Gachagua Defends Uhuru After Convoy Attack in Nakuru: Chaos erupted when a convoy carrying Rigathi Gachagua, former Deputy President, was attacked with stones and vandalized in Kaptembwo, Nakuru West Sub County. During the incident, Gachagua publicly slammed President William Ruto while defending former President Uhuru Kenyatta. This confrontation follows resurfacing tensions between Ruto and Kenyatta after Kenyatta rejected Ruto's Beyond Vision 2030 Plan. Separately, Gachagua, now leader of the Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), dismissed President Ruto's assertion that his coalition must win the 2027 General Election, labeling it wishful thinking. The three related stories highlight the deepening political rift between the Ruto administration and former allies.

St Joseph's Kitale, Nyamira Girls, Ng'iya Girls Win Hockey Openers in Tanzania: Kenyan champions in hockey, St Joseph's Kitale, Nyamira Girls, and Ng'iya Girls, secured dominant opening victories at the Federation of East Africa Schools Sports Associations (FEASSA) games in Morogoro, Tanzania. At the same tournament, Kenyan national volleyball champions Kesogon Girls School and Chesamisi Boys also kicked off the 2026 East Africa games with dominant victories. Meanwhile, Kisii School and Upper Hill School launched their title defenses strongly in rugby 15s at the East Africa rugby competition in Morogoro, Tanzania, continuing the pattern of Kenyan schools starting their campaigns with commanding performances.

Justice Sector, Media Create Framework to Combat 2027 Election Misinformation: Communication officials from Kenya's justice sector and media practitioners have collaborated to combat misinformation and disinformation ahead of the 2027 elections. The National Liberal Party has separately announced its readiness to align with either the Government or the Opposition in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election, asserting its independence and commitment to safeguarding the interests of the Ukambani region. Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the government of failing to protect him after his convoy was allegedly attacked by armed individuals in Nakuru, with police reportedly standing by as his convoy was pelted with stones. JSC Develops Rules for Disciplining Judges Without Removal: The Judicial Service Commission is developing new rules to hold judges accountable for misconduct that falls short of removal from office. In a separate development, a primary school teacher in Kilifi County has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for abusing his position of authority to pursue a sexual relationship with a pupil. The Kenya Revenue Authority is also addressing taxpayer issues with its iTax system just days before the August 20 deadline for filing July VAT returns. Ruto Intensifies Political Attacks on Former President Uhuru: Opposition leaders Kalonzo Musyoka, Rigathi Gachagua, and Dr. Fred Matiang'i have accused President William Ruto of unfairly targeting retired President Uhuru Kenyatta in his ongoing political disputes. President Ruto has intensified these attacks, labeling Uhuru as an opposition sponsor. Meanwhile, reports indicate Uhuru is preparing to open his wallet for the 2027 election, with Ruto fighting back against this development. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has urged for peaceful politics as the 2027 battle gathers pace.