Standard Group journalists Rosa Agutu and Mercy Kahenda achieved significant recognition at the inaugural Voices of Impact: HIV & STIs Reporting Media Awards 2026, securing top honors for their impactful reporting on HIV and STIs.

• Mercy Kahenda won the Print Journalism category, and Rosa Agutu won the TV Feature/Documentary category, also placing third overall.
• The awards aim to recognize journalists who advance public understanding and combat stigma surrounding HIV and STIs.
• The event, held on June 19, 2026, celebrated excellence in national journalism by awarding ethical and accurate storytelling.