Parliament has passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers Bill, 2025, paving the way for Kenya's first crypto law. President Ruto is engaging political rivals, including Raila Odinga and Uhuru Kenyatta, on a national vision for Kenya to become a first-world country by 2055. President Ruto also announced a new Nairobi development deal, likened to the NMS, with Governor Sakaja donating five acres for a church and Ruto pledging 50 million shillings. In other news, a whistleblower alleges the Kenya Airports Authority spent 243 million shillings on legal fees for the JKIA Adani deal. Police have arrested a university student for selling fake national examinations.
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has stated that he and President William Ruto will not engage in premature campaigns. He accused opposition politicians of launching early campaigns two years ahead of the next general election. Kindiki emphasized a preference for an agenda focused on development and fulfilling election pledges, dismissing the opposition's activities as a distraction. Meanwhile, opposition leaders held a rally at Makutano Grounds in Kirinyaga County. During the rally, they accused President William Ruto of tribalism, corruption, and failing to deliver on promises. The opposition leaders called for national unity to reject what they termed a "divisive and corrupt regime."
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reportedly softened his stance on Former President Uhuru Kenyatta. In a notable shift, Gachagua now states that Kenyatta is a retired president who deserves a peaceful retirement. This change in tone follows months during which Gachagua had defended the former president against criticism from allies of President William Ruto. Separately, Gachagua has vowed to expose leaders he accuses of betraying the Mt Kenya region by engaging in divisive politics and colluding with 'outsiders'. He also specifically warned that women leaders involved in illegal acts would face the same consequences as men.
Three individuals are missing and a search is underway after a boat capsized at sea during the East Africa Ocean Festival in Mombasa. Following the accident, one body has been recovered. The search for the three missing bodies from what is being called the Mombasa ocean tragedy has now entered its third day. A multi-agency team is continuing the search for the three individuals who drowned in the Indian Ocean. Efforts are still underway to locate the missing persons.
Multiple golf tournaments across Kenya concluded with new champions being named. Doris Mideva won the 2025 Kakamega Ladies Open with a score of 87 gross, an event that saw 64 players participate. At the Sigona Golf Club, Zipporah Gichigi won the 2025 I&N Partners’ Classic Golf Tournament with 40 points. John Lejirima was crowned the 2025 NCBA Nyanza Open Hippo Pot champion at Nyanza Golf Club, marking his third Hippo Pot win with a score of 209. At the Nyali Golf and Country Club, Lumatete Walubengo Muchai emerged as the overall champion of the 2025 Sweet Banana golf tournament, beating 167 other golfers.
Kenya's Eurobond prospectus faces scrutiny for inconsistent IMF program claims, raising questions about financial transparency. Meanwhile, the Trump administration in the US has begun laying off thousands of federal workers amid a government shutdown.
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The IEBC reports only 20,000 new voters registered amid bias claims. Ahead of November by-elections, President Ruto aims to weaken the opposition, campaigning hard to win all seats, while ODM strategizes to avoid embarrassment. Meanwhile, Ruto begins a development tour of Kalonzo Musyoka's Ukambani stronghold.
Cricket Kenya's Manoj Patel and Kennedy Obuya are barred over a 26.7 million shillings scandal. Shujaa and Morans reach Safari Sevens quarters. Kenyan basketball teams miss out on the EABCC title again. Faith Kipyegon wins Athlos NYC Mile.
The National Assembly passed the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Bill, 2025, moving Kenya closer to its first crypto law. President Ruto is engaging political rivals like Raila Odinga and Uhuru Kenyatta on a plan for Kenya to become a first-world country by 2055. Ruto also announced a new deal to overhaul Nairobi, similar to NMS, with Governor Sakaja donating 5 acres for a church and Ruto pledging 50 million shillings. Meanwhile, a whistleblower claims KAA spent 243 million shillings on legal fees for the JKIA Adani deal. Police arrested a university student selling fake national exams.
