Lighthouse Issue XXXI - July 26th 2025

In this week’s Lighthouse,

Ruto Launches Global Live Coverage of Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara

The President said the broadcast of the annual spectacle, often referred to as the eighth wonder of the world, was part of a broader campaign to boost international tourist arrivals, with a target of five million visitors by 2027.

SBM Bank Kenya Bounces Back With Sh202m Half-Year Profit

The wholly owned subsidiary of Mauritian lender–SBM Group Holdings has made a turnaround from a Sh943.1 million loss during the same period last year.

New Bill Could Allow President to Award 'Senior Counsel' Title to Politicians, Civil Servants

The Advocates (Amendment) Bill, 2025, now before the National Assembly, outlines a broader approach to awarding the distinguished rank.

Koome Faults DPP for Citing Her to Justify Terrorism Charges Against Protestors

The ODPP had on Monday quoted the Koome’s description of the Kikuyu incident as “an act of terrorism” along with references to the Prevention of Terrorism Act, to support the threshold for terrorism charges.

Israel and US Leave Gaza Ceasefire Talks in Qatar

The Israeli government did not say what triggered its withdrawal, but a senior Israeli official was quoted in local media as saying there was "no collapse" in the negotiations.

CAF gives Venues Thumbs-Up; says Kenya Ready for CHAN

CS Mvurya urged Kenyans to turn out in large numbers to support the national team, Harambee Stars.

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