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The government has committed itself to supporting the creative industry by highlighting its role as a major contributor to the national economy and the primary factors of innovation, employment, and cultural expression.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi welcomed Matteo Piantedosi, Minister of the Interior of the Italian Republic, to Kenya on his historic first official visit as Italy’s Interior Minister. Kenya and Italy have signed a new agreement on labour migration and mobility, paving the way for expanded employment opportunities for Kenyans while enhancing the protection of migrant workers.

Youth Affairs Principal Secretary Fikirini Jacobs has broken his silence following the fatal shooting of youth mobiliser Cecil Ouma, expressing sympathy to the bereaved family and pledging his full cooperation with investigators probing the incident. In a statement shared on Thursday, July 2, Fikirini described Ouma’s death as tragic and extended his condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of the deceased.

Kenyan tennis player Angella Okutoyi Kenyan tennis player Angella Okutoyi has relocated to London, stepping fully into her professional career and beginning a new chapter. The 22-year-old, relocated to the United Kingdom late last month, where she will base her training and compete with the backing of major international brands and world-class coaches.

The Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO) has suspended the operating licence of the Kenya Association of Music Producers (KAMP) for 90 days after accusing the organisation of misappropriating more than KSh5.5 million meant for artists’ royalty payments. The suspension, which took effect on July 1, follows a regulatory review that uncovered what KECOBO described as serious financial and governance breaches within the collective management organisation.

Kenya’s fitness sensation and content creator Tileh Pacbro has dared American fitness influencer Ashton Hall to race a matatu when he arrives in Kenya for his African tour. Tileh made the challenge on his Instagram page when he shared a video of himself racing alongside a matatu. “Ashton Hall, it’s time to race a Nganya,” Tileh wrote.

Kenyan Rapper Khaligraph Jones Kenyan rapper Khaligraph Jones also known as “OG,” has revealed he is battling with weight loss and lifestyle habits that have started to be a concern for him He stated he is on a keto diet and has been fasting for over 60 hours as part of his weight-loss journey, saying his last meal was on Sunday before breaking his fast. Khaligraph had once weighed 137 kilograms, and the demands of his career, late nights and indulgent meals had taken their toll.

Police have launched a manhunt for a politician believed to have played a key role in the violent clashes that rocked Ol Kalou, as investigations into the incident gather pace. The latest development comes after chaos erupted during political activities in the constituency, leaving several people injured and campaign vehicles damaged. The violence has since heightened tensions ahead of the highly anticipated by-election.

Kenyans have scored a major victory for online freedom of expression after the High Court declared key sections of the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes (Amendment) Act, 2025 unconstitutional, dealing a significant blow to the government’s efforts to regulate online content.

Kenyans will no longer be allowed to order antibiotics online and have them delivered by boda boda riders after the government announced a major crackdown on the distribution of prescription medicines. The directive, announced by Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale, is part of a broader campaign to combat the growing trade in counterfeit medicines and curb the misuse of antibiotics, which health experts say is contributing to antimicrobial resistance.