The Lower Eastern Times

Machakos: Family Demands Answers as Man Dies in Tala Police Custody

A man in his middle age was discovered deceased in a police cell in Tala on Friday, sparking numerous inquiries into the circumstances surrounding his sudden death. Following this, authorities transferred the body to Kangundo Hospital Mortuary, without prior notification to the deceased’s family or next of kin. The deceased, …

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Murram Mining Persists After Mavoko Demolitions

Three months after the dismantling of structures on the East African Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) land in Mavoko sub-County, individuals of ill repute are profiting immensely by excavating murram and depositing black cotton soil from nearby construction sites onto the property. Commencing on October 13, 2023, amid heightened security, the …

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48 Escape Unhurt as Bus Burns on Nairobi-Mombasa Highway

A Malindi-bound Tahmeed bus carrying 48 passengers caught fire and was completely destroyed shortly after all occupants were safely evacuated on Sunday morning. According to authorities and the bus company, the incident occurred on the Nairobi-Mombasa highway, a few kilometers from Voi town. While the cause of the fire remains …

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Senator Khalwale’s Bull Caretaker’s Body Released for Burial

Kizito Moi, the fighter bull caretaker and trainer associated with Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale, will have his body released from the mortuary on Sunday, ahead of his burial. A second postmortem, conducted by government pathologist Johansen Oduor, confirmed that Moi had indeed been killed by the bull, putting an end …

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Kirinyaga: Locals Flock to ‘Fetch’ Fuel From Overturned Tanker

An incident occurred on Saturday evening along the Mwea-Embu highway in Kirinyaga, involving a diesel tanker that had overturned. According to reports, the tanker flipped over around 6pm after colliding with a saloon car. The occupants of the car were promptly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. In the …

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Odinga: Kenya’s Housing Project Not Truly Affordable

Raila Odinga, the leader of the Azimio la Umoja One Kenya coalition party, has continued to voice his criticism of the Kenya Kwanza housing project and the levy associated with it, arguing that it is far from affordable. Addressing a gathering in the Kirunga area of North Imenti Constituency, Meru …

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President Ruto Mourns Passing of Namibia’s President Geingob

President William Ruto expressed his heartfelt condolences on Sunday following the passing of Namibia’s President Hage Geingob, praising him as a dedicated leader committed to serving his nation. In a statement released on Sunday, President Ruto conveyed his deepest sympathies to the family and citizens of Namibia, reflecting on the …

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Pope Francis Condemns Surge in Attacks Against Jews

By: AFP Pope Francis expressed condemnation for the significant rise in attacks targeting Jews globally, particularly since the outbreak of the conflict in Gaza on October 7. In a letter addressed to “My Jewish brothers and sisters in Israel,” the Pope, representing Catholics, voiced deep concern over the surge in …

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Naivasha Hospital Under Fire After 8-Month-Old’s Death

An eight-month-old infant passed away at Naivasha Hospital amidst allegations of medical negligence, prompting scrutiny of the hospital’s practices. The family reported that the child was admitted on Friday night due to breathing difficulties. According to the infant’s uncle, Sam Maina, the child initially received oxygen therapy and her condition …

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Five Dead, Nine Injured in Accident After Subukia Shrine Prayer Meeting

Five individuals lost their lives, while nine others sustained injuries in a tragic accident that occurred at Mahiga Meeru area along the Nyahururu-Nyeri road on Saturday evening. The victims, including a driver and women from St. Peters Gaitega of the Cathedral Parish of the Catholic Diocese of Murang’a, were returning …

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