Traffic congestion has intensified along Mombasa Road due to flooding near Cabanas, following a spell of heavy rainfall. Footage obtained by The Lower Eastern Times reveals numerous vehicles stranded amidst impassable floodwaters, causing significant disruption to travel. ALSO READ: Kenya Floods: Death Toll Mounts to 219, 72 Missing Amid Heavy Rains …

Two individuals, including a young boy, were harmed in Rapogi Village, Migori County, amid a confrontation between opposing political factions during a funeral. The clash ensued between groups supporting Migori Governor Ochilo Ayacko and those backing Uriri MP Mark Nyamita. Amidst the chaos, gunfire erupted, prompting attendees to flee for …

A Nairobi woman has been apprehended for posing as a detective from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). Ms. Ezely Omwoyo, alias ‘Jacinta’ is suspected of deceiving government officials, contractors, suppliers, and the public, allegedly swindling them out of large sums of money. By masquerading as a prominent “Anti-Corruption Lawyer …

As the death toll from flooding in Kenya climbs to 219, with 72 people still missing, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki issues a cautionary plea for citizens to be vigilant on the roads amidst forecasts of heavy rainfall across the nation this weekend. According to an update released on May …

Former Kamukunji OCS Chief Inspector Samir Yunus, previously charged with sexually assaulting a policewoman at a station, has been acquitted by a Nairobi court due to insufficient evidence. In a ruling issued on April 30 by Milimani principal Magistrate Robinson Ondieki, Yunus was cleared of allegations of misusing his authority …

In a bid to make his mark on the global stage, Kenyan comedian I Am Dezmond has set his sights on an audacious goal: securing a place in the Guinness World Records. Renowned for his unconventional style and unique comedic flair, Dezmond, is no stranger to pushing boundaries. Now, he’s …

The leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, has expressed his solidarity with Kenya in the face of devastating floods that have caused loss of life and extensive damage to infrastructure and property. Via X, formerly Twitter, Pope Francis conveyed his spiritual closeness to the Kenyan people and his deep …

Six individuals were rescued from inundated residences in Kitengela, Kajiado County, subsequent to a substantial rainfall on Wednesday morning. The Kenya Red Cross, in an update at 7 a.m., reported ongoing search efforts in areas including Deliverance Road, Balozi Road, Baraka Road, Blessed Court, New Valley, Changombe, and KAG. ALSO …

The Kenya National Highways Authority has declared the closure of a segment of Thika Road at Kahawa Sukari Drift, extending from Kahawa Barracks to Kenyatta University, due to heavy rainfall in the city. Motorists traveling to Thika are advised to utilize Kiambu Road, then divert onto Northern Bypass towards Ruiru …

Addressing the nation on Labour Day at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, President William Ruto appealed to doctors to end their strike, assuring them that the government is committed to addressing their grievances, albeit over an unspecified period. Acknowledging financial constraints, Ruto stated that while the government is prepared to address …