President Ruto affirmed e-procurement's irreversible rollout, daring resistant civil servants to resign, a move governors vow to challenge legally. In other news, land compensation for Muhuru Pier will proceed. The Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority (UFAA) is set to disburse funds within 30 days. KUPPET has warned of school disruptions if capitation funds aren't released next month. Meanwhile, Senator Sifuna seeks to oust CS Duale over alleged SHA fraud, even as Duale announced a new deal with private insurers to deregister fraudulent hospitals. Finally, LSK demands action on surging abductions and harassment targeting lawyers.
A political power struggle is brewing in Kiambu, Mt. Kenya, involving President William Ruto, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and former President Uhuru Kenyatta. These leaders are vying for political control of the significant Kiambu region, which is critical for future Mt Kenya votes. In a separate development, former Deputy President Gachagua has accused the government of silence regarding what he claims are foreign troops occupying parts of Mandera. Gachagua stated this has led to five deaths and displacement. His concerns follow similar ones raised by Governor Mohamed Khalif regarding Jubaland troops in the area.
Online cab drivers threaten strike over exploitation by companies like Uber and Bolt. The African Angel Academy trains investors to bridge a 25 trillion shillings startup funding gap. Mombasa wins a global award for road safety efforts. Britam's half-year profit drops due to higher claims.
Kasarani hosts the CHAN 2024 final tonight, celebrating African football and unity. Harambee Stars player Boniface Muchiri plans to build his mother a house with earnings from the tournament, crediting her support for his success and KDF promotion.
Gachagua claims foreign troops occupy Mandera, while a health sector corruption scandal pits MPs against cartels, with calls for CS Duale's resignation. Meanwhile, Ruto, Gachagua, and Uhuru battle for Kiambu's Mt Kenya votes as Kindiki eyes regional power.
Morocco won the CHAN 2024 final in Nairobi, beating Madagascar 3-2. President Ruto and football body heads congratulated the hosts Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania for a successful tournament. In local sports, KPA beat Equity Bank in basketball playoffs and Kenya's Hit Squad prepares for upcoming boxing championships.
President Ruto affirmed the irreversible rollout of e-procurement to combat corruption, daring resistant civil servants to resign, while governors threaten legal action over the system. The government plans land compensation for Muhuru Pier in Migori and UFAA will disburse unclaimed funds within 30 days. KUPPET warns of school disruptions in September if capitation funds aren't released. Senator Sifuna seeks to oust CS Duale over alleged SHA fraud, while Duale announced a new deal with private insurers to deregister fraudulent hospitals. LSK demands action on surging abductions and harassment targeting lawyers.
Morocco secured their third African Nations Championship (CHAN) title by dramatically defeating Madagascar 3-2 at Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi on Saturday. Oussama Lamlioui scored a brace for the Atlas Lions, including a stunning winner to clinch the championship. Following the victory, President William Ruto and AUC Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf congratulated Morocco, which made history by becoming the first team to win the CHAN title three times. The tournament, co-hosted by Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, was praised as the most successful in its 15-year history by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and CAF President Patrice Motsepe. The final at Kasarani Stadium culminated in a vibrant closing ceremony featuring musical performances by Tanzanian songbird Zuchu and Savara.
President William Ruto has declared that hospitals involved in the Social Health Authority (SHA) fraud will face prosecution. The President announced that one thousand hospitals had their licenses revoked for fraudulently attempting to benefit from the SHA. In addition to license revocation, hospital owners found to have fraudulently benefited from the scheme will be prosecuted. President Ruto has affirmed the government's unwavering commitment to legally prosecuting individuals involved in the SHA rip-off scandal to ensure accountability for the misuse of public funds. This move signals a significant crackdown on corruption within the healthcare sector. Separately, former Interior Cabinet Secretary Dr. Fred Matiangi has publicly criticized the operational structure of the Social Health Authority (SHA).
