Power struggles, NDC push throw ODM party succession to the brink
Oburu Oginga addressing during the State Funeral Service his late brother Raila Odinga at the Nyayo National Stadium on October 17, 2025. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]A potential implosion is looming in the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), Kenya’s most enduring opposition party, as leaders continue to disagree over the party’s future engagements and direction. This is happening as camps begin to emerge within the party, including in former Raila Odinga’s family, where his kin appear to be pulling in different directions.
Source:Standard Digital
December 22, 2025 02:48 UTC
Jirongo supported our underground political movement after fallout with Kanu
The late former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo addresses a past political rally. [File, Standard]Like all historical personalities, the late Cyrus Jirongo cannot "rest in peace". Wrangles, contests and reviews of his life have and will characterise his death. He is not alone in this.
Source:Standard Digital
December 21, 2025 22:30 UTC
The Utah food I believe should get a Michelin star. Or two. Or three
Earlier this month, Utah food enthusiasts rejoiced over the news that some Utah restaurants might earn a Michelin star. And now Utah establishments could be included in “The Michelin Guide Southwest,” which will highlight restaurants in Utah, Arizona, Nevada and New Mexico. We do not yet know which Utah places will appear in the 2026 publication. Regardless, the Michelin star rating system rewards restaurants one to three stars, with three stars indicating “exceptional cuisine” that is worth a special journey to get to. I’m sure the anonymous Michelin investigators have their own rubric for identifying the best in food Utah has to offer.
Source:The Star
December 21, 2025 21:52 UTC
Rachel Ruto Pens Emotional Message to Hubby on His Birthday: "I Celebrate You"
Rachel Ruto celebrated President William Ruto on his special day. Photo: Rachel Ruto. How did Rachel Ruto celebrate him? See the post below:Kenyans celebrate William RutoThe post has since resonated widely online, with Kenyans flooding the comments section to celebrate the President. William Ruto celebrated his 59th birthday.
Source:The Star
December 21, 2025 18:48 UTC
Liverpool star delivers HOPE with Alexander Isak injury update
Liverpool have been given positive news on Alexander Isak in a quick update from one teammate. Alexander Isak delivered exactly the kind of moment Liverpool dreamed of on Saturday as he opened the scoring against Tottenham Hotspur. Article continues under the videoAnd that's why Liverpool spent over £200m on the pair. Wirtz's creativity is seen as the perfect match for Isak's goal-hunting but we haven't really seen what the pair can deliver. Isak was visibly in a lot of pain afterwards, failing to get up from the pitch without help.
Source:The Star
December 21, 2025 15:52 UTC
Wandayi: Nyanza must back Ruto without conditions
Energy CS Opiyo Wandayi during the launch of a rural electrification project at Karabare area in Rongo Sub-County, Migori County. [Anne Atieno, Standard]Energy Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi and a section of leaders from Nyanza region are now calling for the region to support President William Ruto unconditionally, despite ODM leaders setting conditions. According to the CS, once they have agreed that they are supporting President Ruto, they must do so unconditionally and on the basis of mutual interest.
Source:Standard Digital
December 21, 2025 15:44 UTC
Why visiting orphanages now may be harmful
[Courtesy/GettyImages]During the holidays, organised groups and tourists visit orphanages in Kenya, bringing gifts and foodstuffs. But what most people do not realise is these visits can sustain a system that harms children, depriving them of what they really need: stability. Globally and in Kenya, up to 80 per cent of children in orphanages have at least one living parent or relative who could potentially care for them. Many are placed in institutional care because of poverty rather than absence of parents. Poverty remains the main driver of child homelessness in Kenya.
Source:Standard Digital
December 21, 2025 14:52 UTC
Kindiki: Kenya adopts AI, drones in major wildlife conservation reforms
[PCS]The government has undertaken ambitious, science-led and community-centered reforms in the conservation of wildlife in the past three years, Deputy President Kindiki Kithure has disclosed. To secure this heritage, the DP also said the government is establishing a world-class National Wildlife Protection and Anti-Poaching Modernization Framework to effectively secure wildlife. At the same time, KIndiki disclosed that tourism revenue grew strongly in 2024, restoring global confidence in Kenya. Tourism revenue grew strongly in 2024, restoring global confidence in Kenya. He further said the government approach to wildlife conservation is bold, modern, science-based, and people-centered.
