The Lower Eastern Times

Planning a US Trip? New Visa Changes Could Affect You

Thousands of Africans seeking visas to study, work, visit, or relocate to the United States may soon face additional travel and expenses following a proposed restructuring of US visa processing services across the continent. According to reports citing US officials and an internal State Department memo, Washington plans to reduce …

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Seven Students in Court Over Deadly Utumishi Girls Dorm Fire

Seven female students linked to the deadly dormitory fire at Utumishi Girls Academy were on Tuesday presented before a court in Naivasha, where they are expected to face arson-related charges. The court session attracted a large crowd of relatives and friends of both the accused students and the victims of …

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PS Oluga: Kenya Trains 2,200 Health Workers to Fight Ebola Threat

Kenya has trained 2,200 health workers to strengthen its readiness in the event of an Ebola outbreak, Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga has said. Oluga noted that the government has stepped up screening, training, and case management measures to prevent the virus from entering the country. Click here …

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Kenya’s Flower Exports Hit Sh143bn as Global Demand Soars

Kenya’s horticulture sector recorded strong export performance, with flower exports contributing significantly to earnings that reached Sh143.78 billion in 2025, according to the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA). The latest figures, released ahead of the International Flower Trade Expo (IFTEX) 2026, highlight floriculture as one of the country’s leading foreign …

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Students Sent Home as Unrest Rocks Lenana School

Lenana School has temporarily closed and sent all students home following disturbances reported during night preps, prompting the administration to suspend learning activities to restore order. In a notice to parents and guardians, the Board of Management said the decision was necessary to stabilise the situation and carry out a …

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Cop Collapses, Dies Moments After Madaraka Day Parade in Wajir

A police officer died shortly after participating in Madaraka Day festivities in Wajir East Sub-County, Wajir County. Police Constable Hassan Moyo reportedly collapsed at about 9:05am after taking part in the parade march-past at Wajir Stadium, according to police reports. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel He was quickly …

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Nairobi–Nyahururu Train Returns After 46-Year Silence

Passenger train services between Nairobi and Nyahururu have officially resumed after a 46-year break, marking the revival of one of Kenya’s historic railway corridors. On Monday, the sound of a train whistle once again echoed along the Nairobi–Gilgil–Ol Kalou–Nyahururu route as the first passenger service departed Nairobi Central Railway Station …

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Ruto to Fly to South Africa for High-Stakes State Visit

Kenya and South Africa are expected to strengthen their bilateral relations as President William Ruto begins a State Visit on Thursday, June 4, 2026,  aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic cooperation between the two countries. The trip has been described as the highest level of diplomatic engagement between sovereign states, …

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Is Bolt Leaving Kenya? Company Responds

Ride-hailing firm Bolt has dismissed rumours circulating online claiming it will shut down its operations in Kenya, terming the reports false and misleading. In a statement released on June 1, the company said it had become aware of a fake document being shared on social media and messaging platforms alleging …

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