The Lower Eastern Times

South Africa Accuses Israel of Genocide in Gaza War, Files Case at International Court of Justice

South Africa has submitted a case to the International Court of Justice, accusing Israel of genocide during its conflict with Hamas in Gaza. The application alleges that Israel, in violation of the Genocide Convention, has committed acts and omissions with specific intent to destroy Palestinians in Gaza. South Africa emphasizes …

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Barack Obama Unveils Diverse Music Favorites for 2023

Former President Barack Obama showcased his musical taste for the year, sharing a diverse mix of tracks ranging from Afrobeats to Reggaeton on his official Instagram on Friday. Among his favorite songs were “On My Mama” by Victoria Monét, “Crazy Love” by Rita Wilson and Keith Urban, “Water” by Tyla, …

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Governors Challenge Handover of ECDE Management to National Government, Citing Lack of Agreement with Counties

  The Council of Governors (CoG) asserts that there has been no agreement between the State and county governments to facilitate the transfer of the management of early childhood development and education centres (ECDE) to the national government. The Governors’ stance comes in response to Education Cabinet Secretary (CS) Ezekiel …

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Homa Bay Triumphs In Eliud Owalo Super Cup 2023, Secures Victory In Penalty Shootout

Homa Bay Combined emerged as the champions of the inaugural Eliud Owalo Super Cup 2023, securing victory in a penalty shootout against Kisumu Combined with a score of 4-2. The final, which took place at Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Kisumu, ended in a goalless draw during regular time. The …

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Athletes Seek Training for Referees and Coaches to Enhance Football Standards

Football enthusiasts in Busia are calling on the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) to organize training sessions and refresher courses for club officials and referees involved in holiday tournaments, aiming to elevate the quality of soccer in the region. Expressing their views at Butula Polytechnic during the Engineer Kwena tournament, Christian …

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Ruto Scores D In 2023 Performance – InfoTrak survey

President William Ruto’s performance in 2023 has been assessed at a grade of D plain, according to the most recent opinion poll conducted by the Infotrak research and consulting company. The survey indicates that Ruto received a D plain, with a 47 percent approval rating from Kenyans, while his deputy, …

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Treasury Assures No Default On $2 Billion Eurobond Repayment

Kenya’s Treasury has affirmed its commitment to meeting all debt obligations related to the $2 billion Eurobond, which matures in July 2024. The country recently made a payment of $68.7 million (Ksh10.8 billion) in interest, abandoning its initial plan for a $300 million buyback. In a statement, CS National Treasury …

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Kenya’s Economy Records 5.9% Growth in Q3, Fueled by Agricultural Rebound

In the third quarter of the year up to September, Kenya’s economy exhibited a robust 5.9% growth, according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). This marks an improvement compared to the 4.3% real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) recorded during the same period the previous year. The growth was …

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Donald Trump Barred from Maine’s 2024 Presidential Ballot Due to Capitol Riot

Maine’s Secretary of State, Shenna Bellows, has determined that Donald Trump is ineligible to run for president in the state in 2024, citing a constitutional clause related to insurrection. The decision, prompted by Trump’s actions leading up to the 2021 US Capitol riot, makes Maine the second state, after Colorado, …

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Kenyan Woman Apprehended in India with Cocaine Worth Ksh 280 Million

In a significant drug seizure at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMI), a Kenyan woman was detained on Thursday for her alleged participation in the trafficking of cocaine valued at an astounding Ksh 280 million (Rs 14.90 crore). The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) disclosed that the arrest resulted …

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