Treasury CS John Mbadi urges caution in handling court petitions against Adani Group's proposed takeover of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, emphasizing the importance of maintaining Kenya's investor attractiveness. Several petitions, including those from the Kenya Human Rights Commission, challenge the legality of the deal, citing a lack of public participation. The Public Investments Committee has halted further negotiations pending a forensic audit. Mbadi assures that the welfare of airport employees is protected under the concession agreement, and clarifies that the deal is not a solution to Kenya's debt crisis. Local banks are included in the deal to strengthen financial institutions.

International Youth Day, celebrated on August 12, emphasizes the role of youth in societal transformation and sustainable development. The 2024 theme, 'From Clicks to Progress,' highlights digital innovation's role in achieving sustainable goals. Recent youth-led protests in Kenya, Nigeria, and Bangladesh underscore the global challenges young people face, including economic instability and governance issues. In Kenya, protests led to President Ruto's rejection of a finance bill, while in Nigeria, demonstrations against high living costs resulted in casualties. Bangladesh saw the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina following student protests. The United Nations underscores the importance of youth in addressing global issues as the 2030 SDG deadline approaches.

The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) has decided to freeze the salary review for all state officers following consultations with the Treasury, citing recent budget cuts and economic realities. The decision is part of the Third Remuneration and Benefits Review cycle, initially set for implementation over 2023-25. While the freeze affects state officers, reviews for lower-level public officers will continue based on existing agreements. The SRC aims to achieve a 35% wage-bill-to-revenue ratio by 2028, down from 46.64% in 2022-23. The commission is open to discussions with the Parliamentary Service Commission regarding potential salary cuts, adhering to International Labor Organisation guidelines.

Robert Nagila delivered a heartfelt eulogy for his late partner, journalist Rita Tinina, highlighting her legacy and the profound impact of her passing. He reminisced about their first meeting, her love for their daughter Mia Malaikah, and her deep respect for family. Nagila expressed gratitude to friends and the media for their support and urged everyone to celebrate Tinina's life as they prepared for her burial in Narok. Tinina was remembered as a beloved daughter, mother, partner, and sister.

Rita Tinina's requiem mass is being held at the Holy Family Basilica, attended by notable figures from the media and political spheres, including Linus Kaikai, Dennis Itumbi, and Fred Gumo.

Rita Tinina's requiem mass is being held at the Holy Family Basilica, attended by notable media figures like Linus Kaikai and political personalities such as Dennis Itumbi and Fred Gumo.

The late NTV journalist Rita Tinina will be buried on March 27, a day before her 46th birthday, at her family's home in Narok. Her friends, part of her girls club, have requested to fulfill her last wish by taking a road trip with her body in a Range Rover hearse from the mortuary to her home in Kajiado. This was revealed by Duncan Khaemba, a fellow journalist at NTV, during her memorial mass at the Holy Family Basilica.

A requiem mass for the late journalist Rita Tinina was held at the Holy Family Basilica in Nairobi, marking the beginning of her final journey. The service, attended by family, friends, and media personalities, featured emotional tributes and a procession. Tinina will be buried on March 27 in Narok at the family's home. Key attendees included members of the Nation Media Group, Kenya Editors Guild, and NTV.

Robert Nagila, partner to the late journalist Rita Tinina, shared a heartfelt tribute, reminiscing about their first meeting and the impact of her passing. He highlighted Tinina's beauty, warmth, and stubbornness, and expressed the void her death has left. Nagila emphasized Tinina's deep love for their daughter, Mia Malaikah, and her respect for family. He thanked friends and the media for their support and urged people to celebrate Tinina's life ahead of her burial in Narok.

Rita Tinina's friends, known as the Strong Pillars, will honor her memory by fulfilling a promise to take a road trip in Range Rovers. They will pay for a Range Rover hearse and accompany her on her final journey to Olokirikirai, Mau Narok. The group, comprising Loise, Dorcas Njeri, Judy Gakeni, and J Nyaga, shared emotional tributes, highlighting Rita's role as a cornerstone of their friendship.