The Kenyan government is under scrutiny for spending Ksh4 billion on a maize flour subsidy program in FY 2022/23 without parliamentary approval, an action raising concerns about the misuse of public funds. In addition, former Chief Justice David Maraga strongly criticized President William Ruto's economic management, accusing him of escalating the national debt without tangible benefits for Kenyans. Mumias East MP Peter Salasya also launched an attack on President Ruto, accusing him of paralyzing county governments by withholding funds. Salasya claims the government's rollout of the Electronic Government Procurement (EGP) system has halted essential services.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja informed the Senate Committee on Devolution that City Hall's inherited pending bills have decreased by Sh32 billion over three years, from Sh118 billion to Sh86 billion. He also highlighted significant improvements in own-source revenue collection. In other matters, Sakaja has called for an immediate end to the Rural Electrification levy on city residents, arguing it hinders urban development and that funds should be redirected to improve street lighting in Nairobi. The governor is also demanding that the national government hand over control and revenue collection of the Nairobi National Park to Nairobi County, citing precedents set with other counties.

A campaign rally in Narok led by Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua was disrupted by police who fired teargas. On November 24, chaos erupted as Gachagua, wearing a helmet, entered Narok town before officers dispersed the crowd. Ahead of the Mbeere North by-election on Thursday, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged heightened security and vowed firm action against any attempts to disrupt the polls. In relation to a separate election, Gachagua has demanded the immediate removal of all presiding officers for Thursday’s Magarini Constituency by-election, accusing IEBC Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat Abdallah of interference. The upcoming by-elections also prompted the Media Council of Kenya (MCK) to warn journalists against publishing unverified opinion polls. For the Mbeere North race, the UDA candidate Leo Wa Muthende was notably absent from an aspirants' debate on November 23.

President William Ruto has traveled to Luanda, Angola, to attend the 7th African Union–European Union Summit and the Second Session of the Ad Hoc Oversight Committee on African Union Institutional Reform. The president departed for Angola hours after a meeting with Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni. His visit to Angola will focus on reviewing cooperation and addressing funding gaps. Separately, Kenya has secured duty-free access for its agricultural produce and beef to the Malaysian market. This followed an agreement between President Ruto and Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The agreement was part of a landmark 60-year partnership deal forged on Monday, January 24, 2025, which eliminates trade barriers and enhances cooperation across multiple sectors.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki revealed that Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua secured the running mate position for William Ruto in 2022 through alleged blackmail, stating Gachagua threatened a last-minute walkout from UDA. Separately, Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua has made accusations concerning the upcoming Magarini Constituency by-election scheduled for November 27, 2025. Gachagua accused Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat Abdallah of interfering in the election and sent a letter to the IEBC chairperson. He also accused the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) of a secret plot to rig the polls. ODM leaders have strongly refuted Gachagua's allegations, dismissing them as fear-mongering tactics.

The World Bank has warned that Kenya's increasing domestic borrowing is significantly limiting credit access for the private sector, which could hinder investment and job creation. Amid this warning, Consolidated Bank Group reported a notable turnaround, achieving a Sh94.7 million pre-tax profit in the nine months to September 30, 2025. This represents a 177 percent rebound from a loss in the previous year. In a separate financial matter, a third suspect, Stephen Juma Ndeda, has been charged in Kenya over a money-laundering scheme exceeding Sh103 million. The case involves an American investor allegedly defrauded while seeking a loan. In response to the economic climate, the 5th Abojani Economic Empowerment Conference urged Kenyans to adopt an "ownership economy" by investing in productive assets for long-term wealth.

President William Ruto has announced that the extension of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) from Naivasha, Kenya, to Kampala, Uganda, will begin in early 2026. This joint project, which will extend to Rwanda and DR Congo, aims to bolster regional trade. In another development, Kenya Power launched an automated meter reading system using Optical Character Recognition (OCR) technology to improve billing accuracy and efficiency. This initiative is meant to minimize human error from manual data entry. Meanwhile, a legal challenge has emerged over funding for the Rironi–Mau Summit Highway project. An Advocate of the High Court is calling on the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) to stop the government from using Ksh72 billion in pension funds from the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) for the project.

Amazon has rebranded its satellite internet initiative as Amazon Leo, launching a new hardware lineup to compete with Starlink. Its flagship Leo Ultra antenna emphasizes enterprise reliability and offers faster upload speeds. In a separate update, Zoho launched a significant upgrade to its Zoho One platform, introducing a redesigned interface and expanded AI capabilities. The changes are meant to streamline business operations. Similarly, Qlik has introduced new features to its Qlik Talend Cloud platform. The additions are aimed at improving data quality and integration through AI and enhanced API capabilities, making trusted data more accessible for businesses.

Malaysia's Prime Minister, Anwar Ibrahim, conducted an official visit to Kenya, where he received full military honors at State House. During the visit, Kenya and Malaysia signed several trade agreements, including a four-year trade pact and another to facilitate the export of Kenyan agricultural produce. The two nations are joining forces to enhance trade and boost their tourism sectors. President William Ruto announced that Kenya will follow the economic models of Malaysia to boost its economy. Prime Minister Ibrahim praised President Ruto's affordable housing program, highlighting it as an example of leadership dedicated to uplifting vulnerable communities.

The death toll from a road accident in Ngoluni, Makueni County, has risen to seven people. The incident occurred on Friday night into Saturday morning in Tawa, Makueni County. The toll tragically increased after an eight-year-old boy succumbed to his injuries. One family lost four relatives in the tragic road accident.

The High Court in Kenya has temporarily halted the demolition of houses and structures in the Makongeni area of Nairobi, providing a reprieve for residents facing eviction. The court's decision came after a legal challenge was launched by those affected by the planned demolitions. The affected residents argued that the government did not follow proper procedures for the demolitions it had ordered.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of interfering in the Magarini by-election in Kilifi County. In response, the IEBC assured Rigathi Gachagua of a free and fair election on Thursday and issued a stern warning against inflammatory remarks. Separately, pandemonium erupted in Narok County after DP Gachagua was reportedly blocked while en route to campaign for his party's candidate in the Narok Town Ward by-election.