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Ruto launches National Ambulance Dispatch Centre in Nairobi

President William Ruto officially launched the National Ambulance Dispatch Centre and the 922 emergency line in Nairobi, describing the new system as one that will work in every corner of Kenya. He previously launched a single national toll-free medical emergency line aimed at transforming emergency healthcare access. However, healthcare workers continue industrial action across multiple counties, with patients in Kakamega urging the government to resolve the nurses strike. The Kenya Union of Nurses called for urgent dialogue to end the ongoing nationwide strike, while nurses and doctors in Nyamira County were advised to immediately end their strike and return to work.

Kakamega High, Yala book boys' football final

Kakamega High School and St. Mary's Yala are set to clash in the boys' football final of the Kenya Secondary Schools Sports Association National Term Two Ball Games, with all finals scheduled to take place at the M-Pesa Foundation Academy. Over 4,700 talented young chess players from more than 30 counties gathered for the National Schools Chess Championship, demonstrating their strategic prowess and competing for prestigious titles. Nairobi is hosting the inaugural Hockey 5s Youth Africa Cup, a three-day tournament featuring fierce competition in both boys' and girls' Under-18 categories. Gor Mahia FC reached the CECAFA Kagame Cup final after a thrilling penalty shootout and will face Rayon Sports in the championship match.

DPP charges CEOs of KCB, NCBA and Coop Bank over alleged Sh363m fraud scheme

The Chief Executive Officers of three major Kenyan banks (KCB Bank, NCBA Bank, and Cooperative Bank) are facing fraud charges related to an alleged Sh363 million scheme, expected to appear in court on Tuesday. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions approved charges against three top bank executives accused of failing to report suspicious transactions linked to a significant fraud case. A tribunal has separately ordered Kenya Union of Savings and Credit Co-operatives (Kuscco) to refund Sh489 million to Mhasibu Sacco Society Limited, exacerbating the umbrella organization's existing financial challenges. The Director-General of the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK), David Kemei, identified cartels and unscrupulous businesspeople as the primary threat to Kenya's business environment.

Gachagua denies coalition with weak parties

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has stated he will not engage in coalition talks with political parties that lack a solidified political base in the Mount Kenya region. He refuted claims that he urged other opposition leaders to dissolve their parties and join his, instead advising them to concentrate on strengthening their own political entities. The Democracy for the Citizens Party leader is advocating for unity within the opposition following internal disagreements, having softened his stance on smaller opposition parties in the Mt Kenya region. Leaders from the National Restoration Movement have strongly condemned the increasing political violence during campaign rallies across the country.

Chief Justice Koome announces new courts in Kakamega and Mumias

Chief Justice Martha Koome announced the establishment of new courts in Kakamega and Mumias to improve justice services, highlighting that only 17% of Bungoma residents seek justice in formal courts, with significant reliance on alternative dispute resolution. The Speaker of the National Assembly, Wetang'ula, stated that the National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) must remain active throughout the year, not just during elections. The Isaaq and Harti communities in Isiolo are appealing to the President for protection against alleged oppression by the National Land Commission (NLC), claiming displacement from over 70 acres of land.

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