The Lower Eastern Times

Somalia at a Democratic Crossroads: Embracing One Person, One Vote and Acknowledging Las Anod

By: Abdihakim Siyad Somalia is undergoing a significant transformation in its political landscape, driven by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s push for universal suffrage and the recent recognition of the SSC-Khaatumo administration in Las Anod. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel These parallel developments mark a crucial turning point in …

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New Report Uncovers Widespread Mercury Pollution in Migori’s Gold Mining Sector

In Kenya’s Migori County—where artisanal and small-scale gold mining sustains nearly 40% of the population—a new report has revealed a serious and growing environmental and public health crisis linked to mercury contamination. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom – Kenya (FNF-Kenya) has released …

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Two Injured in Hit-and-Run Involving Miraa Vehicle in Embu

Two people sustained serious injuries in a hit-and-run accident involving a miraa pickup at Kangondu junction on the Embu-Meru highway. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The victims—a boda boda rider and his passenger—were reportedly heading home from Runyenjes when they were hit by the speeding vehicle. The collision …

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“My Life Is iIn Danger,” Says Former Deputy President Gachagua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has made a dramatic claim that his life is in danger. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a letter addressed to the Inspector General of Police and copied to President William Ruto, Gachagua outlined a series of incidents he believes point to threats …

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COMESA Fines Heineken Sh116.6 Million for Violating Competition Laws

The COMESA Competition Commission has found Heineken Holding guilty of engaging in anti-competitive behavior within its distribution network across member countries. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel After a probe launched in 2021, the regional authority concluded that Heineken’s contracts with third-party distributors breached key sections of the COMESA …

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KPLC Announces Tuesday Power Outages Across Six Counties

Kenya Power has issued a notice regarding scheduled power outages in various locations across six counties on Tuesday. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The outages are planned to take place at different times between 9am and 5pm to allow for routine maintenance work. Counties Affected: The counties set …

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CBK Approves Full Acquisition of NBK by Nigeria’s Access Bank

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has granted approval for Access Bank PLC of Nigeria to fully acquire National Bank of Kenya Limited (NBK), having met all regulatory requirements. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel This green light follows an earlier endorsement from the Cabinet Secretary for National Treasury …

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EPRA Cuts Fuel Prices for April-May

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has revised fuel prices for the period between April 15 and May 14, announcing a reduction that brings relief to consumers. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In its latest monthly review released on April 14, EPRA lowered the prices of petrol, …

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Gachagua Meets Irungu Nyakera Days After His Dismissal by Ruto

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua held a meeting on Monday with Irungu Nyakera, the recently ousted head of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), who was dismissed by President William Ruto last week. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel According to a post seen by The Star, Nyakera, who …

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CS Nominee Geoffrey Ruku Declares Net Worth of Sh377 Million

Geoffrey Ruku, the Cabinet Secretary nominee for Public Service, Human Capital Development, and Special Projects, has disclosed that his total wealth amounts to Sh377 million. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking on Monday before the National Assembly’s Committee on Appointments, Ruku detailed his assets, noting they include land …

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