Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

By: Moses Mutua, Mt Kenya university  The Finance Bill 2026 has once again placed Kenya at a critical decision point. As Parliament continues debating the proposals, the country is confronted with a pressing question: how can the government raise adequate revenue to fund public services without overwhelming citizens and businesses …

By: Nicholas Kamau, Mt. Kenya University Mental health awareness is an important issue that Kenya must give greater attention. Many people, including young individuals, experience conditions such as stress, anxiety, and depression, yet a large number suffer in silence due to fear of stigma and lack of awareness. For many …

Doctors at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) have successfully removed a 4-kilogram liver tumour in a delicate seven-hour operation, giving a patient a new lease on life. The procedure, known as a right hepatectomy, was carried out during a three-day Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgical Camp held at the hospital from June 10 …

President William Ruto’s push for reforms in the global financial system received a significant endorsement after G7 leaders backed efforts to create a fairer, more efficient, and development-oriented international financing framework. In a joint declaration on international partnerships, G7 nations together with partner countries, including Kenya and South Korea, acknowledged …

The Linda Mwananchi movement gained renewed political momentum on Sunday after Murang’a Governor Irungu Kang’ata joined its leaders during a public gathering at Kivulini Grounds in Thika. The rally attracted hundreds of residents and brought together several opposition leaders who reaffirmed their commitment to championing the interests of ordinary Kenyans. …

EMBU, KENYA — In a stunning political upset that captured the attention of the entire nation, Sally Mwende has been elected the new student president of Tenri School. The highly anticipated election, which concluded today, Monday, June 15, 2026, was officially supervised by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) …

By Mercy Sila, MKU In the dry plains of Machakos County, where harsh sunshine and unpredictable rainfall often make farming difficult, a quiet agricultural transformation is unfolding in Kibauni village, Ikalaasa Location. Farmers in the area are now finding hope and improved livelihoods through the cultivation of yellow beans, locally …

By: Patrick Karanja, Jewel Technical College Zanzibar is one of Africa’s most stunning and well-known tourist destinations. Situated in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Tanzania, this tropical island attracts thousands of visitors from across the world each year, including travellers from Europe, Asia, America, and other parts of …

The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (KICD) has instructed school principals to confirm the number of Grade 10 textbooks received compared to learner enrolment per subject, in a nationwide verification exercise. In a notice to schools, KICD said the second phase of textbook distribution has been completed and the verification …

By: Philis Atieno – Mount Kenya University Cases of gender-based violence continue to spark concern across the country, with many incidents believed to go unreported, leaving survivors to endure suffering in silence. Experts note that the consequences of gender-based violence go beyond physical injury, often resulting in long-term psychological trauma, …