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In Summary: Police set up roadblocks across key routes leading to Nairobi CBD to prevent protesters from entering. Tensions escalated as officers used teargas to disperse crowds, and several arrests were made. On Thursday, Nairobi witnessed heightened security as police ramped up measures to prevent access to the Central Business District (CBD) amid the planned 'Nane Nane' protests. Key routes leading into the city, including Mombasa Road, Thika Road, and Jogoo Road, were heavily guarded with roadblocks, where vehicles were subjected to thorough inspections, and some, including public service vehicles (PSVs), were turned away. In particular, a roadblock at the GM roundabout on Mombasa Road and another at Bunyala Roundabout saw police restricting entry into the CBD. Me...

MCSK CEO Ezekiel Mutua at a past press briefing. PHOTO: Ezekiel Mutua /Facebook In Summary: Ezekiel Mutua, the CEO of the Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK), criticized Kenyans who are wishing for Raila Odinga to fail in his bid to become the chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). Mutua called this sentiment "naive", arguing that Kenyans should support their own country's candidate regardless of personal differences. Raila Odinga, the former Prime Minister of Kenya, declared his interest earlier this year in the AUC chairmanship position as the term of the current chairperson, Moussa Faki, comes to an end However, some Kenyans have been praying for Odinga's failure in the Addis Ababa vote, accusing him of betraying the cause for better governance by siding...

Deserted stretch of the Nairobi-Mombasa highway in Mlolongo on August 8 .IMAGE | Courtesy In Summary: Heavy police presence has led to deserted streets and closed shops in towns like Mlolongo, Kitengela, and Machakos. Key roads, including the Nairobi-Expressway and Machakos-Kangundo route, are under strict surveillance with some roads barricaded, disrupting normal traffic. The Nairobi-Expressway and key towns in Machakos and Kajiado counties are under heavy police surveillance and patrols as anticipation grows for the upcoming Nane Nane national protests. Most traders in towns such as Mlolongo, Kyumbi, and Machakos have closed their shops, with police patrolling the deserted streets. Athi River East Subcounty Police Commander Anderson Mbae confirmed that more police of...

President William Ruto addressing the nation from State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, July 11, 2024. In Summary: President William Ruto's new Cabinet was sworn in at the State House on Thursday, July 8. The President called for national support for the new Cabinet, while Gen Z stage 'NaneNane' protests. The ceremony was attended by senior state officials and the families of the new CSs President William Ruto's newly appointed Cabinet Secretaries (CSs) have officially taken office amidst a backdrop of national tension. The swearing-in ceremony for the 19 Cabinet secretary nominees took place on Thursday, July 8, at the State House. In his address, President Ruto urged all Kenyans to support the new Cabinet in their efforts to lead the country forward. "I pray tha...

President William Ruto. Image file In Summary: President William Ruto and Acting Inspector General of Police Gilbert Masengeli caution organizers and participants of the 'Nane Nane March' against violence. The protest, planned for August 8, aims to express frustration over governance issues, with organizers calling for demonstrations at key government installations. President William Ruto has issued a stern warning to organizers of the upcoming 'Nane Nane March,' emphasizing the need for peace and adherence to the rule of law. Speaking on Wednesday, August 7, Ruto underscored Kenya's commitment to democracy while cautioning against any form of violence during the planned protests. The president's remarks come in response to an intensifying online campaign by march or...

President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, on July 30, 2024, during the handover of the report from the Presidential Taskforce on Reviewing the Legal and Regulatory Framework for Religious Organizations. In Summary: Soi Lang'at's nomination as Gender Cabinet Secretary was rejected. The committee approved 19 other Cabinet Secretary nominees. President Ruto may need to nominate a new candidate for the Gender Ministry. The National Assembly Committee on Appointments has rejected the nomination of Soi Lang'at as the Gender Cabinet Secretary. This decision was announced in a report presented to Parliament by Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah on Wednesday, highlighting that Lang'at was the only nominee not approved among a batch of 20 candidates. "The Committee reje...

The updated look of the Ksh.1,000 note. In Summary: The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has introduced four changes to the country's banknotes. New banknotes will circulate alongside existing ones, with the Sh1,000 note being released first. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has revealed four key modifications to the country's currency banknotes. These changes will apply to all denominations, including the 50, 100, 200, 500, and 1000 shilling notes. The first two changes involve updated signatures on the banknotes. All notes will now bear the signatures of CBK Governor Dr. Kamau Thugge and National Treasury Principal Secretary Dr. Chris Kiptoo. Thirdly, the new banknotes will display 2024 as the year of print. Lastly, they will feature enhanced security threads with color...

Kenya Power technicians. IMAGE : Kenya Powe In Summary: Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has scheduled power interruptions in seven counties for system maintenance. The affected counties are Kiambu, Uasin Gishu, Kakamega, Homa Bay, Nyeri, Meru, and Murang'a, with varying outage durations. The Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) has announced planned power interruptions in seven counties scheduled for Wednesday, August 7, 2024. These periodic interruptions are necessary to facilitate system maintenance and will affect specific areas within the mentioned counties. In Kiambu County, two areas will be affected. The Ndula area and Kolping will experience outages from 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M., affecting locations such as Kilimambogo Teachers, Magogoni, Kiboko Farm, ...

Acting Police Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli, accompanied by senior police commanders, addresses the media at the National Police Service Campus in Embakasi on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. IMAGE: Handout In Summary: Acting Police Inspector General Gilbert Masengeli affirms police readiness for upcoming Gen Z protests while emphasizing the right to peaceful demonstration. Masengeli uses the opportunity to engage with ground commanders and discuss broader security challenges facing the country. Acting Police Inspector General (IG) Gilbert Masengeli has assured the public of the National Police Service's preparedness for the upcoming "Nane Nane" protests scheduled for Thursday. Speaking at Embakasi Administration Police Training College after meeting with regional police b...