Downstream Energy & Regulation: A South Sudan opinion piece argues the country lacks a fully empowered downstream petroleum regulator, driving fuel price volatility, uneven product quality and weak oversight. Consumer Protection: An editorial warns Kenyans are losing value through “hidden inflation” as firms quietly shrink portions and quality without clear notice. Regional Trade Tensions: A Tanzanian ceramics firm joins protests over Kenya’s new tariff/excise moves, saying they could undermine EAC market rules and hurt exports. TVET & Skills for Industry: KITI urges TVETs to align training with modern tech needs, including AI, automation and digital skills demanded by employers. Agriculture & Roads: Embu tea and dairy farmers get relief as a Sh2.2bn road upgrade nears completion, improving access to factories and markets. Water & Drought Resilience: Tana River communities in Tana North and Bangale are set to benefit from nearly Sh190m dams to cut the dry-season water struggle. Payments & Trade Costs: CBK joins efforts to push PAPSS-style cross-border local-currency payments to reduce intra-African transaction frictions. Construction Supply Digitisation: Kenya’s Eyby launches a building-products marketplace to connect manufacturers and buyers on one platform. Education & Community Health: Kenya Power Foundation renovates Kakamega High School dispensary (Sh1.1m) to serve thousands of students and staff. Security Crackdown: Police seize 220 litres of illicit chang’aa in Kibra and arrest two suspects. Macroeconomic Stability: Treasury PS Chris Kiptoo says Kenya has stabilised inflation, the shilling and reserves after global shocks.