The Irish government has announced plans to spend its €14bn tax windfall from Apple on infrastructure investments as part of the National Development Plan (NDP). This funding will target housing, energy, water, and transport projects from 2026 to 2030.

• Nearly €1bn will be allocated to the cross-border Shared Island fund up to 2030.
• The announcement was made by Taoiseach Micheál Martin, emphasizing a significant increase in public investment.
• No specific new projects have been disclosed yet; further details are expected in the October budget.

The Kenya Roads Board (KRB) disbursed Sh3.7 billion to 47 counties for road repairs in the 2024/2025 fiscal year, focused on improving road safety and infrastructure.

• Highest allocations: Nakuru – Sh183 million, Kitui – Sh152 million, Nairobi – Sh120 million
• Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir and Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi addressed concerns over fuel levy fund management amidst rising prices.
• Counties must submit work plans by August 12, 2025 to guide implementation of the allocated funds.