Youths from the Kisumu 2TAM Youth Movement are demanding the resignation of Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna due to his recent comments perceived as contrary to the party's agenda.

• The protests follow Sifuna's interview on Citizen TV, where he admitted to ODM facing internal contradictions.
• The movement is aligned with President William Ruto's administration and criticized Sifuna for divisive rhetoric.
• One youth leader stated, “If you are in government, stay there,” emphasizing their frustration with Sifuna's loyalty to the opposition.

Siaya is facing a potential leadership crisis as Governor James Orengo and Deputy Governor William Oduol are pressured for their alleged prolonged absence from office, leading to operational paralysis in the county.

• Over one month of absence from Governor Orengo has delayed critical functions, including the approval of Siaya's 2025/2026 budget.
• Resident Julius Oluoch has petitioned several bodies, including the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission and the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission, accusing leaders of neglect.
• Speaker George Okode claims the governor is on a private trip while presiding over county functions, but the petitioner asserts this violates constitutional principles.

President William Ruto has appointed Pius Angasa as a board member of the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), pending approval from the Senate and National Assembly.

• The approval process for Angasa's nomination must be completed within **28 days**, concluding on **August 20, 2025**.
• The announcement was made by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula during a parliament session on **July 24**.
• Angasa's appointment involves a joint vetting process between the Senate and National Assembly, adhering to the Public Appointments (Parliamentary Approval) Act.