The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched a nationwide crackdown on reckless driving, specifically ordering police to arrest drivers and passengers of vehicles transporting students in violation of traffic laws. This is part of the ‘Watoto Wafike Salama’ campaign. The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) also launched a nationwide crackdown on Wednesday, August 27, targeting both small-scale shops and large supermarkets for the illegal sale and supply of sugar. In the capital, the Nairobi County Government is intensifying its crackdown on illegal waste dumping, threatening to revoke licenses and prosecute Community-Based Organisations (CBOs) and Private Service Providers (PSPs) who violate regulations.

Kembi Gitura, former Murang’a Senator, has resigned as Board Chairman of the Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) after just eight months, citing personal and political conflicts. His resignation, effective Tuesday, is also attributed to his long-standing opposition to President William Ruto’s administration and its policies. In a separate event, a group of legislators operating under the ‘Kenya Moja’ political group gave Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale a 48-hour ultimatum to resign. Led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, the group cited alleged fraud amounting to billions of shillings at the Social Health Authority (SHA) as the reason for their demand.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) arrested fourteen teenagers, aged 12 to 19, in connection with a gang-related murder and identified seven Nairobi estates as hotspots for teen radicalisation. In South Nyanza, the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) dismantled a syndicate of fake anti-corruption officers, arresting seven individuals in an extortion scheme. Detectives also arrested three suspects from a gang responsible for violent robberies in Nyamira and Kisii Counties, including an attack on a 96-year-old grandmother. Additionally, the EACC arrested a senior accountant of the Siaya County Government for allegedly embezzling close to Ksh100 million through fraudulent allowances.

The Senate has commenced impeachment hearings against Kericho Governor Eric Mutai, who was impeached by the Kericho County Assembly on August 15. Governor Mutai has pleaded not guilty to three charges: gross violation of the Constitution, abuse of office, and gross misconduct. He has assembled a legal team led by prominent lawyer Katwa Kigen to defend him against the allegations. During a plenary hearing on the impeachment, former Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba was blocked from entering the Senate chambers, despite presenting a court order that reinstated her position.

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of introducing a "high level of corruption" into the National Assembly, claiming the president lacks the moral authority to address the issue. Gachagua alleged Ruto is "leading from the front" in corrupt practices. While defending his recent US tour, Gachagua also revealed details of a pre-2022 election pact with President Ruto concerning government positions. Separately, lawmakers from Kenya Moja, led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, are demanding the immediate resignation of Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. The legislators also called for Social Health Authority (SHA) board chair Mohamed Abdi to step down over alleged multibillion-shilling fraud at the SHA. The group has demanded a Commission of Inquiry into the agency within 48 hours.

As Kenya celebrated its inaugural Constitution Day, President William Ruto emphasized the critical need to eradicate corruption to achieve constitutional goals and urged county governors to devise new strategies for increasing revenue. However, a new report indicates that 15 years after its implementation, the constitution's execution has been marked as "bittersweet," with several crucial articles not fully observed. Civil society organizations expressed grave concerns about what they deem significant shortcomings in its implementation, claiming key constitutional provisions are being undermined. These organizations also allege that the government's constitutional celebrations are a tactic by the President to distance himself from accusations of human rights violations.

President William Ruto has vowed that the government will apprehend and prosecute individuals or hospitals involved in corruption within the Social Health Authority (SHA) insurance scheme. The President warned that the government will not remain silent while billions of shillings are lost due to fraudulent activities. Following these accusations, demands have been made for Health Minister Aden Duale and leaders of SHA to resign. The Kenya Moja union has also raised concerns about alleged corruption within the SHA health insurance system. This comes amid growing accusations of mismanagement and fraudulent activities in the healthcare sector.

In Kwa Binzaro village, Kilifi County, a total of 19 bodies have been exhumed. Six more bodies were exhumed in the second week of the operation, bringing the total number recovered to 19. The headline "Miili 19 yafukuliwa kwenye kichaka cha Kwa Binzaro" also confirms 19 bodies have been unearthed in the thicket. Kilifi is grappling with these discoveries, which are linked to religious extremism. The ongoing exhumation exercise continues to uncover more remains.

Harambee Stars coach Benni McCarthy announced his 23-man squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against The Gambia and Seychelles, omitting key players like Austine Odhiambo and Eric Ouma. In women's football, Kenya Police Bullets were drawn against Kampala Queens and Eritrea’s Denden SC in Group A of the 2025 CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA qualifiers. Meanwhile, FIFA and the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) have demanded that India implement a new constitution by October 30. Failure to do so could result in a second global football ban in three years, barring Indian teams from all international competitions.

Morocco is chasing a historic third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title after eliminating holders Senegal 5-3 on penalties in Kampala. The match ended 1-1 after regular and extra time. Madagascar also secured a historic spot in the CHAN final, defeating Sudan 1-0 in a tense semi-final in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Toky Rakotondraibe scored the decisive goal in extra time, despite Madagascar playing with 10 men for over 40 minutes. As part of its media tour, the CHAN 2024 trophy also made an appearance at the Standard Group Headquarters in Kenya, accompanied by football legends Victor Wanyama and Mrisho Ngasa.

Renowned digital content creator Mungai Eve has announced a break from social media, citing struggles with depression due to the pressures of public life and online negativity. Mungai Eve also openly discussed her recent struggles with depression and burnout, which she experienced between April and June 2025. This challenging period led her to re-evaluate her career and deepen her spiritual faith. In a similar move, renowned Kenyan singer and entrepreneur Akothee announced a complete suspension of all her projects to prioritize her health. Akothee cited severe burnout and persistent headaches, revealing that the past year, particularly the last two months, has been overwhelming.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has controversially claimed that State House has become a "crime scene," alleging widespread corruption in the highest office. He has also asserted that both houses of Kenya's Parliament are not independent, citing instances of Members of Parliament admitting they pass legislation at the President's behest. Gachagua also alleges that President Ruto used significant funds to influence impeachment proceedings in Parliament. In his statements, he controversially labeled State House a "crime scene" and Kenya a "criminal enterprise."