Francis Muli

Construction of the Embu Modern Market has entered an advanced stage, with the lower three floors structurally complete as works continue on the fourth floor of the four-storey facility.

The Odinga family is positioning itself for another major role in Kenya's 2027 General Election, with members of the political dynasty eyeing elective seats in different parts of the country.

Stakeholders in the sugar industry have lauded the move by President William Ruto's administration to lease out struggling state-owned sugar mills to private investors saying it is going to bring the sector back to profitability.

Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich has reportedly been abducted by unknown people along the Gilgil-Nakuru Road, the media company has said.

The revival of Nzoia Sugar Company has brought renewed economic activity to parts of Bungoma County, with farmers and local residents reporting improved incomes and changes in community life following the miller's return to full operations.

Four Chinese nationals have been arrested in Nairobi over an alleged sophisticated fraud and money-laundering scheme involving SIM swapping, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has said.

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has seized more than 4,000 counterfeit alcoholic products in a major crackdown targeting illicit alcohol trade in Kayole, Nairobi.

The Public Procurement Administrative Review Board has ordered the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to amend and re-advertise the Integrated Elections Management System (IEMS) tender.

The National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) has appointed Dr James Mworia, MBS, as its founding Chief Executive Officer, marking a major step towards operationalising the newly established investment vehicle.

President William Ruto has stepped up his administration's rural infrastructure drive, launching road and electricity projects in Bomet and Kericho counties that he said will open up previously underserved areas to greater economic opportunities.