Lusaka pledges to unite Western leaders, mobilise support for Ruto’s re-election

Bungoma Governor Kenneth Lusaka during the Kapkugo festival at Kapsokwony Boys High School. [Jackline Inyanji, Standard] Newly appointed Western Region coordinator for President William Ruto’s 2027 re-election campaign, Bungoma Governor Kenneth... Read more »

Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers accelerate Africa expansion

Okla Automotive staff at work. [Bernard Orwongo, Standard] Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers are rapidly expanding across Africa as trade barriers in Western markets push them to seek new customers... Read more »

Kenya: Odinga Family Thanks Kenyans and World Leaders On Late Leader’s Birthday

Nairobi — The family of Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga on Wednesday issued an emotional message of thanks to Kenyans and international leaders as they marked what would have been... Read more »

Kenya: Magical Kenya Mountain and Trail Series Returns to Nandi County With Cultural and Athletic Showcase

Nairobi — The Magical Kenya Mountain and Trail Series will return to Nandi County next week, headlined by the Taptengelei Cultural Festival and the fifth edition of the Tinderet Barngetuny Mountain Run.... Read more »

Africa: UAE-African Union Talks Highlight Peace, Technology, and Water As Pillars of Africa’s Future

Addis Ababa — The United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the African Union Commission (AUC) have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic cooperation following high-level talks held in Addis Ababa between African Union... Read more »

Over 80 per cent of city buildings unsafe due to graft, experts warn

Rescue operation at the collapsed building in South C, Nairobi, on January 7, 2026. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]  As investigations into the collapse of a building in South C continues, professional associations... Read more »

Kenya Faces Economic Shock As U.S. Pulls Back From Global Organizations

Nairobi — For decades, Kenya’s economic stability has been partly underwritten by a multilateral framework anchored in Washington. That anchor has now been dislodged. President Donald Trump’s directive on Thursday to withdraw... Read more »

UDA assures aspirants of fairness ahead of grassroots elections

UDA National Elections Board Chairman, Anthony Mwaura during an inspection of voting materials at the party’s logistical coordination office ahead of the party’s grassroots elections. [Benard Orwongo,Standard] The United Democratic Alliance (UDA)... Read more »

Synergy between aviation and tourism can spur growth

Passengers disembark from a Hungarian charter flight at Moi International Airport in Mombasa on December 30, 2025. [Robert Menza, Standard] Kenya’s long-term economic growth depends on how effectively it connects with... Read more »

Minority groups sound alarm over rising communal attacks as Bangladesh heads to polls » Capital News

Jan 10 – Bangladesh’s minority communities say fear is tightening its grip as the country heads into parliamentary elections in February 2026, warning that a rising wave of communal attacks is being... Read more »