ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has rejected criticism that he lacks the technical background needed to lead Kenya’s technology ministry, saying that his mandate focuses on overseeing and managing resources rather than programming. Speaking to Inooro TV on Wednesday, Kabogo—who has often faced online ridicule—argued that the backlash stems from a basic misunderstanding of what a Cabinet Secretary does. “I was not made CS to write code or do programming,” he said. “My job is to coordinate resources, including human beings, to ensure they do what they are supposed to do.” Kabogo said his ministry is staffed by capable professionals who can handle technical responsibilities, while his work is to coordinate their efforts and align interests across the sector. “Since I became CS, the stakeholders have been very happy,” he said, pointing to endorsements from American and Kenyan chambers of commerce, content creators, and business groups affected by issues his office has addressed. He added that his approach has helped streamline processes. To illustrate his point, Kabogo drew a comparison with other Cabinet roles. “The Minister of Health does not necessarily have to be a doctor. If that were the argument, then the president would need to be skilled in all areas, which is impossible. That is why he has a team of experts.” Kabogo Vows Crackdown on Unlicensed Be...
Read briefing From next week, general duty officers in the Kenya Police Service (KPS) will begin wearing a new police uniform. Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja confirmed that the National Police Service (NPS) based this transition directly on feedback from a 2023 public participation exercise. During those consultations, officers explicitly rejected the deep blue outfit in favor of a practical alternative. President William Ruto will officially unveil the updated attire during Friday’s pass-out ceremony at the Kiganjo Police Training College. Over 6,000 graduating police constables will receive the new outfit first. “We have been using the blue, the deep blue one, so we have just reverted back to the one that was agreed upon. I must note that on Monday, I will also be in that one,” Kanja stated. While personnel in the Administration Police wing and the General Service Unit (GSU) will retain their current attire, the NPS will phase the new uniform across all general duty personnel. Leadership expects the redesign to elevate morale while improving operational efficiency nationwide. “In the next few coming weeks, we should see the new uniform that was approved sometimes back and I think this is also going to be a force multiplier,” the IG noted. Kanja shared the update while inspecting final preparations at Kiganjo, where thousands of recruits have finished their police training. eform...
Read briefing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna hit back at President William Ruto after the Head of State criticized the opposition for relying on political slogans rather than presenting a clear agenda. Addressing aspirants at Ufungamano House on Tuesday, August 25, 2026,, Sifuna reminded the president that his own political journey to State House was propelled by slogans and political narratives. He pointed to Ruto’s “Hustler versus Dynasty” narrative, noting that the president successfully used political slogans to build support and capture power, the exact same strategy the opposition plans to use. “I heard Ruto saying that the bar has been raised. When did the bar rise, and by who? Ruto too rode on slogans to be where he is. We will also use the same slogans to remove him from office,” Sifuna told the gathering. The Nairobi Senator rejected claims that campaign narratives lack substance, arguing that Ruto’s own rise demonstrated how political messaging can resonate with voters. He signaled that the opposition will continue leveraging popular chants, such as “Ruto Must Go” and “Wantam,” as part of their campaign strategy. Sifuna maintained that voters fully understand the broader mission of the Linda Mwananchi movement and the opposition beyond political slogans. He added that the president’s criticisms stem from a failure to grasp their policy platform. ‘Do Not Bring Us Slogans’: Ruto Tells...
Read briefing Former Cabinet Secretary Raphael Tuju engaged in a heated exchange with auctioneers in Karen on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, after attempting to address the press outside an auctioneering firm’s premises. The confrontation began when auction personnel instructed Tuju to move his press briefing away from the property. Tuju firmly rejected the directive, asserting his right to speak in what he described as a public space. “You can threaten many people, but not me, you understand. This is a public space; you have no right to march me out of this place. I am doing an interview. Behave,” Tuju told the auctioneers. The exchange de-escalated after the auctioneering team relented, allowing the former Cabinet Secretary to proceed with his press address. Tuju informed journalists that he had arrived at the location to witness the scheduled public auction of his property, noting that no prospective bidders had placed bids by 11:00 AM, effectively halting the day’s auction process. Debt Recovery Meets Legislative Reform The attempt to auction Tuju’s Karen property stems from a multi-billion shilling loan dispute with the East African Development Bank (EADB). Tuju’s real estate company, Dari Limited, took a $9.3 million (approx. KSh 1.2 billion) loan from the East African Development Bank (EADB) in 2015 to construct a commercial property in Karen, Nairobi. Following defaulted repayments and ac...
Read briefing Friday, Saturday, and Sunday have emerged as the three most dangerous days on Kenyan roads, according to the National Transport and Safety Authority’s (NTSA) July 2026 Road Safety Status Report. The three-day weekend window accounted for over 50 percent of all road crashes recorded in July 2026. The NTSA Status Report also flagged the hours between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm as a high-risk window, with the single deadliest hour recorded from 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm, which accounted for 37 fatalities during the month. “Weekend travel remains a significant road safety challenge requiring enhanced enforcement and public education campaigns,” the Authority noted. Casualty Rates and Risk Factors Total road traffic victims rose 9.78 percent year-on-year, climbing from 1,974 in July 2025 to 2,167 in July 2026. Fatalities: Up 11.36% (396 to 441) Serious Injuries: Up 5.01% (958 to 1,006) Slight Injuries: Up 16.13% (620 to 720) “These trends point to the need for sustained, evidence-based road safety interventions focusing on pedestrian protection, motorcycle safety, commercial vehicle safety and speed management,” NTSA proposed. Investigative findings cited driver loss of control, speeding, and hit-and-run incidents as the primary triggers for deadly collisions. Commercial vehicles and motorcycles (boda bodas) recorded the highest involvement in fatal crashes. Road-User Category July 2025 Fatalitie...
Read briefing The National Police Service (NPS) plans to recommend to the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) that individuals linked to political violence face disqualification from contesting in the 2027 General Election. Speaking on Tuesday, August 25, during the launch of the Roadmap to a Peaceful General Election 2027, Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Gilbert Masengeli stated that these formal recommendations will target individuals whose track record shows active involvement in promoting or perpetrating violence across Kenya. He confirmed that the police service will write directly to the IEBC to request a ban on candidates who violate election integrity standards. “We will recommend to the IEBC those individuals who are not fit to run for office based on their track record of promoting or perpetrating violence in Kenya,” Masengeli said. Masengeli also issued a direct warning to political goons and their sponsors, confirming that law enforcement agencies will take decisive action against anyone triggering unrest. In his address, the police chief urged political actors and citizens to respect constitutional rights while operating strictly within statutory security boundaries. He pointed out that civic freedoms cannot serve as a pretext to undermine national safety. “I also challenge you to go back to the Constitution and get a glimpse of political and social r...
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