Security Crackdown: Police seized 122 drums of suspected illicit ethanol near the Namanga border in Kajiado, arresting two suspects in a haul valued at about Sh45m, as officers step up surveillance on the Nairobi–Namanga route. Politics & Governance: Former DP Rigathi Gachagua dismissed arrest threats, saying detention won’t change his stance, while Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro hinted he has left UDA and is consulting before his next move. Local Development: PS Raymond Omollo told residents in Nyanza that Kenya Kwanza is driving more equitable investment in roads, flood control, water and youth programmes. Roads & Land: The National Land Commission moved to acquire more parcels for the dualling of the A7 Nyali Bridge–Mtwapa–Kwa Kadzengo–Kilifi highway, with affected owners able to inspect plans in Nairobi and Kilifi. Economy & Tax: KRA’s six-month tax amnesty runs with waivers on penalties, interest and fines for qualifying debts accrued up to Dec 31, 2025. Tech & Services: CA introduced a new licence category for digital courier hailing platforms, effective July 29, 2026, with set application and annual fees. Sports: Kenya’s Lilian Odira beat Keely Hodgkinson in the Diamond League 800m in Eugene, while Nairobi-based football news highlighted Junior Starlets’ 2-0 away win over Bantwana in the U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier.