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President William Ruto announced that all students qualifying for university education will receive full government funding, pending parliamentary approval of a new proposal. The Kenyan government has unveiled plans to implement fully funded tertiary education for all students, a significant shift expected to replace the widely criticized 2023 income-based funding model. This represents Kenya's University Funding Model's fourth major overhaul under the Ruto Administration.

President William Ruto has ordered a decisive crackdown on criminal elements responsible for recent instances of unrest and violence nationwide. President William Ruto declared a national consensus against political violence and criminality, ordering security agencies to enforce the law. He warned that unchecked lawlessness could lead to devastating consequences, citing the conflict in Sudan. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has dismissed President William Ruto's order to crack down on goons, claiming rogue police officers collude with criminal gangs to terrorize Kenyans. In Swahili, the President warned of potential national disintegration if urgent action isn't taken against criminal gangs causing chaos during political gatherings.

Cleophas Malala, Deputy Party Leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), has stated he will only engage with President William Ruto once issues of extrajudicial killings, corruption, and unfulfilled campaign promises are addressed. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has defended President Ruto's development agenda, asserting that the Kenya Kwanza administration is committed to equitable distribution of government projects across the nation. At the same time, President Ruto has repeatedly issued directives to security agencies to crack down on violent groups and criminals, but these orders appear to be going unheeded, raising questions about his control over the forces.

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i met with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and leaders of the Linda Mwananchi movement, signaling intensified opposition consultations ahead of the 2027 General Election. Sifuna is set to embark on a politically charged homecoming tour in Bungoma and Trans Nzoia counties on June 25 and June 26, sparking significant excitement and displays of political strength. Preparations are underway for the tour, with local political dynamics creating both anticipation and tension in the western region.

Former Deputy President Rigathi's Gachagua's call for tourists and investors to boycott Kenya until after the 2027 General Election has sparked a rare bipartisan backlash. A seemingly conciliatory gesture by Gachagua towards his successor, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, is being interpreted by political analysts as a sophisticated political maneuver rather than a genuine attempt at reconciliation. Recent political developments suggest Gachagua's influence may not be waning as predicted after his impeachment, with the Ol Kalou win demonstrating continued political support.

The Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) has initiated legal proceedings to reclaim 7.6 acres of land belonging to the Kenya Prisons Service in Kisumu's Milimani area. The land, valued at KSh4.3 billion, was allegedly illegally converted to private ownership. The EACC is pursuing recovery of additional public land worth hundreds of millions also allegedly grabbed in Kisumu. The commission has warned title holders that those who acquired land fraudulently will face consequences. This represents a significant effort to recover public assets that were allegedly diverted from government possession.

The Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA) has presented CCTV footage tracking Albert Ojwang's final hours before his death. Disturbing footage from the Central Police Station on the night of June 7, 2025, appears to show his final moments in the police cells. Additional footage shows his body being wheeled into Mbagathi Hospital. The CCTV evidence provides new details in the murder case, with footage also revealing details that could implicate Constable Ngige. These developments come as petitioners in a separate case claim armed KWS personnel barred a court-ordered site visit to Nairobi National Park, alleging obstruction despite their role as parties in the ongoing legal dispute.