Kenyan immigration officials announced the arrival of the initial group of visa-free foreigners in the country, utilizing the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). The ETA, costing Sh4,600 and applied through the eCitizen platform, replaced traditional visas following the President’s directive for Kenya to become visa-free …
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The government has disclosed that the recent El Niño rains resulted in the unfortunate loss of 174 lives nationwide, encompassing 133 adults and 41 children. The National El Niño Emergency and Disaster Control Centre also highlighted the substantial impact on the agricultural sector, with 84,568 acres of land and 6,706 …
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The controversy surrounding a 2,500-acre parcel of land in Ruiru, Kiambu County, has taken a new turn following revelations by Lands Cabinet Secretary Alice Wahome. Wahome disclosed that individuals had forged documents in an effort to unlawfully acquire a valuable piece of land. Addressing the issue for the first time …
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The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is seeking a 21-day extension to detain five suspects apprehended in connection with the murder of Meru County blogger Daniel Muthiani, also known as Sniper. Court documents state that this period is necessary for the DCI to conclude investigations, emphasizing that additional suspects are …
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In January, both employees and employers will continue to bear the controversial housing levy costs. This decision comes in the wake of the Court of Appeal’s directive to maintain the existing situation until the ruling is issued on January 26th. Judges Lydia Achode, John Mativo, and Mwaniki Gachoka prolonged the …
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Moses Wetang’ula, the National Assembly Speaker, underscored the vital role played by Parliaments in addressing climate change. Speaking at a Commonwealth Speakers forum in Uganda, Wetang’ula emphasized the increasing frequency and severity of climate-related shocks hindering poverty eradication in the continent. During the event, Wetang’ula, accompanied by Senate counterpart Amason …
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Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei asserts that the judiciary in Kenya has become ‘rogue’ and needs to be brought under control. Cherargei advises President William Ruto to disregard court decisions that he believes aim to undermine the government. The senator alleges that the Judiciary has fallen under the influence of corrupt …
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In response to a widely-circulated video depicting an alleged assault on a healthcare provider at Port Victoria Sub County Hospital in Busia County, Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha issued a statement on Thursday denouncing acts of violence against healthcare workers. She emphasized that individuals engaging in such behavior will face …
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A group of boda boda operators has filed a lawsuit against the Kenya Kwanza government, claiming exclusion from government initiatives. Court documents reveal that the boda boda riders argue that the Kenya Kwanza campaign leading up to the 2022 General Election focused on empowering individuals involved in the boda boda …
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Ababu Namwamba, the Cabinet Secretary for Sports and Youth Affairs, has commented on a widely circulated video in which a woman used his name during a confrontation with hospital staff. The undated video, reportedly filmed at Port Victoria Hospital in Busia County, depicts an unidentified woman and man harassing medical …
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The Lower Eastern Times Opening The Third Eye
