President William Ruto concluded a three-day tour of Kajiado County by commissioning and announcing numerous development projects, while also making political overtures in a region traditionally leaning towards the opposition.

• The tour saw the announcement of Sh20 billion investment in 10,000 housing units across Kajiado County.
• Key figures included President William Ruto, Governor Joseph ole Lenku, and several Members of Parliament.
• New investments were announced in roads, including the upgrade of the Karen-Ngong-Kiserian-Ongata Rongai road to a dual carriageway, and water projects, such as the Sh1.3 billion Kiserian-Ongata Rongai Water Supply Project.

A growing power struggle is emerging within President William Ruto’s camp, as top government officials clash with politicians in a supremacy battle that could jeopardize his re-election campaign.

• Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has publicly called for the dismissal of Cooperatives Cabinet Secretary Wycliffe Oparanya, accusing him of orchestrating his downfall.
• In Kajiado County, a rivalry exists between State House Comptroller Katoo Ole Metito and Governor Joseph Ole Lenku, marked by public disagreements and campaign maneuvering.
• The article highlights similar conflicts in the Rift Valley involving Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and other regional leaders, as well as a dispute in Busia between a PS and former CS.