The Lower Eastern Times

Gov’t Using Roadblocks to Intimidate Public, Claims MP Robert Mbui

Kathiani MP Robert Mbui has accused the government of using heavy-handed tactics to suppress the Saba Saba protests, alleging that roadblocks set up across the country are meant to intimidate citizens and project State authority. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking to Citizen TV on Monday, Mbui criticized …

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Heavy Police Presence in Mombasa Over Saba Saba Protests

Mombasa has seen a significant police presence this morning as the city braces for the planned Saba Saba Day protests scheduled for July 7. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Most businesses within the central business district kept their doors closed early Monday amid growing security concerns. Anti-riot officers …

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King’s Message of Unity for 7/7 attack Anniversary

King Charles has called on people to stand united “against those who would seek to divide us”, in a message marking the 20th anniversary of the 7/7 attacks in London. He condemned the “senseless acts of evil” that saw bombs detonated on the capital’s public transport system, killing 52 people …

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Elon Musk says he is launching new political party

By: BBC Elon Musk says he is launching a new political party, weeks after dramatically falling out with US President Donald Trump. The billionaire announced on his social media platform X that he had set up the America Party, billing it as a challenge to the Republican and Democratic two-party …

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Madaraka Express Back on Track After Sudden Suspension Sparks Outrage

Kenya Railways has resumed the Madaraka Express passenger train service between Mombasa and Nairobi following an abrupt suspension on Sunday night that triggered widespread public criticism and speculation. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement released early Monday, Kenya Railways blamed the disruption on a “technical hitch” …

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Constable Mukhwana in Court Over Blogger’s Death

Police Constable James Mukhwana is expected to appear before the Milimani Magistrate’s Court today in connection with the death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Mukhwana, alongside OCS Samson Talaam and other suspects, faces murder charges following investigations by the Independent Policing Oversight …

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CJ Koome, Supreme Court Judges Battle JSC in Court

A petition involving Chief Justice Martha Koome and four other Supreme Court judges against the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) will be heard today by a three-judge bench of the High Court. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The judges are contesting the JSC’s directive requiring them to respond to …

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Court to Rule on State Order Requiring Kenyans to Submit IMEI Numbers

The High Court is expected to deliver its verdict in a case contesting the government’s directive for Kenyans to register the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) numbers of their mobile phones. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Justice Chacha Mwita will issue the ruling following a legal challenge by …

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List of Nairobi Roads Blocked Over Saba Saba Protests

Nairobi motorists are experiencing significant disruptions this Monday morning as police have set up numerous roadblocks along major roads leading in and out of the city. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The roadblocks have affected both private cars and public transport vehicles, leaving many commuters stranded. The affected …

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Shops Closed, Police Mount Roadblocks in Nairobi

Activity within Nairobi’s central business district (CBD) remains minimal this morning as the city braces for the planned Saba Saba protests. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel A video shared by The Star shows sparse human traffic along Moi Avenue, particularly near the National Archives and Kencom bus stop …

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