The Lower Eastern Times

End of an Era: Martial to Leave Manchester United

Anthony Martial has announced his departure from Manchester United after nearly a decade with the club. Expressing heartfelt sentiment, Martial bid farewell to the fans in an Instagram statement, acknowledging the end of a significant chapter in his career. Having joined Manchester United from Monaco for £36 million in 2015, …

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[PHOTOS] Uhuru Engages with South African Chiefs Prior to Elections

President Uhuru Kenyatta, leading the African Union Election Observation Mission in South Africa, convened with the nation’s security officials on Monday, in anticipation of Wednesday’s General Elections. ALSO READ: Taxman Extends Hours for Tax Returns Until June 30 The security personnel, comprising members of the National Operational and Intelligent Structure, …

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Ruto: Muguka Bans in Mombasa, Kilifi Invalid

President William Ruto has declared the prohibition of muguka in Mombasa and Kilifi counties ineffective, asserting that muguka is officially recognized under the Crops Act 2013 and the Miraa Regulations 2023. These regulations, ratified by both the National Assembly and the Council of Governors, mandate government support for muguka’s cultivation, …

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Taxman Extends Hours for Tax Returns Until June 30

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced an extension of its operational hours starting from June 3 until June 30. This decision aims to facilitate tax return filing before the deadline on June 30. During this period, the Tax Service Offices will operate from 7 am to 7 pm on …

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Why NCIC Wants These 10 Counties Renamed

National Cohesion and Integration Commission (NCIC) Chairperson Samuel Kobia has announced the commission’s intention to urge Parliament to rename certain counties associated with particular ethnic groups, aiming to mitigate potential ethnic discrimination. Kobia specified ten counties, including Meru, Tharaka Nithi, Nandi, Kisii, Turkana, Embu, Samburu, Taita Taveta, West Pokot, and …

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Man Passes Away While Sleeping in Matatu En Route to Machakos

A 52-year-old passenger passed away aboard a matatu traveling the Machakos-Koka route, prompting an investigation by detectives. Peter Kioko Wambua, the deceased, was found unresponsive when the conductor attempted to wake him upon reaching his destination. Wambua, who boarded the matatu in Machakos town bound for Kamuani, his rural home, …

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Murang’a: County Partners With NGO for School Feeding Program

Murang’a County Administration is partnering with the Food 4 Education Organisation to pilot a feeding programme in local public primary schools.   The programme, which is already implemented in 55 schools serving as kitchen centres for the Uji programme, aims to provide lunch to primary school-going children.   Parents pay …

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Safaricom Foundation Aims Comes in Aid of Hundreds with Fistula

M-pesa Foundation aims to impact 1,000 women living with fistula by the end of the year by upgrading hospitals and healthcare facilities to better monitor and treat fistula cases.   The foundation is working with partners, the government, and communities to break the cycle of female genital fistula and restore …

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Makueni: 30 Dams Withstand Flood Challenges

The Chief Officer of the Department of Water and Sanitation, Eng. David Makau, has confirmed that dams in Makueni County are stable and filled with water. ALSO READ: Tanzania To Start Selling Water Believed to Reverse Someone’s Age The stability was confirmed after monitoring and inspection of all water sources in …

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This is How Kenya Has Benefited from Ruto’s US Visit

President Dr. William Ruto’s visit to the United States of America is expected to bring significant benefits to Kenya in terms of investments and finances, according to Government Spokesman, Dr. Isaac Mwaura. The trip will enable Kenya to negotiate with development partners and secure employment opportunities for young Kenyans struggling …

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