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2 storiesDahabshiil CEO urges the US and UK to include Africa in their tech deals. Luxury retailer Harrods announced an IT breach, with customer names and contact details stolen.
Health CS Duale launched a maternal health campaign, while CJ Koome appointed 129 judicial officers for small claims courts. Following an ambulance accident, a lobby group wants stricter laws for emergency vehicle drivers. The NLC issued land acquisition notices for Nairobi and Taita Taveta road projects. Gachagua claims Sifuna's new alliance is part of Raila's plan, as former adviser Kuria predicts a 2027 presidential runoff. KEPSHA seeks more funding for special education. Russia denies recruiting Kenyans for the Ukraine war, despite 22 rescues. The Baby Pendo case was moved to Kisumu, raising concerns from rights groups.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made accusations against President William Ruto and Members of Parliament. Speaking at a PCEA service in Ongata Rongai, Gachagua accused President Ruto of alleged widespread land allocations to political allies, vowing to revoke irregular titles. Separately, he accused MPs and local leaders of shortchanging Kenyans who attend meetings at State House, warning citizens to negotiate directly for promised tokens. In a different event, Public Service Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku accused former President Uhuru Kenyatta of inciting Kenyans against the Kenya Kwanza administration. Ruku urged the former president to cease partisan politics while also defending the current government's record, especially its health initiatives.
Former Chief Justice David Maraga declared his intention to run for president, stating that Kenya is moving in the wrong direction under President Ruto's leadership. Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka also said President Ruto has failed in his leadership. In response to accusations from former President Uhuru Kenyatta regarding alleged shortcomings, allies of President Ruto have hit back. Kenya Kwanza leaders accused the former president of being responsible for the country's current state. Another report states that President Ruto's allies slammed the former president.
Nairobi United has advanced to the second round of the CAF Confederation Cup after securing a 1-1 draw against Uganda’s National Enterprises Corporation (NEC) at Nyayo Stadium. In the CAF Champions League, Kenya Police is set to face Mogadishu City in the return leg, holding a strong 3-1 aggregate lead from the first match. Coach Etienne Ndayiragije has warned his team against complacency. Meanwhile, the Rising Starlets face a crucial home match against Ethiopia on Sunday at 3pm in the second leg of the 2026 Fifa Under-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers. Following a 1-1 stalemate in the first leg in Addis Ababa, the Kenyan team must secure a win at Ulinzi Sports Complex to advance. A victory would keep them in contention for one of Africa's four slots to the global event in Poland.
The Kenyan government plans to continue using its e-procurement system, despite a court order allowing the use of both electronic and manual methods. In health, the Ministry of Health has initiated the registration of inmates into the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) in response to the increasing burden of disease within penal institutions. Separately, real estate stakeholders in Kenya have voiced their support for the government's initiative to digitize title deeds. This move is aimed at facilitating the government's ambitious affordable housing project.
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Gachagua accuses President Ruto of land grabbing and MPs of shortchanging Kenyans, vowing to revoke irregular titles if elected. CS Ruku meanwhile criticizes Uhuru Kenyatta for incitement. Gen Z voters plan mass registration to influence 2027 polls.
Football sees mixed results as Nairobi United advances in CAF Conf. Cup, Kenya Police maintain lead in CAF Champions League, and Gor Mahia win in SportPesa Premier League while Tusker falters. Rising Starlets face a crucial World Cup qualifier against Ethiopia. Meanwhile, sports fans criticize a lenient sentence for a doping peddler.
Health CS Duale launched "No Woman Should Die While Giving Life" to curb maternal deaths. CJ Koome appointed 129 judicial officers to small claims courts for faster justice. Following an ambulance accident, a lobby group seeks stricter laws for emergency vehicle drivers. The NLC issued land acquisition notices for road projects in Nairobi and Taita Taveta. Gachagua claims Sifuna's new alliance is part of Raila's plan to exploit the government. Former adviser Kuria predicts a 2027 presidential runoff. KEPSHA calls for increased capitation for special education schools. Russia denies recruiting Kenyans for the Ukraine war, even as authorities rescue 22 individuals. The Baby Pendo case was transferred to Kisumu, with rights groups decrying delays.
