President William Ruto bid farewell to the United States Chargé d’Affaires to Kenya, Marc Dillard, who has completed his diplomatic tour in Nairobi, reaffirming the strong Kenya-US ties.

• Date: Meeting held on Wednesday
• Discussion Topics: Trade, investment, and collaboration on the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda
• Notable Quote: “We value our strong and mutually beneficial diplomatic ties with the United States,” said Ruto.

President William Ruto will lead a two-day National Executive Retreat starting on June 19 to address Kenya's economic issues and employment rates amidst recent protests.

• The retreat includes key government officials, focusing on the country's slowing economy, which is under fiscal pressure.
• The protests, particularly in the Nairobi Central Business District, were sparked by the death of influencer Albert Ojwang, resulting in violence and police action.
• The retreat will also explore the 2025 Economic Survey report, noting the labor market's slower-than-expected recovery, particularly affecting youth and vulnerable groups.

Protests erupted in Nairobi on June 18 as Kenyans demanded the resignation of Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja after violent clashes between protesters and alleged hired goons.

• 16 people were injured during the protests, including Boniface Kariuki, a hawker in critical condition from a police-related injury.
• William Sigilai, CEO of Kenyatta National Hospital, stated a rubber bullet was found in Kariuki's head.
• Opposition leader Babu Owino accused Sakaja of hiring goons, while Sakaja denied any involvement, claiming he was away during the incidents.