The Lower Eastern Times

IEBC Launches 30-Day Voter Registration Drive

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has announced a 30-day Enhanced Continuous Voter Registration (ECVR) exercise set to begin on Monday, March 30, 2026. The nationwide drive will run daily until April 28, aiming to increase voter registration and make the process more accessible to eligible Kenyans. Click here …

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Two Shot in Armed Robbery at Siaya MPesa Shop

Two people sustained injuries during an armed robbery at an MPesa shop in Ondisore Market, Gem Wagai sub-county, Siaya County. Police reported that the incident occurred around 9:00 p.m. on Thursday when five armed men on two motorcycles with hidden number plates stormed the shop, shooting the victims before fleeing. …

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KOKO Networks Sets First Creditors’ Meeting Following Kenya Exit

KOKO Networks has scheduled its inaugural creditors’ meeting for April 10, 2026, as administrators work to decide the company’s next steps after exiting the Kenyan market. A notice filed under the Insolvency Act indicates the virtual meeting will allow creditors to review proposals from the joint administrators and confirm claims …

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CA Wins Legal Nod to Revoke Standard Media Licences

The Communications and Multimedia Appeals Tribunal has approved the Communications Authority of Kenya’s (CA) move to cancel six broadcasting licences held by Standard Media Group PLC due to unpaid fees totaling Sh48.87 million. In its ruling, the tribunal dismissed the media house’s appeal, confirming that the planned revocation was lawful …

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Two Killed During Mob Violence at Watamu Hospital

Police in Kilifi County have reported that two people died following violent mob unrest in Garoda, Watamu. The fatalities occurred after one of the victims, who had been shot during the chaos, died in hospital on Friday, a day after the unrest began. Authorities said two civilians were struck by …

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Kericho Mass Grave: Autopsies Reveal Shocking Causes of Death

Postmortem results on eight additional bodies recovered from a mass grave in Kericho have shown varying causes of death as investigations intensify. The examinations, carried out on March 27, 2026, were conducted by a team of government pathologists led by Dr. Richard Njoroge, Dr. Donar Nyahunga, and Dr. Naomi Ariaga. …

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Keter Clinches UDA Ticket in Emurua Dikirr Mini-Poll

David Kipsang Keter has secured the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) nomination for the Emurua Dikirr parliamentary by-election following a tightly contested exercise ahead of the May 14 vote. Keter won the party ticket after garnering 13,749 votes, edging out Bernard Kipkoech Ngeno, who polled 13,394 votes. The nomination drew significant …

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Ruto To Envoys: Go Sell Kenya to the World

President William Ruto has called on Kenyan ambassadors and envoys to intensify efforts in advancing the country’s economic and strategic interests abroad, pointing to improved economic stability and rising investor confidence as a strong foundation for global engagement. Speaking at the opening of the 19th Ambassadors’ Conference in Nairobi, Ruto …

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Gachagua: My Brother’s Estate Was Distributed as Per his Will

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has spoken out on a family succession issue involving the estate of his late brother, Nderitu Gachagua, stating that the process followed the provisions of the deceased’s will. In an interview, Gachagua noted that inheritance matters are handled by the courts, urging anyone with concerns …

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Man Gunned Down in Bandit Ambush in Meru

A 38-year-old man lost his life after suspected bandits ambushed a group searching for stolen livestock in Kongo Itari, Tigania East, Meru County. Police reported that another person was seriously injured and is receiving treatment in hospital, triggering outrage among residents. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The attack …

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