Preparations for the Africa Forward Summit 2026 are complete after the official handover of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs ahead of the event scheduled for May 11–12, 2026. The handover ceremony took place on Saturday evening and was led by Tourism Cabinet Secretary …
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Police have launched investigations into the murder of a five-year-old boy whose body was discovered dumped in a tea plantation in Borabu Sub-County, Nyamira County. The child, a PP1 pupil at Jayden Academy, was found dead on Friday afternoon, May 8, in a tea farm under troubling circumstances. Click here …
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A Volkswagen car burst into flames after being involved in a road accident in Athi River, Machakos County, on Sunday morning. According to Athi River East Subcounty police commander Anderson Mbae, the crash involved the Volkswagen Golf and a Mercedes Actros trailer. The incident was recorded at Athi River Police …
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The contest for the Ol Kalou parliamentary seat has intensified after former MCA Sammy Ngotho secured the Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) ticket ahead of the July 16, 2026 by-election. Ngotho won the party primaries with 12,957 votes, defeating his nearest rival Paul Waiganjo, who garnered 4,978 votes. Click …
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Mother’s Day is a special celebration dedicated to honoring mothers and recognizing their love, care, and contributions to families and society. It is observed in many countries around the world, though the dates and traditions may vary. The Meaning of Mother’s Day Mother’s Day is a time to appreciate the …
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Kenyan vehicle number plates follow a distinctive colour system that often raises questions, especially among new drivers and visitors: why are the plates white at the front and yellow at the back? The answer lies in road safety, vehicle visibility, and international best practices adopted by Kenya over the years. …
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Motorists and residents in Nairobi should expect major traffic interruptions and increased security operations from Sunday, May 10, to Tuesday, May 12, during the Africa Forward Summit. The high-level summit, co-hosted by President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron, will bring together about 30 heads of state, along with …
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At least six people were killed and several others injured after armed attackers ambushed a passenger matatu in Mandera East Constituency. Police said the attack happened on Saturday morning, with preliminary investigations pointing to suspected al-Shabaab militants, although the motive had not been officially confirmed. Click here to join our …
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The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Referees Committee, in collaboration with the Instructors’ Technical Group, has suspended three referees after reviewing their performances in recent SportPesa League matches. In a statement, FKF said the disciplinary action followed a virtual meeting held on April 30, 2026, where officials examined match videos, assessors’ …
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Detectives in Murang’a County are probing the killing of a 35-year-old man and the serious assault of another following allegations of goat theft. Police said the incident happened on Thursday, May 8, in Thangathi village. Officers who responded to the scene discovered the body of John Kamau Maina lying beside …
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The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye
