The forum provided a platform to review ongoing development programmes, strengthen collaboration and identify interventions aimed at accelerating economic growth and expanding opportunities for Kenyans.

The Secretary General also stressed the need to increase public awareness of the EAC integration process and demonstrate its practical benefits to citizens across the region.

On Wednesday, the National Police Service (NPS) publicly commended citizens and political actors rather than warning them.

The rice and meat concealed a pair of pliers and a shear, allegedly intended to help the suspects break out of custody, the Director of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said.

Stakeholders warned that deforestation, pollution, uncontrolled water abstraction and climate change are putting increasing pressure on the shared ecosystem.

The World Athletics Council confirmed Nairobi’s selection during its 242nd meeting in Budapest, Hungary, following a competitive bidding process that also featured London, Rome and Munich.

The move comes at a critical point for Jubilee, which has already positioned Dr Matiang’i as its presidential candidate for the 2027 General Election.

NOC-K President Shadrack Maluki congratulated Athletics Kenya, the Government, the bid team, athletes and Kenyans for securing the right to host the prestigious global athletics event.

Mvurya said the award was the result of years of investment in athletics, sports infrastructure, athlete development and Kenya’s capacity to stage major international competitions.

The National Assembly Public Investments Committee on Governance and Education also demanded documents to verify the investment and establish whether it had the required approvals.