President William Ruto has signed into law the National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) Bill, 2026, a significant move to finance large-scale development projects through an investment-led approach.

• The fund aims to mobilize nearly Sh5 trillion over the next decade for key national projects including highways, railways, and ports.
• Key stakeholders involved include President William Ruto, the National Assembly, and the Treasury Cabinet Secretary.
• The law introduces stringent oversight mechanisms, including parliamentary approval of the fund's Investment Policy and severe penalties for misappropriation of funds.

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has launched a new Instant Fines Traffic Management System that automatically issues traffic violation notifications via SMS to motorists.

• Fines must be paid within seven days through KCB Group branches.
• The system operates automatically without human intervention to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability.
• Failure to pay fines will result in interest charges and prevent access to NTSA service platforms.

The Kisumu port is set to play a larger role in regional trade following a Sh350 million allocation for dredging, enabling it to accommodate bigger vessels amid a surge in cargo traffic.

• Cargo throughput at Kisumu port increased by nearly 50 per cent last year, handling 496,516 tonnes.
• The Treasury and the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) are key stakeholders in this development.
• The port has undergone significant upgrades since 2019, restoring operations after years of challenges and also benefiting from planned improvements to the Standard Gauge Railway.