Nanyuki residents are set to protest starting next Tuesday if the government does not apprehend those responsible for the mysterious death of Julia Njoki, who died while in police custody.

• 24-year-old Julia Njoki reportedly died after sustaining injuries in police custody following her arrest on July 7.
• Residents claim police were responsible for the injuries that led to her death and demand justice for her and Thomas Gachara, a student allegedly shot by police during protests.
• Njoki was released from police custody on a Ksh50,000 bond but was unable to pay, leading to her remand in Nanyuki GK Prison where she sustained fatal injuries.

The newly constituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is set to conduct by-elections for six National Assembly seats and one Senate seat following a leadership crisis that ended on July 12, 2023.

• The IEBC is now tasked with organizing by-elections for seats that have been vacant since 2023.
• Edung Ethekon was sworn in as the new Chairperson, marking a new chapter for the commission.
• The constitution mandates that by-elections occur within **ninety days** of a vacancy declaration.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has emphasized the need for respect towards the reconstituted Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) and the judiciary, highlighting their constitutional independence during a speech in Kuria East, Migori County.

• Sh1.6 billion has been allocated for the connection of 17,000 new households in Migori County.
• Key figure is Kithure Kindiki, who serves as the Deputy President.
• He criticized attacks on the IEBC, stating, "Those attacking IEBC are wasting their time," urging respect for independent institutions.

President William Ruto has criticized politicians and religious leaders urging violent protests in Kenya, emphasizing their accountability for recent unrest. He pledged to protect citizens' lives and property amidst ongoing demonstrations.

• 38 people have died in the latest protests, as reported by the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR).
• Key individuals include opposition leaders, whom Ruto accused of exploiting youth protests for political gain.
• Ruto affirmed that arrests of protest leaders were lawful, rejecting claims of political persecution.

President William Ruto has urged Kenyans to reject leaders inciting ethnic divisions and violence, accusing the opposition of creating a politically manufactured crisis during a speech in Elgeyo-Marakwet County.

• 2,500 acres will be brought under irrigation due to the recently commissioned Etio Dam project, benefiting over 8,000 households.
• President Ruto condemned reckless political incitement, stating, "Enough is enough. Kenya will be safe."
• He emphasized the government's commitment to mantain law and order while promoting youth opportunities through modern technology in education.