The Lower Eastern Times

Rainfall to Persist Across Several Parts of Kenya This Week, Says Met Department

The Kenya Meteorological Department has forecasted extended rainfall across multiple regions of the country over the next five days, from Friday, March 27 to Monday, March 31. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The weather outlook predicts heavy isolated rainfall in the Highlands East and West of the Rift …

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Equity Group Reports a Sh48.8 Billion Profit After Tax

Equity Group Holdings has achieved a 12% increase in profit after tax, reaching Sh48.8 billion, up from Sh43.7 billion for the year ending December 31, 2024. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel This growth highlights the continued success of the Group’s diversified business model and sound financial management. The …

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Cholera Outbreak Claims Three Lives in Kisumu

Health officials have issued a warning after cholera claimed the lives of three individuals in Kisumu County. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Dr. Gregory Ganda, the County Executive Committee Member (CECM) for Medical Services, Health, and Sanitation, confirmed that all three victims tested positive for cholera. The first …

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Missing Machakos MCA Reappears, Says He Is Safe

The Machakos MCA who was previously reported missing has reappeared, confirming he is alive and well. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Dominic Maitha, the MCA for Muthwani ward, resurfaced on Wednesday evening, nearly 24 hours after his family had reported him missing at the Machakos police station. On …

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President William Ruto Meets Ukambani Leaders at State House

President William Ruto met with leaders from Makueni, Machakos, and Kitui counties at State House on Thursday. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Also present at the meeting was Labour and Social Protection Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua. Ruto stressed the importance of embracing collaborative leadership, despite differing political views, …

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Ruto Nominates Geoffrey Ruku as New Public Service CS

President William Ruto has nominated Geoffrey Ruku, the Member of Parliament for Mbeere North, to be the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Programmes. If Parliament approves, Ruku will succeed Justin Muturi, who has been removed from the position. The announcement of the changes was made …

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Ruto Nominates Hanna Wendot Cheptumo for Cabinet Secretary Role

President William Ruto has nominated Hanna Wendot Cheptumo, the widow of the late Baringo Senator William Cheptumo, for a Cabinet Secretary role. In an announcement made by Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, Ruto proposed Wendot for the position of Cabinet Secretary in the Ministry of …

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Ruto Makes Cabinet Shake-up: Duale Shifts to Health, Barasa to Environment

President William Ruto has appointed Aden Duale as the new Cabinet Secretary for Health following recent changes to the Cabinet. This appointment comes just months after Duale took on the role of Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change, and Forestry. In a related shift, Deborah Barasa will take over the …

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BREAKING: President Ruto Fires CS Justin Muturi

President William Ruto has dismissed Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi as part of a minor reshuffle in his Cabinet. Ruto has nominated Geoffrey Ruku, the Member of Parliament for Mbeere North, to replace Muturi as the new Public Service CS. This decision follows just a day after Ruto publicly …

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Autopsy Reveals Kawangware Victim Shot Seven Times in Stomach and Chest

An autopsy conducted at Chiromo Mortuary has revealed that Amos Langat, who died following an altercation with a police officer in Nairobi’s Kawangware district, sustained seven gunshot wounds to his chest and abdomen. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The findings confirm the use of a pistol in the …

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