Comedian and activist Eric Omondi claims his Gen Z campaign has gathered over 430,000 signatures for a referendum to reduce the number of Kenyan counties.

• Over 430,000 signatures collected towards a referendum goal.
• Initiated by comedian and activist Eric Omondi.
• The proposed referendum aims to cut counties from 47 to eight, eliminating positions like women reps, senators, and Cabinet Secretaries to reduce governance costs.

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula has demanded a retraction and front-page apology from the Standard Group within 48 hours over a story he claims falsely suggested nepotism.

• The article, titled "Broad Based Family", implied several public officials attained their positions due to family ties with the Speaker.
• Speaker Wetang’ula and the Standard Group are the key parties involved.
• Wetang’ula’s lawyers state only one person featured, Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi, is related, and he won his seat through the ballot independently.

The World Bank has approved a loan of KSh97 billion ($750 million) to Kenya to support reforms aimed at strengthening governance, improving financial management, and enhancing anti-corruption efforts.

• A total of KSh97 billion has been allocated, comprising KSh44 billion from the IBRD and KSh53 billion in concessional financing from the IDA.
• The loan supports reforms championed by President Ruto's administration to improve accountability and fiscal sustainability.
• Key initiatives include implementing the Conflict of Interest Act, mandating transactions through the Treasury Single Account, and accelerating an electronic government procurement system.