Summary of The Daily Nation Newspaper -July 18,2025
Page 1: Daily Nation Newspaper reports that six counties received the majority of Sh3.7 trillion in devolution funds, largely due to their high populations, highlighting disparities in resource allocation.gd
Page 2 : Notes the passing of former Kenyan MP Phoebe Asiyo, a pioneering advocate for women’s rights, who championed gender equality and inspired political reforms, including the two-thirds gender rule.
Page 3: Highlights Novartis’ breakthrough with Coarten Baby, the first safe and effective malaria treatment for infants under 5 kg, offering hope in reducing child mortality in malaria-prone regions like Africa.
Page 4: Reiterates that six counties received the bulk of devolution funds (Sh3.7 trillion) over 11 years, with efforts to prioritize marginalized areas, though financial implementation challenges persist.
Page 5 : Reports that the Judiciary is seeking a constitutional amendment to secure a fixed 3.5% of the national budget to ensure stable funding for its operations.
Page 6 : Notes that the ODM party is preparing for its National Delegates Convention in October, which may reshape leadership and strategy amid internal divisions and its alliance with President Ruto’s UDA.
Page 7: Highlights MPs demanding arrests over Mt Kenya chaos, blaming unarmed individuals for unrest that left over 30 dead and properties destroyed during Saba Saba protests.
Page 9 : Reports that the IEBC faces legal and logistical challenges as it prepares to conduct 22 mini-polls within 90 days of parliamentary vacancies, operating without a full board.
Page 10 : Notes that Al-Shabaab killed three Kenyan soldiers in Lamu via an explosive attack, while the DPP seeks Sh2 billion to improve justice delivery amid systemic challenges.
Page 13 : Reveals a Transparency International report identifying Kenyan police as the most bribery-prone public servants, with 72.2% of respondents encountering corruption during interactions.
Page 16: Reports the government paused reclassifying hardship areas after protests from teachers and civil servants fearing allowance cuts, with further consultations promised.
Pages 17-20 : Features an opinion highlighting Kenya’s visa-free policy for African nationals, aimed at boosting trade and tourism, though critics warn of potential migration strains and crime risks.
Page 25 : Notes Sudanese families fleeing conflict find refuge in North Darfur, while Tanzania cracks down on cannabis farms, and a mall fire in Iraq kills 60.
Page 26 : Reports a 49.2% surge in Kenya’s road tax revenue to Sh120.2 billion, with fuel levies also rising significantly in the 2024/2025 financial year.
Page 34 : Highlights amateur golfer Balala’s bid for a fourth Kabete Open title as professionals compete in the KAGC series’ 16th leg at Ruiru Sports Club.
Page 35: Notes Kenya’s World Athletics trials at Ulinzi Sports Complex, featuring foreign-based athletes vying for Tokyo slots amid fierce competition.
Page 36: Reports Sports CS Mvurya urging fans to support Harambee Stars in upcoming CHAN matches, with Kenya set to host games at Nyayo Stadium.