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Another significant controversy is imminent, which comes weeks after a large one rocked the Kenya Kwanza administration, which is run by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. News reports state that the Ministry of Health, led by CS Nakumicha, is facing criticism following the discovery of information on the purchase of HIV test kits. The test kits' procurement and distribution to counties without proper monitoring of their production and expiration dates has been questioned by vocal MPs under the committee of health. "We implore Harry Kimtai, the Principal Secretary of Medical Services, to provide clarification regarding the procurement and tender awarding process, as it appears that due process was not adhered to," Kibagendi stated. Further information reveals that the tender was not even publicised by the Kenya Medical Supplier Authority. The ministry of health has responded to the allegations, stating that it obtained the test kits through a one-on-one approach. ...

There is a new proposal to increase taxes to some sectors and this is likely to see the prices of products that depend on edible oils go up. The Finance bill coming up will be heated as well, because of some of the clauses in it, that manufacturer's and wananchi are lamenting that will make life more expensive. Some of the commodities whose prices are set to go up in the proposed taxes include bread. The price of this basic commodity will most likely go from shs 70 to 80. That is for a 400g.The long bars of soap will rise from 180 shs to 270shs. Chapati and mandazi will also go up with somewhat same prices of about five ot ten shillings since they are made from edible oils as well. Chips will probably rise by 20shs from 80 to 100, same as biscuits that will most likely go from 120 to 150 shs. Margarine and cooking oil prices will also generally go up.

  Rigathi Gachagua specially congratulated President William Ruto for the successful state visit to the United States of America. He speaks well of Ruto’s performance during the trip, including his speech at the National Prayer Breakfast on May 30th. Gachagua noted that Kenyan people were often following Ruto’s movements and his meetings in the United States. He noted that Kenyans were proud of how Ruto had taken the mantle of representing their country in the international scene. Deputy President pointed out that due to the Ruto’s diplomacy and his interactions with the US officials and companies Kenya had got an upper hand internationally. He congratulated Ruto for the various agreements and partnership that he facilitated during the trip. Gachagua praised Ruto on his speech at the Prayer Breakfast saying that, despite being a Kenyan, Ruto’s fluency in English impressed him. He went on to say that Kenyans were very happy with Ruto’s performance as their envoy and leader. Rigathi ...

Photo of President William Ruto and Raila Odinga | Courtesy  If Raila was a person who likes to get revenge, he would support Ruto. He would then make sure the Mt Kenya region loses all importance in Kenyan politics for  many years to come.However, knowing Raila's character, he may play it safe instead. He may get the top job at the African Union first. Then he could come back to Kenya with much power and influence. At that point, the tables could turn against Ruto. Raila could force Ruto to do whatever Raila wants, or Ruto's political career would end. Raila is an experienced politician who has been involved in Kenyan politics for decades. He has run for president multiple times but never won. His supporters are very loyal and see him as a leader fighting for the common people against the elite.Ruto is the current president of Kenya after winning the 2022 election. However, his victory was narrow and controversial, with Raila disputing the results. The Mt Kenya region was a c...