Nigeria eyes science as new economic engine

The Science Practitioners Association of Nigeria (SPAN) has set a new national agenda to make science and laboratory development the cornerstone of Nigeria’s economic transformation, as the country seeks to position innovation... Read more »

Kenya: Wrangles Persist in Team Kenya Deaflympics Preps As Stakeholders Cry Foul Over Exclusion

Controversy around Team Kenya to this year’s Deaflympics in Tokyo continues to grow murkier with claims of nepotism and favouritism in the selection process. Sources within the Kenya Sports Federation for the... Read more »

Michuki firm, Nairobi County clash over ownership of prime land parcels

Nairobi County Government headquarters. Firm claims the county had purportedly claimed ownership of the property, and it intended to send its officers to take over its ownership.[File, Standard] A firm owned... Read more »

Full List of Countries that have qualified for 2026 FIFA World Cup

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup fast approaching, excitement is building for what will be the biggest tournament in history, featuring 48 teams for the first time. Set to take place across... Read more »

Influence Fatigue Is Here, and I Am Not Buying It Anymore

As a plus-size girl, I’ve always had a soft spot for products that promise quick results. I know it’s not the most realistic expectation, but sometimes, you just want results as fast... Read more »

Why Somaliland could be Kenya’s next big market

Somaliland Mission in Kenya, Runda, Nairobi on May 29, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard] As global investors increasingly look beyond traditional markets, Somaliland is emerging as a compelling frontier, stable,... Read more »

Kenya: Global Funding Crisis Threatens Women and Children’s Health Programs, Pmnch

Geneva — A new global survey by the Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (PMNCH) has revealed that funding disruptions are threatening programs supporting the health and rights of women, children,... Read more »

Tinubu approves new auditorium for Nigerian Law School

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the immediate provision of a new, state-of-the-art auditorium for the Nigerian Law School, to further enhance legal education infrastructure. Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Minister, Nyesom Wike... Read more »

Nigeria Fintech firms seek national committee to bridge regulatory gaps 

Nigeria’s fintechs are calling for the creation of a National Fintech Committee to bridge regulatory gaps, promote innovation, and deepen financial inclusion across the country. This was contained in a Central Bank... Read more »

After the colossus: How power play might shift in Nyanza and Western

President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel pay their last respects to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as his body lay at Parliament Buildings. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] A major political tectonic... Read more »