A fuel tanker explosion on the Nairobi-Nyeri highway near Marua has left several injured. In trade news, Kenyan businesses face new US export tariffs following a scrapped exemption, raising concerns as AGOA expiry approaches, though Presidents Ruto and Museveni resolved Kenya-Uganda trade barriers. The government has suspended exhumations at a Kilifi cult site as the death toll reached 37. President Ruto announced the government will cover Social Health Authority contributions for poor Kenyans. The UFAA issued a 30-day notice for 193 Kenyans to claim dormant assets. IEBC will resume voter registration next month for the 2027 General Election, while the CA and police cracked down on unlicensed courier services, arresting five in Mombasa.
The Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced new recruitment timelines for various government positions and public universities, as outlined in its Citizen Service Charter 2025. In the education sector, Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has directed the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) to extend the loan application deadline for university and TVET students to Sunday, September 14, providing an additional two weeks. Meanwhile, a directive from the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) mandating all payments for entry and services at Karura Forest be made exclusively through the eCitizen platform has been met with opposition. The Friends of Karura Forest (FKF) community trust is opposing the move, citing concerns over a breach of their joint-management agreement.
NCBA Group PLC reported a significant 12.6% increase in its half-year 2025 profit after tax, reaching KSh 11.1 billion, a result primarily driven by robust net interest income growth. In contrast, Britam Holdings Plc reported a 14% drop in profit after tax to KSh 1.74 billion for the half-year ended June 30, 2025. This decline at Britam occurred as rising finance costs impacted profitability, despite strong investment income. In the government securities market, Kenya's 91-day Treasury Bills yield dropped below 8% for the first time since June 2022. This followed a recent auction where investor demand was high, leading to the overall performance rate hitting 133.46%.
Several technology companies have announced partnerships and product integrations focused on artificial intelligence. NTT DATA and Cisco have partnered to release an IDC InfoBrief, titled "Wired for Intelligence: A CIO Guide to Enterprise Networking and AI," highlighting the need for modern network infrastructure to support AI integration. Westcon-Comstor announced a deepened relationship with Microsoft to accelerate partner and customer transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa. This news was shared at the Westcon Microsoft Partner Summit 2025 to help organizations adopt cloud and AI solutions. Additionally, Samsung has announced that its 2025 lineup of TVs and Smart Monitors will integrate Microsoft Copilot. This integration aims to enhance personalized and intelligent features through Samsung Vision AI.
Kilifi Senator Stewart Madzayo has criticized the government and the National Intelligence Service (NIS) for an alleged failure to prevent deaths as mass graves continue to be discovered in Kilifi. At one of the sites, Kwa Binzaro, the exhumation of bodies has been suspended to allow for postmortem examinations of the remains. These events are happening more than two years after the Shakahola Forest massacre, also in Kilifi, where victims' families are still grappling with pain and unanswered questions.
Online cab drivers threaten strike over exploitation, demanding better terms. Meanwhile, the African Angel Academy expands investor training to address a 25 trillion shillings startup funding gap. Mombasa wins a global award for road safety efforts, while Britam's half-year profit dropped due to higher claims.
The CHAN 2024 Final culminates tonight at Kasarani, celebrating African football unity. Harambee Stars player Boniface Muchiri plans to build his mother a house with team earnings, highlighting family support behind his KDF promotion.
Harambee Stars players will pay 1 million shillings for affordable housing units following their CHAN 2024 performance. Meanwhile, Sudan and Senegal battle for bronze in the tournament. Cricket Kenya has launched a new T20 League worth 255 million shillings, honoring World Cup legends as ambassadors.
Poa Internet secures 517 million Kenyan Shillings from Finnfund to expand affordable broadband, addressing Kenya's digital divide. Meanwhile, Westcon-Comstor and Microsoft partner to boost cloud adoption and AI solutions in Sub-Saharan Africa.
