Politics & Security: Opposition and government figures trade accusations as fears of political violence rise ahead of 2027, with reports of attacks on Rigathi Gachagua’s convoy in Nakuru and fresh warnings that hired gangs could disrupt rallies and intimidate voters. Coalition Talks: UDA and ODM leaders face new hurdles in pre-coalition negotiations, with hard-line positions slowing agreement on power-sharing and joint campaign plans. Mount Kenya Power Play: Deputy President Kithure Kindiki presses Mt Kenya East elders to unite with West, while also attacking Gachagua over alleged disrespect and political conduct. Local Governance: A Nairobi court temporarily blocks the county from recruiting casual and locum workers into a new staffing pool after KMPDU challenged the policy. Trade & Economy: Kenya is flagged by a US White House trade report as a potential transshipment risk for Chinese goods, raising concerns over future scrutiny of supply chains. Energy Prices Watch: EPRA-linked oil market pressures tied to Strait of Hormuz disruptions could push up fuel costs in Kenya. Health Infrastructure: CS Aden Duale backs a KSh29bn plan to build 13 new Level 5, 300-bed county referral hospitals across multiple counties. Sports: Kenya sends a national motocross team to Africa’s MX Championship in Namibia; Kenyan chess mourns Hawi Kaloki, who died at 19.