The Lower Eastern Times

Uasin Gishu: Nurses Quit Jobs For Greener Pastures Abroad

The Kenya National Union of Nurses (Knun) has expressed concern about a significant number of nurses leaving county-run hospitals in Uasin Gishu, which is jeopardizing the quality of medical services in the region. Knun Secretary, Kleen Mutai, highlighted the issue, noting that a considerable portion of nurses, particularly those aged …

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Elijah Nthenge Foundation Honors Legacy of Service at Kyatune Special School

By: Nicholas Wambua In a heartwarming event, the Elijah Nthenge Foundation, a non-governmental organization dedicated to aiding differently-abled individuals, recently organized a memorable gathering at the Kyatune Special School. This event not only highlighted the enduring legacy of compassion and service established by Elijah Nthenge but also showcased the foundation’s …

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China’s Indigenous Passenger Aircraft Debuts Internationally

By: CNN The C919 passenger jet, developed by the state-owned Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China (Comac) in Beijing, emerged from Chinese airspace for the first time on Sunday, making an appearance at the Singapore Airshow. This single-aisle aircraft, potentially challenging Western-manufactured planes like Boeing and Airbus, stands as a significant …

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78-Year-Old Woman Fatally Attacked by Tanzanian Man in Migori

Authorities, in conjunction with local administration, have initiated an inquiry into the demise of a 78-year-old woman who was murdered in her residence at Akoko village in Migori County. John Kerry Otieno, the Area Assistant Chief, disclosed that the victim, identified as Gaudensia Akumu Madanje, was discovered deceased in her …

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Anticipate Elevated Daytime Temperatures Throughout Kenya This Week: Met Department

The Kenya Meteorological Department advises Kenyans to prepare for notably high daytime temperatures across most regions of the country starting from Tuesday. The forecast spanning February 20 to February 26 indicates temperatures exceeding 30°C in counties such as Turkana, Samburu, Marsabit, Mandera, Wajir, Isiolo, Garissa, and Tana River. Additionally, Lamu, …

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Makueni Deputy Governor Calls on Residents to Protect Government Projects

By: MD Francis Makueni’s Deputy Governor, H.E Lucy Mulili, has issued a stern warning to residents, urging them to safeguard government-sponsored projects and initiatives within the county. Speaking at budget public forums held on Monday at Kilome Subcounty in Tangu Catholic Church grounds, Mulili emphasized the importance of protecting public …

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Khalwale Sues Businessman Shimanyula for Defamation, Seeks Sh200 Million

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has taken legal action against businessman Cleophas Shimanyula, also known as Toto, for alleging that he was involved in the murder of his long-time employee, Kizito Moi Amukune. Amukune was discovered dead in a cow shed on January 28, with a postmortem revealing fatal injuries caused …

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US Ambassador Meg Whitman Endorses Nairobi for African Grammys HQ

US Ambassador Meg Whitman is advocating for Nairobi to become the headquarters of the African Grammy Awards, expressing her support for Kenya among the four proposed African countries. Whitman, a US tech billionaire, highlighted the significance of the Grammys, explaining that after the American Grammys and the Latin-American Grammys, the …

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Kenya’s Capital Turns into an ‘Oven’ as Heatwave Persists

Kenyans are raising concerns about the soaring temperatures in Nairobi, which have become unbearable in recent weeks, prompting discussions on social media platforms. Observations indicate that Nairobi is experiencing a blistering heatwave, making it difficult for individuals to remain indoors without air conditioning or fans. The outdoor conditions are equally …

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‘Mtoto milk maziwa’ Stevo Simple Boy Expresses Interest in Betty Kyallo

Kenyan musician Stevo Simple Boy has openly expressed his desire to pursue a relationship with media personality Betty Kyallo. Simple Boy conveyed his confidence in being able to bring happiness into Betty Kyallo’s life and assist in healing her emotional wounds caused by previous relationships. In a post on his …

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