The Inspector General has warned that police may resort to live ammunition due to equipment shortages. In other news, the government has announced SACCO reforms, including a deposit guarantee fund, following concerns about mismanagement. Civil servants, including teachers, are demanding salary increases and promotions, threatening industrial action if their Collective Bargaining Agreements are not honoured. While delayed payments for 2025 exam personnel are attributed to budgetary constraints, the Education CS has pledged to fast-track these payments. Several Cabinet Secretaries also made new appointments in various state agencies. Separately, a tragic road crash on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway claimed several lives. KRA faces criticism for charging duty on stolen cargo, specifically coffee, and Kenya is pressing Russia for consular access to Kenyans caught in the Ukraine war.
The Kenyan government attributed the delayed payment of personnel who administered the 2025 national examinations to budgetary and cash flow constraints. Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Migos Ogamba acknowledged concerns from hundreds of supervisors, invigilators, examiners, and security personnel regarding their unpaid allowances. CS Julius Ogamba has since promised to fast-track payments for all staff involved. Separately, the Kenya Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) has issued demands to the government concerning outstanding labour agreements, specifically the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), warning of potential industrial action.
Rival factions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) held parallel rallies, signaling escalating tensions. One rally, led by Dr. Oburu Oginga’s "Linda Ground" faction, was planned for Siaya, while another by Secretary General Edwin Sifuna’s and Babu Owino’s "Linda Mwananchi" group was held in Kakamega. Heavy police presence and teargas marred Kakamega town as authorities dispersed crowds ahead of the rally at Amalemba Grounds. Tensions ran high as two opposing political factions clashed. Despite police deploying teargas, the rally in Kakamega proceeded with attendees defying dispersal attempts to hear leaders speak.
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The IG has warned police might use live ammunition due to equipment shortages. The government announced SACCO reforms, including a deposit guarantee fund, after concerns over mismanagement. Civil servants, including teachers, demand salary increases and promotions, threatening industrial action if their Collective Bargaining Agreements are not honoured. Delayed payments for 2025 exam personnel are attributed to budgetary constraints, though the Education CS pledges to fast-track payments. Several Cabinet Secretaries also made new appointments in various state agencies. Separately, a tragic road crash on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway killed several people. KRA faces criticism for charging duty on stolen cargo, specifically coffee, while Kenya is pressing Russia for consular access to Kenyans caught in the Ukraine war.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued warnings for heavy rainfall across various regions of Kenya. The advisory forecasts intensified rain from Saturday afternoon to Tuesday evening, affecting areas including the Lake Victoria Basin, Rift Valley, Highlands East and West of the Rift Valley, and Nairobi. The alert, which also covers Kiambu and 20 other counties, warns of moderate to heavy rainfall, isolated storms, and potential flooding in prone areas. In response to the weather, MOJA Expressway Company issued a cautionary advisory to motorists using the Nairobi Expressway, outlining safety measures to prevent accidents during the rainy season.
Oburu Odinga challenged a faction within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) linked to Edwin Sifuna and Babu Owino to leave the party. Senator Oburu Oginga stated that while the party is ready to negotiate policies, members uncomfortable with ODM are free to leave. Concurrently, a political rally in Kakamega led by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, called the Linda Mwananchi rally, proceeded despite police warnings. The event was briefly disrupted by tear gas shortly after it began, causing chaos among supporters. However, the crowds were largely unmoved, and Sifuna urged them to remain as the rally ultimately continued after a short pause.
The Employment and Labour Relations Court in Nakuru has halted the national elections for the Kenya Union of Domestic, Hotels, Educational Institutions, Hospitals and Allied Workers (KUDHEIHA). The ruling cited alleged constitutional violations and intimidation tactics, with a petition naming current Secretary-General Albert Njeru. In another governance-related matter, the Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA) has advocated for merit-based appointments to the National Land Commission (NLC) to bolster land governance. These events occur against a backdrop of regulatory challenges in the country, where legal Internet Service Providers (ISPs) face significant hurdles from regulatory asymmetry and competition from illegal operators.
The Kenya National Police DT SACCO reported significant financial growth in 2025, with total assets reaching Sh66.6 billion and distributing Sh4.1 billion to its members. In business developments, Savannah Honey has launched what it calls Africa’s first structured bee venom marketplace in Kenya. This initiative aims to tap into the lucrative $438 million (Sh70.08 billion) global venom extracts market, positioning Kenya as a key supplier for pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. Separately, the Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) launched a Sh70 million wholesale financing facility. This facility is designed to support livestock value chains and boost credit access for MSMEs in West Pokot and Turkana counties.
Oburu Oginga has told residents of Siaya that ODM aims to secure significant political power by 2027 and is seeking the Deputy President position in upcoming elections following discussions with the United Democratic Alliance. Busia County Woman MP Catharine Omonyo has announced she will contest for a position within ODM at the National Delegates Conference. A faction of ODM called 'Linda Mwananchi', led by Senator Edwin Sifuna and Siaya Governor James Orengo, held a rally in Kakamega County to criticize President Ruto's administration. The rally at Amalemba Grounds was disrupted by teargas but Sifuna defiantly declared the meeting would continue.
Police have arrested three suspected armed robbers believed to be targeting high-end liquor stores in the Karen and Rongai areas, recovering stolen alcohol valued at Sh3 million. In a separate incident in Bahati, Nakuru County, four members of a family are under investigation for allegedly conspiring to murder a 73-year-old man. Meanwhile, a notorious robber in Mombasa, Dennis Munyoki, has reformed and returned to school after narrowly escaping death. Following this, 13 other individuals have surrendered to authorities.
Protests have erupted in Moyale against the issuance of 74 gold mining licenses. In Kitengela, Kajiado county, ongoing clashes over the county's decision to relocate traders resulted in two women being shot and injured. The violence, which was in its third day, involved traders, Kajiado county askaris, and police officers. Separately, chaos disrupted leadership elections at Chaaria Market in Meru. This incident has caused uncertainty for the local traders and community.
The 2026 Magical Kenya Open (MKO) is in progress, with Niklas Lemke of Sweden and Casey Jarvis of South Africa leading after Day 1 at the Karen Country Club, both scoring eight under par 62. Njoroge Kibugu is the best-placed local Kenyan player. Concurrently, the Nairobi Region Term One school games are underway, with teams competing for spots in the national championships. Former regional girls’ basketball champions Parklands Arya are participating in the Westlands Sub-County contest. In a separate event, the second leg of the Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) Men’s National League kicked off at Kasarani Indoor Arena. In these matches, Kenya Army, Equity Bank, and KPA secured wins. Kenya Army defeated National Youth Service (NYS) 3-1.
A group of Nyanza leaders have publicly endorsed President William Ruto's 2027 re-election campaign, citing the potential for continued infrastructure development in the Lake Region. President Ruto also appealed to Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) to support his development agenda, promising his best efforts for Kenya's prosperity and emphasizing the need for a strong partnership. However, Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused President William Ruto of neglecting his Rift Valley political base. Gachagua claims the president is favoring the Nyanza region instead.
