Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Comedian Sammy Kioko Shuts Down His Fashion Business

Popular Kenyan comedian Sammy Kioko has announced the closure of his fashion shops and production units, citing difficult operating conditions that have made it impossible to sustain the business. In a heartfelt message shared on his social media platforms, Kioko expressed deep regret over the decision, saying it was made …

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Rain: A Blessing Restoring Hope for Farmers

BY: AJWANG MERESA For many farmers across Kenya, the year began with an unsettling stillness — not in the villages, but in the sky. The long-awaited rains failed to come, leaving the land parched and the air heavy with worry. From Makueni to Bungoma, cracks spread across farmlands as hope …

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Ulinzi Stars Fire Coach, Bring Back Ocholla as Interim Boss

Ulinzi Stars FC has appointed Stephen Ocholla as interim head coach following the dismissal of Danstun Nyaudo, who was relieved of his duties on Monday, October 27, 2025, after a poor run of results. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a statement issued on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, …

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End of an Era: Kenya Police FC Part Ways with Title-Winning Coach

Kenya Police FC have officially parted ways with their head coach, Etienne Ndayiragije, following their early exit from the CAF Champions League at the hands of Sudan’s Al Hilal on Friday, October 24, 2025. The club was knocked out on a 4-1 aggregate—losing 1-0 in Nairobi before suffering a 3-1 …

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Tanzania Shuts Down Internet, Imposes Curfew After Chaotic Election

The Tanzanian government has imposed a curfew in Dar es Salaam and shut down internet access nationwide following a chaotic election day marked by protests and tension across the country. Dar es Salaam Special Zone Police Commander Jumanne Muliro announced that the curfew would begin at 6:00 p.m., without specifying …

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Uganda Silences the Press? Nation Media Reporters Denied Entry to Parliament

The Nation Media Group–Uganda (NMG-U) has condemned the Ugandan government’s decision to block its journalists from covering parliamentary proceedings, calling it a direct assault on press freedom and democratic accountability. The restriction, which began on October 28, 2025, follows an earlier ban that prevented NMG-U reporters from covering the President, …

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Pastor Mackenzie’s Secret Eating Habits Exposed in Court Drama

A witness on Wednesday revealed before the Shanzu Law Court that controversial preacher Pastor Paul Mackenzie secretly ate while in police custody, even as his loyal followers continued fasting, believing that abstaining from food would help them avoid criminal charges. Former Malindi Police Station OCS Noor Abdi told Principal Magistrate …

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Youth in Danger: The Alarming Rise of Drug and Substance Abuse

By: Abigail Kajuju Bariu In today’s society, drug and substance abuse has become one of the biggest threats facing Kenya’s young generation. What may begin as a simple experiment — a “small try” — often turns into a lifelong battle with addiction. Behind every addict lies a story of peer …

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Raila’s X Account Now Run by RAO Foundation After His Death

The official X account of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, @RailaOdinga, is now under the management of The RAO Foundation, the organization created to honor and preserve his legacy following his death in 2025. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel A message posted on the account, …

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Exams Run Smoothly Nationwide, Says Interior PS Omollo

Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo has assured Kenyans that the ongoing national assessment exams are running smoothly without any major disruptions. Omollo said the Kenya Primary School Education Assessment (KPSEA) and Kenya Junior School Education Assessment (KJSEA), which began on Monday, have so far been incident-free thanks to strong coordination …

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