Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

The High Court has declined to suspend the roll out of the Social Health Insurance Fund. The court directed that the case filed by Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah and two others be heard on a priority basis. Justice Bahati Mwamuye certified the matter as urgent and directed the petitioners to …

The Teachers Service Commission (TSC) has announced an exciting opportunity for qualified teachers as it seeks to fill 46,000 vacancies on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service. This recruitment drive aims to enhance the quality of education across the nation. Available Posts The available positions are distributed as follows: – …

Members of Parliament (MPs) are expected to introduce an ouster motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua today, Tuesday, at 2:30 PM in the National Assembly. Majority Leader and Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung’wah confirmed that the impeachment motion will be presented to the House. For the motion to pass, it needs …

The National Assembly’s Health Committee has given the green light to Safaricom’s KSh 104.8 billion Integrated Information Technology System (IITS) for Universal Healthcare. This initiative aims to digitize Kenya’s healthcare system and had previously faced criticism over its procurement process and Safaricom’s involvement. However, after a thorough review, the committee …

A third attempt to halt the impeachment motion against Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has failed, as a three-judge bench in the High Court’s Constitutional Division declined to issue interim orders. This follows the unsuccessful efforts of former United Democratic Alliance (UDA) Secretary-General Cleophas Malalah and the civil society group Sheria …

Political activist Morara Kebaso has been arrested at his Kahawa Sukari offices under unclear circumstances. During the arrest, authorities seized electronic devices, including phones and laptops. His lawyer, Pareno Solonka, reported that Kebaso has been held incommunicado since his arrest, with officers claiming to be acting on “orders from above.” …

Former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu was arrested on Monday and taken to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) Headquarters due to alleged inciting comments he made in Ruiru. His lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru, confirmed the arrest was related to these remarks. Waititu is currently detained at the DCI’s Serious Crime Unit. …

Nyeri County, Kenya – Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has arrived at Mweiga Stadium in Kieni, Nyeri County, for a somber memorial service honoring the victims of the tragic fire at Endarasha Hillside Academy. The service has drawn leaders from across the country, reflecting the national grief over the incident. The …

The Europa League returns tonight with an exciting new format that has fans eagerly anticipating more football action. The competition has expanded from 32 to 36 teams, resulting in matches being played on Wednesday nights instead of the traditional Thursday nights.   Among the teams in action tonight is the …

Kenya Airways (KQ) incurred losses of at least Sh80 million during recent demonstrations against the government’s agreement with Adani Company concerning the takeover of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). CEO Allan Kilavuka disclosed on Monday that the strike caused significant flight disruptions, leading to substantial financial losses for the airline. …