President William Ruto has pledged a commitment to peace and stability ahead of the 2027 General Election, addressing concerns about violence and property destruction often associated with demonstrations.

• The Kenyan government is cracking down on "goons" who exploit the right to protest, aiming to ensure peaceful elections.
• Key attendees at the event included Uganda Vice-President Jessica Alupo and Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi.
• The President also highlighted government projects in Busia County, including healthcare initiatives and infrastructure development, with a focus on inter-regional cooperation.

The Kenyan government has officially refuted claims that its defence cooperation with the United Kingdom has ended, specifically addressing the status of the British Army Training Unit Kenya (BATUK).

• The Kenyan Government clarified that the defence partnership with the United Kingdom remains intact, denying any termination of operations for BATUK.
• Key involvement from Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, whose office issued the statement.
• The ongoing Kenya-United Kingdom Defence Cooperation Agreement is currently undergoing the prescribed parliamentary process.