A serving police officer accused of possessing an illegal firearm has pleaded not guilty, with his defense team claiming in court that his girlfriend framed him following a bitter domestic and business dispute. Fred Mwela Chebai faces charges of possessing a firearm without a certificate, contrary to Section 4(1) as read with Sections 4(2)(a) and 4(3)(b) of the Firearms Act. The prosecution alleges that on April 10, 2025, in the Ruaka Border area of Kiambu County, officers found Chebai in possession of an Ekol pistol (serial number EP-16114911) without a valid license. Authorities further claim that the circumstances surrounding the weapon’s possession created a reasonable presumption that Chebai intended to use it to breach public order. During cross-examination, court proceedings revealed that the complainant in the case, Grace Wanjiku Wamboi, is Chebai’s girlfriend and had recorded a formal statement with investigating officers. The prosecution contends that Wamboi discovered the pistol hidden inside a shoe and subsequently turned it over to a building caretaker. However, defense attorneys Danstan Omari and Shadrack Wambui disputed this version of events. The defense team argued that Wamboi knew about the firearm beforehand and asserted that Wamboi and Chebai engaged in a physical struggle over the pistol before it ended up in the caretaker’s hands. The defense further told...
Read briefing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna will contest the presidency on a United Democratic Party (UDP) ticket in the upcoming 2027 General Elections, according to Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya. Natembeya cleared the air during a local radio interview on Thursday, September 24, putting to rest persistent speculation that the senator lacked a clear political vehicle amid alleged friction within the Linda Mwananchi Movement. The Trans Nzoia county boss confirmed that Sifuna plans to use the UDP, a political outfit originally associated with former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, following a setback at the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP). The registrar previously rejected the movement’s application to formally rebrand the entity into the Ukombozi People’s Party (UPP). “The party is there; Sifuna’s party is called the United Democratic Party; it is the one that we shall use. When we go to the negotiating table to decide who the presidential candidate will be, I believe it will be Edwin Sifuna,” he said. With the party structure now locked in, Natembeya indicated that Sifuna intends to engage the broader opposition alliance to field a unified challenger against President William Ruto in 2027. “If Sifuna will vie with UDP or the coalition that we are forming, then so be it,” Natembeya added. Opposition Leaders Push Back Against Fracture Claims Addressing lingering rumors abo...
Read briefing Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has issued a 14-day ultimatum to county and Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) engineers and contractors to complete critical drainage and road infrastructure projects as the city accelerates preparations for expected El Niño rainfall. The directive aims to fast-track interventions in documented flood hotspots and strengthen overall urban readiness before the downpours intensify. “We have directed our teams to accelerate the ongoing works, particularly in known flood hotspots, to improve drainage and reduce the risk of flooding ahead of the expected rains,” Sakaja said. Authorities have mapped 227 flood hotspots across Nairobi’s 17 sub-counties, prioritizing the most vulnerable zones to guide emergency response planning and heavy machinery deployment. To fund these operations, the county is executing a Ksh2.4 billion multi-agency flood mitigation framework, allocating Ksh2 billion specifically toward drainage systems and flood-control infrastructure spanning 19 flood-prone thoroughfares. Crews on the ground continue to clear, desilt, widen, and deepen stormwater drains while deploying additional heavy earth-moving equipment to high-risk zones. These targeted measures aim to enhance surface runoff management, prevent road impasses, and safeguard residential and commercial properties. County officials have simultaneously urged communities along rip...
Read briefing The Ministry of Sports has confirmed the settlement of player allowances for the national football team, Harambee Stars, following reports that players boycotted training sessions ahead of their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Eritrea. Sports Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya released a statement on Thursday, September 24, asserting that the ministry maintains consistent support for Harambee Stars and other national squads. The ministry facilitates team preparations, international travel, hotel accommodations, allowances, and technical support during assignments. Ministry officials confirmed that the government has fulfilled its financial commitments regarding previous national team duties, including allowances accrued during international fixtures in Zambia, South Africa, and Turkey, alongside the Under-20 CECAFA assignment in Tanzania. “We wish to clarify that, as of today, the Ministry has honored its financial commitments relating to previous assignments, including allowances for Harambee Stars engagements in Zambia, South Africa, Turkey, the Under-20 CECAFA assignment in Tanzania,” the Ministry stated. Also Read – Benni McCarthy Forced to Leave Kenya After Every Harambee Stars Camp The ministry has also cleared pending salaries for members of the Harambee Stars technical bench, disbursing funds through both the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) and...
