Kenya Railways Corporation is set to introduce new luxury first-class coaches for the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) by July 2026, aiming to provide a premium travel experience.

• The new coaches will feature onboard Wi-Fi, first-class dinner service, fully reclining seats with personal entertainment screens, and onboard bathing facilities.
• This upgrade by Kenya Railways aims to mirror the comfort of SGR Premium Class and is similar to business-class travel on airlines.
• The introduction of these luxury coaches coincides with ongoing work on the SGR extension project from Naivasha through Kisumu to Malaba.

The National Water Harvesting and Storage Authority (NWHSA) is urging for heightened innovation and collaboration to expedite water infrastructure development across Kenya.

• Key initiatives aim to strengthen water security, boost food production, and build climate resilience.
• NWHSA CEO Julius Mugun challenged staff to develop practical solutions for expanding water harvesting and storage capacity, referencing the significant impact of floods in cities like Nairobi.
• The authority emphasizes proactive project planning and design, suggesting that securing funding should follow the identification and design of viable water projects.

The Mombasa Northern Bypass project is advancing towards its next phase after feasibility and due diligence studies, with potential implementation under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.

• Feasibility and due diligence studies are progressing, moving the 27.1 km road project closer to implementation.
• Key stakeholders include the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA), Africa50, and the Public Private Partnerships Directorate (PPPD).
• The bypass aims to alleviate traffic congestion and improve logistics efficiency in Mombasa by connecting the Mombasa–Nairobi Highway and the Mombasa–Malindi Road.