The Lower Eastern Times

Five Police Officers Killed in al-Shabaab Ambush in Lamu

Five police officers were killed Tuesday evening following an ambush by suspected al-Shabaab militants in Boni Forest, Lamu County. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The officers, part of the elite Special Operations Group, were attacked in the Lehelo area while pursuing the militants believed to be planning a …

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[PHOTOS] Salasya Kicks Off Nationwide Tour After Announcing Presidential Ambitions

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has begun a nationwide tour just days after officially declaring his intention to run for president in the 2027 general election. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Salasya revealed that he will be running under a new political movement, yet to be named, which …

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Matiang’i Set to Begin Nyamira Tour Ahead of Expected Presidential Bid

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i is scheduled to kick off a tour of Nyamira County on May 2, 2025, amid growing speculation about his intentions to run for president in 2027. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Although he has been engaging with various leaders behind the scenes, …

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CS Ogamba: Public Schools to Receive Ksh.21B Capitation Funds Starting Monday

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has announced that the government will begin disbursing Ksh.21 billion in delayed capitation funds to public schools starting Monday. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking at the Inaugural Education Conference 2026 at Lake Naivasha Resort, Ogamba attributed the delay to increased competition for …

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IMF to Audit Kenya’s Governance System, Treasury CS Mbadi Confirms

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has provided an update on the ongoing IMF Governance Diagnostics Program, which is set to conclude in October. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel He expressed support for making the final report public, although the decision ultimately lies with the Cabinet. The program, …

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CS Mutua Urges End to Workplace Sexual Harassment, Pushes for Safer Job Environments

Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has called for decisive action to end sexual harassment in workplaces, emphasizing the responsibility of managers to uphold respectful and secure environments for all employees. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking during Labour Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, Mutua revealed that his ministry …

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Sugarcane Farmers, Workers Support Leasing of Four State Sugar Mills

Two key unions representing sugarcane farmers and industry workers have endorsed the government’s plan to lease four state-run sugar factories—Nzoia, Chemilil, Muhoroni, and Sony—as part of wider reforms to revive the ailing sugar industry. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The Kenya National Federation of Sugarcane Farmers and the …

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36 Teams Set for National Junior Swimming Championships in Kisumu

A total of 36 teams are set to compete in the National Junior Swimming Championships this weekend at Aga Khan School, Kisumu. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Among the participating clubs are Adventure Talents, Aga Khan School Kisumu, Aqua Shark Fin, Bandari Swim Club, Blue Elite Swim Team, …

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Atwoli: Kenya Should Censor Social Media Like China

COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has ignited controversy online after calling on President William Ruto to implement social media regulations in Kenya, using China as a model. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel During his speech at the Labour Day celebrations held at Uhuru Gardens—an event attended by President …

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DCI Homicide Unit Probes MP Ong’ondo Were’s Murder at Crime Scene

Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have visited the location along Ngong Road where Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Were was fatally shot on the evening of Wednesday, April 30. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The DCI’s homicide team examined the area near the City Mortuary roundabout, …

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