A fuel tanker exploded on the Nairobi-Nyeri highway near Marua. Meanwhile, Kenyan businesses face new tariffs on US exports after President Trump scrapped an exemption, raising concerns as AGOA's expiry on September 30, 2025, looms. However, Presidents Ruto and Museveni resolved trade barriers between Kenya and Uganda. The government suspended exhumations at a Kilifi cult site as death toll reached 37. President Ruto announced the government will pay Social Health Authority contributions for poor Kenyans. The UFAA issued a 30-day notice for 193 Kenyans to claim dormant assets. IEBC will resume voter registration next month, ahead of the 2027 General Election. The CA and police are cracking down on unlicensed courier services, arresting five in Mombasa.
The Senate voted to acquit Kericho Governor Erick Mutai, allowing him to survive a second impeachment attempt by the Kericho County Assembly in less than a year. Following the acquittal, Governor Mutai called for unity among Kericho leaders for the sake of development and the growth of the county. He extended an olive branch to Members of the County Assembly (MCAs) who had supported his ouster. However, the Governor also criticized the County Assembly Speaker, Patrick Mutai, and rebel MCAs for engaging in disruptive politics. This marks the second time Governor Mutai has overcome an impeachment motion initiated by the county assembly.
Kenyan businesses face a significant blow after US President Donald Trump scrapped the 'de minimis' tariff exemption for small packages valued under $800 (Ksh103,600). This decision means these packages will now be subject to tariffs and taxes, impacting small business owners who ship to the US. In a separate development, Kenya's preferential trade access via the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is set to expire on September 30, 2025, a situation that could devastate the country's apparel manufacturing sector. Furthermore, the Trump administration has announced stricter measures against foreigners, including Kenyans, traveling to the United States primarily to give birth, a move that will lead to visa denials for individuals identified with such intentions.
Kericho Governor Eric Mutai survived a second impeachment attempt, a development that prompted reactions from Kenyans. According to reports, the governor narrowly escaped the proceedings after an interview in the Senate. Following this close call, he was welcomed by his supporters in Kericho County. Governor Mutai has since pledged to significantly improve service delivery to the residents of Kericho. He also publicly admitted to imperfections, highlighting a belief in second chances.
President William Ruto announced that one thousand hospitals will face prosecution for fraudulently attempting to benefit from the Social Health Authority (SHA). In the wake of the scandal, which involves the suspension of 1,300 hospitals, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has stated he will not resign despite calls from some Members of Parliament. Duale also said action would be taken against looters of SHA funds. In response, Kitutu Masaba MP Clive Gisairo announced plans to initiate impeachment proceedings against the CS. The controversy has also impacted services, with St Mary's Mumias Hospital closing its doors due to alleged unpaid dues from the SHA.
Victims have testified before the National Assembly Health Committee in Eldoret about being deceived into an alleged kidney trafficking business. During the sessions, they told MPs they were tricked into donating kidneys for financial compensation. Two victims, Emmanuel Kipkosgei and Amon Kipruto, recounted how they were promised payments for their kidneys. Other victims linked the alleged illegal trade to Mediheal Hospital in Eldoret, claiming their IDs were altered to falsely connect them to transplant recipients and that they received inadequate compensation.
Jackson Kuria, also known as Cop Shakur, has stepped down from the FBI Movement activist group he co-founded, leaving leadership to Patrick Osoi and Hiram Kimathi. Separately, singer Bahati addressed the controversy over his unfulfilled Ksh1 million pledge to the Harambee Stars, claiming the amount is insignificant to him. VJ Patelo has also responded to a viral video showing his wife, Diana, slapping him publicly at a nightclub weeks after their wedding. The incident, which was captured at a nightclub, has ignited a social media debate. Meanwhile, actress Kate Actress is on a romantic vacation in Thailand with her boyfriend, Michael Mwangi, amidst rumors of his infidelity.
Morocco is set to chase a record third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title against first-time finalists Madagascar on Saturday at Nairobi's Kasarani stadium. The CHAN 2024 finals at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi culminated in a vibrant closing ceremony featuring musical performances by Tanzanian songbird Zuchu and Savara. Due to the event, police announced road closures for Thika Road starting at 6 AM. The event drew massive crowds, impacting traffic and boosting local businesses. The tournament was co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, and concluded after a successful run despite initial delays.
