The Lower Eastern Times

Kigumo: Several Hospitalized After Eating Beef from a Dead Cow

Numerous individuals from five villages in Kahumbu ward, Kigumo Constituency, Murang’a, have been hospitalized, while others have been treated and discharged, following the consumption of meat from a cow suspected of succumbing to anthrax. The owner of the cow from Kanguku Village, Christopher Ngugi, narrated the incident from last week, …

Read More »

Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli Boosts Ngiini Football Club with Jersey Donation

By: Nicholas Wambua In a generous gesture aimed at empowering the youth and nurturing their potential beyond the field, Dr. Augustus Kyalo Muli, founder of Kyalo Kya Maendeeo and esteemed patron of the Anzauni Clan in Kenya, has donated jerseys to the Ngiini Football Club in Kalundu, Kitui Town. Dr. …

Read More »

Senator Cheruiyot Calls for Relocation of Bars Near Schools

On Friday, Kericho Senator Aaron Cheruiyot issued a directive for bar owners operating in close proximity to school compounds to shut down and relocate. Senator Cheruiyot attributed the poor academic performance in Kericho schools to the negative influence of vices such as alcoholism and drug abuse among school-going children in …

Read More »

Former Nairobi Police Chief Zachary King’ori Mwangi Passes Away

The family of former Assistant Inspector General of Police, Zachary King’ori Mwangi, has confirmed his demise. According to a statement released by the family, Mwangi passed away on Sunday while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital. The family’s statement read, “We wish to inform the public of the death of …

Read More »

Jaramogi University to Refund January Housing Levy Deductions

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University of Science and Technology has announced its intention to reimburse all housing levy deductions taken from staff members’ salaries in January 2024. As per an internal memo, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor assured that the refunds would be processed by February 9. The decision to refund the deductions …

Read More »

Tragedy Strikes as Two Lose Lives in Mwea-Embu Road Crash

The residents of Riandira village in Kirinyaga County are grappling with grief following the loss of two lives in a fatal road accident along the Mwea-Embu highway. Authorities report that the incident occurred at the Kandongu junction, involving a matatu carrying 14 passengers and a motorcycle with two occupants who …

Read More »

Kalonzo Stands Firm: No Allowance for Chief Justice Koome’s Removal

Kalonzo Musyoka, the leader of the Wiper party, has issued a warning of nationwide protests if the proposed removal of Chief Justice Martha Koome comes to fruition. Speaking at a church service in Muthara, Tigania East, Meru County on Sunday, Kalonzo disclosed his awareness of a petition filed in court …

Read More »

Dr. Augustine Kyalo Muli Assumes Role as Kamba Anzauni Clan Patron

By: Nicholas Wambua In a momentous ceremony held at his residence in Musuuni, Kalundu, Kitui Town, Dr. Augustine Kyalo Muli was inaugurated as the Patron of the Kamba Anzauni clan. During the installation ceremony on February 10, 2024, Dr. Muli expressed his unwavering commitment to championing development countywide and called …

Read More »

Sonko Urges Respect for Women Leaders and Unity in Kamba Community

By: Nicholas Wambua In a momentous gathering filled with hope and optimism, the former Nairobi City County Governor, Mike Mbuvi Sonko, delivered a powerful keynote speech during the installation ceremony of Dr. Augustine Kyalo Muli as the patron of the Anzauni clan in Kenya. Sonko took the opportunity to impart …

Read More »

Kitui County Doctors Commence Strike Following Expiry of 14-Day Notice

Doctors in Kitui County have initiated their strike as the 14-day notice they issued at the end of last month concluded on February 7, 2024. The strike notice was issued by the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists, and Dentists Union (KMPDU), the umbrella body for doctors, after a meeting addressing their …

Read More »