Today is Tue, 12 May 2026
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Inaugural Africa Forward Summit
President William Ruto is expected to co-host and participate in the upcoming inaugural Africa Forward Summit 2026, reinforcing Kenya’s role as a key convener of continental policy, investment, and development dialogue. The summit is scheduled to take place from 10th to 12th May 2026 in Nairobi. It will bring together African Heads of State, global leaders, investors, private sector executives, and development partners to deliberate on the continent’s economic transformation and strategic priorities. During the Summit, President Ruto is expected to lead high-level engagements and participate in plenary discussions on peace, security, and economic development. He will co-host the Summit alongside French President Emmanuel Macron. President Ruto’s participation is expected to underscore the government’s focus on strengthening international partnerships, advancing trade and investment opportunities, promoting green industrialisation, and positioning Kenya as a leading gateway for regional and continental growth.
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Invitation to Submit Views and Memoranda on TSC Budget Estimates for FY 2026/2027
The National Assembly of Kenya has invited public participation in the consideration of the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) for the Financial Year 2026/2027, pursuant to Articles 118(1)(b) and 201(a) & (d) of the Constitution and Order 239(6)(c) of the National Assembly Standing Orders. The process will be undertaken by the Departmental Committee on Education, which will hold public hearings across various counties, including Uasin Gishu, Kisumu, Garissa, Bungoma, Kisii, Nyeri, Machakos, Nairobi, Mombasa, and Kakamega on specified dates between 6th and 14th May 2026 to collect views from stakeholders and members of the public.
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Kenya Railways RDLF Case Set for Ruling on May 14, 2026
The Okiya Omtatah Okoiti vs Kenya Railways Corporation case is set to come up for ruling on May 14, 2026. This follows a stay application challenging the legality and constitutionality of the Railway Development Levy Fund (RDLF) and the financing and approval of railway projects. The projects include the Riruta–Ngong commuter rail line, on grounds of alleged unconstitutional use of public funds, governance, procurement, and oversight concerns, with the substantive petition still pending before the High Court.
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Invitation for Public Submissions on the Office of the Controller of Budget Estimates for FY 2026/2027
The Senate of the Republic of Kenya has invited public participation on the consideration of the Budget Estimates for the Office of the Controller of Budget for the Financial Year 2026/2027. This is pursuant to Article 118 of the Constitution, the Public Finance Management Act (Section 39), and the Senate Standing Orders. The exercise will be undertaken by the Senate Finance and Budget Committee, which is responsible for reviewing the estimates and making recommendations. At the same time, members of the public and stakeholders are invited to submit written memoranda, representations, or comments on the proposed budget to inform the Committee’s deliberations, to be received on or before Friday, 15th May 2026 at 5:00 PM.
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Kenya Blockchain & Crypto Conference
The Kenya Blockchain and Crypto Conference 2026 will be held on 14th to 15th May 2026 at the A.S.K Dome in Nairobi, Kenya, under the theme “Stablecoins, Payments & the Future of Africa’s Digital Finance Ecosystem”. The conference will bring together regulators, policymakers, fintech innovators, investors, developers, and financial institutions to examine how blockchain and digital assets are reshaping Africa’s financial systems. It will focus on practical discussions around digital payments, stablecoins, cross-border transactions, regulatory frameworks, and the role of blockchain in advancing efficiency, transparency, and financial inclusion. The event will also serve as a platform for networking, deal-making, innovation showcases, and collaboration between public– and private–sector players, driving Africa’s digital economy forward.
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Joel Kaba, Director, Youth Financial Services, CBK
Joel Kaba has been appointed Director of Youth Financial Services at the Co-operative Bank of Kenya (CBK). He will lead the development of innovative, accessible, and digitally driven financial solutions tailored to young people. Kaba brings over 15 years of experience in the telecommunications sector, with a strong track record in digital strategy, product development, and scaling platforms across multiple markets, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Zambia, and Malawi. Prior to this role, he held senior leadership positions at Safaricom PLC and Airtel Africa, where he led startup initiatives, business transformation programmes, and turnaround strategies that delivered strong commercial and customer growth outcomes. His work has consistently focused on building digital ecosystems that enable inclusion and unlock new opportunities for underserved segments, particularly youth. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Engineering from Maseno University, as well as executive certifications from Boston University in Leadership in the Digital Age and Platform Strategy for Business.