A significant blow to President William Ruto's privatization efforts occurred as the High Court in Nairobi temporarily halted the sale of the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC). This conservatory order prevents the National Treasury from disposing of any KPC shares pending further court proceedings.

• Justice Bahati Mwamuye issued the temporary injunction on Friday morning.
• The order specifically restrains the Respondents from offering for sale any shares of the Kenya Pipeline Company.
• The next key date for responses from the Respondents and Interested parties is August 22, 2025.