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

Responses to Gachagua’s interview

Various political leaders are expected to give their responses to claims made by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday night, April 7, 2025.

In a tell-it-all interview, Gachagua fired back at his former boss, raising concerns over issues relating to graft and diplomatic interferences.

Ruto allies are expected to respond to some of the claims starting Tuesday, April 8, 2025, and going on throughout the week.

Murkomen’s tour to continue

Tuesday April 8, 2025 will mark the second day of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen’s tour in the coastal region.

The Cabinet Secretary will evaluate ongoing security operations targeting gangs, including the Panga Boys and Al Shabaab operatives.

During these visits, he is set to engage with leaders, regional and county security teams, National Government Administration Officers (NGAOs), and peace committees to enhance security strategies.

During his Monday, April 7, 2025, tour, Murkomen pitched camp in Mombasa County where he engaged with various groups.

IEBC interviews

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) selection panel will continue with their interviews on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.

Various candidates who expressed interest and were shortlisted are expected to appear before the Nelson Makanda-led panel starting from 8:00 am.

Among those lined up to face the panel are Israel Gwiyo Ruhu, Jacinta Tre’sa Ismail, Jackson Ndere Kiboro, James Galgalo Jarsom and James Leiro Letangule.

MPs sittings

Members of the National Assembly are also expected in Parliament on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. This is after the resumption of sittings after a short recess.

Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Masika Wetang’ula, already communicated key issues that will be deliberated during this April period.

School games begin

Starting Tuesday April 8, 2025, Mombasa County will be the epicenter of secondary school sports, with Shimo la Tewa Boys High School, Mama Ngina Girls High School, Shanzu Teachers College, and Aga Khan Academy, all playing host to the action-packed games.

The games will kick off with an official opening ceremony at Shanzu Teachers Training College, setting the tone for a thrilling week ahead.

Tuesday Morning Fixtures

Rugby:

Upper Hill vs Mang’u

Serani vs All Saints

Handball Girls:

N.E vs Sacred Heart

Kamusinga vs Dagoreti Mixed

Hockey Girls:

St. Joseph vs St. Charles

AIC vs Mwiki
Hockey Boys:

St. Anthony vs Hospital Hill

Ring vs St. Charles

Basketball Boys:
Dr. Agrey vs Dagoreti

Pioneer vs Kamusinga