Industrial Policy Clash: President William Ruto ordered Tata Chemicals to “pack and go” after accusing the firm of failing to create local jobs and build processing capacity around Lake Magadi’s soda ash, with the government seeking new investors to set up glass and chemical manufacturing in Kajiado. Regulatory & Corporate Response: Tata says it is “fully compliant” and is awaiting the ministry’s review after a July suspension tied to compliance, royalties, value addition, reporting, community agreements, employment and environmental issues. Investor Climate Warning: Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna cautioned that public shutdown threats can weaken investment confidence and job creation, arguing disputes should follow legal dispute-resolution channels. Insurance Sector Growth: Kenya’s insurance penetration hit an eight-year high at 2.63% in 2025, driven by faster life insurance premium growth and product innovation. Cross-Border Trade Disruption: Trucks queued at Busia after a cargo scanner broke down, delaying clearance for goods headed to the DRC. Agribusiness & Resilience: Kakamega farmers began receiving avocado and banana seedlings under a watershed programme to cut erosion, improve water availability and diversify incomes amid drought pressure. Energy & Finance Watch: Aliko Dangote said the Dangote Petroleum Refinery IPO is set to open within 10–12 days, targeting about $5bn to expand capacity.