The Lower Eastern Times

CS Kinyanjui Leads Alumni to Rescue KU Med Student

Dancan Barongo, a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery student at Kenyatta University, is receiving a new lease on life after his heartbreaking story aired on Citizen TV, sparking a wave of public sympathy and support. The 25-year-old orphan, who had been in his fifth year of medical school, was forced …

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Hungry Suspect Asks Court for Milk and Bread Before Prison Transfer

Nelson Ibrahim Kidero, alias Nelson Muriithi, stunned the Milimani Law Courts after telling Principal Magistrate Ben Mark Ekhubi that he was hungry and wanted milk and bread before being sent back to prison. Kidero, who previously claimed President William Ruto was his father and that he had unlawfully accessed Bunge …

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Afghan women lose their ‘last hope’ as Taliban shuts down internet

By: BBC Fahima Noori had big dreams when she graduated from university in Afghanistan. She had studied law, graduated from a midwifery programme and even worked in a mental health clinic.   But all that was taken away when the Taliban swept into power in 2021. They banned girls over …

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High Court Denies Bail to Ex-Nairobi Central OCS, Co-Accused in Blogger Murder Case

The High Court has declined to grant bail to former Nairobi Central Police Station OCS Samson Kiprotich Talaam and five other senior officers charged with the killing of a blogger inside the station. In her ruling, Justice Diana Kadveza ordered that the accused remain in custody until key witnesses, particularly …

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Babu Owino Backs Kalonzo for 2027 Presidency

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has thrown his weight behind Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, endorsing him as the ideal opposition candidate for the 2027 presidential race. Speaking on Monday at the Wiper headquarters in Karen, the outspoken legislator lauded Kalonzo for holding the opposition together, arguing that he is …

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IEBC Begins Continuous Voter Registration Ahead of 2027 Polls

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) on September 29, 2025 rolled out the continuous voter registration exercise as part of preparations for the 2027 General Election. The exercise was officially launched in Kajiado County and will be extended to all other counties. Voter registration had last been halted in …

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DTB Opens 90th Branch in Nairobi’s Kilimani

Diamond Trust Bank (DTB) has launched its 90th branch in Kilimani, Nairobi, marking another milestone in its nationwide expansion plan. The branch, situated along Lenana Road, will provide a full suite of services including personal and business accounts, loans, mortgages, cards, insurance, and investment solutions. DTB’s Director of Retail Banking, …

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13 Dead in Gilgil Crash, Children Among the Injured

Thirteen people lost their lives on Sunday afternoon in a tragic road accident near Kikopey, Gilgil, along the Nakuru–Nairobi highway. According to Nakuru County Police Commander Emmanuel Opuru, the victims were in a 14-seater matatu headed to Nakuru when it collided head-on with a semi-trailer. Click here to join our …

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The Kaluma Boy Story — How One Son’s Sacrifice Ignited a Wave of Kindness in Kenya

The tale of “Kaluma Boy” is not just another viral sensation but a moving story of sacrifice, resilience, and the unifying power of community in the digital era. In a country often defined by economic hardships and social inequality, the story of 17-year-old Vincent Kaluma from Othaya, Nyeri County has …

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Kitui Launches Tourism Circuit to Boost Visitors and Investment

Kitui County has officially rolled out its Tourism Circuit, a landmark project aimed at showcasing the region’s diverse attractions and positioning it as a leading destination in Kenya. Governor Julius Malombe unveiled the circuit on Saturday during World Tourism Day 2025 celebrations at the iconic Nzambani Rock in Kitui East. …

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