Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Eldoret: Man Sentenced to 1 Year in Jail for Stealing Employer’s Phone

An Eldoret court has sentenced a casual laborer to pay a Ksh. 20,000 fine or serve a one-year jail term after he stole a mobile phone worth Ksh. 11,000 from his employer. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Amos Ekale Erupe, who appeared before Eldoret Principal Magistrate Caroline Wattimah, …

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MetroTrans Announces Temporary Service Suspension This Saturday

MetroTrans EA Limited has issued a notice informing customers and stakeholders that all of its services will be temporarily suspended on Saturday, 22nd March 2025. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel The suspension is due to a scheduled sensitization program for the company’s drivers, conductors, and staff members, aimed …

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CS Mbadi Criticizes Devolution, Proposes Return to Fewer Provinces

National Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi has expressed concerns over the current devolution system in Kenya, which led to the creation of 47 counties. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel According to Mbadi, the current structure is unsustainable, particularly due to the ballooning wage bill and mismanagement of resources. …

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KPLC Announces Power Cuts in Four Counties on Wednesday

Kenya Power has announced scheduled power outages in specific areas of Siaya, Nyeri, Tharaka Nithi, and Mombasa counties on Wednesday, aimed at facilitating grid maintenance in those regions. The outages will occur from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Siaya Power interruptions will affect areas in Boro and Nyadorera, including Mwer …

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Mwangaza Vows to Fight Impeachment Legally

Former Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has described her impeachment as a complete sham and pledged to mount a vigorous legal challenge in the near future. Speaking on Tuesday evening, following the swearing-in of her deputy, Isaac Mutuma, who took office after the High Court upheld her removal last Friday, Mwangaza …

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Old Mutual Profit Soars 550% to Sh1.3 Billion

Old Mutual Group’s profit after tax surged by 550% to Sh1.3 billion last year, driven by robust performance in its asset management division, underwriting gains from the insurance sector, and returns on invested assets. In 2023, the company reported a net profit of Sh200 million. “Our ongoing strategy is focused …

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HELB Disburses Ksh. 1.56 Billion to University Students

In a significant development for university and college students, the government, through the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB), has disbursed Ksh. 1.56 billion to support tuition and upkeep costs. The funds were released on Friday, offering relief to students and trainees facing financial difficulties. Education Cabinet Secretary Migos Ogamba confirmed …

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Nyoro Breaks Silence on Removal from Budget Committee

Kiharu Member of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro has spoken out about his removal from the National Assembly Budget and Appropriations Committee. Nyoro, who was replaced by Alego Usonga MP Sam Atandi, told the press on Tuesday that he is unaware of the reasons behind his removal, as the Kenya Kwanza coalition …

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KPLC Announces Power Outages in Several Regions for Maintenance

Various regions of the country will experience power outages for much of the day on Monday, as Kenya Power carries out its routine maintenance work. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Kenya Power has announced planned power disruptions in seven counties on Monday, March 17, 2025, from 9 a.m. …

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Police Officer Found Dead in Suspected Suicide at Sossiot Police Station

A 49-year-old police officer has been found dead in an apparent suicide at Sossiot Police Station in Belgut, Kericho County. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Constable Paul Wagathari, who had recently been transferred to the station, was discovered hanging by a shoelace in the station’s radio room on …

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