ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna has intensified his criticism of the Kenya Kwanza government, citing issues ranging from school safety to economic hardship and concerns over public health policy.

• Sifuna referenced the Utumishi Girls School dormitory fire, where 16 students reportedly died due to overcrowding and a locked door.
• The ODM Secretary-General also criticized the government's handling of the economy, highlighting issues faced by local farmers and the potential for Kenya to host Ebola patients.
• He announced plans to reintroduce a motion for a Senate Select Committee to investigate overcrowding and deteriorating infrastructure in public boarding schools.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has strongly criticized young politicians for using funeral services as platforms to launch political attacks against senior leaders.

• Wetang’ula rebuked the politicians during the burial of former Nominated MP and Luhya Council of Elders Chairman Mzee Patrick Wangamati in Bungoma County.
• He emphasized that such behavior goes against African cultural values and undermines community unity.
• Speakers like Bungoma Governor Ken Lusaka and Senate Majority Leader David Wakoli also urged restraint and respect from aspiring leaders.

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has officially abandoned its 'Linda Ground' slogan and rebranded to 'ODM Tuko Tayari'. The decision was announced by Party Chairperson Gladys Wanga during a consultative meeting in Nyanza.

• The shift is attributed to the ' Linda Mwananchi' faction's alleged hijacking of the 'Linda Ground' initiative, causing internal friction.
• Key figures involved include Oburu Oginga, Abdulswamad Nassir, Simba Arati, Gladys Wanga, Junet Mohamed, and James Orengo.
• Political commentators cite funding issues, lack of clear messaging, and declining traction as further reasons for the demise of the 'Linda Ground' brand, with polls indicating 'Linda Mwananchi' is significantly more popular.

ODM leaders are fiercely criticizing the proposed 2026 Finance Bill, accusing the Kenya Kwanza administration of excessive public spending and urging MPs to reject it.

• ODM leaders cite KSh18 billion spent by State House annually as an example of "runaway public spending."
• Key figures include ODM Deputy Party Leader Godfrey Osotsi, ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna, and Embakasi East MP Babu Owino.
• The leaders warn that any MP supporting the Finance Bill will face public backlash, with Osotsi suggesting Gen Z might "occupy their homes."