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June 24, 2026
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We won't cheer failure: Standard Group hits back at Ruto's rant

We won't cheer failure: Standard Group hits back at Ruto's rant

“We, however, admit that the President, in his post, was right on one thing: “Kenya belongs to all Kenyans”...

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The Standard Group PLC has responded strongly to remarks made by President William Ruto on his X account regarding their reporting on his administration.

  • Standard Group CEO Chaacha Mwita stated the company takes "great exception" to the President's characterization of their journalism.
  • The media house asserts its commitment to "bold, responsible and accountable journalism," acting as a watchdog rather than a propaganda outlet.
  • Standard Group warned that it will hold the government "fully accountable" if any harm befalls the company or its employees due to the President's remarks.
  • The company also alleged that the government owes them Sh1.2 billion, questioning the President's use of the term "blackmail."

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