Affordable Housing & Budget Push: President Ruto assented to the Affordable Housing Bill as the 2026/27 budget funnels Sh135.8bn into housing and urban development under BETA, including Sh50bn for affordable units and Sh20.9bn for social housing. Tea Exports Watch: Kenya’s tea exports rose 6% in Q1 2026 to 144.46m kilos, but destination shifts tied to conflict are reshaping demand, with Pakistan still the biggest buyer. Gambling Oversight: The Gambling Regulatory Authority moves to end operator self-reporting by requiring all licensed betting firms to integrate with a central real-time monitoring system. Power Bills Relief: Government withdrew Kenya Power’s electricity tariff review application, keeping current rates unchanged and shielding households and businesses from higher bills. Regional Logistics: Kenya Railways and Uganda Railways reaffirm Northern Corridor freight cooperation to improve cargo handling and SGR–MGR integration. Ebola Facility Fallout: US officials say Americans who test positive at Kenya’s Laikipia quarantine site could be transferred for treatment abroad, as protests and court challenges continue. Transport Safety: A matatu overturned on Nairobi’s Enterprise Road, injuring multiple passengers and prompting emergency response. EV Investment: Spiro secured $215m equity to expand battery-swapping and local manufacturing across multiple African markets, including Kenya.