The Lower Eastern Times

Sh2.5M per Player if Stars Down Zambia – Ruto

President William Ruto has promised a hefty reward to Harambee Stars ahead of their decisive clash with Zambia, pledging Sh2.5 million to each player and technical bench member if they win on Sunday, August 17. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking after the team’s 1-0 triumph over Morocco …

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Ruto Reveals Reason for Missing Harambee Stars vs Morocco Showdown

President William Ruto has revealed why he was absent during Harambee Stars’ stunning 1-0 win over Morocco in the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) at Kasarani Stadium on Sunday. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Addressing the national team at their hotel, Ruto apologised, explaining that he returned late …

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Kisumu Nurses Halt Protest to Donate Blood for Crash Survivors

Kisumu nurses on strike have suspended their planned Monday street demonstrations to show solidarity with victims of a tragic road accident that claimed 26 lives along the Kisumu–Kakamega highway. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Instead of marching to Governor Anyang’ Nyong’o’s office, members of the Kenya National Union …

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Samidoh Appears in Court Over Jeff Mwathi Death Inquest

Mugithi musician and police officer Samuel Muchoki, better known as Samidoh, has taken the stand to testify in the ongoing inquest into the death of interior designer Jeff Mwathi. The proceedings come months after Mwathi’s death, which stirred national debate and widespread calls for justice. More details to follow…

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UK High Commissioner Neil Wigan to Leave Kenya in August

British High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan will conclude his two-year tenure at the end of August before taking up a new role as Director General Strategy and Delivery at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) in London. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement, Wigan …

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PS Muthoni Warns Hospitals Against Charging for Outpatient Services

Public Health Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni has cautioned administrators of Level 2, Level 3, and sub-county hospitals against demanding payment from patients seeking outpatient care, in line with President William Ruto’s directive. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking in Kirinyaga Central on Sunday, Muthoni said the Ministry will …

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Parliament Halts Hiring of 38 Security Wardens

The Parliamentary Service Commission (PSC) has abruptly cancelled its planned recruitment of 38 Security Wardens, just weeks after inviting applications for the positions. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The affected vacancies, advertised under reference PSC/PJS/01/2025, were meant to fill roles involving security enforcement within Parliament, including access control, …

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Construction of Sh35 Billion Galana Kulalu Dam Set to Begin

The government is set to commence the construction of a Sh35 billion dam at the Galana Kulalu Irrigation Project, a move expected to significantly boost Kenya’s food security. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Treasury Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo announced on Friday that a contractor has already been identified …

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Eldoret Man Receives Parcel Containing Human Fingers and Bullets

Police in Eldoret are investigating a disturbing incident in which a man received a package containing three severed human fingers and six live bullets. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The man told officers that on Friday he was contacted by an unknown caller claiming to have a parcel …

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Wedding Turns to Mourning as Four Die in Makueni Accident

Tragedy struck in Makueni County when a family of four, including a bride-to-be, died in a road accident while returning from a dowry payment ceremony in Kitui. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The deceased bride-to-be, 42-year-old Jackline Kasau, a teacher at St. Mary’s Kinyambu Girls’ Secondary School, was …

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