Magadi Mining Reset: President William Ruto says Kenya will re-advertise Lake Magadi mining rights after ending Tata Chemicals’ contract, with new terms pushing local processing and limiting land control to 20–30% for investors. Public Finance Watch: The Controller of Budget flagged KSh 30.69bn in government travel spending in 2025/26, with State House the biggest spender, raising fresh questions on cost-cutting. Devolution & HR Rules: The Senate was urged to reject a Bill that would allow inter-county transfer of pensionable county officers, warning it could bypass fair competition and merit. Agriculture Extension Push: Kenya is looking to revive agricultural extension by partnering with universities and borrowing lessons from the US, as farmers struggle to access timely technical advice. Digital Credit Demand: Co-op Bank says customers used Sh2.4bn in digital overdrafts (Kamilisha) in the first seven months to July, showing rising need for short-term liquidity. Child Safety Online: UNICEF reports WhatsApp and Facebook are leading platforms for online sexual abuse of Kenyan children, urging stronger safeguards and reporting systems. Transport & Security: Kenya Railways warned the public against SGR vandalism after arresting a suspected intruder flagged by CCTV. Trade & Jobs: Nairobi’s Green Army programme says it has hired 4,500 residents on permanent, pensionable terms to tackle the waste crisis ahead of El Niño rains.