Read briefing Detectives investigating the fatal shooting of prominent Nairobi lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu expanded their sweep on Thursday, September 24, apprehending a second suspect in Nairobi’s Central Business District as an intelligence-led operation gathered momentum. Manhunt operations continue across the capital as police search for a third suspect tied to the execution. Sleuths arrested a motorcycle rider following sustained efforts to track individuals who aided the September 9, 2025, ambush. Following his arrest, the rider led officers to his residence in South B, where detectives executed a search. Investigators suspect the rider ferried the main gunman, a serving police officer arrested earlier in the day, to and from the crime scene along Magadi Road as Mbobu drove home to his residence in Bogani, Karen. Both suspects remain in police custody while homicide detectives follow further leads to piece together the planning and execution behind the killing. The probe into Mbobu’s death intersected with another high-profile homicide after detectives analyzed intelligence gathered from suspects detained over the July 29, 2026, murder of clinical psychologist Dr. Victoria Mutiso in Upper Hill. The post Second Suspect Arrested in Mathew Mbobu Murder Probe appeared first on Nairobi Wire.
Read briefing East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has urged young people to question authority and think independently, asserting that even public figures they admire should not be placed beyond scrutiny. Speaking at the Nairobi International Book Fair on Thursday, September 24, Winnie represented the Odinga family as her late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, was posthumously inducted into the Kenya Publishers Association Hall of Fame. She cautioned against elevated reverence, noting that making her father someone immune to critique would contradict the core values he demonstrated throughout his political career. “Question even the people you admire, including Raila Odinga. He spent his life questioning authority. It would be a strange tribute to him if you turned him into somebody who could no longer be questioned,” she said. A Call to Seek Knowledge and Own the Narrative Challenging youth to read beyond basic academic requirements, Winnie framed reading as a vital tool for understanding history and processing personal experiences. “Read because there are people who benefit when you do not know your own history,” Winnie said, adding that literature helps young people recognize that others have navigated similar challenges. “Read because somebody somewhere has already felt that thing you’re going through, that you think you’ve never faced before.” She encoura...
Read briefing Activist Francis Awino has filed an urgent application in the High Court in Nairobi seeking a order of habeas corpus to compel top security officials to produce missing activist Boniface Mulinge Muteti or explain where he is being held. The petition names the Inspector-General of Police, the Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI), and the Attorney-General as respondents, with Muteti listed as an interested party. In the application dated September 24, 2026, Awino asks the court to direct the authorities to produce Muteti’s “physical body” and disclose official records detailing when, where, and under whose authorization security officers arrested and detained him. The application requests that the court order police to present all relevant documentation, including: Arrest records, Occurrence Book (OB) entries, and station diaries Custody logs and charge sheets Warrants, alongside any bond or bail records connected to Muteti Court documents indicate that Muteti was allegedly arrested or abducted on or about September 21, 2026, under unclear circumstances. Awino noted that Muteti was in active communication with associates before going silent, sparking serious concern over his safety. Planned Nairobi March Linked to Activist’s Disappearance Awino links the disappearance to a planned Nairobi demonstration for which organizers formally notified the police on September 16. The pr...
