Joint mediation talks between the Senate and the National Assembly have resulted in a settlement for county funding at KSh 415 billion for the next fiscal year, falling short of the Senate’s initial demand for KSh 465 billion.

• The agreed funding amount is KSh 415 billion, down from the Senate's request of KSh 465 billion.
• Ali Roba, Chair of the Senate Finance Committee, emphasized the importance of reaching an agreement to avoid paralyzing county operations.
• Governors complain that proposed allocations do not reflect the increasing costs of managing devolved functions, stating that KSh 526 billion was necessary.

The Ministry of Water, Sanitation, and Irrigation has initiated a crackdown on unregistered and rogue water drillers in Kenya to enhance professionalism and accountability in the borehole drilling sector.

• Ksh1 million fines or jail terms of up to two years await unlicensed borehole drillers.
• The announcement was made by Julius Korir, Principal Secretary for Water and Sanitation, after a meeting with the Rig Drillers Association of Kenya.
• All borehole drillers must obtain several permits, including a hydrogeological survey and an Environmental Impact Assessment, to operate legally.

The Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) has warned that ongoing protests in Kenya could lead to job losses and deter investors, following significant business disruptions and damages.

• 4.7% GDP growth recorded last year, down from 5.7% in 2023, impacting job creation.
• The warning comes as protests, including a potential shutdown on June 25, threaten to destabilize the business environment.
• KEPSA highlighted a drop in formal job creation, with only 78,600 jobs created, compared to 123,000 in 2023.