President William Ruto has announced a plan to construct 70 kilometres of roads in Nairobi aimed at easing traffic congestion and boosting trade within the city.

• The road construction is part of a broader initiative to transform urban infrastructure and enhance economic growth.
• The project targets key areas including Fedha Road and Mihang’o Link Road, set to be completed by December 2023.
• Improved roads are expected to reduce travel time and unlock economic opportunities for local businesses.

The Kenyan government has launched a new loan program for students studying forestry, aimed at enhancing the nation's workforce in environmental conservation.

• Ksh26 billion allocated for the 2025/2026 financial year, significantly below the Ksh48 billion needed for student loans.
• Clement Ng’oriareng from Kenya Forest Service and HELB CEO Geoffrey Monari formalized the funding agreement.
• The initiative's structured oversight includes a tripartite committee from KFS, HELB, and Kenya Forestry College to align with national forestry goals.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has issued a warning to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) regarding prudent budget management ahead of upcoming by-elections and the 2027 General Elections.

• Ksh61 billion is required for the 2027 elections, with the IEBC planning to register an additional 5.7 million voters.
• The warning follows Mbadi's concerns over the repeated procurement of election materials like biometric kits and ballot boxes.
• Oversight will be implemented, and dire consequences await if misuse of the billions of shillings allocated is discovered.