AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSoda Ash Showdown: President William Ruto has ordered Tata Chemicals to exit Kenya’s Magadi soda-ash operations, saying the firm failed to benefit locals and that new investors will take over—sparking fresh political heat, including Kalonzo Musyoka’s criticism over the “opaque” handover. Police & Governance: Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen reiterated that the IG Police retains constitutional command, amid ongoing public debate over alleged political interference in policing. Public Order Clarification: Police said a Nairobi Expressway incident involving MP Karauri was not a robbery, but supporters allegedly queuing for “handouts” after an event. Health Crisis: Nurses’ strike continues to cripple public hospitals across most counties, with warnings of rising maternal and newborn deaths as talks stall over the 2017 CBA and pay arrears. Civil Society Pushback: Rights groups condemned Ruto’s directive to shut foreign-owned small businesses, warning it could fuel discrimination and legal breaches. Sports & National Pride: Emmanuel Wanyonyi’s 800m Diamond League win and ratified 1000m world record keep Kenya’s middle-distance momentum; meanwhile, Malkia Strikers’ allowance payment woes threaten preparations. Church Growth Tensions: Attorney General Dorcas Oduor said Kenya registers nearly 60 churches monthly, as leadership and finance disputes increasingly turn violent.
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