The Kenyan government has eased its previously firm position against Tata Chemicals Magadi, according to Capital FM. Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Joho has authorised the formation of a joint technical committee to review the ongoing dispute involving the company's operations in Magadi. The move, reported on September 8 from Nairobi, signals a shift toward dialogue and negotiated resolution between the government and the mining firm, replacing the tougher stance authorities had earlier adopted in the disagreement.

Kenyan official Joho has stated that Tata Chemicals Magadi owes Kajiado County Sh17 billion and the local community Sh1 billion, according to Capital FM Business. He announced that the government will advertise for new management of Lake Magadi operations, requiring prospective investors to demonstrate how their operations would benefit both the local community and the country. The move signals a potential change in how the soda ash mining operations at Lake Magadi will be managed going forward.

Dina Pule, the former communications minister who oversaw a challenging period in the ICT sector, has returned to the cabinet, according to TechCentral. Her previous tenure was marked by significant difficulties within the telecommunications industry.

The Ad Hoc Committee is set to reconvene in person next week to finalize their report regarding allegations made by Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi. A key member of the committee is expected to testify before the Madlanga Commission during this session.

Chemical and Allied Products (CAP) Plc has announced the appointment of Mr. Jethro Iruobe as Executive Director and Mr. Olutola Bella as Company Secretary, marking significant changes in its leadership team. The announcement was made public through Nairametrics.

A parliamentary committee in South Africa has backed Advocate Ntuthuzelo Vanara for the position of Acting Head of the Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC), while calling for a rebuild of the institution's image. Dr Mmusi Maimane said his party, Build One South Africa (BOSA), welcomes Vanara's appointment. The move signals support for interim leadership of the anti-corruption body as it seeks to restore credibility.