Read briefing Kirinyaga Senator Kamau Murango faced heavy public criticism on Thursday, September 24, following the distribution of women’s undergarments printed with his name and campaign branding across the county. Outraged residents in Kutus town took to the streets to denounce the senator, accusing him of using personal clothing to advance his early campaign for the 2027 gubernatorial seat. Local voters urged Murango to adopt more respectful, meaningful campaign strategies that preserve the dignity of the electorate, suggesting that essential provisions like food supplies or footwear would have been far more appropriate. In addition to criticizing the nature of the gifts, residents accused the senator of encroaching on the mandate of Kirinyaga County Woman Representative Njeri Maina. Protesters pointed out that the items featured National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF) branding, a resource allocated specifically to the Woman Rep’s office. “The Senator’s main responsibility is oversight,” a group of local residents stated during the demonstrations. “He should stick to that instead of being involved in NGAAF projects, which are for the Woman Rep.” Another resident expressed her disappointment, claiming that she had previously held the politician in high regard. “He has failed in his job; that is why he is bringing women underwear. Just imagine underwear. I wish it could be some...
Read briefing Kalonzo Musyoka addresses the congregation at the Seed of Hope Church, Donholm. Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka has strongly dismissed suggestions framing his family as a political dynasty or royal household, insisting that his household embodies servant leadership rooted in humility. Speaking on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at Mama Pauline Kalonzo Girls High School in Kyuso, Kitui County, where he handed over a new school bus to the institution, the former vice president stressed that his family came from humble beginnings. “Cause is apparent, it is my duty to do so. Never imagine this family is a royal family. No,” Kalonzo said. Addressing remarks made during the event, Kalonzo pushed back against attempts to equate his family’s public standing with institutional privilege. “Mwalimu, with all your eloquence, and I know your sense of commitment; this is a family that believes in servant leadership,” he stated. “This is a family from this part of the world, downtrodden, looked down upon, and therefore we are not the royalty. We are just a simple family.” Kalonzo explicitly rejected the idea that his children should be viewed through a royal lens, noting that Kenya’s constitutional setup deliberately avoids monarchical structures. “So, I would never want to hear Kennedy growing up, and Kevin, and Klein, and Damari, to be looked at as royal. Because they’re not,” h...
Read briefing The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved murder charges against a fifth suspect, Kimutai Maritim, in connection with the killing of Dr. Victoria Mutiso. Maritim will face the High Court alongside four co-accused: Rose Mbithe, her daughter Angela Mulwa, her son Chris Mulwa, and Police Constable Elijah Kibelion Kimoi. Following a directive by Justice Alexander Muteti, all five suspects will appear in court for formal plea-taking on September 29, 2026. Authorities arrested Maritim on August 22, 2026, under unusual circumstances at Pangani Police Station. Detectives intercepted him after he arrived attempting to deliver a loaf of bread and a packet of milk to suspects detained in connection with the murder. During subsequent court proceedings, investigators stated that forensic and intelligence links tied Maritim to the planning phases of the murder, adding that his custody could help trace additional suspects who remain at large. Physical Appearance Ordered After Virtual Refusal The scheduled September 29 plea-taking follows a strict directive from Justice Muteti requiring all accused persons to appear physically in the courtroom. The directive came after Rose Mbithe and Angela Mulwa refused to participate in court proceedings virtually from Lang’ata Women’s Prison. A prison officer informed the court: “My lord, the two have refused to appear before court virtually.”...
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Read briefing Kenya has formalized a strategic partnership with global artificial intelligence leader Anthropic to promote responsible AI deployment, cultivate domestic expertise, and leverage emerging technologies for national growth. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei and Elizabeth Kelly from Anthropic’s Beneficial Deployments team finalized the agreement following months of joint planning. The initiative sets up a collaborative framework spanning public sector innovation, skills training, AI safety evaluations, healthcare, and education. The deal ensures that international AI technologies align with Kenyan laws, institutional frameworks, and unique linguistic diversity. Rather than simply importing foreign tech, the operational strategy focuses on co-designing solutions with local bodies, piloting high-impact applications, and building long-term technical capacity within the country. Key figures driving the initiative include Kenya’s Special Envoy for Technology Ambassador Philip Thigo, US Ambassador Courtney O’Donnell, and joint technical advisory teams from both nations. Championing African Agency at UNGA 81 Announced on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York, the deal aligns with President William Ruto’s broader diplomatic push for equitable technology access. Co-chairing the High-Level Artificial Intelligence Middle Powers Coalition along...
