Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Pope Leo Condemns Exploitation of the Poor, Urges Church Unity at First Mass

Rome CNN — Leo XIV, the first ever American pope, condemned the exploitation of the poor and called for unity in the church during his inaugural Mass in St. Peter’s Square, an event attended by world leaders, royalty and tens of thousands of believers. The 267th pontiff arrived at the Vatican on the …

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Kindiki Criticizes Gachagua Over Alarming Post-Election Violence Comments

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly criticized former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for his recent remarks suggesting the potential for post-election violence in 2027. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking at an interdenominational church service in Busia, Kindiki condemned Gachagua’s comments, calling them dangerous and irresponsible. He firmly …

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Industry Experts Raise Alarm Over Poor-Quality Buildings as Construction Costs Soar

Kenya’s construction industry stakeholders are sounding the alarm over a potential rise in substandard buildings, attributing it to the escalating cost of building materials. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Their warnings come amid growing discontent over increased taxation on essential construction supplies—levies they argue are placing immense strain …

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Gikomba Traders Suffer Losses as Another Fire Ravages Market

Traders at Gikomba Market are once again facing heavy losses after a fire broke out early in the morning, destroying stalls and goods valued at millions of shillings. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Eyewitnesses reported that the fire started around 3:00am and rapidly swept through the footwear section …

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Police Detail 71 Major Cases Solved Since January 2025

The National Police Service (NPS) has announced it has successfully investigated 71 high-profile cases since January 2025, including the KUSSCO fraud scandal and the murders of Multimedia University student Silvia Kemunto, Scottish national Campbell Alistair Scott, and Kilifi electoral officer Aisha Abubakar. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In …

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Ogamba: Learners Won’t Pay for National Exams

Education Cabinet Secretary Migosi Ogamba has assured the public that parents will not be required to pay for national examinations, despite a significant Sh62 billion shortfall in the education sector budget. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The reassurance follows concerns sparked by the discovery that no funds had …

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Govt Issues Urgent Flood Alert for Tana River Basin

The government has issued an urgent advisory for residents in the Lower Tana River Basin to voluntarily evacuate, citing the growing threat of severe flooding due to heavy rains and rising dam levels. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Interior Principal Secretary Dr. Raymond Omollo appealed to communities living …

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Karakuta Launches Avocado Packhouse to Boost Export Capacity

Karakuta Fresh Produce has opened a state-of-the-art avocado packhouse in Nairobi with a capacity of 7,500 tonnes, a strategic move aimed at increasing exports and strengthening ties with over 1,500 smallholder farmers in Kiambu, Nyeri, Kirinyaga, and Meru counties. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The facility will process …

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Kindiki Denounces Violence at Gachagua’s Party Launch

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly criticized the disruption that marred the unveiling of Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP), where security personnel resorted to firing in the air to disperse unruly individuals. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement, Kindiki emphasized the importance of political …

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State Not Controlling MCK, Says Kabogo

ICT and Digital Economy Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo has dismissed claims of any improper ties between the government and the Media Council of Kenya (MCK). Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Addressing attendees at the 2025 Annual Media Summit in South C, Nairobi, Kabogo clarified that the council operates …

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