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Traffic congestion has intensified along Mombasa Road due to flooding near Cabanas, following a spell of heavy rainfall. Footage obtained by The Lower Eastern Times reveals numerous vehicles stranded amidst impassable floodwaters, causing significant disruption to travel. ALSO READ: Kenya Floods: Death Toll Mounts to 219, 72 Missing Amid Heavy Rains …

A Nairobi woman has been apprehended for posing as a detective from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC). Ms. Ezely Omwoyo, alias ‘Jacinta’ is suspected of deceiving government officials, contractors, suppliers, and the public, allegedly swindling them out of large sums of money. By masquerading as a prominent “Anti-Corruption Lawyer …

As the death toll from flooding in Kenya climbs to 219, with 72 people still missing, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki issues a cautionary plea for citizens to be vigilant on the roads amidst forecasts of heavy rainfall across the nation this weekend. According to an update released on May …

Former Kamukunji OCS Chief Inspector Samir Yunus, previously charged with sexually assaulting a policewoman at a station, has been acquitted by a Nairobi court due to insufficient evidence. In a ruling issued on April 30 by Milimani principal Magistrate Robinson Ondieki, Yunus was cleared of allegations of misusing his authority …

In Kenya’s dynamic media landscape, radio remains a cornerstone for both information dissemination and entertainment, maintaining its relevance despite the digital revolution. The Media Council of Kenya has released its latest report, offering insights into radio listenership trends spanning from 2021 to 2023. Key findings indicate fluctuations in daily listening …

Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has been ranked as the worst-performing minister. In a report released by TIFA on Thursday, Linturi scored an E of 25 per cent. According to findings of the poll, Linturi is considered the most responsible for the poor quality (if not “fake”) …

A tragic event unfolded on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, as the commander of a police base in Ruai, Cyprian Walunya Kasili, lost his life when his car was swept away by flooding in Machakos County. The incident occurred near River Kware in Matungulu, where concerned citizens spotted the submerged vehicle …

President Ruto in pursuant to section 9 (2) (a) of the KDF Act, has promoted Lt Gen Charles Muriu Kahariri to the rank of General & appointed him The CDF, replacing the late General Francis Ogolla. Major General Thomas Njoroge Ng’ang’a Posted to National Defence University and appointed Deputy Vice …

Six individuals were rescued from inundated residences in Kitengela, Kajiado County, subsequent to a substantial rainfall on Wednesday morning. The Kenya Red Cross, in an update at 7 a.m., reported ongoing search efforts in areas including Deliverance Road, Balozi Road, Baraka Road, Blessed Court, New Valley, Changombe, and KAG. ALSO …

The Kenya National Highways Authority has declared the closure of a segment of Thika Road at Kahawa Sukari Drift, extending from Kahawa Barracks to Kenyatta University, due to heavy rainfall in the city. Motorists traveling to Thika are advised to utilize Kiambu Road, then divert onto Northern Bypass towards Ruiru …