Press Freedom Under Fire: Standard Group associate editor Alex Kiprotich was abducted by masked gunmen near Gilgil and later found safe near Masinga Dam, as media groups and politicians demand accountability and warn of shrinking space for journalists. Nairobi Planning Clash: The Nairobi County Assembly Planning Committee suspended the county’s Development Control Policy over alleged discrepancies, saying it was not properly approved and aligned with public interest. El Niño Preparedness: Nairobi drainage works are underway across identified flood-risk zones as the county ramps up clearance ahead of heavy rains, with health officials also stepping up crisis readiness. Education Disruptions: Kenya’s Ministry of Education moved to resume school operations after a union-related shutdown, with discussions held with BEMU and labour officials. Digital Safety: UNICEF estimates about 20 million internet-using children across 21 countries faced online sexual exploitation or abuse in a year, with social media the main channel. Aviation Costs: Kenya Airways reported losses and disruption costs after a three-day aviation strike, even as operations returned to normal. Foreign Traders Crackdown: President Ruto ordered foreigners running small businesses to close from September 7, pushing local hawking and retail to be reserved for Kenyans. Insurance Growth: Kenya’s insurance sector grew in 2025, with premiums crossing Sh466b and penetration rising to 2.63%.