Here is what you need to know to keep up to speed with today’s happenings.

Reactions to Madaraka Day speeches

Following the June 1, 2025, Madaraka Day speeches at Raila Odinga Stadium, political leaders and citizens are expected to react today through press conferences or posts.

Raila Odinga’s call for compensation for protest victims and Ruto’s apology to Gen Z have sparked mixed sentiments.

Finance Bill 2025

The Finance and National Planning Committee is holding a county public hearing on the Finance Bill 2025, which began on Saturday in Nairobi, marking the start of hearings across Nandi, Busia, Migori, Trans-Nzoia, Kiambu, Machakos, Kwale, Kilifi, and concluding in Mombasa.

Mashemeji Derby

The 97th Mashemeji Derby between Gor Mahia and AFC Leopards is confirmed for today at Raila Odinga Stadium in Homa Bay, a Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League match starting in the afternoon.

This is the first derby outside Nairobi in nearly a decade, with Gor Mahia chasing a third straight title.

Mash-Up of the Eras music event

The two-day Mash-Up of the Eras music event, featuring music from the 80s to today, concludes today at Nairobi Street Kitchen in Westlands, Nairobi.

This vibrant event offers a nostalgic celebration of diverse music genres, drawing locals and visitors despite the holiday.

International Sex Workers’ Day

International Sex Workers’ Day, also known as International Whores’ Day, is observed globally on June 2 each year to raise awareness about the rights, safety, and well-being of sex workers.

It commemorates the 1975 occupation of Saint-Nizier Church in Lyon, France, by over 100 sex workers protesting exploitative conditions, police harassment, and violence, including murders, which sparked a global movement.

International Volkswagen Bus Day

International Volkswagen Bus Day, celebrated globally on June 2, honours the iconic VW Bus, a symbol of freedom, adventure, and counterculture since its debut in the 1950s.

The day is marked by car enthusiasts, collectors, and communities worldwide through activities like vintage bus showcases, road trips, or social media tributes showcasing restored models or nostalgic stories.

2. Juni 2025 – VW Bus-Tag
Am 2. Juni ist es wieder so weit: Fans des legendären VW-Busses feiern weltweit den VW Bus-Tag (International Volkswagen Bus Day).#Aktionstag #Automobil #Fahrzeug #VWBusTaghttps://t.co/qEiIoDQz8O pic.twitter.com/gf7HaPPLWk

— Besserwisser-Kalender (@BesserwisserK) June 2, 2025