Kenya's Parliament is set to resume with a packed agenda that includes a significant constitutional review and the consideration of crucial bills. The Senate will consider the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which is aimed at expanding its oversight role, including joint vetting of state officers and having an equal say in budget-making. Concurrently, the National Assembly will address various reports, international agreements, and a substantial legislative agenda. In addition, Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo is set to introduce separate legislation targeting serial Parliament nominees. She argues that repeated nominations undermine the original intent of affirmative action seats as a launching pad for new politicians.

Police in Kisumu have arrested two suspects in connection with the theft of Ksh3 million worth of energy equipment. The suspects allegedly received the stolen items from vandals and resold them for illegal electricity connections. In a separate case, eight students from Litein Boys High School will spend seven days in custody after being arraigned on charges of arson, burglary, and malicious damage to school property. Additionally, detectives apprehended a suspected mastermind behind a series of stupefying and theft incidents that targeted bus passengers. The suspect was arrested at the Mariakani Weighbridge, ending a crime spree across Kenya and neighbouring countries.

The United States has pledged support for the transition of the Kenyan-led Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti just before its October 2 mandate expiry. This pledge follows an appeal from President William Ruto. In response, the US and Panama have introduced a UN Security Council resolution to establish a larger gang-suppression force. Efforts are underway to transition the MSS to this larger UN-backed force. During his visit to New York for the United States-Kenya Business and Investment Roundtable, President Ruto also assured American investors that Kenya is a secure and stable destination for investment.

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has licensed four new capital market players and approved additional investment products to expand Kenya's financial sector. Among the approvals are Etica Capital’s Multi-Asset Fund and the Acorn Build-to-Rent REIT, which aim to diversify financial offerings. Separately, Diamond Trust Bank Kenya announced its plan to sell its entire 83.67% shareholding in DTB Burundi. The stake will be sold to a consortium of primarily Burundian investors. This divestment aligns with DTB's strategy to concentrate on its core markets in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

SunCulture, a Kenyan climate-tech startup, has secured US$5 million in funding from WaterEquity to expand access to its solar-powered water pumps. French sustainable investment firm Mirova has committed up to US$10 million in debt funding to ARC Ride, a Nairobi-based electric mobility startup. This financing, Mirova's first EV deal in Sub-Saharan Africa, will support the deployment of over 600 battery-swapping cabinets. In a separate expansion, Bolt has launched Bolt Send, a new parcel delivery service in Kenya. The service leverages Bolt's ride-hailing app to cater to the country's e-commerce sector.

DStv Kenya experienced an 84.2% year-on-year drop in active subscribers by June 2025, reducing its base to 188,824, while its terrestrial arm, GOtv, saw an almost 89% reduction. This shift comes as Kenya's data usage evolves, with 5G experiencing significant growth and 4G remaining dominant. Despite the surge in data, traditional voice calls and SMS remain resilient, according to the CA's Q4 2024/25 report. In parallel, Kenya's fixed internet subscriptions reached 2.14 million by June 2025. However, access remains an urban luxury with only 0.6% of rural homes connected compared to 17.3% in urban areas, and the country's median download speed is only 15.4 Mbps.

M-KOPA, a fintech firm using pay-as-you-go financing, has surpassed 3 million active daily customers and deployed over $2 billion in credit to micro-entrepreneurs and gig workers across Africa. In its 2024 Sustainability Report, Watu announced it had financed 2,000 EVs and 1.4 million smartphones as part of its ESG initiatives. Meanwhile, Kenya's ARC Ride has secured a $10 million debt financing commitment from Mirova, an affiliate of Natixis Investment Managers. This funding is designated to deploy 600 battery-swapping cabinets and 25,000 batteries, significantly boosting Kenya's electric vehicle infrastructure.

Kenyan content creators Oga Obinna and Presenter Ali admitted their widely publicized online "beef," which began in 2023, was entirely staged as a tactic for increasing engagement. In a separate reveal, content creator Kabi wa Jesus explained he registered his family's first property under his wife Milly Wa Jesus's name to protect their children's future in unforeseen circumstances. Comedian Eric Omondi suggested that the empowerment of women and the resulting shift in traditional gender roles are contributing factors to rising failed marriages. Additionally, controversial Forex trader Kenyan Prince, real name Raymond Omosa, sparked outrage with insensitive comments regarding Kenyans who earn less than KSh 50,000 per month.

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen announced that chiefs in Mandera County and other border counties will be provided with firearms. This measure is intended for self-defense against terrorist threats and to enhance security in these areas. Murkomen also defended police requests for fuel support from the public, clarifying that it is a service necessity and not corruption. He defended his stance that it is acceptable for Kenyans to provide fuel to police officers when needed to enhance public safety. He criticized those who oppose this idea.

Tanzanian music superstar Diamond Platnumz shared advice on Instagram, urging young men to abandon a reckless lifestyle and humorously suggested settling down with one to four wives. Kenyan musician and entrepreneur Akothee has vehemently denied recent TikTok reports claiming she was involved in a road accident while en route to Maasai Mara National Park. Separately, Kenyan rapper King Kaka celebrated his son Iroma's 8th birthday during the live finale of The Next SuperStar Kenya. The event, held on Sunday, September 21, at Nairobi's City Hall, saw the rapper blending his family life with showbiz.

ODM leader Raila Odinga has clarified that there is no agreement for President William Ruto to back his 2027 presidential bid. Odinga also alluded to the possibility of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party fielding its own presidential candidate in the 2027 general election. He further revealed that he was compelled to negotiate with the Kenya Kwanza government. This action was taken to prevent national unrest during last year's anti-government protests.