The Lower Eastern Times

HELB Disburses Ksh. 1.56 Billion to University Students

In a significant development for university and college students, the government, through the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), has disbursed Ksh. 1.56 billion to support tuition and upkeep costs. The funds were released on Friday, offering relief to students and trainees facing financial difficulties. Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba confirmed …

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Nyoro Breaks Silence on Removal from Budget Committee

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has spoken out about his removal from the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee. Nyoro, who was replaced by Alego Usonga MP Sam Atandi, told the press on Tuesday that he is unaware of the reasons behind his removal, as the Kenya Kwanza coalition …

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You Can Now Add Music to Your WhatsApp Status

WhatsApp has rolled out a highly anticipated update, introducing a new feature that allows users to add music to their status updates. The Music Status feature brings an exciting blend of creativity and simplicity, offering users a fresh way to engage with friends, much like the experiences found on platforms …

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Gang Kills Man, Injures Another During Robbery in Kayole, Nairobi

Detectives are on the lookout for two suspects involved in a fatal stabbing that occurred during a robbery in Nairobi’s Kayole area. The incident, which took place on Sunday night near the Muthaiga Dumpsite, left an 18-year-old man dead and another seriously injured. The deceased, identified as Clinton Otieno, suffered …

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UoN Names Five Candidates for Vice Chancellor Post

At least five individuals have been shortlisted for the position of Vice Chancellor at the University of Nairobi, following the abrupt departure of Prof. Stephen Kiama. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The shortlisted candidates, as per the Public Service Commission (PSC), include Professors James Njiru, Duke Orata, Bitange …

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Bodaboda Rider Killed in Mutomo-Kitui Road Crash

A man lost his life in a tragic accident in Kitui County on Monday night. The incident occurred when the bodaboda rider’s motorcycle crashed into the back of a tractor in Ndandini, near Mosa market. According to the chief of Masimbini Mulu Kalu location, the rider died at the scene. …

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KPLC Announces Power Outages in Several Regions for Maintenance

Various regions of the country will experience power outages for much of the day on Monday, as Kenya Power carries out its routine maintenance work. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Kenya Power has announced planned power disruptions in seven counties on Monday, March 17, 2025, from 9 a.m. …

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Police Officer Found Dead in Suspected Suicide at Sossiot Police Station

A 49-year-old police officer has been found dead in an apparent suicide at Sossiot Police Station in Belgut, Kericho County. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Constable Paul Wagathari, who had recently been transferred to the station, was discovered hanging by a shoelace in the station’s radio room on …

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US Airstrikes Kill 53 in Yemen

The death toll from US airstrikes on Yemen has risen to 53, including five children, the Houthi rebel health ministry said. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The US said it launched what it called “decisive” airstrikes on Houthi targets on Saturday, with President Donald Trump citing the strikes …

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Pope Seen for First Time Since Being Hospitalized

The Vatican has released the first photo of Pope Francis since he was hospitalized a month ago. The photo shows the pope sitting in a wheelchair in front of the altar in a church at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, where he has been recovering from pneumonia. Earlier on Sunday, in his …

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