The Lower Eastern Times

Sifuna: No Threat Will Silence Me

Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has vowed that no form of intimidation or political threat will deter him from speaking out against the government. Sifuna emphasized that he, alongside like-minded leaders, will continue exposing alleged injustices. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Addressing congregants during a church service in Kitengela, …

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Nakuru County to Dispose of 27 Unclaimed Bodies

Nakuru County has announced that 27 unclaimed bodies at the Nakuru County public mortuary will be disposed of within 21 days if not collected. The County released a detailed list of the unclaimed bodies, including the place and date of death as well as the cause. The notice, issued by …

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CS Wandayi Launches Mt. Elgon Last Mile Electricity Project

Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi has officially commissioned the Last Mile Connectivity Project in Kamachei and Chesikaki Wards, Mt. Elgon Constituency, Bungoma County, marking a major step toward expanding electricity access in the region. The CS was joined by Mt. Elgon MP Fred Kapondi, County Deputy Governor Janepher …

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The Roman Circus Effect on Kenyan Students and Schools

By: Beatrice Nzambi, Jewel Technical Collage In ancient Rome, the circus was more than just entertainment. It was a carefully staged arena of power, competition, and public approval. Victors were celebrated, losers forgotten, and the crowd’s roar mattered as much as skill itself. Centuries later, Kenya’s education system increasingly mirrors …

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Jumia Revenue Soars 34% in Q4 Surge

Jumia recorded a 34 percent increase in revenue during the fourth quarter, reaching $61.4 million (Sh7.9 billion), pointing to renewed business momentum and highlighting Kenya as a strategic growth market. Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) rose by 36 percent compared to the same period last year to $279.5 million (Sh36 billion), …

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Salasya Demands Arrest of ‘Russian Guy’ Over Viral Videos Scandal

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has demanded the arrest of a Russian national accused of filming and circulating videos of Kenyan women without their permission. In a statement released on Saturday, February 14, 2026, Salasya strongly criticised the man’s conduct, terming it exploitative and disrespectful. Click here to join our …

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Lamu Port Officially Open for Business, Chirchir Says

Transport Cabinet Secretary Davis Chirchir has announced that the Port of Lamu is now fully operational, marking a key achievement in Kenya’s major infrastructure drive under the Lamu Port-South Sudan-Ethiopia Transport (LAPSSET) Corridor project. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking after observing three cargo vessels offloading goods at …

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Orange Party Split Explodes in Mombasa and Kitengela

Divisions within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are set to play out publicly today, with rival camps organising separate rallies in Mombasa and Kajiado counties. The Linda Ground faction, led by party leader Oburu Oginga, will gather at Tononoka Grounds in Mombasa to promote its Broad-Based Government (BBG) agenda. Click …

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Why Gen Z Can’t Get Enough of Babu and Sifuna

A growing number of young Kenyans are throwing their support behind Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, with many in the Gen Z bracket viewing them as strong voices for youth interests. Their backing extends well beyond online engagement. From donning branded apparel and turning up …

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The Roman Circus in Politics: How Spectacle Becomes a Tool for Power

By: James Ng’ang’a, Jewel College The term “Roman circus” has long outgrown its original meaning of chariot races and arena entertainment. In modern politics, it refers to the use of spectacle, drama, and mass excitement to capture public attention and influence opinion. Around the world, politicians often turn political activity …

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