National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula is pushing for criminal sanctions against governors who repeatedly defy parliamentary summons to account for public funds. This call escalates the ongoing dispute between the governors and Parliament over accountability.

• The speaker warned that governors ignoring summons risk facing legal consequences for failing to explain the use of billions allocated to counties.
• Key figures involved include Moses Wetang’ula, Otiende Amollo (tasked with formulating sanctions), and various governors, including Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja and Samburu Governor Jonathan Lelelit.
• The dispute comes amid recent attempts to arrest governors and backlash from the Council of Governors (CoG), which argues for due process.

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists’ Union (KMPDU) has expressed serious concerns regarding security, staffing, and infrastructure at Ishiara Level IV Hospital in Embu County.

• The union highlighted that healthcare workers were endangered during a community protest on April 14 due to a lack of adequate security provided by the County Government of Embu.
• KMPDU defended the hospital's Medical Superintendent, Dr Anthony Nduva, against allegations of negligence, stating he assumed leadership under difficult circumstances.
• The hospital is reportedly operating with a critical shortage of staff, with only seven doctors, leading to the closure of several essential clinics.

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that significant gains in combating banditry in Baringo County and the North Rift region are paving the way for extensive government development projects.

• Over 854 kilometres of roads are being tarmacked in Baringo County at a cost of 32 billion shillings.
• Deputy President Kithure Kindiki, formerly the Interior Cabinet Secretary, highlighted the restoration of peace after extensive efforts.
• The focus has shifted to developing the region, with ongoing projects including road construction and electrification, such as the Mogotio-Lake Bogoria Road.