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Critics accuse the government of ignoring Kenya’s worsening economic and fuel crisis, claiming leaders have shifted focus to re-election politics instead of addressing public concerns.
Sudan’s human rights conditions have worsened since armed conflict erupted in April 2023, with the US State Department documenting allegations of torture and arbitrary detention of civilians.
Omar linked the Kenyatta family and the Kikuyu community to what he described as historical dominance of the country’s economy and political power.
Saudi Arabia has drawn renewed attention over its role in Sudan’s war after reports said a former Rapid Support Forces (RSF) commander with battlefield influence has surfaced in Riyadh.
They are known for wild screams, pimped vehicles, decorative artwork, youthful crew, some with funny names, tinted windows, loud music and reckless driving now commonly known as manyoka.
Critics and political analysts argue that President William Ruto has continued to retain and redeploy underperforming Cabinet and Principal Secretaries.
Author and academic Dr Peter Kimani has sued Aga Khan University over alleged discrimination, unfair labour practices and pay disparities.
In a sharply worded post, Ruto alleged that The Standard had embarked on a five-day campaign of headlines aimed at discrediting his Kenya Kwanza administration.
The latest disappearances follow what rights groups describe as a pattern that has emerged since the June 2024 Gen Z uprising
Fresh investigations have linked Nakuru-based detectives to the attempted abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich.
Sources within human rights organisations believe the victims were beaten with rubber batons and had their genitals squeezed.
Critics say Kenya's Interior Ministry has failed to curb rising insecurity, accusing its leadership of allowing organised crime, political violence and alleged state complicity to flourish.
Kenya’s security agencies are under scrutiny over their alleged failure to prevent and effectively respond to the deadly political violence witnessed during the Linda Mwananchi tour of Homa Bay.
Kericho Governor Erick Mutai has declared his political partnership with Deputy Governor Fred Kirui over, challenged him to face off in the 2027 elections.
Migori leaders mobilise to block Linda Mwananchi’s rally amid concerns over violent political rhetoric.
Police recruits are not adequately trained to equip them with relevant skills needed for managing crime as well as maintaining law and order.
For Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich and his driver, Geoffrey Kamau, Tuesday evening was simply a journey home.
The abduction of Standard Group editor Alex Kiprotich has renewed questions over IG Douglas Kanja’s control of the police, with critics alleging political interference.
A Standard investigation alleges that political leaders, youths and police officers were involved in planning and executing the violent disruption of the Linda Mwananchi convoy in Homa Bay.
The former Baringo County Senator, accompanied by his sons Kigen Moi and Kimoi Moi, visited the First family at their Phala Phala farm in Limpopo over the weekend.
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