Kenya has enough football talent; spot and nurture it early

In a country where young talent is often overlooked, their success shows what is possible when young players are trusted and given responsibility.

By 2 months ago

Crack the whip now on leaders inciting Kenyans

It is important for the President call his lieutenants to order, for in their spirited attempts to defend him, they could end up jeopardising his chances and burning the country.

By 2 months ago

Pick lessons from Faith Kipyegon's Breaking4 bold bid

When triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon blazed the track in an attempt to break the four minutes barrier in the women’s Mile, an entire nation rallied behind her.

By 2 months ago

Junet's remarks won't stop The Standard from reporting boldly

A free press is not a threat to the people; it is the people’s strongest shield. We are not the enemy. We are the people’s voice. And that voice will not be silenced.

By 3 months ago

Auction of Obado's graft proceeds should serve as warning to the corrupt

Corruption must be discouraged and made expensive for public officers, State officers and Kenyans in general who habitually steal from the public

By 3 months ago

Finance Bill 2025: Speak now or forever hold your peace

Public views can either be oral or written submissions. Therefore, if you choose not to present your views, do not light bonfires later claiming Bill is defective. 

By 3 months ago

Kenya has enough football talent; spot and nurture it early

In a country where young talent is often overlooked, their success shows what is possible when young players are trusted and given responsibility.

By 2 months ago

Crack the whip now on leaders inciting Kenyans

It is important for the President call his lieutenants to order, for in their spirited attempts to defend him, they could end up jeopardising his chances and burning the country.

By 2 months ago

Pick lessons from Faith Kipyegon's Breaking4 bold bid

When triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon blazed the track in an attempt to break the four minutes barrier in the women’s Mile, an entire nation rallied behind her.

By 2 months ago

Junet's remarks won't stop The Standard from reporting boldly

A free press is not a threat to the people; it is the people’s strongest shield. We are not the enemy. We are the people’s voice. And that voice will not be silenced.

By 3 months ago

Auction of Obado's graft proceeds should serve as warning to the corrupt

Corruption must be discouraged and made expensive for public officers, State officers and Kenyans in general who habitually steal from the public

By 3 months ago

Finance Bill 2025: Speak now or forever hold your peace

Public views can either be oral or written submissions. Therefore, if you choose not to present your views, do not light bonfires later claiming Bill is defective. 

By 3 months ago

Kenya has enough football talent; spot and nurture it early

In a country where young talent is often overlooked, their success shows what is possible when young players are trusted and given responsibility.

By 2 months ago

Crack the whip now on leaders inciting Kenyans

It is important for the President call his lieutenants to order, for in their spirited attempts to defend him, they could end up jeopardising his chances and burning the country.

By 2 months ago

Pick lessons from Faith Kipyegon's Breaking4 bold bid

When triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon blazed the track in an attempt to break the four minutes barrier in the women’s Mile, an entire nation rallied behind her.

By 2 months ago

Junet's remarks won't stop The Standard from reporting boldly

A free press is not a threat to the people; it is the people’s strongest shield. We are not the enemy. We are the people’s voice. And that voice will not be silenced.

By 3 months ago

Auction of Obado's graft proceeds should serve as warning to the corrupt

Corruption must be discouraged and made expensive for public officers, State officers and Kenyans in general who habitually steal from the public

By 3 months ago

Finance Bill 2025: Speak now or forever hold your peace

Public views can either be oral or written submissions. Therefore, if you choose not to present your views, do not light bonfires later claiming Bill is defective. 

By 3 months ago

Kenya has enough football talent; spot and nurture it early

In a country where young talent is often overlooked, their success shows what is possible when young players are trusted and given responsibility.

By Editorial 2 months ago

Crack the whip now on leaders inciting Kenyans

It is important for the President call his lieutenants to order, for in their spirited attempts to defend him, they could end up jeopardising his chances and burning the country.

