Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Gov’t Announces Return-to-Work Plan for TUK Staff Amid Ongoing Dispute

The Ministry of Education has introduced a framework aimed at establishing a sustainable agreement to facilitate a structured return-to-work plan for staff at the Technical University of Kenya (TUK). Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba shared this update following talks with union representatives from TUK, the University Academic Staff Union, and …

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Auditor General Uncovers Sh104B SHA Scandal, Calls for Parliamentary Action

Auditor General Nancy Gathungu has revealed significant irregularities in the procurement of the technology system for the Social Health Authority (SHA), urging Parliament to take swift action against those accountable. Testifying before the Senate Public Accounts Committee, Gathungu emphasized that she had met her constitutional obligation by exposing flaws in …

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KPLC Lists10 Counties Which Will be Affected by Power Interruptions Today

Kenya Power has released a schedule for planned power interruptions in parts of 10 counties on Wednesday, with disruptions expected between 8 am and 5 pm at different times in each area. The affected counties include Nairobi, Machakos, Nakuru, Nandi, Kakamega, Tharaka Nithi, Nyeri, Kiambu, Kitui, and Kilifi. In Nairobi, …

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European Football Rumors Wednesday: Liverpool considering signing Rafael Leao

Liverpool face Barcelona in the race to sign AC Milan’s Portugal international Rafael Leao, 25. (Team Talk), Bayern Munich have lowered their asking price for Arsenal target Kingsley Coman, 28, as they look to offload the French striker in the summer. (Bild – in German) Uruguay striker Darwin Nunez, 25, …

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WHO: 2.5 Billion People Projected to Have Hearing Loss by 2050

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that by 2050, nearly 2.5 billion people are expected to experience some form of hearing loss, with over 700 million needing hearing rehabilitation. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Disabling hearing loss is defined as a hearing loss greater than 35 decibels (dB) …

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64 Kenyans Among Thousands Rescued from Myanmar Scam

The Kenyan government is in discussions with the Thai government to reopen its border crossing on humanitarian grounds to allow for the repatriation of 64 Kenyans rescued from a scam in Myanmar. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel These 64 Kenyans, along with over 30 other nationalities from across …

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Harambee Sacco Announces 9% Interest on Deposits for 2024

Harambee Sacco has announced an increase in the interest rate on deposits to a record high of 9% for 2024, compared to 8.5% paid out in 2023, according to national chairman Macloud Malonza. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Additionally, the Sacco is proposing a new record interest of …

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Nigerian Muslims Arrested for Eating in Public During Ramadan

The Islamic police in the northern Nigerian state of Kano have arrested Muslims seen eating and drinking publicly, as well as those selling food at the start of Ramadan, when Muslims are supposed to fast from dawn until dusk. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The deputy commander of …

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Benny McCarthy Appointed Head Coach of Kenya National Football Team

The Football Kenya Federation (FKF) has officially named Benni McCarthy as the new head coach of the Kenyan national football team. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel McCarthy, a former South African international and UEFA Champions League winner, is expected to bring extensive experience as both a player and …

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Manchester United vs Fulham Prediction and Betting Tips

Manchester United vs Fulham Prediction Mann U vs Fulham 1-2 Manchester United vs Fulham Betting Tips Tip 1: Result – Fulham to win Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals – Yes Tip 3: Both teams to score – Yes Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel

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