In a heartfelt address to the residents of Mwingi Central Ward, Hon. Benard Mwangangi Sila, the Member of County Assembly (MCA), expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve. Reflecting on the progress made during the financial year 2023/2024, Hon. Benard Mwangangi Sila credited the collaborative efforts between local leadership …
Read More »Uganda:15-Year-Old Boy Kills his Father
A 15-year-old boy has been apprehended by the police for fatally harming his 50-year-old biological father, who had returned home intoxicated in Kassanda District, Uganda. The tragic event occurred on March 7, 2024, in Katovu village, Kamuli Sub County, during a family dispute. The spokesperson for Wamala Regional Police, Rachel …
Read More »Man Utd Secures 2-0 Win Over Everton
Manchester United responded with a 2-0 win over Everton at Old Trafford, capitalizing on two first-half penalty kicks. Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford converted the penalties, extending Everton’s winless streak in the Premier League to 11 games. The victory keeps United’s Champions League hopes alive, narrowing the gap with fourth-placed …
Read More »Mwingi: 48-Year-Old Woman Murdered, Head Missing
Authorities in Mwingi, Kitui County, are probing the killing of Margaret Kavisa John, a 48-year-old woman whose decapitated body was discovered on Monday, March 4, 2024, along the roadside in Mbagwani village, Kakongo sub-location, Kairungu location of Mwingi Central. According to Eastern Regional Commander Joseph Ole Napeiyan, the incident was …
Read More »Thika: Where Bicycles Outshine Motorcycle-Boda Bodas
In a surprising twist to the transportation landscape, Thika, a bustling town in Kenya, has emerged as a hub where bicycles reign supreme over the more conventional motorcycle-boda bodas. While boda bodas have long been the favored mode of transport across the nation, Thika’s residents have embraced bicycles as a …
Read More »Embu: Blaze Renders Families Homeless
Several families in Shauri Slums, Embu Town, are now grappling with homelessness following a devastating fire that ravaged their dwellings on Monday afternoon. Despite the conflagration erupting at 2 PM, fortunately, there were no reported injuries. However, the inferno swiftly engulfed the homes, leaving behind a trail of destruction of …
Read More »Nakuru County Expands Access to Subsidized Fertilizer to Boost Farming
In a bid to enhance accessibility and affordability of fertilizer for local farmers, the Nakuru County government has inaugurated additional stores strategically located across various wards. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial burden and logistical challenges faced by farmers in acquiring agricultural inputs. Leonard Bor, the County Executive Committee …
Read More »Unpaid Levy Fees at Rai Cement Soar to Sh11M
An audit has uncovered that Rai Cement company neglected to settle levy fees amounting to Sh3.9 million in the fiscal year concluded in June 2023, contributing to its total outstanding dues over the years reaching Sh10.7 million. Examination of records revealed that the cement levy payments made by the company …
Read More »Avocado Exports: Kenya’s Valuable Economic Asset
Dubbed the “Green Gold” of Kenya, avocados are increasingly recognized as a significant contributor to the country’s economic prosperity. Last year, they constituted a notable 17% of total horticultural exports, positioning Kenya among the top avocado-producing nations globally, competing with established producers like the United States, Mexico, and Colombia. During …
Read More »Bukhungu Stadium Revamp Worth Sh1.4bn Commences Ahead of CHAN in September
Governor Fernandes Barasa of Kakamega has confirmed that the renovations at Bukhungu Stadium are underway and on track to be completed in time for the African Nations Championship (CHAN) matches later this year. During an inspection of the stadium, which is being upgraded in collaboration with the national government to …
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The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye