“Hatujajenga Investor Confidence Ndo Hawkers Wakuje Kenya”: Ruto Orders Crackdown on Foreign Hawkers
NAIROBI, Kenya — President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreign nationals engaged in hawking and other small-scale retail activities in Kenya, saying...
NPS orders probe into alleged abduction of Standard editor in Gilgil
NAIROBI, Kenya — The National Police Service (NPS) has ordered investigations into the alleged abduction of Standard Group Associate Editor Alex Kiprotich in Gilgil,...
Uber to End Operations in Nigeria, Uganda on September 2
LAGOS, Nigeria — Ride-hailing company Uber will discontinue its operations in Nigeria and Uganda from September 2, 2026, ending nearly 12 years of operations...
Ruto Cuts Consolidated Cargo Benchmark to Sh2M in Deal With Traders
NAIROBI, Kenya — President William Ruto has agreed to reduce the Kenya Revenue Authority’s (KRA) benchmark for general consolidated cargo from Sh2.5 million to...
Kenya Airways, Absa and Visa Unveil Premium Travel Card
NAIROBI, Kenya — Kenya Airways, Absa Bank Kenya and Visa have launched a new premium co-branded credit card that allows customers to turn everyday...