Kenya's foreign exchange reserves have reached a record high of nearly $10.59 billion, as reported by the Central Bank of Kenya in their weekly financial update.

• Reserves increased by $122 million this week, maintaining import cover for 4.7 months.
• President William Ruto acknowledged the challenges faced in achieving this growth amid a foreign exchange crunch in 2023.
• The stable Kenyan shilling, currently trading at 129.22 to the dollar, has aided in building reserves without frequent central bank intervention.

A new book by renowned Kenyan author David G. Maillu, titled Push Gen Z, Push Harder: Storm of Political Revolution, calls for Kenya to reassess its engagement with Generation Z amid their increasing role in political activism. Released on June 7, the book underscores the urgency for deep structural reforms following the youth-led protests of mid-2024.

• The book emphasizes that Gen Z is "not the future, they are the now," pushing boldly for change.
• Dr. Mburu, whose PhD dissertation inspired the book, advocates for understanding and mentoring youth leaders.
• The author notes, “We can’t afford to be analog in a digital world,” highlighting the role of technology in shaping youth movements.