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Kenya Premier League champions Gor Mahia have secured a major sponsorship boost, renewing their partnership with Kansai Plascon Kenya Limited for a three-year deal worth Sh30 million. The club is projected to earn over KSh170 million following a highly successful season. Meanwhile, Joe Waithira and Enock Morrison are set to lead the FKF Premier League Awards after outstanding performances, with Waithira claiming the top scorer award for his 19 goals. The Football Kenya Federation, led by President Hussein Mohammed, has also called for player welfare to be prioritized in the advancement of football across Africa.

Kenya's national women's football team, Harambee Starlets, is preparing to face hosts Zambia in the Four Nations tournament, with their opening match scheduled for this afternoon. The team is also set to face Coppers Queens in another group match as part of this four-nations tournament. Separately, eighteen nations have confirmed their participation in the 2026 World Cup Rafting Championship African leg, which is set to be held in Kenya.

Kenya's Public Health PS Muthoni has stressed the critical need for fully equipped Ebola quarantine centres, even at significant expense, to prevent potential outbreaks. Meanwhile, opposition leaders have intensified their campaign against a proposed Ebola facility in Laikipia. Separately, Mukunji has stated that President Ruto and Aden Duale would be held responsible for any risks associated with Ebola.

A group of Kenya Kwanza leaders from Western Kenya are demanding the Deputy President slot in the 2027 General Election, asserting it is their region's turn. In a separate political development, Kalonzo Musyoka is reportedly planning a Sh25,000-a-plate dinner as part of his efforts to launch his 2027 presidential bid. Meanwhile, in Busia County, calls for enhanced voter education and constitutional awareness are growing, driven by ongoing public discussions on the proposed 2026/2027 Finance Bill and the upcoming 2027 General Election.

The Harambee Starlets are set to face hosts Zambia in a FIFA Four Nations Tournament match today, June 5, 2026, as part of their preparations for the upcoming Women's Africa Cup of Nations (Wafcon). The team is preparing for this significant encounter as part of their ongoing development. Additionally, the Harambee Starlets are gearing up to face Zambia in the upcoming Four Nations tournament, which commences this weekend. The Harambee Starlets are also set to face off against Copper Queens in a match for the FIFA Four-Nation Tournament.

Kenya's Principal Secretary for Basic Education, Julius Bitok, has advised teachers and school administrators not to force students to take examinations if they are experiencing anxiety or are unprepared, emphasizing that school stability is paramount. The Architectural Association of Kenya has proposed stricter design and safety standards for school dormitories following the tragic fire at Utumishi Girls Academy. Parliament approved the 2026/27 national budget with significant allocations towards education, including funds for the Teachers Service Commission to absorb 20,000 intern teachers.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is seeking public assistance to identify a person of interest in the murder investigation of PCEA Reverend Julius Ndumia Ngari, who was killed on May 3 in Nakuru North Sub-County. The DCI is also seeking public help to identify a key person of interest in the ongoing investigation into the murder of Reverend Julius Ngari. Both cases involve CCTV evidence as investigators work to apprehend those responsible for the violent killings.

Kenyan President William Ruto concluded a two-day State Visit to South Africa by signing six agreements aimed at deepening economic, diplomatic, and strategic ties, emphasizing the need for a united Africa on the global stage. At the joint Kenya-South Africa Business Forum in Midrand, President William Ruto challenged African businesses to prioritize intra-Africa trade, emphasizing the continent as the next major frontier for investment and innovation. Kenya's Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen is establishing the Nairobi Metropolitan Police Unit with a focus on public order and business protection, drawing inspiration from the City of London Police.