Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Rugby Super Series: Rhinos and Cheetahs Secure Victories in Opening Round

In the inaugural match of the Rugby Super Series at the RFUEA Grounds, the Lions demonstrated their prowess by defeating the Rhinos with a score of 29-7. Under Coach Oliver Mang’eni’s guidance, the Lions surged ahead with a commanding 22-0 lead by halftime, dictating the flow of the game. The …

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Al Jazeera To be Shut Down in Israel

By: BBC Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Al Jazeera is to be shut down in Israel. Mr Netanyahu accused the Qatari-owned network of “incitement” and said the cabinet decision had been unanimous. Al Jazeera condemned the move as “criminal”. Foreign journalists are banned from entering Gaza and …

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Kisumu: Residents Urged to Beware of Nairobi Fly Outbreak

Kisumu County has issued a public health warning regarding an increase in Nairobi fly activity in the Dunga and Paga beach areas. These flies, also known as Narrow Bee Flies, tend to proliferate during periods of heavy rainfall, especially in areas with decomposing wood and inadequate sanitation practices. The County …

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Floods Update: Death Toll Climbs to 228 as Nine Succumb, Says Mwaura

In the last 24 hours, nine individuals have lost their lives in incidents linked to floods, pushing the national death toll to 228. Isaac Mwaura, the government spokesperson, conveyed that the ongoing flooding has resulted in injuries to 164 individuals, with 72 others currently unaccounted for. Issuing a statement on …

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Newly Appointed CDF Kahariri Surveys Mai Mahiu Flood Devastation, Death Toll at 58

General Charles Kahariri, the newly appointed Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), made a visit to the victims of the flooding in Mai Mahiu on Saturday, May 4, 2024, marking his inaugural assignment since assuming the position on May 2. During his visit, Gen Kahariri assessed the ongoing recovery efforts following …

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FKF Cancells Two Sunday Matches Due to Waterlogged Pitches

FKF has called off two premier league matches slated for Sunday due to waterlogged pitches. The fixtures, which were set to feature Nairobi City Stars against Ulinzi Stars and Posta Rangers against Talanta FC at the Kenyatta Stadium in Machakos, have been cancelled, according to a statement by national broadcaster …

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Met Dept: Cyclone Hidaya Weakens, but Kenyan Coast Still Faces Heavy Rain and Wind Threat

Despite Cyclone Hidaya weakening after hitting Mafia Island in Tanzania, the Kenyan Coast region still faces the potential of significant rainfall and strong winds. The Kenya Meteorological Department issued warnings for Monday and Tuesday, particularly for coastal counties like Kwale, Mombasa, Kilifi, and Lamu. Director of Meteorological Services David Gikungu …

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Inside ‘Motor Vehicle Circulation Tax’ a tax Proposal targeting Car Owners

The National Treasury has proposed to introduce a new tax targeting vehicle owners who will be required to pay Motor Vehicle Circulation Tax whenever they buy insurance cover annually, if parliament adopts the suggestion. Under the proposal that is contained in the draft 2023/2024 budget, the Motor Vehicle Circulation Tax …

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Kenya Deports Nigerian Man Seen Attacking Kenyan Woman in Wheelchair

Following a disturbing incident captured on CCTV, a Nigerian man, identified as Nwankwo Noko, has been deported for physically assaulting a Kenyan woman, Ms. Pauline, who is wheelchair-bound. Surveillance footage depicted Noko striking Pauline while she was seated in her wheelchair, prompting intervention from onlookers. The video, which circulated widely …

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Government Aims to Secure Ksh.720 Billion for SGR Extension from Naivasha to Malaba

Kenya is aiming to secure private sector partnerships to extend the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), ensuring smooth movement of goods across the East African Community borders. Kipchumba Murkomen, the Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport, highlighted plans to establish special economic zones along the corridor, promising urban transformation in these …

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