Audio By VocalizeDeputy President Kithure Kindiki with Meru Governor Isaac Mutuma during the induction of Bishop David Mwiti, new Bishop of Kaaga Synod on March 8, 2026. [Phares Mutembei, Standard]Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has told political leaders to stop turning church services into campaign platforms, warning that the practice risks eroding the spiritual purpose of religious gatherings. When in need of politics let's make other forums to express ourselves after the church," said Kindiki. "We have many political leaders present but for today they will not speak. I just wish to recognize the leaders present," added Kindiki.

Wiper Patriotic Front Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka speaking at the Konrad Adenauer-Stiftung's Youth Building Bridges Strengthening Inter-Party Cooperation For The Young Generation Forum at Nairobi's Ufungamano Hall. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard]Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka is facing growing pressure in Ukambani as influential figures and grassroots leaders increasingly shift their loyalties. Recent moves by county leaders and emerging parties have exposed cracks in his traditional support base, raising questions about his ability to consolidate the community ahead of the 2027 elections.

President William Ruto speaking in Siaya County on March 8, 2026 PCSPresident William Ruto has said his working relationship with the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) will be based on equality and mutual benefit. “Our relationship with ODM is going to be a relationship of equals,” Ruto said. “It is going to be a relationship of equals; it is going to be a relationship with a win-win outcome.”The President spoke on Sunday when he visited Siaya. In January, President Ruto made a personal appeal for national unity, urging leaders of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and ODM to enter negotiations to form the next government. Let us come together and have negotiations between ODM and UDA to form a coalition and build the next government.

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Photo: Joshua Bosire. Photo: Joshua Bosire. “The same reason as you, boredom and curiosity.”What followed was an easy, honest conversation about life, relationships, and the often negative reputation of online dating. “When people say online dating does not work, I just laugh,” he says. He reiterated that online dating can give you drama or lessons, but miracles sometimes happen, and it can also give you a spouse.

President William Ruto has urged young people in the country not to allow themselves to be used by politicians to cause chaos, violence or spread propaganda. Ruto said for many years young people have been exploited by political actors, often being mobilised to engage in disruptive activities during political contests. “The young people of our nation have been used as political tools, as goons, as bloggers and as supporters for politicians,” the President said. He told the youth that they deserve better opportunities and should reject attempts by political leaders to manipulate them for personal or political gain. The Head of State cautioned the youth against participating in violence, heckling leaders or engaging in disruptive behaviour during political activities.

A section of Mombasa Port Terminal 2. April 4, 2023. [File, Standard]Several berths at Mombasa and Lamu ports may soon be placed in the hands of private operators following the push by the government to lease the terminals for 25 years.

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Israel's military has issued a warning to Iran that it will continue pursuing every successor of the country's deceased supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. "We warn all those who intend to participate in the successor selection meeting that we will not hesitate to target you either. It is a government site that is operated by the Public Institution for Social Security and the fire now appears to have been brought under control. Flames tore through a Kuwaiti government building in the early hours of Sunday following more drone attacks on the Gulf state. The Public Institution for Social Security said its main site was targeted by strikes.

Harambee Stars defender Zak Vyner in action against Chelsea. Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson started Vyner from the outset, making it his first start since he was signed from Bristol City in the January transfer window. Donning jersey 26, Vyner started in midfield alongside George Dobson in Parkinson's 3-4-3 formation. Harambee Stars defender Zak Vyner in action against Chelsea. Who is Zak Vyner?

EYE OF THE TIGER Shocking moment France star appears to gouge Scotland rival’s eyes in Six Nations but escapes punishmentTHIS is the shocking moment a France star appeared to gouge a Scotland rival’s eyes in Saturday’s Six Nations clash. The vile incident occurred as Scotland stormed to a stunning 50-40 victory over their rugby rivals to blow the tournament wide open. But amazingly, the France star was not punished by either the referee or TMO. That’s the clearest red card you’ll ever see.”AdvertisementBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSOne noted: “Eye gouge… play on? Same nations play by different rules.”Another added: “The petty things the TMO checks – yet he ignores a blatant eye gouge in the maul.

Nick Koskei was laid to rest in a sombre ceremony at his rural home. Photo: Nick Koskei. Feel free to search the content on topics/people you enjoy reading about in the top right corner ;)What happened at Nick Koskei's burial? The true depth of the loss became most evident when Koskei’s casket was lowered into the grave. Photo: Nick Koskei.

"The number of people killed actually is very massive but we don't know the exact number, because I rely on the information from the chairman of the local government and the locals there," said Nigerian lawmaker Mohammed Ali Ndume of the attack in the remote village of Ngoshe.

The Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK) has called for accountability from operators of the Nairobi Expressway, claiming that the project has contributed to the devastating floods the country's capital is experiencing. The association claims that the construction of the expressway interfered with the many drainage channels across the corridor, contributing to the major traffic disruptions along the ever-busy corridor during the rainy season. Photo Courtesy"Before the expressway project, these highways did not experience the persistent flooding now witnessed whenever it rains. Among roads affected by this, according to MAK, are Tom Mboya Street, Moi Avenue, River Road, Kirinyaga Road, Sheikh Karume Road, Luthuli Avenue, Ronald Ngala Street, Haile Selassie Avenue, Kimathi Street, and Muindi Mbingu Street. "The Nairobi City County Government and the national government must immediately audit and reopen all blocked drainage systems across Nairobi’s road network.

The death toll from heavy overnight rainfall that triggered severe flooding across several parts of Nairobi has risen to 28 as rescue teams continue searching for survivors, police revealed. He warned the toll would rise further as the rescue team continued with their mission on Sunday. The National Police Service said emergency response teams moved quickly overnight to conduct search and rescue missions in affected areas. Major transport corridors were also severely affected, with flooding reported along Uhuru Highway, Mombasa Road, Thika Superhighway, Jogoo Road, Enterprise Road and Lang’ata Road. The Nairobi City County Government deployed more than 4,000 Green Army personnel across the city to clear blocked drainage systems.