The DCI in Kilifi has uncovered seven shallow graves containing human bones and skulls in Kwa Binzaro village, following an exhumation order related to suspected cult practices. In a separate operation in Nairobi's Ngara area, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations apprehended six individuals for allegedly manufacturing counterfeit US dollars and seized fake currency. Additionally, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) successfully recovered public land in Kakamega valued at Sh20 million. A court nullified the land's illegal allocation to a private individual, as it had been designated for civil servants' housing.

Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has detailed the free outpatient services now available at public health facilities (Level 2 to Level 4) under the Social Health Authority (SHA) for all registered Kenyans. In separate hospital news, Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) issued a statement clarifying the circumstances around the removal of a transplanted kidney from a patient after a police report was filed. Meanwhile, The Nairobi Hospital has suspended its recently announced service price review following significant backlash and discussions with leading medical insurance providers. The suspension came after 12 insurers temporarily removed the hospital from their provider panels.

The Kenyan government plans to construct a new airport to replace the existing Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) to address infrastructure challenges. To fund such mega projects, the National Treasury plans to raise Ksh293.6 billion in the 2025/26 financial year through Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangements. This strategy aims to reduce reliance on domestic borrowing. In a separate matter, the High Court in Kerugoya temporarily halted the government's plan to import 500,000 metric tonnes of rice duty-free. This decision followed a petition by the Farmers Party, which argued the importation would negatively impact local farmers.

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has appointed Sukyan Omar Hassan as the Acting Chief Kadhi for a period of three months, following the death of Sheikh Athman Abdul-Halim. In a different commission action, the Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC) unexpectedly cancelled the recruitment of 38 Security Wardens for Parliament weeks after inviting applications. Meanwhile, the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has criticized the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for its failure to promote teachers. KUPPET is demanding automatic promotions for teachers who have remained in a single job group for over a decade.

The High Court in Kerugoya has temporarily halted the government’s plan to import 500,000 metric tonnes of rice duty-free. This decision follows a legal challenge by the Farmers Party, which argues the importation is unjustified and detrimental to local farmers. In a separate case, Nairobi Hospital is facing potential liquidation after an insolvency petition was filed against it in the High Court of Kenya. The petition concerning the prominent medical institution will be heard in August 2025. Meanwhile, industry leaders state that unpredictable taxes and policies are hindering investment in Kenya’s beer industry. They report this uncertainty makes it difficult to forecast returns on significant capital outlays.

Safaricom has announced a 25% discount on new business fibre connections for MSMEs in fibre-ready buildings, effective for the next two months. This initiative, unveiled at the Grow with Safaricom Business forum, aims to lower the cost of getting businesses online. In a separate move, KCB Bank has launched a higher education financing initiative covering 29 public and private universities in Kenya. The bank's program is set to provide comprehensive financial and non-financial support for operations, staff, and students. Concurrently, as Kenya's businesses increasingly adopt cloud technology, Oracle is expanding with a new public cloud region in Nairobi, which highlights a growing trend towards cloud-first strategies in the region.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua criticized opposition leader Raila Odinga for claims Gachagua betrayed political allies by aligning with President William Ruto. Gachagua also accused President Ruto and the Kenya Kwanza administration of having ties to terrorist organizations like Al-Shabaab. In response, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki labeled Gachagua's claims as "reckless." Leaders of the DCP party warned the government against threats to arrest Gachagua upon his return from the United States. Gachagua has dared the Kenya Kwanza government to arrest him, stating he is not afraid of being arrested.

Kenya's Harambee Stars secured a 1-0 victory over Morocco's Atlas Lions in a CHAN 2024 Group A clash at Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani on August 10, 2025, ending a 10-year dry spell against them. This win ensured Kenya's qualification for the quarterfinals of the tournament. However, due to severe safety and security breaches leading to overcrowding during the Morocco game, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) suspended ticket sales for all future fixtures at the stadium. This suspension affects the upcoming CHAN 2024 match between Kenya's Harambee Stars and Zambia's Chipolopolo. Defender Sylvester Owino has emerged as a pillar in the Harambee Stars backline during the ongoing African Nations Championship. A story title also states that President Ruto offered Sh2.5m for the team's clash against Zambia.

The number of fatalities from road accidents across Kenya has surged, with the total death toll reaching 60 after new deaths were reported. A surge in fatalities included eight people dying in Makueni and another two along the Mai Mahiu road. In a separate incident, a tragic road accident on the Kibwezi-Kitui road in Makueni County claimed the lives of four family members. Ten additional deaths were reported across Makueni, Nakuru, and Tana River counties. One devastating incident involved a family returning from a dowry ceremony.

Several musicians have recently addressed significant personal challenges. Ugandan singer Weasel Manizo publicly thanked fans for support after a recent accident and is now preparing for surgery, with the incident under police investigation. Kenyan songstress Jovial announced an indefinite social media break following what she described as a "traumatic" childbirth experience. Jovial detailed an eight-hour labor that ended in a Caesarean section, leaving her feeling "completely broken." In a separate event, Nigerian music icon Tiwa Savage discussed enduring the leak of her sex tape in 2021. Savage described this as one of the most challenging periods of her life, noting it occurred while she was grieving her father's death.

Over 300 intern nurses protested at the Ministry of Health headquarters after their postings were abruptly revoked, demanding the release of their appointment letters. The protesting interns contested the decision made by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. Separately, nurses in Kisumu who have been on strike temporarily halted their demonstrations to donate blood for road crash victims. In the education sector, the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has criticized the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for allowing teachers to stagnate in the same job group for over ten years.