Uhuru declines planned youth visit to his Gatundu home
Audio By VocalizeFormer President Uhuru Kenyatta at a past event. [Uhuru, Facebook]Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has declined to host a group of youths who had planned to visit him at his Ichaweri home in Gatundu, stating that he is currently not in a position to host them. "However, we wish to clarify that President Kenyatta is currently not in a position to host the said group. The statement comes hours after the Jubilee party dismissed claims that it had planned the Gen-Z event at Uhuru's home. In its official statement, Jubilee flagged the reports as misleading and did not represent the position of the former president.
Source:Standard Digital
February 22, 2026 12:03 UTC
10 years later; Why late MP George Muchai is not resting in peace
Late Kabete MP George Mukuru Muchai [File, Standard]Nearly 10 years after his death, George Muchai is not resting in peace. And his family is still disturbed as the quest for justice remains elusive in the corridors of the country's legal system. With five judgment cancellations and deepening uncertainty over the circumstances of the former legislator's death, the mystery over who pulled the trigger and who ordered it runs on. Who killed Muchai, or who wanted him dead, is a question many still wait to know.
Source:Standard Digital
February 22, 2026 11:06 UTC
KANYADUDI: How opposition paralysis is clearing Ruto’s path to reelection
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Source:The Star
February 22, 2026 11:00 UTC
Singapore dream: We can build our fast lane
Audio By VocalizePresident William Ruto with former Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong at State House, Nairobi. Countries move fast when they invest in human capital and then build an economy with a productive place for that talent to go. Singapore did not treat public housing as charity for the poor. Singapore built the basics, power, ports, logistics, public transport, and backed them with a civil service that could execute long-term plans. If Kenya wants speed, it cannot keep driving with the handbrake of theft.
Source:Standard Digital
February 22, 2026 10:42 UTC
A new books urges leaders to fulfill their promises
Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs, Dr. Korir Sing’oei, who served asthe Guest of Honour, in a lunch curated by strategic communications leader Gina Din. Dr. Sing’oei’s participation underscored the book’s relevance not only to governance but to diplomacy and Africa’s positioning on the world stage. He says that Africa’s leaders must climb down and engage their citizens and earn the trust necessary to foster an environment where collaboration and shared development can be made possible. “Beyond the Ballot is about reclaiming Africa’s voice and demonstrating the power of thoughtful, effective leadership in shaping our future. Together, their insights offer a practical roadmap for leaders, policymakers, institutions, and citizens committed to strengthening governance and shaping Africa’s narrative on its own terms.
Source:Standard Digital
February 22, 2026 08:36 UTC
KISIA: The rise of Sifuna: Conviction or calculated politics?
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Source:The Star
February 22, 2026 08:02 UTC
No further debate! Mbadi on ODM decision to support Ruto’s re-election
He emphasised that the ODM party’s decision to support President Ruto’s re-election followed a clear consensus. “As a party, ODM has decided to support Ruto, and there is no further debate about it. He highlighted President Ruto’s role in promoting infrastructural development across the country. Ndhiwa MP Martin Owino urged residents to register for national identity cards and to enroll as voters in large numbers. Homa Bay County Assembly Majority Leader Richard Ogindo urged residents to avoid aligning with the Edwin Sifuna-led ‘Linda Mwananchi’ team.
Source:The Star
February 22, 2026 07:53 UTC
Kuria warns politicians against ‘Mt Kenya bashing’ ahead of 2027
Former Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has cautioned politicians against what he termed as outdated tactics of attacking the Mt Kenya region to win political mileage in their respective strongholds. In a statement posted on his X account, Kuria argued that “Mt Kenya bashing” was a political tool that may have worked in the past when the region fielded a presidential candidate, but circumstances have since changed. “I have noticed that some ignoramuses have continued to use Mt Kenya bashing as a tool to prop up their malnourished standing in their own backyards…. He stated that it is ill-advised and even dangerous to continue attacking Mt Kenya, saying the region does not want to be president, deputy president or even prime cabinet secretary. The debate unfolded even as Deputy President Kithure Kindiki declared the contest over the 2027 running mate slot a “closed chapter,” signalling what observers interpret as an attempt to consolidate support within the Mt Kenya region.
Source:The Star
February 22, 2026 07:49 UTC
Wesley Fofana: How Many Games Chelsea Star Will Miss After Red Card vs Burnley
Referee Lewis Smith shows Wesley Fofana a red card on Saturday, February 21. Their efforts were further complicated after Wesley Fofana was sent off in the 72nd minute for a second bookable offence. How many games will Wesley Fofana miss? Fofana was quite lucky that he was sent off for two bookable offences rather than a straight red card. Chelsea defender Wesley Fofana.