By Editorial 2 months ago

Pick lessons from Faith Kipyegon's Breaking4 bold bid

When triple Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon blazed the track in an attempt to break the four minutes barrier in the women's Mile, an entire nation rallied behind her.

By Editorial 2 months ago

Junet's remarks won't stop The Standard from reporting boldly

A free press is not a threat to the people; it is the people's strongest shield. We are not the enemy. We are the people's voice. And that voice will not be silenced.

By Editorial 3 months ago

Auction of Obado's graft proceeds should serve as warning to the corrupt

Corruption must be discouraged and made expensive for public officers, State officers and Kenyans in general who habitually steal from the public

By Editorial 3 months ago

Finance Bill 2025: Speak now or forever hold your peace

Public views can either be oral or written submissions. Therefore, if you choose not to present your views, do not light bonfires later claiming Bill is defective.

By Editorial 3 months ago

World must not ignore the suffering in Dadaab

The United Nations should rally the world to support those in Dadaab, one of the largest refugee camps in the world, and other refugees in and outside Kenya.

By Editorial 4 months ago

Stop treating football hooligans with kid gloves

Hooliganism is fast becoming a threat not only to sports but also to peace and national cohesion.

By Editorial 4 months ago

With better support, Junior Starlets can do better

With better support, Junior Starlets can do better.

By Editorial 4 months ago

With better support, Starlets can do better

Kenya failed to rewrite history by qualifying for the global showpiece for the second time in a row after losing 3-1 to Cameroon in their return leg match last Friday at Olembe Stadium.

By Editorial 4 months ago

Don't allow a cash crunch stall Kenya-led Haiti mission

It is important to support the process fully now that Kenyan officers, and others from Barbados and other countries, have taken up the challenge.

By Editorial 7 months ago

Ensure no one dies due to US president's decision

Kenya stares at a looming health crisis following US President Donald Trump's defunding orders for three killer diseases; HIV/Aids, Tuberculosis and Malaria.

By Editorial 7 months ago

Allow repeaters to choose when to resit KCSE exam

Part of the reason many fail their exams is lack of adequate preparation. The six-month period could be too short for repeaters who got poor KCSE grades to revise and improve their grades.

By Editorial 8 months ago

Solve SHA system failings better for Kenyans to buy in

If we truly want to create a fair and just society, we must respect and encourage the voices of those who speak up for the greater good.

By Editorial 8 months ago

Refrain from social media misuse to safeguard freedoms

President William Ruto drew attention to alarming incidents where images in coffins were circulated online - an act far from innocent satire.

By Editorial 8 months ago

Offer alternatives for students who score poor grades

These measures must be part of a broader, well-coordinated plan to ensure no student is left behind.

By Editorial 8 months ago

Make State's low-cost houses truly affordable

Due to different factors including high prices and the undesirable conditions that Kenyans must fulfil to be eligible, the houses appear not to attract much interest.

By Editorial 8 months ago

Haiti mission will be futile without more funds, police

The entire mission was to comprise 2,500 personnel from Kenya, Bahamas, Bangladesh, Barbados, Benin, Chad and Jamaica but most of these countries have yet to send their officers.

By Editorial 9 months ago

Now elect credible leaders to restore Kenyan football

Today, the 92 delegates have an opportunity to right all wrongs and shine a light towards a more thriving future.

By Editorial 9 months ago

Stop the senseless violence in events involving Rigathi

As a former DP, Gachagua is entitled to state security, which the Kenya Kwanza government should provide.

By Editorial 9 months ago

Ending dons' strike welcome, but seek a lasting solution

After 26 days of no learning, students from public universities have a reason to smile after the Ministry of Education and the University Academic Staff Union leaders reached a deal Saturday.

By Editorial 10 months ago

Back to drawing board after Stars' humiliating exit

Many Kenyans believe the government and FKF are part of the problems bedevilling Harambee Stars.

By Editorial 10 months ago