The Lower Eastern Times

Woman on the Run After Stabbing Husband in Ruiru

Police in Kiambu County are searching for a 35-year-old woman accused of fatally stabbing her husband during a domestic dispute in Kihunguro, Ruiru, on Sunday, October 26, 2025. The deceased, identified as George Murage, was found critically injured in his living room following an argument with his wife, who fled …

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Thousands of Kenyans Rally in Embu to Support Mama Gift

Just days after the Kaluma Boy story captured national attention, Kenyans have once again united in a powerful show of compassion—this time for Mama Gift, a single mother from Gathoge, Embu County. On Sunday, October 26, 2025, a massive crowd gathered at Njukiri Showground to support Mama Gift, whose son, …

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Mystery as Man’s Body Dumped on Road in Vihiga

Police in Vihiga County have launched investigations following the murder of a 45-year-old man whose body was found dumped along a road in Ingalwa village, Kegondi. The deceased, identified as Meshack Sindani Mengo, had stab wounds to the chest and neck. Officers suspect the killing occurred elsewhere before the body …

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Major Blow to Cartels: Kenya Seizes Sh8.2B Meth at Port

Authorities have arrested six foreign nationals after intercepting a massive consignment of methamphetamine valued at Sh8.2 billion at the Port of Mombasa. The seizure followed a coordinated operation by the National Police Service (NPS) after the Kenya Navy intercepted a vessel suspected of transporting narcotics into the country, about 600 …

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Top 10 African Countries with the Highest fuel Prices in October 2025

Long queues at gas stations, higher transportation charges, and rising food prices have become everyday reminders that when oil prices rise, every sector suffers. One example of rising energy costs in recent weeks lies in Egypt. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The North African country announced a new …

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TikTokers Issue Tearful Apologies to Raila Odinga Jr over Mocking Challenge

Several Kenyans who went viral for mocking Raila Odinga Junior have issued emotional apologies following widespread backlash over their insensitive TikTok videos. The remorseful creators took to the platform to express regret after participating in a “challenge” that ridiculed Raila Junior’s facial appearance—just days after the burial of his father, …

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Major Traffic Alert: Nairobi Roads to Be Shut for Marathon

The National Police Service has announced temporary road closures and traffic diversions in Nairobi ahead of the 2025 Standard Chartered Marathon, set for Sunday, October 26. According to a notice released Saturday, the restrictions will begin at midnight on October 25 and remain in effect until 2 p.m. on race …

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Four Arrested as Gun Snatched at Raila Burial Recovered

Police in Kisumu have arrested four suspects and recovered a Jericho pistol believed to have been stolen from a police officer during the burial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo, Siaya County. The suspects were cornered at a hideout in Mbeme following intelligence reports that they were armed. …

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“Pure Cotton” or Pure Lies? Kenyans Drag Always and Pampers to Court

Over 2,800 Kenyan consumers have taken global sanitary and baby product manufacturers to court, accusing them of false advertising and deceptive labeling. The petition, filed at the High Court in Nairobi, targets Procter & Gamble — makers of Always and Pampers — and Kimberly-Clark, producers of Kotex and Huggies. Represented …

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Europe Goes Wild for Kenyan Herbs and Spices

Kenya is setting its sights on the European market with plans to expand exports of herbs and spices, capitalising on the surging global demand for sustainable and natural health products. The Kenyan Embassy in Belgium revealed that the country aims to diversify its export base beyond traditional products like tea, …

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