The Lower Eastern Times

Government to Transfer Long-Serving Police Officers

The government plans to transfer police officers who have been stationed in one place for more than three years in order to prevent conflicts of interest within the National Police Service. Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Prof. Kithure Kindiki emphasized the importance of this policy during a meeting with …

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Siaya Girl, 16, Arrested After Killing Niece.

A 16-year-old girl was apprehended following the ‘unintentional’ death of her 9-year-old niece in Siaya. Authorities are probing the incident where the teenager purportedly used a spear to fatally injure the younger girl at Nyandiwa village. According to reports, the suspect, who suffers from mental illness, was playing with other …

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Safaricom Mpesa Foundation Collaborates to Build State-of-the-Art Dormitory at St. Charles Lwanga School

By: Nicholas Wambua  In a groundbreaking development, Nick Mulila Commissioners, in collaboration with the Safaricom Mpesa Foundation, have unveiled a modern dormitory at St. Charles Lwanga School, capable of accommodating up to 800 students. Valued at 53 million shillings, this project represents a significant investment in educational infrastructure in the …

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Governor Malombe Waives Expenses for Bereaved Families

By: Nicholas Wambua In a bid to offer support to grieving families and address broader safety concerns, Governor Julius Malombe has announced the waiver of morgue, hospital, and burial expenses. According to the governor, this gesture, reflective of empathy and community support, aims to provide solace and financial relief to …

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Man Kills Wife Over Sexual Denial

A 48-year-old man from the West Nile Region of Northwestern Uganda has been arrested by police for allegedly killing his 23-year-old wife. The incident, which occurred on March 1, 2024, reportedly stemmed from a dispute over the wife’s refusal to engage in sexual activity. The couple had been sharing a …

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Two Die in Nairobi Plane Crash

Two individuals perished following a mid-air collision between two planes shortly after departure in Nairobi. The incident involved a plane from the 99 Flying Club, resulting in fatalities, while all 39 passengers and five crew members aboard the Safarilink aircraft were safely evacuated. Safarilink reported the collision and made a …

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Siaya:Woman Arrested for Hacking Husband

A woman was apprehended in Siaya for attacking her husband with a machete, causing him serious injuries. The incident occurred in Abimbo village, South Sakwa, where the 45-year-old man, Samson Atunda, was hacked on the face by his wife, Shaniz Achieng, while he was asleep. The matter was reported to …

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Uasin Gishu Dam Accidents Claim Two Lives

Two individuals below the age of 25 have lost their lives in separate drowning accidents within Uasin Gishu County. In the first incident, a male domestic worker reportedly drowned while attempting to rescue a sheep that had fallen into a dam in the Kimuri vicinity. The second incident, in the …

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KFCB Orders Embarambamba to Remove Controversial Songs from YouTube

The Kenya Film Classification Board has instructed Embarambamba, the controversial gospel singer, to remove all of his music videos from his YouTube channel and other social media platforms within two days. Failure to comply will result in legal action. Additionally, he must submit his videos to the board for examination …

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High Court Upholds Affordable Housing Bill Amidst Legal Challenge

The High Court has rejected a legal challenge against the Affordable Housing Bill 2023. The case, brought by activist Lawrence Opiuo, argued that the bill was rushed through without proper public input. However, the court ruled that the necessary consultations had taken place and declined to intervene in the legislative …

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