The Online Kenyan

Chaos erupted when a convoy carrying Rigathi Gachagua, former Deputy President, was attacked with stones and vandalized in Kaptembwo, Nakuru West Sub County. Gachagua used the occasion to strongly defend former President Uhuru Kenyatta, slamming President Ruto's political attacks. Earlier, Gachagua had dismissed President Ruto's assertion that his coalition must win the 2027 General Election as wishful thinking. Opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua, and Dr. Fred Matiang'i have accused President William Ruto of unfairly targeting retired President Uhuru Kenyatta in his ongoing political disputes.

President William Ruto has intensified his criticism of his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, accusing him of failing the country and now sponsoring opposition politicians for the 2027 General Election. This has drawn sharp rebukes from opposition figures defending Kenyatta. Tensions have resurfaced between President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta following Kenyatta's rejection of Ruto's Beyond Vision 2030 Plan. Uhuru has reportedly thrown open his wallet to fund opposition activities for the 2027 election, prompting Ruto to fight back.

President William Ruto has intensified attacks on retired President Uhuru Kenyatta, labeling him an opposition sponsor in his ongoing political disputes. Opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua, and Dr. Fred Matiang'i have accused Ruto of unfairly targeting Uhuru. At the same time, violence marred Gachagua's Nakuru tour as an opposition funding row escalated. Meanwhile, Uhuru has thrown open his wallet for the 2027 election, prompting Ruto to fight back. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has pledged that the government will uphold peace and security as the nation gears up for the 2027 General Election.

President William Ruto has ordered that the winners of the annual Kenya Science and Engineering Fair be officially recognized at State House, with this initiative set to commence next year. Separately, Ruto expressed support for Nairobi's bid to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships. Additionally, Ruto directed the Ministry of Education to disburse Sh5 million to all schools and institutions that took part in the 2026 Kenya Music Festival State Concert.

Kenyan champions in hockey, St Joseph's Kitale, Nyamira Girls, and Ng'iya Girls, secured dominant opening victories at the Federation of East Africa Schools Sports Associations games in Morogoro, Tanzania. At the same time, Kenyan national champions Kesogon Girls School and Chesamisi Boys kicked off the 2026 East Africa games in Morogoro with dominant victories in volleyball. Additionally, Kisii School and Upper Hill School launched their title defenses strongly at the East Africa rugby 15s in Morogoro, Tanzania.

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced a reduction in diesel prices by Ksh5 per litre, while petrol and kerosene prices will remain unchanged for the period until September 14. This follows a previous announcement offering relief for Kenyans as diesel prices were cut by Sh5 per litre, providing some relief to motorists and industries. At the same time, the Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts that eight Kenyan counties are forecast to receive rainfall in the upcoming week, while the majority of the country is expected to experience dry conditions. The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority also projects cool and cloudy conditions in several counties including Nairobi, from August 13 to August 20.

The Kenyan Parliament has passed the Kenya Roads (Amendment) Bill, 2024, mandating dedicated infrastructure for cyclists and pedestrians on designated roads. The Kenyan National Assembly approved this bill paving the way for dedicated lanes for cyclists and pedestrians on roads across the country. Meanwhile, Kenya's Parliament is considering a separate proposal that could shift internet billing to a pay-as-you-use model, sparking concerns among telecommunications providers about potential cost increases for consumers. Additionally, a new bill aims to prevent teachers from striking during national examinations, a move that could impact upcoming 2026 assessments.

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has issued a warning regarding a counterfeit batch of Postinor-2 (P-2) emergency contraceptive pills found circulating in Kenya. The Board sternly warned about a fake batch of Postinor-2 (P2) emergency contraceptive tablets, batch number T34197R, being circulated in Kenya, with these fake pills posing a significant health risk to users. Separately, the Kenyan government is set to invest Ksh29 billion to construct 13 new Level 5 hospitals across various counties, aiming to expand specialized healthcare access and advance Universal Health Coverage (UHC).