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Kenya and Pfizer are exploring an expanded health and investment partnership following a review of their existing Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). The renewed agreement aims to enhance access to medicines and vaccines while fostering broader collaboration. The Social Health Authority (SHA) has begun verifying pending claims totaling Ksh10 million and above from Level 5 and Level 6 healthcare providers formerly with the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). A nationwide strike by healthcare workers in Kenya has left patients stranded, with no end in sight as negotiations between unions and the Council of Governors (CoG) continue.

The United States has issued a stern warning to visa applicants, cautioning that the presentation of fake documents can lead to severe repercussions, including entry bans. This warning comes as the U.S. is intensifying its crackdown on marriage fraud, impacting Kenyans who have legitimately married U.S. citizens for immigration purposes. Meanwhile, The Kenyan government has welcomed the U.S. Senate's approval of a two-year extension for the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), securing duty-free access for Kenyan exports to the United States until December 31, 2028.

Opposition leaders have agreed to resolve their internal disagreements privately rather than through public disputes. The Kenya Kwanza and ODM alliance is reportedly negotiating power-sharing arrangements for potential government roles and the 2027 election. Kenya's Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has assured the Linda Mwananchi movement of adequate security for their upcoming tour of Homa Bay, emphasizing that all Kenyans have the democratic right to travel anywhere in the country, provided they adhere to the law.

President William Ruto has launched national dialogue on the Vision 2060 economic transformation plan, defending the timing just one year before the 2027 general elections. He has called for legal protection to shield the plan from future sabotage. However, political analyst Fanya Mambo Kinuthia has called on Ruto to resign if he views the Kenyan Constitution as an impediment to governance. Experts have noted that Kenya may not match Singapore's economic growth even with Vision 2060, while John Methu describes Vision 2060 as an 'emergency' to distract Kenyans from unmet promises.

As International Youth Day was observed, Kenyan youth continue to face challenges due to unaddressed issues, with the Kenya Kwanza administration under President William Ruto being criticized for failing to fulfill campaign promises. On International Youth Day, Kenyan youth continue to face unaddressed challenges, with the Kenya Kwanza administration led by President William Ruto being highlighted as the latest to fall short of its promises. Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i is calling for unity and respect among leaders as Kenya approaches the 2027 general elections, urging them to focus on development agendas rather than personal attacks.

The Central Bank of Kenya predicts that inflation could reach 8 percent if average global oil prices remain at $110 per barrel, potentially exceeding the government's target range. This forecast comes as Kenya has achieved the first rank globally for adoption of artificial intelligence among internet users, showcasing the country's growing technological integration. Separately, Kenyan shippers will no longer be required to pay refundable cash deposits for shipping containers when using A.P. Moller-Maersk, thanks to a new digital trade financing partnership with Viaservice-Ke.

KCB Group has announced a 50% increase in its interim dividend to Sh3 per share for the six months ended June 2026, driven by a significant rise in earnings. Co-operative Bank of Kenya similarly posted a 28 percent growth in net profit during the same period, reflecting robust performance in the banking sector. Sanlam Allianz Holdings (Kenya) also reported a fourfold increase in net profit, reaching Sh124.6 million for the first half of 2026. Car & General reported a four-fold increase in net profit to Sh2.6 billion for the first half of 2026, driven by robust sales growth across its key markets. At the same time, Kenya's macadamia nut production value surged 73 percent to Sh8.6 billion in 2025, driven by strong farm-gate prices.