Summary Of The Standard Newspaper -July 30,2025
Page 1: Reports that President William Ruto’s administration is using a controversial securitization model to fund infrastructure projects by borrowing against future taxes. Critics argue it bypasses Parliament, threatens constitutional order, and could jeopardize long-term economic stability for short-term political interests, with some calling it “economic sabotage.”
Page 2: Reports that Stephen ‘Stevo’ Munyakho, a Kenyan who spent 14 years on death row in Saudi Arabia, has returned home to an emotional reunion with his family. His release was secured through government and diplomatic efforts, with his mother and PS Dr. Korir Sing’oei highlighting the painful journey and the joy of his return.
Page 3: Reports that Silas Chemjor has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for killing his wife during a drunken quarrel. Their 14-year-old son testified about the tragic incident, and Chemjor eventually confessed to the crime after conviction.
Page 4: Reports that the government’s new plan to use future taxes as collateral for borrowing could pose serious economic risks. While the CSs defends it as a fast-track strategy for development, experts warn it could deeply harm the country’s financial stability
Page 6: Reports that two teachers, Aron Koskei and Philemon, are being blamed for the 2022 death of a 14-year-old pupil who was beaten and hanged in a school bathroom to conceal the assault. The family is urging the DPP to prosecute the teachers over the tragic incident.
Page 7: Reports that the TSC, PSC, and SRC have been given a month to prepare a report on the criteria used to allocate hardship zones. A parliamentary committee has accused the TSC of bias in teacher deployment to these challenging regions.
Page 8: Reports that MPs have ordered Kanja to hand over the police payroll to the National Police Service Commission. The commission’s CEO accused the Inspector General of interfering with its mandate, sparking a confrontation over control.
Page 9: Reports that Raila Odinga is pressuring President Ruto to honor a 10-point MOU signed with ODM in March. While ODM demands implementation, the party has not outlined consequences should the Kenya Kwanza government fail to act.
Page 10: Reports that youthful MP Ndindi Nyoro has been dropped from the Budget Committee and reassigned to the Diaspora Affairs Committee in a recent reshuffle. Nyoro has emerged as a vocal critic of Kenya Kwanza policies.
Page 11: Reports that Cabinet, chaired by President Ruto, has moved to regulate the church and health sectors while approving the sale of Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC). The decisions aim to improve accountability and protect the public interest.
Page 16: Reports that a court has granted the DCI permission to exhume remains of Malindi cult members as detectives map out the cult’s five-acre homestead. Eleven suspected cult leaders were arrested two weeks ago at Kwa Binzaro village.
Page 16: Reports that a clothes-making firm’s 35-year legal battle with a lender has reached the Supreme Court. The company is demanding Sh32 billion in a dispute over a Sh9 million loan and wants the court to determine if the case goes beyond private interest.
Page 20: Reports that a famine is looming in Gaza as Israeli strikes continue, killing at least 30 people. Aid is arriving too slowly, with reports of children already dying of hunger amid the deepening crisis.
Page 21: Reports that a Lesotho factory once praised for producing Trump golf shirts is now struggling due to US tariffs. Once a symbol of prosperity, the factory is now barely surviving as economic hardship sets in.
Page 29: Reports that athletes Cornelius Kemboi and Irene Jepkemboi are among those racing to meet the qualification standards for the Tokyo Olympics ahead of the August deadline. They are participating in men’s 5000m and women’s javelin, respectively.
Page 32: Reports that a Harambee Stars defender has expressed hopes that the national team will win during the upcoming home tournament. Kenya is set to host the final on August 30 at Kasarani Stadium.