The Lower Eastern Times

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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Tanzania To Start Selling Water Believed to Reverse Someone’s Age

Tanzania is gearing up to promote the Magic Pool of Ruaha, believed to hold remarkable healing powers and even the ability to reverse aging. Nestled about 60 kilometers from Ulanga Ranger Post in Ruaha National Park, this natural wonder is poised to become a prime attraction for tourists. Marcky Farreny …

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Mombasa Authorities Seize Cocaine Worth KSh495K

In a significant crackdown on drug trafficking, two females were apprehended in the Kisauni area of Utange, Mombasa County, for allegedly engaging in the peddling of cocaine. According to a statement from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the individuals in question, Amina Musa Chirunga and Saumu Ali Khamis, were …

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Ruto Departs U.S. After Productive Diplomatic Mission

Ruto heads back to Kenya following a four-day official visit to the United States. Departing from Joint Base Andrews in Maryland on Friday evening, he expressed gratitude to President Joe Biden, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, and the American people, affirming their joint commitment to global betterment. Before leaving, Ruto …

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Ruto Appoints Mutura, Rajab, and Kalachu to Key Positions

President William Ruto has announced new appointments to several state agencies. In a recent gazette notice dated May 24, Ruto appointed Benson Mutura, former Nairobi county assembly speaker, as the new chairperson of the Nairobi Metropolitan Area Transport Authority Board for a three-year term starting from his appointment date. ” …

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Five Dead, Eight Injured in Nakuru Road Accident

Five individuals lost their lives and eight others suffered severe injuries in a traffic collision on the Eldoret-Nakuru Highway early Saturday morning. At around 3:30 am, a tragic accident occurred at Migaa, Nakuru County, involving a 14-seater matatu traveling from Eldoret to Nakuru and a truck, resulting in a head-on …

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Uhuru Heads AU Election Mission for South Africa Elections

The African Union Election Observation Mission (AUEOM) has arrived in South Africa ahead of the 29 May 2024 General Elections. At the invitation of the Government of South Africa and the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) of South Africa, the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, approved the …

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President Ruto Engages in High-Level Discussions with Former President Obama

President William Ruto on Thursday held talks with former U.S. President Barack Obama in Washington, D.C. The two leaders exchanged views on democratic developments, climate and peace and security challenges in Africa. President Ruto termed it a “productive engagement”. “I have had a productive engagement with the Former President of …

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