Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

The burial of Magdalene Kalembe, widow of former Kibwezi West MP Kalembe Ndile, was marred by a political altercation that escalated into chaos, causing attendees to flee for safety. The incident occurred during the funeral ceremony at Mbui Nzau village in Kibwezi West, Makueni County, on Friday. Tensions flared when …

A tragic incident unfolded in Kisii town when a local businessman fatally shot his girlfriend and then took his own life, according to police reports. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which occurred late Friday night. The man, identified as Vincent Michieka, reportedly shot his girlfriend, Veronica Morande, …

Ruto’s UDA receives Ksh.316 million from the Political Parties Fund, while ODM receives Ksh.168 million, according to Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu. The allocations for the Financial Year 2023/2024 were announced in a gazette notice published on Friday. United Democratic Alliance (UDA) emerged with the largest share, receiving slightly …

Raila Odinga criticized the court’s decision to allow the Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) to remain deployed during protests. He argued that it was inappropriate for the military, whose role is to defend against external threats, to handle internal matters such as protests. Raila made these remarks at the burial of …

Ruto met with bishops from the African Independent Pentecostal Church Africa (AIPCA) on Saturday as part of his ongoing efforts to prepare for discussions. This follows a similar meeting he held with Catholic Church leaders on Friday. The gathering, led by Archbishop Samson Muthuri, took place at State House and …

Twenty human rights organizations have urged the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to take action against police officers accused of misconduct during protests against the Finance Bill. The groups issued a joint statement on Saturday, calling on IPOA Chairperson Anne Makori to investigate reports of police brutality. They expressed concern …

The Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) has strongly criticized the assaults on healthcare workers. They denounced what they described as brutal acts and excessive force used against medical professionals providing aid to injured demonstrators amidst protests against the finance bill. In a statement released on Tuesday, KMPDU …

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed deep sorrow over the reports of fatalities during the recent protests in Kenya against the Finance Bill. He emphasized his sadness at the deaths and injuries, which included journalists and medical personnel. Guterres urged the Kenyan government to show restraint in handling the demonstrations and …

After a day of protest, turmoil and bloodshed, Kenyan President William Ruto addressed the nation with a message of sadness and strength. Saying “legitimate” protests against his policies had been “hijacked by a group of organised criminals,” he warned his government would use all means at its disposal to prevent …

Following President William Ruto’s passionate national address, military personnel have now been dispatched to safeguard all designated areas across the country. This deployment comes in response to a recent gazette notice issued by Defence Secretary Aden Duale. Key locations such as State Houses in Nairobi, Nakuru, and Mombasa, as well …