A tragic matatu accident on Thika Road claimed 10 teachers' lives and injured 14. Kajiado County grapples with a severe water crisis stemming from its utility's 586 million Kenyan Shillings debt. The United Opposition has issued a two-week ultimatum to the IG regarding alleged rogue police and attacks. Speaking in Kisumu, President Ruto urged Kenyans to reject tribal politics and supported a potential UDA-ODM coalition ahead of 2027, as ODM faces succession challenges after Raila Odinga’s death. Separately, Kenya and the US launched a 9.1 billion Kenyan Shillings runway expansion in Lamu, while UDA plans a leadership school. Civil society groups have petitioned the PSC over ODPP staffing changes. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

President Ruto, speaking in Kisumu, urged Kenyans to reject tribal politics and hinted at a possible UDA-ODM coalition for 2027, stressing national unity and rejecting mediocrity. Mama Ida Odinga called on Kenyans to uphold Raila's legacy. The government also launched a 9.1 billion Kenyan Shillings US-backed runway expansion at Manda Bay, Lamu, aimed at boosting regional security. In Kiambu, a new sanitation campaign, "Epuka Uchafu, Afya Nyumbani," was initiated to promote clean environments. Separately, the United Opposition issued a two-week ultimatum to the Inspector-General of Police over alleged "rogue" officers, threatening protests, while CS Murkomen affirmed the government's openness to constructive criticism. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

Health Cabinet Secretary Duale is set to expose hospitals implicated in an 11 billion Kenyan Shillings SHA fraud, as clinical officers end their 36-day strike following a new return-to-work deal. This coincides with a crackdown on unlicensed clinics in Nairobi and charges brought against a couple in a National Oil fraud case. Meanwhile, Public Service CS Ruku has directed HR managers to sanction absent government employees. Public concern is growing over President Ruto's 5 trillion Kenyan Shillings infrastructure fund, while a new survey reveals dissatisfaction with the CBC grading system. Reports also indicate a rise in gender-based violence targeting older women and technology-facilitated violence perpetrated by intimate partners. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

Clinical Officers have ended their 36-day strike after signing a Return-to-Work Formula with the Council of Governors, promising normal operations in public hospitals. However, matatu operators plan a nationwide strike from Monday over alleged vehicle torching by boda boda operators.

President Ruto criticized the Judiciary over rulings impacting government projects but later vowed to uphold court orders. He also plans to seek court interpretation on the legal status of political party manifestos. Separately, two activists are challenging the 204.3 billion Kenyan Shillings sale of Safaricom shares to Vodacom, citing undervaluation. Health CS Aden Duale announced that UHC workers will receive permanent employment from July 2026. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

Health Cabinet Secretary Duale announced that Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers will transition to permanent jobs starting July 2026. Meanwhile, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) plans to use existing boundaries for the 2027 polls, a move with significant implications for resource allocation.

In related news, the Senate is deliberating on suspending Treasury disbursements to counties that fail to comply with oversight directives. This comes as the Registrar of Political Parties faces severe underfunding, potentially hindering the clearance of 32 parties for the upcoming 2027 elections.

Aiming to enhance road safety, the National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) has initiated mandatory eye tests for drivers in Nairobi. Separately, families of Kenyans stuck in the Russia-Ukraine conflict are appealing for government intervention. In Parliament, Speaker Wetang’ula cautioned that over half of current MPs could lose their seats in 2027, reigniting discussions around pension reforms. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

President Ruto has pledged a national response to femicide and Gender-Based Violence (GBV), with a taskforce proposing criminalizing out-of-court settlements and asking for 50 billion Kenyan Shillings for femicide response in the next financial year. Separately, the NCCK has demanded an apology from Interior CS Kindiki and IG Koome for the teargassing of a Nyeri church service, which CS Kindiki denies involvement in. Meanwhile, the Treasury is considering lowering the Inua Jamii qualifying age from 70 to 60, and Kenya is empowering envoys to promote tourism and cultural heritage globally. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

The Judicial Service Commission has nominated 15 individuals, including allies of President Ruto and the IPOA boss, for Court of Appeal Judge positions. President Ruto also nominated Mama Ida Odinga as Kenya's Ambassador to UNEP. The government condemned social media content normalising gender-based violence, warning of legal action. In Nairobi, one person died in a tanker explosion on the Southern Bypass. The National Land Commission allocated 47 acres in Mandera for KMTC expansion, while Kenya Power explained prepaid electricity unit variations are due to EPRA tariffs. In policing matters, DIG Eliud Lagat highlighted continuous learning for reforms as victims of a Nandi police beating demand action amidst slow investigations. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

Transport CS Davis Chirchir announced that the government will terminate contracts for over 500 stalled road projects, valued at more than 2 trillion Kenyan Shillings, and reassign them to new contractors. Meanwhile, the Kenya Meteorological Department issued a warning for Nairobi, Kiambu, and other central highlands regions, advising residents to prepare for rainfall and unusually cold nights, with temperatures potentially dropping to 5°C over the next five days. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

The Supreme Court has allowed a petition challenging the appointment of 51 Principal Secretaries to proceed. President Ruto has nominated Ida Odinga as Kenya's Ambassador to UNEP, awaiting parliamentary approval, while PS Bitok clarified that the order for Grade 10 students to report without fees is a temporary measure. US Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau is set to visit Kenya to strengthen bilateral ties. Locally, Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga has called an Odinga family meeting amidst an ODM power struggle. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.

The Katiba Institute is suing the Executive and Parliament, alleging constitutional violations in tribunal appointments, arguing the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) should hold exclusive rights. This follows the JSC’s nomination of 15 individuals, including President Ruto's former lawyer, for Court of Appeal Judge positions.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education is considering closing under-enrolled schools due to low student numbers. KRA has launched a new WhatsApp service for tax filings, and Nairobi County is offering a 5% early-bird discount on seasonal parking renewals. The government is prioritizing security for the Isiolo–Mandera Road construction, while residents displaced by a 3.1 trillion Kenyan Shillings project demand compensation. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.