Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

June Moi To Be Laid To Rest Today

Today marks the funeral proceedings for June Chebet Moi, daughter of the late former President Daniel Moi, who passed away on April 11 at the age of 60. The ceremony includes a funeral mass at Kabarak University grounds followed by a private burial at her Bahati farm in Nakuru County. …

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Jowie Appeals Death Sentence, Alleges Cruelty

Jowie, also known as Joseph Irungu, is appealing his death sentence for the murder of Monica Kimani, arguing that it violates his constitutional rights. In court documents share, he contends that the penalty is cruel and inhumane, seeking a declaration that it constitutes torture and is prohibited under Article 25 …

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Majani Insurance and Britam Partner for Tea Farmer Coverage

Tea growers can now access cost-effective outpatient medical insurance thanks to a collaboration between Majani Insurance Brokers (MIB) and Britam. This initiative aims to support small-scale tea farmers nationwide. MIB, in conjunction with Britam, has introduced an affordable outpatient medical insurance scheme tailored for smallholder tea farmers. This initiative builds …

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Duale Banns Political Gatherings at Uhuru Park and Central Park!

Uhuru Park and Central Park, situated in Nairobi County, are now off-limits for political rallies, announced Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale during the Senate Plenary on Wednesday, April 17. In response to a query from Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna regarding the removal of the podium at Uhuru Park, CS Duale …

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Woman in Machakos Court Gives Birth After Being Found Innocent in Son’s Murder Case

A pregnant woman from Machakos delivered her baby at the Kithimani Law Court in Machakos County shortly after being acquitted of the murder of her 19-month-old son. Virginia Mbinyi Maingi stood trial on April 16, 2024, in connection with the death of her son. However, Principal Magistrate Paul Matanda ruled …

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KQ Cancels Dubai Flights Due to Bad Weather

Kenya Airways has halted its flights to Dubai due to adverse weather conditions. Severe flooding in the UAE has caused operational challenges, resulting in flight cancellations on Tuesday and Wednesday. The airline has provided contact details for affected customers and apologized for any inconvenience. They are closely monitoring the situation …

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Stolen Lorry Recovered, Suspect Arrested

In a swift turn of events, authorities have successfully recovered a stolen Mitsubishi lorry, leading to the arrest of the prime suspect involved in the theft. The vehicle, reported missing on April 1, 2024, sparked an intense search operation that culminated in its discovery within a garage in Karen. The …

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[Photos]: Kamba Visionaries Lead Kitui Tree Planting

Kamba Visionaries Association on Saturday lead tree planting in Kitui Central. Notable attendees included Hon.Hillary Katee Wa Ndana and Victor Kyalo CashFlow. Eng. Chris Albashir ensured smooth execution. Other guests included Kitui Central DCC Madam Dorcas Rono and Kitui OCPD Mr. P.G Karanja, highlighting the joint effort to tackle environmental …

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EPRA Cuts Fuel Prices by Up to Sh18

In adherence to the regulatory frameworks outlined in Section 101(y) of the Petroleum Act 2019 and Legal Notice No.192 of 2022, the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced the forthcoming adjustments in the maximum retail prices of petroleum products, applicable from April 15, 2024, to May 14, 2024. …

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Ruto: Fuel Prices Expected to Dip by Ksh.10

President Ruto has declared that Kenyans can anticipate a significant reduction in fuel prices, with a projected decrease of Ksh.10, according to his announcement during a church service in Nyeri on Sunday. He attributed this forthcoming drop to the favorable decisions made by his administration to strengthen the country’s economy. …

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