The Lower Eastern Times

Govt Launches New Police Unit to Support Chiefs

The government has introduced a new police unit to support grassroots national administration officials in fulfilling their duties across the country. The Ministry of Interior and National Administration (MINA) announced on Friday that the new National Government Administration Police Unit (NGAPU) will function under the Administration Police Service (APS). Click …

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Kenya, Guinea-Bissau Strengthen Diplomatic and Trade Ties

President William Ruto announced that Kenya and Guinea-Bissau are focused on strengthening their diplomatic and trade relations, underpinned by mutual respect and a shared vision for prosperity. He highlighted the countries’ goal of enhancing trade and investment to benefit their citizens. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Ruto emphasized …

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3-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit by Lorry in Mlolongo

A child has tragically lost his life in a road accident in Mlolongo, Machakos County. The 3-year-old boy was killed instantly when he was struck by a lorry during the accident, which took place late Friday evening. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The incident was reported to the …

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Gachagua: I Will Collaborate with Martha Karua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to work alongside Narc Kenya Party Leader Martha Karua. Gachagua emphasized that the partnership would benefit from Karua’s vast political experience. Speaking on Saturday after a meeting with Karua at her Kirinyaga home, the former DP mentioned that he would consult Karua frequently …

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Karua and Gachagua Hold Closed-Door Meeting in Kirinyaga

Martha Karua, leader of the Narc Kenya party, hosted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at her home in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. The meeting, which took place on Saturday, was attended by Gachagua and his wife, Dorcas Rigathi, along with several Members of Parliament, including Gathoni Wamuchomba (Githunguri), Jane Kihara (Naivasha), …

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Molo Activist Dies from Head Injuries – Dr. Johansen Oduor

Richard Otieno, a Molo activist, died from severe head injuries caused by a sharp object, according to Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor. Otieno was attacked and killed outside his home in Elburgon, Nakuru County, on the night of Saturday, January 18, by unidentified assailants. Click here to join our …

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CS Ogamba: Capitation Released, Don’t Send Learners Home

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has urged school principals not to send students home over unpaid fees, emphasizing that the government has already released part of the Sh48 billion capitation to schools. Ogamba revealed that the Treasury released Sh19 billion on Thursday, with an additional Sh15 billion scheduled for release …

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Kenya Employers Warn New Taxes Are Hurting Employees’ Livelihoods

The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) has raised concerns over the impact of recent tax increases on employees’ living standards. CEO Jacqueline Mugo highlighted that employers are caught in a difficult situation, facing the challenge of adhering to labor laws while being forced to make deductions that exceed the legal …

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High Court Clears Path for IEBC Selection Panel Appointment

The High Court in Kiambu has rejected a petition to invalidate the list of nominees for the IEBC commissioners’ selection panel. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Justice Dora Chepkwony ruled that the nine individuals nominated to the panel demonstrate a deliberate effort to ensure regional diversity. She stated …

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Cyber Threats in Kenya Drop by Nearly 42% in Q1

The Communications Authority of Kenya (CA) has reported a notable decline in cyber threats in the country, according to its first-quarter sector statistics for the 2024/2025 financial year. The report shows that from July to September 2024, cyber threat incidents decreased to 657.8 million, down from 1.1 billion cases recorded …

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