The Standard Media Group is on the receiving end following reports of a growing trend of sensationalism and ethical lapses in its newspaper headlines and articles. Inside the studios at the Standard Media Group during the 2022 General Election. The media regulator accused The Standard of allegedly practising yellow journalism, warning that repeated reliance on unverified claims and attention-grabbing headlines is unsustainable. The MCK called on the editorial leadership of The Standard Group to return to the core principles of journalism, which constitute accuracy, fairness, and responsibility. We will not, however, stand by whilst the integrity of Kenyan journalism is traded for sensationalism," the media regulator stated.

Source: Standard Digital March 25, 2026 18:31 UTC