The Lower Eastern Times

Kajiado: Four Feared Trapped Collapsed 8-Storey Building

At least four people are feared buried under rubble after part of an eight-storey building under construction collapsed on Saturday morning in the Ole Nairi area of Oloolua Ward, Kajiado North. According to officials from the National Disaster Management Unit, the incident occurred while construction work was still in progress …

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Kawira: Ngirici Is Kirinyaga’s Next Governor

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has publicly backed former Kirinyaga Woman Representative Wangui Ngirici for the Kirinyaga governor seat in the 2027 General Election. Mwangaza announced her support during a political rally in Kirinyaga County, where the two leaders appeared together at a mobilisation event attended by supporters from across …

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Inside Kenya’s New “No-Tomato” Cooking Trend

Rising tomato prices across Kenya are forcing households to change how they cook, with many replacing the once-essential ingredient with cheaper alternatives. Some families have completely dropped tomatoes, relying instead on onions, spices, and traditional cooking methods to keep meals affordable. Others are turning to vegetables like carrots and beetroot, …

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Inside the Race to Replace Joe Sang at KPC

The Kenya Pipeline Company has officially launched the recruitment process for a new Managing Director following the resignation of Joe Sang last month. In a public notice, the company invited qualified candidates to apply for the top position before the May 20 midnight deadline. The successful applicant will serve on …

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Safaricom Hits Historic Sh100 Billion Profit Mark

Safaricom has reported a record-breaking profit of nearly Sh100 billion for the 2025 financial year after net earnings surged by 67.3 per cent to Sh99.7 billion. The telecommunications giant linked the strong performance to innovative products and services that continue to improve customers’ everyday experiences. Click here to join our …

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Justice Warsame Sworn in as Supreme Court Judge

Mohamed Warsame has officially taken oath as a Judge of the Supreme Court of Kenya during a swearing-in ceremony held at State House. Justice Warsame becomes the 14th judge to join Kenya’s highest court after the Judiciary moved to fill the vacancy left by the late Mohammed Ibrahim, who passed …

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Why Is The Mugumo Tree So Special Among The Agikuyu

By: Patrick Karanja, Jewel Technical College Across the green hills and quiet villages of Kenya stands a tree unlike any other—the mugumo tree. To some, it is a symbol of life and tradition. To others, it is a place of deep mystery, fear, and unseen power. For generations, this enormous …

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Why Some Women Cheat Shortly After Marriage

Infidelity is often thought to happen later in relationships, but experts say it can begin much earlier—even within the first few months of marriage. Specialists explain that cheating is rarely triggered by a single cause. Instead, it often stems from a mix of unmet expectations, personal experiences, and the overall …

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Jimi Wanjigi: Ruto is Finished, Don’t Follow Him

Safina Party leader Jimi Wanjigi has strongly criticised William Ruto, claiming his political influence is fading and cautioning supporters against backing him. Speaking at a rally, Wanjigi said he knows the President well and argued that his time in power is coming to an end, warning that those who align …

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What killed Obwaka? Postmortem Findings Finally Out

Job Obwaka died from cardiac arrest, a postmortem conducted on Tuesday has confirmed. The examination, witnessed by his family at Lee Funeral Home, was carried out by three pathologists representing the government, the family, and the defence. All were in agreement that the cause of death was linked to an …

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