Read briefing United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has thrown weight behind President William Ruto’s ongoing push for permanent African representation on the UN Security Council, calling the continent’s continued exclusion unjust and indefensible. Speaking on Wednesday during the 81st session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 81) in New York, Guterres stated that the current composition of the Security Council fails to reflect 21st-century geopolitical realities. “Africa still has no permanent seat on the Security Council. A 21st-century Security Council without permanent African representation is unjust & indefensible,” Guterres posted on X (formerly Twitter). The UN chief called for comprehensive institutional reforms to restore the Council’s authority and credibility. “We must reform the Council so that it reflects today’s world with the legitimacy and effectiveness that today’s challenges demand,” he added. Aligning With President Ruto’s Reform Agenda Guterres’ position aligns closely with President William Ruto’s diplomatic campaign advocating for structural changes across global governance institutions. Ruto has repeatedly argued that the international community cannot exclude the voice of 54 African nations from decisions regarding global peace and security. “You cannot claim to be the United Nations while disregarding the voice of 54 nations. It is not possible,” Presiden...
Read briefing Kenya’s national football team, the Harambee Stars, faces a massive dual crisis after head coach Benni McCarthy revealed that he and his foreign coaching staff have operated without formal Kenyan work permits for over a year. The administrative failure forces the South African legend and his technical team to leave Kenya immediately after every national team camp and match. McCarthy explained that ongoing immigration hurdles prevent his staff from staying in the country between assignments, throwing the team’s long-term planning into uncertainty ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualification campaign. Under Kenyan immigration law, foreign workers, including elite sports coaches, must secure a Class D work permit through a sponsoring sports federation or club. While short-term entry authorizations exist to cover temporary processing periods, the delay has severely disrupted the coaching staff’s day-to-day operations. Player Boycott Rocks Nairobi Training Camp The bureaucratic permit issues are only part of a growing storm within the Football Kenya Federation (FKF). Tensions boiled over in Nairobi when Harambee Stars players and technical staff staged a boycott, refusing to take the training pitch due to unpaid allowances, poor accommodation, and broader welfare negligence. Some squad members have reportedly attended four or five international camps without recei...
Read briefing Crime Scene Investigations (CSI) detectives and Ruiru Sub-County Police Commander Charles Kibathi have launched a massive manhunt for a highway syndicate targeting bank customers along the Thika Superhighway and Eastern Bypass following a daring daylight heist. Investigating officers suspect the gang trails victims from as far as Nairobi’s Industrial Area before executing swift vehicular break-ins across Ruiru and Kasarani. The latest incident unfolded at a Shell petrol station in Kahawa Sukari, targeting 55-year-old Moses Njeru Kithaka. According to police reports, Kithaka withdrew Ksh.100,000 from a bank in the Kamakis area along the Eastern Bypass and subsequently parked his vehicle at the service station. When Kithaka returned 30 minutes later after shopping, he discovered his vehicle’s right rear window shattered. The perpetrators had stolen the khaki envelope containing the Ksh.100,000 left inside the car. CCTV footage obtained by investigators captured the syndicate’s precise strategy moments after Kithaka arrived at the location. The suspects shadowed Kithaka’s vehicle, pulled up alongside it, and used a specialized tool to shatter the glass instantly. The gang retrieved the cash envelope and rapidly sped off toward Ruiru. Officers from the Kahawa Sukari Police Station and Crime Scene Investigations (CSI) detectives processed the scene, gathering forensic evidence and s...
Read briefing The National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) has summoned Kimilili Member of Parliament Didmus Wekesa Barasa over alleged hate speech and discriminatory ethnic remarks made during a public address in Bungoma County. The commission launched an investigation into comments the lawmaker delivered on September 19, 2026, in Sirisia Constituency. In a video recording from the event, Barasa urged public officials from the former Western Province to use their state positions exclusively to benefit their local community. “Ukipatiwa nafasi kubwa kama ni PS, ama wewe ni waziri, kama wewe ni ambassador, kama wewe ni chairman ya parastatal, na wewe unatoka mkoa wa magharibi, wewe jua nafasi hiyo ni ya jamii. Umepewa utumie kuhakikisha maswala na maslahi ya wananchi hawa,” Barasa said. Loosely translated: (“If you are given a high position, whether as a Principal Secretary (PS), a Cabinet Secretary, an Ambassador, or a Parastatal Chairman, and you hail from the Western region, know that position belongs to the community. You have been given that role to ensure you serve the issues and interests of these citizens.”) The lawmaker went further, encouraging public officials to favor job seekers from Western Kenya while deliberately disqualifying qualified applicants from other ethnic backgrounds during interviews. “Hata ukiwa kwa ofisi na unafanya interview, na unakuta mtu ametoka huko...
