Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Senator Khalwale Apologizes for Bull Tragedy

Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has expressed his apologies to the family of a worker who tragically lost his life after being gored by his champion bull on Saturday night. Speaking during a gathering at his Malinya village residence in Ikolomani constituency, Khalwale acknowledged the unfortunate and regrettable nature of Kizito …

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Two Arraigned for the Alleged Murder of Meru Blogger ‘Sniper’

On Monday, two suspects appeared in court facing charges related to the murder of Daniel Muthiani Benard, known as ‘Sniper,’ a blogger from Meru. Vincent Muriithi Kirimi, also known as Supuu, and Kenneth Murangiri Guantai, known as Tali, entered pleas of not guilty to the murder charges presented before Lady …

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Huduma Kenya Introduces Fresh Contact Centre Number

Kenyan citizens now have the convenience of accessing information from Huduma centers directly through their phones with the introduction of a new contact center number, 1919, as announced by Huduma Kenya on Tuesday. A notice shared on their official social media platforms exclaimed, “It’s short and sweet. 1919 Ndio Form!” …

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Former ODM MCA Succumbs to Brief Illness

Abiud Ochilang’ole, the former representative of Amukura West Ward in the County Assembly, has passed away, as confirmed by the party on Monday evening. The party disclosed that Ochilang’ole passed away following a short period of illness, as stated in an official announcement. Having served two terms from 2013 to …

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City Lawyer Shot in Isiolo Succumbs to Injuries

A city attorney who was shot in Isiolo has died from his gunshot wounds, prompting the Law Society of Kenya (LSK) to demand swift action against the perpetrators. Also Read: Nairobi Lawyer Shot on Isiolo-Modogashe Road The victim, Anthony Gathitu Kabathi, an advocate of the High Court employed at Kabuthi …

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Lost Communion: The Vanishing Essence of Togetherness in Public Transport

By: Nick Nayma Maina The concept of “public” appears to have faded within PSV. From thundering music to the dominance of mobile phone culture, everyone seems absorbed in their own world. Drivers amplify music to its loudest, creating an environment where communication between neighboring passengers is nearly impossible. This prompts …

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Senator Reveals Ruto’s Car Got Tire Blowout While In Meru, Blames KeNHA

Senator Kathuri Murungi has criticized the Kenya National Highway Authority (KeNHA) following an incident where President Ruto’s official vehicle experienced a tire blowout after hitting a pothole on the Meru-Embu highway. Speaking at Ntharene along the highway on Monday, Senator Murungi expressed concern over the safety implications of the incident, …

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Senator Olekina Urges Rule of Law in Housing Levy Dispute

Narok Senator Ledama Olekina has responded to the recent court ruling on the Housing levy, where the Court of Appeal declined to suspend orders preventing the state from deducting the levy from Kenyans. “In our country, we are governed by the rule of law. We have a Constitution that establishes …

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Kisii: Pastor Allegedly Molests Congregant’s Daughter in Church Compound

Police in Kisii town are searching for a pastor of the Pentecostal Assemblies of God (PAG) church who is alleged to have molested a 10-year-old fourth-grade student in the Kiogoro area of Nyaribari Chache constituency on Saturday, January 27, 2024. The child is said to have been sent by her …

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Affordable Housing Deposit May Decrease, Says MP

MP Kimani Kuria has indicated that the government is contemplating a potential reduction in the deposit levy for the Affordable Housing Project, potentially decreasing it from the current 10 per cent. Kuria, who chairs the Departmental Committee on Finance and National Planning, highlighted that feedback received during the ongoing public …

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