Drone operators in Kenya who operate without the necessary licenses from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) face severe penalties, including hefty fines and possible jail time. Those found in violation could face fines ranging from Sh 6 million to Sh 12 million, or a prison sentence of six to …

The government has approved the nationwide installation of speed cameras to monitor and deter speed limit violations during the festive season. The Ministry of Interior and National Administration announced on Thursday that a multi-agency team of officers will be deployed to enforce speed limits and reduce road accidents. According to …

Private detective Jane Mugo has been acquitted by a Nairobi Court in a case where she was accused of threatening to shoot businessman Deepa Shah. Senior Principal Magistrate Susan Shitubi, presiding over the case at Milimani Law Courts, ruled that the prosecution failed to provide sufficient evidence to support the …

Rigathi Gachagua, the former Deputy President, has criticized the National Intelligence Service (NIS) for allegedly monitoring his movements. In a statement released on December 19, 2024, Gachagua accused an NIS officer of trailing him from Nairobi to Makueni County during his recent visit to Kalawa Ward in Mbooni Constituency. ALSO …

December 18, 2024 – The Lower Eastern Times The Christmas season is a time for celebrating with family, friends, and communities. However, the festivities also bring their own set of challenges and potential risks. Whether you’re traveling to visit loved ones, enjoying holiday meals, or participating in various events, it’s …

On Wednesday morning, residents of Thiba North Village in Mwea West Sub-County, Kirinyaga County, were shocked to find the carcasses of four stolen donkeys that had been slaughtered, seemingly for the purpose of selling the meat to unsuspecting locals. The bodies were discovered near Thiba Catholic Church after the locals …

The Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Government-to-Government (G-to-G) arrangement for importing refined petroleum products. According to the Cabinet, this arrangement has alleviated the monthly demand for US dollars for petroleum imports, helping stabilize the shilling-dollar exchange rate at Sh129, down from a high of Sh166. It has also …

The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) has expressed concerns about the increasing number of minors accessing alcohol, particularly from outlets at petrol stations in affluent areas of Nairobi. In a statement released on Tuesday, NACADA highlighted that this worrying trend has been observed in …

The government has imposed restrictions on the use of fireworks during the upcoming festive season, allowing displays only at designated venues such as clubs, hotels, churches, schools, and other approved locations. Hassan Joho, the Cabinet Secretary for Mining and Blue Economy, confirmed that fireworks displays will be confined to a …

The total number of confirmed mpox cases in Uganda has exceeded 1,000, with six fatalities reported since the outbreak was declared five months ago, according to the Ministry of Health on Monday. In the past 24 hours, 17 new cases were confirmed, raising the total to 1,044 across 57 of …