President William Ruto has announced a delay in the implementation of free university and college education, pushing the start date to the January 2027 semester.

• The new funding model, which aims to cover students in universities, TVET institutions, colleges, and the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC), was initially slated for September 2026.
• Key individuals involved include President William Ruto and Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Oganmba.
• The delay is likely attributed to ongoing parliamentary deliberations on the Tertiary Placement and Funding Bill 2026, which contains the free university proposal.

President William Ruto has assured Kajiado residents that Amboseli National Park will soon be fully under their management, despite a temporary court injunction.

• The park's transfer to Kajiado County management is anticipated by the end of 2026.
• President William Ruto expressed confidence that legal challenges will not derail the transfer.
• During a development tour, the President also announced significant infrastructure projects and the closure of Tata Chemicals at Lake Magadi.