The Lower Eastern Times

Kenyan Filmmakers Arrested After BBC’s ‘Blood Parliament’ Documentary Released

Four Kenyan filmmakers involved in the BBC documentary *Blood Parliament* have been arrested, triggering public outrage just days after the film’s release. The documentary focuses on the violent anti-tax protests that took place on June 25, 2024, and exposes the actions of police officers who shot and killed three protesters …

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Gachagua Holds Talks with Embu Leaders and Residents at Wamunyoro Home

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua hosted a delegation from Embu County at his Wamunyoro residence on Friday, engaging in discussions on various issues affecting the region. The group, led by Manyatta MP and Young Parliamentarians Chairman Gitonga Mukunji, along with other local leaders, visited Gachagua to discuss matters of importance …

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Uhuru and Kalonzo Attend Wedding of Gideon Moi’s Son

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka were among the distinguished guests at the wedding of David James Kimoi, the son of KANU Chairman and former Baringo Senator Gideon Moi. The private yet elegant ceremony brought together close family members, political allies, and friends to celebrate the …

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Journalist Emmanuel Maleve Freed on Ksh 50,000 Bail 

Emmanuel Maleve, a journalist known for his investigative reports on public fund mismanagement, has been granted Ksh 50,000 cash bail following his overnight stay in custody at Muthaiga Police Station. His lawyer, Noel Muasya, stated that the police had not brought formal charges against Maleve and appeared to be engaged …

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Nairobi Court Directs Blogger to Delete Posts Defaming Hospital Founder

A Nairobi court has instructed blogger Edgar Obare to remove social media posts concerning Dr. Sam Thenya, the founder of Nairobi Women’s Hospital. The court determined that the posts, shared on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and Telegram, were defamatory. Magistrate Becky Cheloti Mulema issued the order after concluding that the …

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UEFA Champions League Trophy Returns to Kenya for Three-Day Tour

After a 13-year absence, the UEFA Champions League trophy has returned to Kenya for a three-day showcase. The last time the trophy was in the country was in March 2012, when it was presented to then-President Mwai Kibaki at Harambee House in Nairobi. This year, German football legend Bastian Schweinsteiger …

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Ngilu Condemns Arrest of Kitui Blogger, Demands Immediate Release

Former Kitui Governor Charity Kaluki Ngilu has strongly condemned the arrest of local blogger Emmanuel Maleve, terming it a shameful and undemocratic act. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement shared on her official Facebook page, Ngilu expressed deep concern over what she described as an attempt …

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CS Tuya Leads KDF in Planting 5,000 Trees in Isiolo

Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya spearheaded a large-scale tree planting initiative at Darajani Springs, Isiolo County, alongside Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel and local residents. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The exercise, part of the Environmental Soldier Programme, saw 5,000 trees planted toward the Ministry of Defence’s target …

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Missing Kitui Blogger Emmanuel Maleve Set to Be Arraigned in Court

Emmanuel Maleve, a Kitui-based blogger, was arrested in a dramatic scene outside a shopping mall in Kitui town on Thursday evening by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and is expected to appear shortly before the Milimani Law Courts. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel His lawyer, …

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CCTV Footage Reveals Final Moments of Slain MP Charles Were, Shot Four Times in Targeted Attack

Investigators probing the killing of Kasipul MP Charles Were have identified a key suspect caught on CCTV following the lawmaker shortly before he was fatally shot along Valley Road. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The late MP was ambushed and shot at close range at least four times …

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