Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Four Israeli Hostages Released by Hamas and Returned Home

Unlike last weekend’s hostage handover in Gaza, today’s events have been largely motivated by Hamas. The four girls emerged from vehicles guarded by masked gunmen and were taken to a prepared area, where a Red Cross official had just signed documents with a Hamas fighter. Click here to join our …

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South African President Signs Controversial Land Grab Law

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed a law allowing the government to seize land from whites without compensation, a move that has sparked a fierce conflict within his government. More than 30 years after the end of apartheid, black South Africans own only a small portion of the agricultural …

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3-Year-Old Dies After Being Hit by Lorry in Mlolongo

A child has tragically lost his life in a road accident in Mlolongo, Machakos County. The 3-year-old boy was killed instantly when he was struck by a lorry during the accident, which took place late Friday evening. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The incident was reported to the …

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Gachagua: I Will Collaborate with Martha Karua

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has pledged to work alongside Narc Kenya Party Leader Martha Karua. Gachagua emphasized that the partnership would benefit from Karua’s vast political experience. Speaking on Saturday after a meeting with Karua at her Kirinyaga home, the former DP mentioned that he would consult Karua frequently …

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Karua and Gachagua Hold Closed-Door Meeting in Kirinyaga

Martha Karua, leader of the Narc Kenya party, hosted former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua at her home in Gichugu, Kirinyaga County. The meeting, which took place on Saturday, was attended by Gachagua and his wife, Dorcas Rigathi, along with several Members of Parliament, including Gathoni Wamuchomba (Githunguri), Jane Kihara (Naivasha), …

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Molo Activist Dies from Head Injuries – Dr. Johansen Oduor

Richard Otieno, a Molo activist, died from severe head injuries caused by a sharp object, according to Chief Government Pathologist Dr. Johansen Oduor. Otieno was attacked and killed outside his home in Elburgon, Nakuru County, on the night of Saturday, January 18, by unidentified assailants. Click here to join our …

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The Phone From the Future: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra arrives with a bold claim: to redefine how we interact with our phones. This review explores whether it lives up to the hype, is it really the next generation device or just another hype. Powered by a Samsung’s most powerful processor, customized for Galaxy. it …

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CS Ogamba: Capitation Released, Don’t Send Learners Home

Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba has urged school principals not to send students home over unpaid fees, emphasizing that the government has already released part of the Sh48 billion capitation to schools. Ogamba revealed that the Treasury released Sh19 billion on Thursday, with an additional Sh15 billion scheduled for release …

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Kenya Employers Warn New Taxes Are Hurting Employees’ Livelihoods

The Federation of Kenya Employers (FKE) has raised concerns over the impact of recent tax increases on employees’ living standards. CEO Jacqueline Mugo highlighted that employers are caught in a difficult situation, facing the challenge of adhering to labor laws while being forced to make deductions that exceed the legal …

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High Court Clears Path for IEBC Selection Panel Appointment

The High Court in Kiambu has rejected a petition to invalidate the list of nominees for the IEBC commissioners’ selection panel. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Justice Dora Chepkwony ruled that the nine individuals nominated to the panel demonstrate a deliberate effort to ensure regional diversity. She stated …

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