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

Reactions to EAC-SADC Summit

The joint Southern Africa Development Community (SADC)–East Africa Community (EAC) Heads of State and Government Summit on the security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) just concluded in Tanzania on Saturday, February 8, 2025.

The Joint Summit that was chaired by President William Ruto is expected to continue attracting mixed reactions based on the resolutions that were made.

Resumption of direct negotiations and dialogue with all state and non-state parties, including the M23 rebels, is one of the resolutions that were made.

The Joint Summit also called for the implementation of the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) of the harmonized plan for neutralization of FDLR and the lifting of Rwanda’s defensive measures/disengagement of forces from the DRC, as agreed in the Luanda process.

“The Joint Summit called for the implementation of the Concept of Operations (CONOPS) of the harmonized plan for neutralization of FDLR and the lifting of Rwanda’s defensive measures/disengagement of forces from the DRC as agreed in the Luanda process. The Joint Summit directed that a Joint Meeting of Ministers of EAC and SADC convene within thirty days to deliberate on: (a) the Report of the Joint Meeting of CDFs on the ceasefire and cessation of hostilities; (b) establishment of a secretariat-level technical coordination mechanism to monitor implementation of the Joint Summit Decisions; (c) an elaborate roadmap detailing immediate, medium, and long-term implementation measures, including financing modalities,” the statement from the Joint Summit read.

FKF Premier League

Several matches have been lined up for today in the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Premier League.

AFC Leopards, currently fourth with 29 points, will be keen to solidify their position when they host Kariobangi Sharks at Dandora Stadium. Leopards have shown flashes of brilliance this season, and a win would keep them within touching distance of the top three.

Meanwhile, KCB, also on 29 points, take on Murang’a Seal in Machakos. With the race for continental qualification heating up, both Leopards and KCB know that every point matters.

Posta Rangers, bottom of the log with 17 points, face a daunting task against seventh-placed Shabana FC.

Make a plan for this weekend's fixtures 📝

Which game are you most excited for? 👀 #FKFPL pic.twitter.com/OXcEgmZxTP

— FKF Premier League (@Officialfkfpl) February 3, 2025

Politicians in churches

Political leaders are expected to flock different churches across the country and as per their norm, they will take to the church podiums to make various political statements.

Comments on the recent court ruling that declared the Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya coalition as the majority party in the National Assembly are expected to dominate the political remarks that will be made.

Other political leaders may also comment on President William Ruto’s recent move to lift vetting in the process of issuing ID cards to residents of the regions near the Kenyan boarders, especially the North Eastern region.