Global South Diplomacy: Musalia Mudavadi urged renewed multi-lateralism and deeper Africa–Korea ties as Kenya seeks a stronger global role in a fragmented world order. US-Kenya Relations: Trump nominated Henry Wooster as US ambassador to Kenya, as the Laikipia Ebola quarantine plan continues to trigger court fights and public backlash. Food Safety: KALRO and KEBS warned of cereals with dangerously high aflatoxin levels—up to 500ppb versus a 10ppb WHO limit—raising fresh health and market concerns. Public Finance: A Sh12.7b budget deficit is putting teachers’ medical cover at risk, spotlighting pressure on public services. Digital Payments & Compliance: PayPal froze or restricted some Kenyan accounts amid money-laundering checks, demanding extra documentation and threatening long limits. SME Credit Crunch: Experts say Kenya’s MSMEs need about Sh3.3tn more to close a funding gap, calling for reforms beyond collateral-heavy lending. Tech for Health: Kenyan doctors are turning to virtual reality and telemedicine to tackle maternal deaths. Transport & Infrastructure: Kenya Railways’ revived passenger rail line saw an accident during its maiden trip, injuring two people. Youth & Jobs: Government confirmed NYOTA beneficiaries will get the second tranche of start-up capital by June 30. Energy & Clean Mobility: tabb launched Kenya’s first fuel credit line, while Spiro raised $215m to scale electric mobility and battery-swapping across Africa. Sports & Economy: Sports Kenya is assessing Kasarani Stadium upgrades ahead of AFCON 2027, including a modern pitch irrigation system.