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The Football Kenya Federation is facing new allegations regarding the disappearance of Ksh 60 million intended for the CHAN 2024 preparations. In football action, Tusker FC has successfully advanced to the FKF Cup final after securing a victory against KCB. The team will face Kenya Police FC in the final after winning their semi-final through a dramatic penalty shootout. Meanwhile, AFC Leopards significantly boosted their title aspirations by defeating Kakamega Homeboyz 2-1 in a match held at the Mumias Complex, narrowing the gap to league leaders Gor Mahia to a single point. Hashim Kamau was elected as the new president of the Kenya Amputee Football Federation at elections held on Saturday afternoon at Nyayo National Stadium.

Long-distance bus companies in Kenya have begun implementing fare hikes just days after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) announced significant increases in fuel prices. Transport operators across Kenya are simultaneously demanding the immediate disbandment of EPRA and threatening a nationwide strike starting Monday due to unsustainable fuel price increases. The Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry is urgently calling for a review of fuel taxes and levies, especially on diesel, due to soaring prices that threaten business sustainability and increase the cost of living. Meanwhile, the Kenyan Shilling experienced marginal depreciation against the U.S. Dollar and Euro during the week ending May 15, influenced by global energy shocks and rising international crude oil prices. Former Chief Justice David Maraga has stated that Kenya could have avoided its current fuel crisis through better resource management and sustainable investments.

Africa's top health agency has declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo's eastern Ituri province, with 80 deaths reported among at least 246 cases. The Democratic Republic of Congo has confirmed a new Ebola outbreak in its eastern Ituri province, with the outbreak involving the Bundibugyo strain of the virus. Kenya's Ministry of Health has heightened Ebola surveillance and preparedness measures following the confirmed outbreak in the eastern DRC, while also assuring the public that there are no confirmed cases of Ebola in Kenya and urging continued vigilance.

In the Emurua Dikirr by-election, an opposition candidate, Felix Kibet Rotich of the DCP party, secured a significant 10,760 votes, challenging the ruling UDA party in what is considered President William Ruto's backyard. Meanwhile, opposition leaders have reiterated their pledge to unite and form a formidable force to challenge and potentially unseat President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election. Separately, opposition factions including the United Opposition and the Linda Mwananchi faction of the ODM party have publicly vowed to unite and field a single presidential candidate to challenge President William Ruto in the 2027 General Election.

Siaya Governor James Orengo has declared his intention to run for the presidency in 2027, positioning himself as a key challenger to President William Ruto's re-election bid. At the same time, Kenya's major political parties including UDA, ODM, and DCP are actively seeking new candidates for the 2027 general election, marking a significant scramble for political aspirants. Separately, UDA Secretary General Hassan Omar stated that victories in recent by-elections solidify public confidence in President William Ruto ahead of the 2027 polls.

Konza Technopolis has signed a significant partnership agreement to foster collaboration among startups across Kenya and North Africa, aiming to boost the continent's digital future. At the same time, over 140 youths in Lamu County have graduated from the Huawei DigiTruck Programme, a mobile digital classroom initiative aimed at upskilling young people in underserved communities. Additionally, Climavox Grid is launching a new platform in Kenya aimed at empowering the nation's digital generation by allowing social media users to earn from their participation in online campaigns. These three stories highlight growing digital initiatives in Kenya targeting youth employment and technological advancement.