The Kenyan government has confirmed a cybersecurity incident targeting the official website of President William Ruto, leading to its temporary shutdown for investigation and restoration.

• Website defaced with messages demanding a ransom in Bitcoin equivalent to approximately Ksh.41 million.
• The Ministry of Information, Communications and the Digital Economy and the ICT Authority are leading the response.
• Officials reassure the public that no sensitive government information has been compromised and government systems remain secure.

The Supreme Court has upheld tax waivers granted to Japanese companies, consultants, and employees involved in major infrastructure projects in Kenya, dismissing an appeal that challenged their legality.

• The ruling validates exemptions stemming from bilateral financing agreements signed between 2007 and 2020.
• Key institutions involved include the Supreme Court, the National Assembly, the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA), and the Attorney General.
• The court found that the process complied with the law applicable at the time the agreements were concluded, referencing earlier constitutional provisions.

South Africa is using Kenyan President William Ruto's recent state visit as evidence to counter claims of international isolation due to xenophobia allegations.

• South Africa's Presidential Spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, highlighted President Ruto's June 3-5, 2026 state visit as proof the country is not a 'pariah state'.
• The South African government faces criticism over recent xenophobic violence that led to the repatriation of over 400 Kenyans.
• The visit aimed to strengthen diplomatic ties, expand trade and investment, and discuss regional security, though it also drew attention to President Ruto's use of leased aircraft.