President William Ruto has announced significant enhancements to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Anti-Narcotics Unit as part of a stepped-up campaign against drug trafficking and abuse in Kenya.

• The government plans to increase personnel, provide specialized training, and equip the unit with additional vehicles, including 1,000 police vehicles expected by December.
• The initiative aims to strengthen the capacity of officers to investigate and disrupt drug trafficking networks, particularly along the Coast.
• President Ruto emphasized that while enforcement is crucial, a collective societal effort involving families and religious leaders is also needed to reduce drug demand.

A new bill proposed in Kenya seeks to impose stricter regulations on foreign currency, including hefty penalties for hoarding. The proposed amendments to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) Act aim to curb speculative hoarding that can destabilize the exchange market.

• A potential fine of up to Ksh1 million or up to 10 years in prison for offenders.
• The bill is sponsored by Rongai MP Paul Abuor.
• The National Assembly’s Finance Committee is currently reviewing the CBK(Amendment) Bill, 2026, before it goes to the full House.

A suspected cybercriminal accused of defrauding a local bank and a sacco of millions has been ordered to remain in custody for 36 days after failing to appear in court.

• Linked to a Ksh96 million fraud.
• The suspect was apprehended in Kericho after reportedly absconding court proceedings.
• He failed to comply with bail terms totaling Ksh2 million in two separate cases.