Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Safaricom’s Ziidi MMF Records Sh784.2 Million Profit

Safaricom’s Ziidi Money Market Fund (MMF) has posted a net profit of Sh784.2 million for the 14-month period ending December 31, 2025, supported by increased investor participation. Financial statements show the fund earned nearly Sh1 billion in income from a total of Sh14.7 billion invested by users, reflecting strong demand …

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BMW X6 E71 M-Package with S63 Engine: A Rare Performance SUV Now Available for Parts in Kenya

Kenya’s growing appetite for high-performance luxury vehicles has created a parallel demand for reliable, high-quality spare parts. Among the standout arrivals in the market is the BMW X6 E71 Coupe M-Package, now available as a complete unit for parts — offering a unique opportunity for garages, mechanics, and BMW enthusiasts. …

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European Football Rumours: Zidane to Coach France, De Zerbi to Land at Spurs

Former Real Madrid coach Zinedine Zidane has agreed to become the new coach of the French national team after the World Cup. The 53-year-old is expected to replace Didier Deschamps (ESPN). Former Brighton & Hove Albion and Marseille boss Roberto De Zerbi is ready to become Tottenham Hotspur’s permanent manager …

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Isuzu Ends 50-Year Dealership Partnership with Associated Motors

Isuzu East Africa has terminated its dealership agreement with Associated Motors Limited after nearly 50 years. In a public notice, the automaker announced that Associated Motors is no longer an authorised dealer. Customers previously served by the firm will now be redirected to other dealers within Isuzu’s network for ongoing …

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Why Total Petrol Stations Are Impossible to Forget

There is a subtle but powerful branding strategy that many motorists encounter daily without necessarily thinking about it. It lies in how TotalEnergies brands its petrol stations across Kenya. Unlike many fuel stations that simply display their corporate logo, TotalEnergies takes branding a step further by adding the name of …

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Sakaja on the Spot as MCAs Plot Fresh Impeachment Move

A group of Nairobi County Assembly Members has unveiled plans to initiate impeachment proceedings against Governor Johnson Sakaja. The MCAs, led by Deputy Minority Leader and South B representative Waithera Chege alongside Baba Dogo MCA Godfrey Majiwa, announced that they have gathered sufficient signatures to table a motion seeking the …

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Truecaller Launches Advertising Platform in Kenya and South Africa

Global communications app Truecaller has unveiled its advertising services in Kenya and South Africa as part of its broader expansion strategy across the African market. In the new setup, 365 Digital has been named the sole reseller of Truecaller’s advertising inventory in the two countries. Click here to join our …

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More Pain for Nairobi Residents as Water Bills Jump

Nairobi residents will soon dig deeper into their pockets for water and sewerage services after the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) adjusted its tariffs for both domestic and commercial users. With the new pricing, households consuming about 10,000 litres monthly will now pay Sh748, up from the previous …

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Imported Luxury Car Spare Parts Now Within Reach for Kenyan Garages and Motorists

Kenyan motorists who own premium vehicles know the struggle too well — one accident, one engine failure, or one damaged suspension component can ground a car for weeks. Limited local stock, inflated prices, and incompatible parts often delay repairs and frustrate both car owners and garages. But a growing spare …

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Inside the Final Moments of the Helicopter That Killed MP Ngeno

The helicopter that went down in Nandi County, claiming the life of Emurua Dikirr MP Johana Ngeno and five others, has been identified as an Airbus H125 bearing registration 5Y-DSB. The aircraft type, previously referred to as the Eurocopter AS350 B3e, is a light single-engine helicopter commonly deployed worldwide for …

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