President William Ruto has declined to assent to the Pensions Amendment Bill, citing concerns about potential inconsistencies with existing laws.

• The Bill aimed to establish set timelines for pension payments, but Ruto flagged **Clauses 2** and **3** for ambiguity.
• Speaker of the National Assembly Moses Wetangula announced the President's reservations on **Tuesday**.
• The proposed changes were viewed as conflicting with the current administration of pensions, which has seen improvements through recent digital reforms.

The Kenyan National Assembly has decided to advance the Public Transport Motorcycle Regulation Bill, 2025, which addresses regulations in the boda boda sector, despite public opposition.

• The bill includes new rules for the registration and safety of boda boda operators at the county level.
• Boni Khalwale, the Kakamega Senator, requested to withdraw the bill due to public outcry, but this was rejected by Speaker Moses Wetang'ula.
• Notable provisions include mandatory training for operators and heavy fines, such as Ksh20,000 for riding on pedestrian walkways and up to Ksh100,000 or a year in prison for harming others.

Outrage has erupted among women leaders following remarks made by Kimani Ichung’wah regarding Dorcus Rigathi, the wife of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, prompting calls for his arrest by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).

• Women leaders demand the immediate arrest of Ichung’wah for his derogatory comments, which have sparked significant backlash.
• The press conference was held on July 22, 2025, with strong condemnation from leaders including Moraa John and Njeri Kahiga.
• Ichung’wah's remarks are viewed as part of a smear campaign against women in leadership, with demands for a public apology to Pastor Dorcus.