Two hundred and fifty young people in Dagoretti North graduated from a digital skills programme delivered through the DigiTruck Digital Literacy Initiative, strengthening access to ICT skills, online safety, and digital innovation. The programme, implemented by Huawei Technologies, uses a mobile, solar-powered classroom to reach underserved communities. Speaking at the ceremony, Dagoretti North MP Beatrice Elachi said the initiative equips youth to access jobs, entrepreneurship, and opportunities in the digital economy.

Kenya’s State Department for Lands and Physical Planning has rolled out a fully digital stamp duty processing system, replacing manual procedures with electronic assessments and payments. The National Stamp Duty Module, integrated into the Ardhisasa land information system and linked to e-Citizen via ArdhiPay, is now operational in 36 land registries. Officials say the system improves efficiency, transparency, and accountability while reducing transaction times and curbing malpractice in land administration.

Igembe South MP John Paul Mwirigi said the constituency will equip five ICT hubs with more than 300 computers to build digital skills among young people. Speaking during a bursary exercise at Auki Primary School, he said the hubs will support access to online jobs and digital training. They will also promote tech-driven entrepreneurship. The initiative seeks to expand digital inclusion and position technology as a pathway to employment and innovation.

KCB Bank Kenya launched a nationwide savings campaign to reward customers and encourage consistent saving. The four-month promotion centers on the KCB Goal Savings Account. Prizes include a residential apartment, money market fund investments, and monthly cash rewards. The bank said the campaign targets new and existing customers aged 18 and above. It also supports KCB’s broader focus on financial inclusion and long-term savings discipline.

Kenya Ports Authority confirmed the arrival of the country’s first liquefied natural gas-powered vessel at the Port of Mombasa. The Höegh Australis, which operates primarily on LNG, docked after an 11-day voyage from Singapore. KPA said LNG-powered ships reduce sulphur oxide, nitrogen oxide, and carbon dioxide emissions compared with conventional vessels. The docking highlights Mombasa’s growing capacity to handle next-generation, lower-emission ships under evolving global maritime standards.

Kenya’s Capital Markets Authority  approved three new online financial service platforms to operate in the regulated market. Safaricom Plc and Airtel Money Kenya Limited received licenses as Intermediary Service Platform Providers. CC Kenya Securities Limited also secured approval to operate as an online foreign exchange dealing broker. The regulator said the move will expand investor choice, boost competition, and improve digital access to capital market products.

Kenya’s Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale dismissed claims of a constitutional crisis over the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), saying the Supreme Court has provided a lawful path forward. He said the court advised that a fully constituted IEBC should seek fresh guidance on boundary reviews. Duale’s remarks counter warnings by Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi that delays could affect the 2027 elections.

Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs, Wycliffe Oparanya, said he is ready to leave the Orange Democratic Movement if it helps unite the Western region. Speaking at the funeral of the late Cyrus Jirongo, Oparanya said regional unity would strengthen political influence ahead of 2027. Several leaders, including former President Uhuru Kenyatta, echoed calls for cohesion to shape future national leadership.

Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga dismissed claims that she plans to run as deputy president in Kenya’s 2027 elections. She said she will seek re-election as governor and continue serving as chairperson of the Orange Democratic Movement. Wanga added that the party will make coalition decisions for 2027 collectively. Her remarks follow speculation linking her to President William Ruto.