Source:Standard Digital
December 21, 2025 09:40 UTC
The white Probox raising many questions in Jirongo's last moments
Director Homecide Division Martin Nyugoto (in suit) leads detectives in viewing the wreck of the Mercedes which former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo was driving before he was involved in a head on collision with a bus killing him on the spot along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway on Dec 13, 2025. [Antony Gitonga, Standard]The final hours of late politician Cyrus Jirongo have taken a dramatic turn, with police now zeroing in on Park Place along Magadi Road in Karen as the last known location he visited before his tragic death in a road accident. After spending the evening at Karen Oasis with National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula and city real estate mogul Rebman Malala, Jirongo reportedly told friends he was heading to his Gigiri home, only for evidence to point in a different direction.
Source:Standard Digital
December 21, 2025 09:16 UTC
Drag us to Singapore? Over our dead bodies
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December 21, 2025 06:00 UTC
Governor Barasa says PhD will drive improved service delivery
Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has joined the small list of senior political leaders after graduatimg with Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). On Friday, the first-term governor was conferred with a doctorate in Public Policy and Management at Kenyatta University during its 58th graduation ceremony. “I am a proud alumnus of Kenyatta University, and I am going to serve my people with renewed vigour,” said Barasa. Dr Barasa first attained a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting option) degree and later a Master’s degree in Business Administration, specialising in Finance, both from Kenyatta University in 2005. Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei warned that certificate forgery undermines the core values of integrity, competence and meritocracy in public institutions.
Source:Standard Digital
December 20, 2025 22:19 UTC
Full List of Extra-County Schools in Kenya for Grade 10 Placement 2026
The Ministry of Education is yet to publish the official list of Extra-County Schools that will admit Grade 10 learners in 2026 under the Competency-Based Education (CBE) framework. Extra-County schools (C2) offer high-quality education and admit students from multiple counties based on performance and placement criteria. Student at an Extra-County School in Kenya. PHOTO | FILETop Extra-County Schools for Grade 10 LearnersThe following schools have been classified as Extra-County (C2) institutions for the 2026 Grade 10 intake, organized by region and gender category:Selected SchoolsSaseta Girls’ Secondary School – Girls– Girls Koiwa Boys High School – Boys– Boys Kimulot Secondary School – Boys– Boys Turbo Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Kamagut High School – Mixed– Mixed Paul Boit Boys Secondary School – Boys– Boys Drys Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Kapngetuny High School – Boys– Boys Arnesen’s High School – Boys– Boys Loreto High School, Matunda – GirlsOther Notable Extra-County SchoolsLaboret Boys High School – Boys– Boys Samoei Boys Secondary School – Boys– Boys Meteitei Boys Secondary School – Boys– Boys Lelmokwo High School – Boys– Boys Itigo Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Loise Nanyuki Girls’ Secondary School – Girls– Girls G.G Rumuruti Secondary School – Boys– Boys Gatero Girls High School – Girls– Girls Ndururumo High School – Mixed– Mixed Olkejuado High School – Boys– Boys Oloitokitok Secondary School – Boys– Boys Nakeel Secondary School – Boys– Boys Noonkopir Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Maasai Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Kabarnet High School – Boys– Boys Kapropita Girls High School – Girls– Girls Eldama Ravine Girls High School – Girls– Girls Poror High School – Boys– Boys Mogotio High School – Girls– Girls Emining Secondary School – Boys– Boys Sing’ore Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Tambach Boys High School – Boys– Boys Chebara Secondary School – Boys– Boys Kapkenda Girls’ High School – Girls– Girls Our Lady of Glory-Kaptagat Girls High School – Girls– Girls Metkei Secondary School – Girls– Girls St. Stephens Lwanya Girls Secondary – Girls– Girls S.A. Kolanya Boys High School – Boys– Boys Sigalame High School – Boys– Boys St. Cecilia Nangina Girls High School – Girls– Girls Nambale Secondary School – Boys– Boys Bungoma High School – Boys– Boys Kibabii High School – Boys– Boys Cardinal Otunga Girls High School – Girls– Girls Teremi Boys High School – Boys– Boys St. Cecilia Girls Misikhu – Girls– Girls Chesamisi Boys High School – Boys– Boys Moi Girls High School, Kamusinga – Girls– Girls St. Luke’s Boys High School, Kimilili – Boys– Boys Archbishop Njenga Girls’ High School – Girls– Girls Butere Boys High School – Boys– Boys Musingu Boys High School – Boys– Boys Musoli Girls High School – Girls– Girls Shikunga Secondary School – Mixed– Mixed The Sacred Heart Girls, Mukumu – Girls– Girls St. Mary’s Mumias Girls High School – Girls– Girls St. Peter’s Mumias Boys High School – Boys– Boys Kivaywa Secondary School – Boys– Boys Mwihila High School – Boys– Boys St. Mathias Kholera Boys Secondary School – Boys– Boys St John the Baptist Likuyani Secondary School – BoysRead also:CONFIRMED: Full List of National Schools in Kenya Admitting Grade 10 Learners in 2026Chebuyusi Boys High School – Boys– Boys Lubinu Secondary School – Boys– Boys Vihiga Friends High School – Boys– Boys St. Clare’s Maragoli Girls – Girls– Girls Emusire High School – Boys– Boys Nyang’ori Boys High School – Boys– Boys Friends School Kaimosi Girls – Girls– Girls Moi Girls’ Secondary School, Vokoli – Girls– Girls Friends School – Mbale – Boys– Boys Friends School Keveye Girls – Girls– Girls Onjiko High School – Boys– Boys Nyabondo High School – Boys– Boys Nyakach Girls High School – Girls– Girls Sigoti Complex Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Thurdibuoro Mixed Secondary School – Mixed– Mixed Achego Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Koru Girls Secondary School – Girls– Girls Chulaimbo Secondary School – Boys– Boys Kisumu Boys High School – Boys– Boys Kereri Girls High School – GirlsFor more info, visit the ministry official website- Ministry of Education
Source:The Star
December 20, 2025 21:11 UTC
KJSEA placement shocker
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December 20, 2025 21:00 UTC
Anxious leaners await delayed Grade 10 placement results
Education CS Julius Migos Ogamba National during the interview in his office on 8, September, 2025. [Jenipher Wachie, Standard]Anxiety is mounting among parents and learners across the country following delays by the Ministry of Education in releasing senior school placement results. More than 1.13 million learners who sat the 2024 Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA) were expected to know the senior schools they would join under the new Competency-Based Education (CBE) system on December 19.
Source:Standard Digital
December 20, 2025 21:00 UTC
Jake Paul drives himself to hospital after horrific Anthony Joshua defeat
Jake Paul drives himself to hospital after horrific Anthony Joshua defeatAnthony Joshua beat Jake Paul via sixth-round TKO in Miami on Friday night (December 19), but the Problem Child's injuries were so bad, he had to head to hospital with a broken jawView 4 Images Jake Paul suffered a heavy defeat to Anthony Joshua and is now living with the consequences (Image: Ed Mulholland, Getty Images for Netflix)Jake Paul has rushed himself to hospital after claiming he sustained a broken jaw during his devastating sixth-round knockout loss to Anthony Joshua on Friday evening (December 19). Right from the start, it appeared Joshua had his work cut out, as 28-year-old Paul capitalised on the larger ring dimensions. Paul was lucky as he enjoyed some modest success when moving forward, although nothing genuinely threatened the heavyweight world champ. A broken jaw is common in sports, particularly in boxing or MMA, and I think the recovery time is four to six weeks." Good rounds in the bank for Anthony Joshua.
Source:The Star
December 20, 2025 20:57 UTC