been a barometer to gauge politics of 2027, even as politicians seek to position themselves in various camps.There were 7 by-elections for positions of MP, including 1 senate and 6 for National Assembly, while the electoral agency conducted 17 by-elections for

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Migori gears up for Piny Luo fest, welcomes thousands of guests

The business community in Migori County is gearing up for a vibrant period as the county prepares to host the fifth edition of thePiny Luo Festivalfrom December 14 to 16, 2025.Hoteliers are expecting more than 5,000 guests and are confident the county’s accommodation capacity will meet the demand.Ad

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Wajir hosts inaugural North Eastern deaf football tournament

The deaf team from Wajir celebrate after winning the tournament.[Ali Abdi, Standard]The North Eastern region played host to the inaugural Siyad Deaf Football Tournament, aimed at championing sports inclusivity for the hearing-impaired community.The first-ever competitive football event for the heari

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Harambee Starlets will be looking to turn tables against hosts Algeria when they face off in the second friendly match at the Mustapha Tchaker Stadium in Blida today.Starlets will be out to return the favour to Algeria whobeat them 2-1in the first of the two international friendly matches on Wednesd

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The 501 headache: How by-elections exposed UDA's underbelly

The just ended by-elections have shown that President William Ruto and his Kenya Kwanza team will work extra hard to get the mandatory 50+1 vote in the 2027 General Election.The alternative is going through a very tricky run-off against the opposition candidate.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover

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