Read briefing Former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko’s camp has unveiled an interesting lineup for key capital seats, with dancehall star KRG The Don seeking the Nairobi County Senate seat and Sonko’s daughter, Saumu Mbuvi, declaring her bid for Nairobi Woman Representative. Both candidates will run on the National Empowerment Democratic Party (NEDP) banner. Dancehall artist William Karuga Kimani, popularly known as KRG The Don, aims to make a dramatic political pivot from the studio to the Senate floor. Former Governor Sonko confirmed the musician’s political ambitions following a consultative meeting focused on pressing urban challenges, including youth and women’s empowerment, poverty eradication, support for small-scale traders, and infrastructure improvements in informal settlements. “Our mission is simple: fight poverty, create opportunities, and improve lives across Nairobi,” Sonko announced, adding that Nairobi requires a senator who will defend county resources and enforce strict oversight. He closed his statement with the rallying call: “Nairobi ni yetu sote. Mungu mbele.” The announcement sparked immediate online debate, with critics questioning whether the entertainer possesses the legislative experience needed for county oversight, while supporters welcomed new faces into the political arena. Saumu Mbuvi Enters Race for Nairobi Woman Representative KRG’s bid follows the formal entry...
Read briefing A petitioner has moved to the High Court seeking orders to compel the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to publish its operational protocols, national tallying center details, and voter verification measures ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a Notice of Motion filed under a certificate of urgency, Francis Awino asks the court to restrain the IEBC and its officials from implementing undisclosed or materially revised operational procedures pending the hearing and determination of the suit. Key Orders Sought by the Petitioner National Tallying Centre Disclosure: The applicant wants the commission to file an affidavit within seven days confirming whether a national tallying center has been designated, selected, or reserved. If identified, the IEBC must reveal its official name, physical location, geographical coordinates, legal basis, relevant Gazette Notice, and public access protocols. Publication of Geographical Coordinates: Awino argues that publishing the exact GPS coordinates for all polling stations and tallying centers six months before the election would allow voters and stakeholders to independently verify locations and report errors early. Biometric Fallback Protocols: The suit demands full disclosure of voter registration and identification records, specifically detailing procedures for when biometric verification fails, devices malfunction, or...
Read briefing Construction of the $17 billion (Ksh 2.2 trillion) East Africa Refinery in Lamu is set to begin on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, with President William Ruto leading the groundbreaking ceremony. The mega-project, backed by Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote and the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), represents one of the largest private-sector industrial investments in East Africa’s history. Speaking on Tuesday following final preparation meetings, Deputy President Kithure Kindiki confirmed that protocol, security, and logistics arrangements are being finalized to host invited regional Heads of State, foreign dignitaries, and members of the local community. “We are now putting up the final preparations to ensure that all the guests that come receive the right protocol reception to ensure the program of the event is managed in accordance with the stature of this event, and also to ensure that security and logistics are organised to the standards of this event,” Kindiki stated. Boosting Regional Industrialization and Employment Designed with a massive processing capacity of 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day, the facility will serve as a regional hub for petrochemical refining and industrial operations. Kindiki highlighted that the mega-refinery will significantly reduce Kenya’s foreign exchange drain caused by refined fuel imports while driving job creation across the Coast reg...
Read briefing Former President Uhuru Kenyatta openly questioned the legitimacy of President William Ruto’s victory in the 2022 General Election, asserting that the late Raila Odinga won the presidential race. Speaking during a Jubilee Party National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting in Nairobi, Kenyatta revealed that he still harbors deep doubts about the official election results that brought his former deputy to power. “Tulifanya kila kitu kumsaidia Baba awe Rais wa Jamhuri yetu ya Kenya. Na kura akapata, na mimi mpaka wa leo najua ya kwamba yeye ndiye alishinda hiyo kura. Tunajua vile mambo ilienda, na hatutaki iende hivyo tena,” Kenyatta said. (Translation: “We did everything to help Baba become the president of our Republic of Kenya. And he got the votes, and up to today, I know that he is the one who won that election. We know how things went, and we do not want it to go that way again.”) The former Head of State pointed to the parliamentary and county numbers achieved by the Azimio la Umoja–One Kenya Coalition Party as a reason to question the final presidential outcome. “How can you say you won yet we have most Members of Parliament, Senators, and Governors? How could you say we lost? We know how things went down,” he said. Official results from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) recorded William Ruto’s win with 7,176,141 votes (50.49%), while Raila Odinga gat...
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Read briefing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna and Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya have hit a regulatory setback after the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) rejected their proposal to rename the United Democratic Party (UDP). The leaders sought to rebrand UDP, an outfit associated with the late former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, into the Ukombozi People’s Party (UPP) as a vehicle for their political movement ahead of the 2027 General Election. In a decision dated September 8, 2026, the Registrar declined the requested changes to the party’s name, theme colors, and symbols, citing statutory restrictions under Section 8(c) of the Political Parties Act. The regulator noted that the proposed name closely resembles “The Ukombozi Alliance (TUA),” a name reserved by another applicant on July 20, 2026, following the rebranding of the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Alliance. Under the law, the Registrar must refuse any application if a proposed political party name or abbreviation closely resembles an existing entity or previously reserved name. Clock Ticking on IEBC Deadlines The legal and administrative hurdles come at a crucial time, as the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) issued strict regulatory timelines for the 2027 polls. According to gazetted guidelines, political parties intending to field candidates must submit the names and specimen signatures of their au...
Read briefing The High Court has thrown out a petition filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah seeking to declare the national tallying and verification of presidential election results unconstitutional. In a judgment delivered on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, the court upheld Section 39(1C) of the Elections Act and Regulation 83(2) of the Elections (General) Regulations, confirming that the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) retains the legal mandate to aggregate and verify presidential results at the national level. Court Upholds National Verification Mandate Omtatah had filed the petition arguing that the Constitution places the primary and final responsibility for tallying, verifying, and declaring presidential results strictly at the constituency level. He asked the court to issue orders barring the IEBC from re-tallying or re-verifying presidential results once constituency returning officers announce them. However, the bench ruled that national aggregation remains a necessary legal requirement because presidential candidates must satisfy unique, nationwide electoral benchmarks. Under Article 138(4) of the Constitution, a winning candidate must secure more than 50 percent of the total votes cast nationally, as well as at least 25 percent of the votes cast in more than half of the 47 counties. The judges observed that electoral officials cannot verify this dual threshold...
Read briefing Speaking to the Kenyan diaspora in New York on Sunday ahead of the 81st United Nations General Assembly, President William Ruto delivered a stark warning about the 2027 polls, stressing that the quality of national leadership will dictate whether Kenya succeeds or fails. Ruto urged citizens to exercise deliberate judgment when casting their ballots, asserting that effective governance matters far more than natural resources. “I am very confident about the future of our country. We will succeed,” President Ruto told the gathering. “The one mistake we must never do is to elect a fool to be our president.” He added, “The difference between us succeeding and failing is leadership, period. It is not minerals; it is not all those other things; it is leadership. If you do not have the right leadership, we will fail.” Economic Indicators and Sectoral Progress During the engagement, President Ruto outlined key economic metrics to demonstrate that his administration’s stabilization measures are bearing fruit. He urged Kenyans abroad to look directly at verified data rather than unverified reports. The president noted that inflation and interest rates have fallen, attributing the drop to fiscal adjustments implemented since 2022. In addition, he defended key flagship initiatives: National Savings Expansion: Savings held by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) grew from KSh 320 billion...
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