AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDevolution & Health Crisis: Counties say health budgets rose 11.7% to about Sh154.58bn, but a 26% drop in the health workforce after the exit of USG-funded staff is already hurting Universal Health Coverage. Wildlife & Environment: Kenya’s Amboseli region is reeling after 15 elephants died from cyanide poisoning linked to tomatoes near the park, raising fresh questions on who is responsible. Lake Displacement: Rising Rift Valley waters around Lake Baringo are forcing thousands to flee as wildlife, including crocodiles and hippos, moves closer to homes. Security & Labour: President Ruto ordered government agencies to stop calling private security guards “watchmen” or “guards,” and also pushed firms to comply with minimum wage rules. Nairobi Crime: Police arrested two suspects over alleged theft of Toyota Harrier spare parts after a motorcycle stop on Kangundo Road. Economy & Trade: Nairobi Coffee Exchange auction pulled in Ksh 994m from 18,089 bags, while NCBA reported a 12.2% half-year profit rise to Ksh 12.4bn and a higher interim dividend. Transport & Ports: Hapag-Lloyd eyes expanded East Africa services as Kenya Ports Authority upgrades Mombasa and Lamu infrastructure. Sports: CAF Confederation Cup preliminary draw handed Kaizer Chiefs a bye into the second stage.
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