AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoEbola Alert: Kenya confirmed a second Ebola case in a close relative of its first patient, who died earlier this month. The 39-year-old was already in quarantine when symptoms emerged; officials say there is no evidence of wider community spread. Cost of Living: Fuel prices rose, with petrol up 6% and diesel 4.5% amid higher import costs linked to Middle East tensions. The government extended a reduced 8% VAT rate on fuel until January. ODM Politics: Winnie Odinga declared she will seek the Nairobi Senate seat in 2027, and deputy leader Simba Arati promised fair party nominations. Ruth Odinga, meanwhile, warned she may leave ODM if it fails to stand for justice and democracy. Infrastructure Finance: Kenya Pipeline is weighing infrastructure bonds and bonus shares to preserve cash for major projects, as a planned Sh6 billion dividend would reduce its reserves. Manufacturing: The Kenya Association of Manufacturers is seeking to overturn a 433% tax increase on imported industrial sugar, warning it could raise production costs and threaten jobs.
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