Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Tanzanian Opposition Leader Released after Being Arrested Yesterday

The Vice Chairman of Tanzania’s main opposition party, CHADEMA, John Heche and other party leaders have been released by the police a few hours after being arrested while preparing to address a public rally in the commercial capital of Dar es Salaam. Heche told the BBC, “The police had no …

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Judge Blocks Trump from Shutting Down Voice of America (VOA)

A federal judge in Washington has ordered the Trump administration to restore all operations and funding to the Voice of America (VOA) and other US-funded media outlets, saying efforts to dismantle them violate the law and the Constitution. More than 1,300 VOA employees, including 1,000 journalists, were furloughed following an …

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Body of Man Swept Away by Floods Found in Isiolo

The body of a man who went missing after being swept away by flash floods in Isiolo has been recovered a short distance downstream in Isiolo Town. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The incident occurred on Friday during heavy rains near the KMC Bridge. Authorities confirmed that Paul …

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Thousands Join Anti-Trump Protests Across US

Thousands took to the streets across the US on Saturday to protest over recent actions by President Donald Trump. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Known as “50501”, for “50 protests, 50 states, 1 movement”, the demonstrations were intended to coincide with the 250th anniversary of the start of …

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Pakistan Expels Tens of Thousands of Afghans

Pakistan has deported more than 19,500 Afghans this month, out of more than 80,000 who left before the April 30 deadline, according to the UN. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Pakistan has stepped up the deportation of Afghans without permits and those with temporary residency permits, saying it …

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Amin to Gachagua: Drop the Drama, Follow Proper Channels Over Assassination Claims

Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin has called out former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for his recent claims that his life is in danger, urging him to stop turning the matter into a media spectacle. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Amin advised Gachagua to report any threats to …

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CS Mbadi Sets June 12 as Budget Day for 2025/26 Fiscal Year

National Treasury and Economic Planning Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has confirmed that the 2025/26 national budget statement, including key revenue-raising proposals, will be presented to Parliament on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In an interview held on April 18, Mbadi said the date was …

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Archbishop Kivuva Urges Political Tolerance During Easter Season

Catholic Archbishop Martin Kivuva of Mombasa has appealed for increased political tolerance in light of rising political tensions and violence in the country. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Delivering his Good Friday message, Archbishop Kivuva also emphasized the importance of road safety, urging motorists to remain vigilant to …

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KUCCPS Announces Available Slots in 26 KMTC Courses

The Kenya Universities and Colleges Central Placement Service (KUCCPS) has revealed that 26 programmes at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) are still open for applications. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The courses, which include both Diploma and Certificate options, are available to all eligible applicants, with the …

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Woman Nabbed in Moyale with Cocaine Hidden in Private Parts

A woman has been arrested in Moyale, Marsabit County, after being found with 294 grams of cocaine concealed in her private parts. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The arrest was part of an ongoing multi-agency operation targeting drug trafficking routes linking Kenya’s Northern Frontier to Nairobi. Authorities estimate …

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