Kenya News Brief - Monday, Jul 6, 2026

DCI has arrested a suspect in a Ksh8.6 million fake job scam and is investigating a Westlands robbery. The government will announce measures against payroll fraud Tuesday. President Ruto defended NSSF asset growth amidst a court row over deductions, while DP Kindiki backed the National Infrastructure Fund's role in development and boosting SACCOs. Western Kenya leaders declared support for Ruto ahead of 2027, as DP Gachagua's Coast visit fuels speculation. Ruto asserted his personal campaigning secured Mt Kenya votes in 2022. Tea traders urge the government to scrap a new 0.8 percent export levy, warning of lost competitiveness. Speaker Wetangula praised MPs for passing the Finance Bill 2026. Meanwhile, a disarmament operation is underway in Kerio Valley, with a devastating fire also reported at Machakos market and a family tragedy in Kathiani. This episode features AI-powered summaries of the day's top Kenyan news stories.