The Lower Eastern Times

Governor Malombe to Help Choose Successor After Term

Kitui Governor Julius Malombe has assured residents that he will help identify a capable successor to lead the county once his term concludes. Malombe has been considering whether to run for re-election in 2027, though the constitution limits a governor’s tenure to two consecutive five-year terms. “While it’s still uncertain, …

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Chwele Kabuchai Ward MCA James Mukhongo Has Died

James Mukhongo Barasa, the Member of County Assembly for Chwele Kabuchai ward, has passed away. National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula praised Mukhongo’s determination and courage in his battle against cancer. In his tribute, Wetang’ula described Mukhongo not just as a leader, but also as a brother, a son of the …

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Duale Announces Shift to Biometric-Only Authorization for SHA

The government has officially introduced biometric registration under the Social Health Authority (SHA) to improve the accuracy of patient identification and streamline healthcare access across the country. During the launch at Kenyatta University Teaching, Referral, and Research Hospital, Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale announced that biometric registration is now fully …

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Student Fatally Stabbed Near Eldoret Polytechnic, Causing Tension at College

Tensions are running high at Eldoret National Polytechnic following the fatal stabbing of a male student by unknown assailants on Sunday night, sparking outrage among students and leading to a heavy police presence. The 19-year-old student was attacked around 8 p.m. while walking from the college to his rented residence …

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ODM Rejects Viral Letter Claiming Orengo’s Resignation as Fake

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party has dismissed a letter circulating online that falsely claims Siaya Governor James Orengo has resigned. The letter, which has gained significant attention, purports to be from Orengo and is addressed to the Speaker of the Siaya County Assembly, with copies sent to the Deputy …

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EABL Reports 12% Profit Growth to Sh12.2 Billion on Strong Sales and Forex Gains

East African Breweries PLC (EABL) has announced a 12% increase in profit after tax, reaching Sh12.2 billion for the year ending June 30, 2025. The growth was driven by a mix of higher sales, lower finance costs, and favourable foreign exchange gains. Net sales rose by 4% to Sh128.8 billion, …

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Mwea Farmers Demand Halt on Rice Imports Until Gov’t Purchases Local Stocks

Farmers from the Mwea Irrigation Scheme in Kirinyaga County have strongly opposed the government’s plan to import 500,000 metric tonnes of rice by the end of the year. The government, through a gazette notice issued by Cabinet Secretary for Treasury John Mbadi, directed the importation of Grade 1 milled white …

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Family Bank Secures Ksh.2.6B Trade Finance Facility to Boost MSMEs

Family Bank has secured a USD 20 million (Ksh.2.6 billion) trade finance facility from British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution, aimed at enhancing financial access for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Kenya’s trade sectors. The partnership, designed to strengthen trade financing in the country, will …

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Manchester United Beats Bournemouth 4-1 in US Friendly

Manchester United secured their second win in as many games with a dominant 4-1 victory over Bournemouth in the Premier League Summer Series pre-season tournament in Chicago on Wednesday. Rasmus Hojlund, Patrick Dorgu, Amad Diallo, and teenager Ethan Williams all found the net, delivering an impressive performance for Ruben Amorim’s …

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Court to Decide on Withdrawal of Case Against Officers Accused of Illegal Detention

The Milimani Law Courts will rule on September 2, 2025, whether to approve the withdrawal of a criminal case against two police officers accused of unlawfully detaining a UK national. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has requested the termination of the case, citing the complainant’s consent …

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