The Lower Eastern Times

Kindiki Vows 2027 Elections Will Be Peaceful, Slams Gachagua’s Remarks

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has reassured Kenyans that the 2027 general elections will be credible, peaceful, and transparent. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking in Teso North, Busia County, Kindiki criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for his recent warning of potential post-election violence, calling such statements “unpatriotic” …

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Pope to Meet Ukrainian leader Zelensky after Inauguration Mass

Pope Leo XIV is to meet the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the Vatican has said after his inauguration Mass. The new Catholic leader highlighted his concerns about the war in Ukraine in his prayer at the end of the service, saying “the martyred Ukraine is waiting for negotiations for a …

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Karua Deported to Nairobi After Tanzania Airport Standoff

People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua has confirmed her deportation to Nairobi after nearly six hours of detention at Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a post on X, Karua stated: “Deportation complete! On board KQ Support flight No …

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Super Metro Driver Praised for Rushing Pregnant Woman to Hospital

A Super Metro matatu driver, identified as Baba Ian, is being lauded online after he swiftly assisted a woman who went into labor along Ngong Road by taking her to the hospital. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel According to viral clips shared on social media, the woman began …

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Pope Leo Condemns Exploitation of the Poor, Urges Church Unity at First Mass

Rome CNN — Leo XIV, the first ever American pope, condemned the exploitation of the poor and called for unity in the church during his inaugural Mass in St. Peter’s Square, an event attended by world leaders, royalty and tens of thousands of believers. The 267th pontiff arrived at the Vatican on the …

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KFS Suspends Eco-Camp Project in Ngong Forest

The Kenya Forest Service (KFS) has suspended the construction of a luxury eco-camp in Ngong Forest following public backlash over potential environmental harm. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The decision came after protests and widespread concern that the forest was being degraded to make way for the facility, …

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LSK Condemns Detention of Karua and Lawyers in Tanzania

Law Society of Kenya (LSK) President Faith Odhiambo has spoken out against the detention of Kenyan lawyers, including People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader Martha Karua, at Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Karua revealed on May 18, 2025, that she …

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Kindiki Criticizes Gachagua Over Alarming Post-Election Violence Comments

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for his recent remarks suggesting the potential for post-election violence in 2027. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking at an interdenominational church service in Busia, Kindiki condemned Gachagua’s comments, calling them dangerous and irresponsible. He firmly …

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Industry Experts Raise Alarm Over Poor-Quality Buildings as Construction Costs Soar

Kenya’s construction industry stakeholders are sounding the alarm over a potential rise in substandard buildings, attributing it to the escalating cost of building materials. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Their warnings come amid growing discontent over increased taxation on essential construction supplies—levies they argue are placing immense strain …

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Gikomba Traders Suffer Losses as Another Fire Ravages Market

Traders at Gikomba Market are once again facing heavy losses after a fire broke out early in the morning, destroying stalls and goods valued at millions of shillings. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Eyewitnesses reported that the fire started around 3:00am and rapidly swept through the footwear section …

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