The Lower Eastern Times

Kenya Rushes to Protect Tourists After First Ebola Case

The Ministry of Tourism is teaming up with the Ministry of Health to strengthen safety precautions after Kenya confirmed its first Ebola case. Speaking on Wednesday at the 16th Magical Kenya Travel Expo in Nairobi, Tourism CS Rebecca Miano said the government was alert and would do whatever was necessary …

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Sifuna Breaks Silence on Oburu Death Rumours

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has expressed concern over the spread of false information about the health of Siaya Senator and ODM party leader Oburu Oginga, urging the government to act against such reports. Speaking in the Senate on Wednesday, Sifuna said alarming claims had circulated online a day earlier, with …

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Raila Jr Backs Ruto 2027, Declares Kibra MP Bid in Bondo Showdown

Raila Odinga Junior has appealed to the Luo Nyanza community to stand together as he honoured his late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, at the official commissioning of the elder Odinga’s mausoleum. Speaking at Kang’o Ka Jaramogi on Wednesday, Raila Junior thanked President William Ruto for what he described …

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Gachagua: Chivayo Was Ruto’s Money Launderer

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made explosive, unsubstantiated allegations linking President William Ruto to the late Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, claiming the tycoon had been holding money on the President’s behalf and was allegedly involved in a scheme to influence Kenya’s 2027 General Election. Speaking during an engagement with …

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Man Jumps Out of Moving Matatu to Chase Phone Snatcher

A bold phone snatcher pried open the window of a moving matatu in Nairobi, grabbed a passenger’s phone, and bolted — only for the victim to leap out of the vehicle in pursuit. The dramatic scene was captured on video and has since spread widely on social media. Footage shows …

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‘Don’t Repeat the Same Mistake’, Uhuru Tells Kenyans Over Ruto Reelection

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has returned to the political spotlight, delivering a familiar message to his political stronghold with a mix of humor and unmistakable intent. His message: don’t repeat the mistake made in 2022 by re-electing President William Ruto in 2027. The moment carries a sense of political déjà …

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Autopsies Begin for 17 Victims of Salama Road Tragedy

Seventeen pilgrims travelling from Mikindani Catholic Parish in Mombasa to the Subukia Shrine in Nakuru have been identified as the victims who died in a road crash along the Nairobi-Mombasa Highway at Salama, Makueni County. Police also clarified that the driver of the Howo truck involved in the crash did …

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Ghana Bans Preaching on Buses With Jail Terms for Offenders

At Accra’s Neoplan bus station, the sound of worship fills the air before the morning rush, as a small group of Christians gather in prayer, preparing to spread their message aboard vehicles carrying passengers across Ghana. Amid drumming and dancing, Boateng Bismark James leads 13 fellow worshippers — nine men …

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Uhuru Fires Back at Ruto Over Repeated Political Attacks

Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has responded to recent criticism from President William Ruto, accusing the Head of State of inconsistency and urging political leaders to exercise restraint in their exchanges. Speaking on Saturday at the burial of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, in …

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Methu Puts Uhuru on the Spot With Surprise ‘Sponyo’ Joke

Nyandarua Senator John Methu jokingly challenged former President Uhuru Kenyatta to live up to his “sponyo” nickname by giving the public something to associate with the moniker. Methu made the light-hearted remarks on Saturday while delivering his condolences at the funeral of Mwalimu Jackson Karua, father of People’s Liberation Party …

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