EU Digital Push: President Ruto secured about Ksh20.8bn in fresh EU-backed funding for Kenya’s digital economy, including Ksh15.3bn under the EU-Kenya Digital Partnership and support for the Blue Raman submarine cable extension to boost connectivity and data-driven services. Maritime Skills & Blue Economy: Bandari Maritime Academy rolled out a Recognition of Prior Learning programme to certify experienced workers for sea and offshore roles, aiming to widen the pool of qualified personnel for Kenya’s expanding maritime sector. Port & Shipping Capacity: Kenya’s Mombasa Port is set for a capacity boost with a new berth as KPA builds docking infrastructure, reinforcing trade and logistics competitiveness. Trade Barriers for Food: AfCFTA and the UK flagged persistent customs delays and incompatible digital systems still blocking Africa’s food trade, calling for customs modernization and better cross-border supply chains. Environment & Land Use Clash: Former Chief Justice David Maraga was arrested during protests against planned construction inside Nairobi National Park, with KWS defending an expanded animal orphanage and critics warning of encroachment on protected land. Agribusiness Safety: Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe urged harmonised action to stop hazardous agrochemicals from being sold in countries with weaker rules, pushing for global standards to protect farmers and consumers. Weather Watch: KMSA forecasted intermittent rainfall in parts of the highlands and coast through June 15, with Nairobi and several counties expected to see wet spells.