The Lower Eastern Times

US Embassy in Kuwait Closed ‘until further notice’

By: BBC The US embassy in Kuwait is closed “until further notice” according to a post on its X account, citing “ongoing regional tensions”. The embassy says that “we have cancelled all regular and emergency consular appointments”. On Monday, the US State Department urged Americans in many parts of the …

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President Ruto to Attend 25th EAC Summit in Arusha on Saturday

President William Ruto is set to travel to Tanzania on March 7 to participate in the 25th Ordinary Summit of the East African Community (EAC) Heads of State in Arusha. The Summit, the EAC’s highest decision-making body, will bring together leaders from the bloc’s eight Partner States to discuss key …

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KUCCPS Reopens KMTC Applications for March 2026 Intake

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has reopened its portal for applications to diploma and certificate programmes at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) for the March 2026 intake. The placement targets Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) holders who have not yet secured admission to KMTC, …

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CS Wandayi: Kenya’s Petroleum Stocks Safe Until April 2026

The government has reassured Kenyans that the country has sufficient petroleum reserves to withstand potential supply disruptions stemming from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Energy and Petroleum Cabinet Secretary Opiyo Wandayi stated that Kenya currently maintains adequate stocks to meet both domestic demand and regional obligations. Scheduled fuel …

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COMESA Clears Safaricom Stake Sale to Vodacom

The COMESA Competition and Consumer Commission (CCCC) has approved Vodacom Group’s acquisition of a 15 percent stake in Safaricom PLC, ruling that the deal will not negatively affect competition in Kenya or the wider region. In its review, the regulator noted that mobile and broadband markets in Kenya and other …

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Kagumo: 29-Year-Old Found Dead at Estranged Wife’s Home

Authorities are investigating the death of 29-year-old Dennis Muriithi, who was found dead at his estranged wife’s home in Kamuiru village, Kagumo, Kirinyaga County, following a domestic dispute on Sunday, March 1, 2026. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Police say Muriithi had visited the house to discuss unresolved …

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European Football Rumours Tuesday: Tottenham Players to Take pay cut if their team is relegated

Tottenham players face mandatory pay cuts if the club is relegated from the Premier League to the Championship. (The Athletic – Subscription Required) Inter Milan are interested in Liverpool and Brazil goalkeeper Alisson, 33, with Juventus also interested. (La Repubblica – Subscription Required in Italy) Manchester United are keen on …

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Who Will See the 2026 Blood Moon? Full List Revealed

Although skywatchers in Kenya and much of Africa will not see the March 3, 2026 total lunar eclipse, millions in other parts of the world are expected to experience the striking “blood moon” phenomenon. Data from NASA and global observatories shows that the eclipse will be most visible in areas …

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Truecaller Launches Advertising Platform in Kenya and South Africa

Global communications app Truecaller has unveiled its advertising services in Kenya and South Africa as part of its broader expansion strategy across the African market. In the new setup, 365 Digital has been named the sole reseller of Truecaller’s advertising inventory in the two countries. Click here to join our …

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More Pain for Nairobi Residents as Water Bills Jump

Nairobi residents will soon dig deeper into their pockets for water and sewerage services after the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) adjusted its tariffs for both domestic and commercial users. With the new pricing, households consuming about 10,000 litres monthly will now pay Sh748, up from the previous …

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