Source:The Star
February 22, 2026 07:46 UTC
How Sakaja's chaotic reign has invited discussion on how to run city
Nairobi County Governor Johnson Sakaja before the Senate's Energy Committee on April 1, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard]It is a trite Americanism that “It ain’t over till the fat lady sings.” Another one goes, “It ain’t done, till it’s done!” The Kenya Kwanza Government has not given up on fixing Nairobi, despite the abysmal performance of the UDA governor, Johnson Sakaja, and his strand of Kenya Kwanza in the city. President William Ruto’s National Government and Sakaja’s County Government are now officially working together, “to restore the efficiency and glory of the City of Nairobi.”
Source:Standard Digital
February 22, 2026 06:15 UTC
Junet rallies ODM to close ranks, warns rebels ahead of 2027
National Assembly minority leader Junet Mohamed during the rally in Siaya on February 21, 2026/FBNational Assembly Minority Leader Junet Mohamed has urged ODM supporters to remain united and loyal to the party’s ideals as it intensifies grassroots mobilisation ahead of the 2027 General Election. “We have delivered our message of party unity, loyalty and fidelity to the core principles of the ODM Party,” he said. The Suna East MP expressed concern over individuals he said were seeking to mislead party supporters while invoking the legacy of the late party leader. “We are on course to ensure that those demonstrating conflicting or compromised interests will not openly present themselves under ODM party colours,” he said. Junet maintained that despite internal tensions and shifting political alliances across the country, ODM remains strong both at the grassroots and within national power structures.
Source:The Star
February 22, 2026 02:09 UTC
Nepo baby with pop star dad shows off hunky transformation in new BBC drama – can you guess his famous parent?
A NEPO Baby with a pop star dad has showed off a hunky transformation in a new BBC drama. AdvertisementBut now Jay Duffy has revealed his chiselled looks in The Walsh Sisters, which starts tonight on BBC One. In The Walsh Sisters, he plays Luke, the love interest of main character Rachel, a drug addict. The series is based on books by bestselling Irish author Marian Keyes, which follow the five Walsh sisters during various times in their lives. “But luckily, our adaptation is in a more kind of modern day, so maybe that went in my favour a little bit.”AdvertisementThe Walsh Sisters starts tonight at 9.15pm on BBC One.
Source:The Star
February 22, 2026 02:08 UTC
Ruto faces DP clash that could split coalition
President Ruto hugging his deputy Kithure Kindiki during the swearing ceremony in Nairobi on November 1, 2024. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]The continued insistence on the Deputy President position by ODM, coupled with the unyielding stance of UDA proponents, now threatens to derail pre-election coalition talks, raising the risk of a disintegration of the broad-based government. President William Ruto finds himself in a political bind, torn between rewarding loyalty by retaining Deputy President Kithure Kindiki as his running mate, appeasing the vote-rich Mt Kenya region, or courting new allies whose demands, if granted, could cost him crucial support from the region.
Source:Standard Digital
February 22, 2026 01:30 UTC
Family of gran killed by XL bullies have 'finally got justice' as rapper jailed
Family of gran killed by XL bullies have 'finally got justice' as rapper jailedEsther Martin was fatally mauled after being asked to look after 10 XL bullies by son-in-law Ashley Warren — and now her loved ones have said they are happy that he is in prisonView 4 Images Esther Martin's family has welcomed the ruling, saying she now has justice (Image: PA)The family of a pensioner who was mauled to death by two XL bullies have said they are thrilled that justice has been served. It comes as her son-in-law has been found guilty of owning one of the dogs that killed her. Esther Martin, 68, was killed after she was brutally killed by two big dogs, which had been given to her by Ashley Warren. Now, as the rapper has been convicted of owning one of the dogs responsible for killing Esther, her loved ones have broken their silence on the ruling. She said: "It's very good news; it doesn’t change the fact that mum was killed in such a horrific way.
Source:The Star
February 21, 2026 22:20 UTC
Kenya Newspapers Review: ODM Trustees Lead Quiet Push to Reconcile Oburu Oginga, Edwin Sifuna Camps
Days later, however, he informed his father that he had been moved to a training camp ahead of deployment. A report by the National Treasury shows that State House spent KSh 10.4 billion in just seven months, surpassing its annual allocation of KSh 7 billion. He projected that State House spending could rise to between KSh 20 billion and KSh 30 billion by next year. Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua echoed the criticism, accusing Ruto of turning State House into a hub of bribery and partisan politics. The ODM trustees, a respected organ within the party, include Wako, treasurer Timothy Bosire and financial director Joshua Kawino.
Source:The Star
February 21, 2026 22:00 UTC