The Lower Eastern Times

M-Pesa Services to be Unavailable on Monday April 7, Safaricom Announces

Safaricom PLC has announced that its M-Pesa services will undergo scheduled system maintenance on the night of Monday, April 7, 2025, from 1:00 am to 1:30 am. In a public notice released on Saturday, the telecom company explained that the 30-minute maintenance is part of ongoing efforts to enhance service …

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Ruto: If I fail, I’ll go home to farm.

President William Ruto has urged leaders in Kiambu to come together and collaborate for the betterment of all Kenyans. During his visit to Githunguri on Saturday, Ruto appealed to leaders to stop inciting divisions and conflicts among Kenyans. He emphasized that each leader has been given a specific mandate to …

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Migori: Man Dies in Violent Clash Over Married Woman

A 37-year-old man has died following a violent confrontation stemming from a suspected love triangle in North East Kadem, Nyatike Sub County, Migori County. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, which occurred on the night of March 31, 2025. Kevin Ouma lost his life after an altercation …

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President Ruto Fires Irungu Nyakera as KICC Board Chair

President William Ruto has appointed Samuel Waweri Mwangi as the new Chairperson of the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) Board of Directors. This appointment, effective immediately under Section 43 (1) (a) of the Tourism Act, will span a period of three years starting from April 1, 2025. The announcement also …

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Ruto Distributes 10,800 Title Deeds to Meru Residents

President William Ruto has distributed 10,800 title deeds to the residents of Tigania West constituency in Meru County. The titles, handed out in the Athanwa area, will allow locals to fully utilize their land for personal empowerment. “For many years, Meru County has been known for its numerous land disputes. …

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Nyong’o Urges Immediate Investigation into Fatal Nyakach Road Accident

Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong’o has urged the police to promptly investigate the tragic road accident that resulted in the deaths of four people and left 19 others injured. Nyong’o called for the authorities to determine the cause of the crash and take appropriate action against those responsible for any negligence …

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Ruto Declares War on Miraa Cartels, Promises Better Returns for Farmers

President William Ruto has issued a strong warning to miraa cartels in the producing counties, declaring their time is up and pledging to ensure that farmers get maximum benefits from the crop. Ruto stated that just as he dismantled cartels in the coffee industry and ensured farmers now receive better …

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Muturi: I Avoided Cabinet Meetings Because Abductions Were Not on the Agenda

Former Public Service Cabinet Secretary Justin Muturi has explained why he consistently missed Cabinet meetings. During a press briefing on Wednesday at Ufangamano House, Muturi stated that the issue of abductions was not prioritized in the Cabinet’s discussions. He elaborated on his reasons for being absent from the meetings, emphasizing …

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KRA to Streamline PAYE Filing for MSMEs

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) is working on simplifying the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) filing process, which has been a deterrent for MSMEs in filing their returns. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel KRA Commissioner General, Humphrey Wattanga, highlighted the complexity of the PAYE system, which hampers compliance …

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