The Lower Eastern Times

13 People Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash Along Kaplong-Kericho Highway

At least 13 people have died and 11 others have been injured in a crash involving three vehicles on the Kaplong-Kericho highway in Cheptangulgei, Bomet County. Bomet Traffic Commandant Namasaka confirmed the incident, stating that 11 individuals sustained injuries in the crash involving a personal car, a 14-seater matatu, and …

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Kenya’s Pension Industry Reaches Ksh2.21 Trillion Following Increase in NSSF Contributions

Kenya’s pension sector has experienced significant growth, with total assets under management reaching Ksh2.21 trillion by December 2024. This marks a 27.94% increase from 2023, representing the largest rise since 2019. In 2019, pension assets were valued at Ksh1.3 trillion, growing to Ksh1.4 trillion in 2020 and Ksh1.55 trillion in …

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[PHOTOS] President Ruto’s Final Day of Mt Kenya Tour

President William Ruto will conclude his five-day development tour of the Mt Kenya region on Saturday. During his visit, he traveled to various areas in Nyeri and Kiambu, including Githunguri Town, Kiambu, Mau Mau Road in Lari, and Othaya Town, where he engaged with local residents. Ruto also launched the …

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Government Announces 50% Duty Waiver on Imported Yellow Maize

The government has introduced a 50% duty waiver on imported yellow maize to address rising prices driven by competition between animal feed millers and maize millers for white maize. This waiver, which applies to 5.5 million bags of yellow maize over the next year, will be granted exclusively to approved …

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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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