President William Ruto has traveled to Baku, Azerbaijan, to represent Kenya at the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). The forum will focus on addressing the global housing crisis and seeking partnerships for urban renewal projects in Kenya.

• Kenya's invitation to WUF13 is in recognition of its progress and leadership in affordable housing and sustainable urban development.
• Key attendees include governments, investors, development partners, cities, and civil society groups, convened by UN-Habitat.
• President Ruto aims to foster global partnerships and investments for Kenya's affordable housing program.

Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announced emergency talks with President William Ruto to address soaring fuel prices following threats of a nationwide strike by transport operators.

• The latest fuel price review saw Super Petrol increase by Ksh16.65 per litre and Diesel by Ksh46.29 per litre.
• Key players include the Treasury, President William Ruto, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), and various transport operator unions.
• Motivations for the meeting stem from growing public frustration and planned nationwide protests beginning Monday, May 18.

President William Ruto has traveled to Baku, Azerbaijan, to attend the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13). Kenya aims to showcase its Affordable Housing Programme as a successful model for sustainable urban development.

• Kenya will highlight its housing programme's impact on informal settlements, job creation, and entrepreneurship.
• The forum is convened by UN-Habitat, with Kenya's President serving as the global champion for adequate housing.
• On the sidelines, engagements will include bilateral talks with President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan, focusing on cooperation in energy, ICT, and infrastructure, followed by a state visit to Kazakhstan.