Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Gov’t: Over 400,000 National IDs Remain Uncollected

The government has revealed that over 400,000 national identification cards are yet to be collected across the country, even as efforts intensify to encourage citizens to pick them up and take part in the ongoing voter registration exercise. Speaking during Mazingira Day celebrations in Kapseret on Friday, Immigration Principal Secretary …

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Boda Boda Rider Killed, Motorcycle Stolen in Kisii

A boda boda rider was brutally murdered and his motorcycle stolen in the Emenwa area of Nyamache, Kisii County. Police identified the victim as Brian Oseko, 25, whose body was discovered early Thursday morning, October 9, 2025, lying along the Emenwa–Makonge Road. His motorcycle was missing from the scene. Click …

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Gideon Moi: Why I Withdrew from Baringo Senate Race

Kanu party chairman Gideon Moi has revealed details behind his unexpected decision to withdraw from the Baringo Senate race, saying it followed personal assurances from President William Ruto that key development projects in the county would be revived. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Speaking on Friday, October 10, …

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DP Kindiki Heads to Kampala for Uganda Independence Fete

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Thursday morning departed for Uganda to represent Kenya during the country’s 63rd Independence Day celebrations, held at the Kololo Ceremonial Grounds in Kampala. The event, presided over by Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni, features military parades, cultural displays, and speeches centered on the country’s progress, unity, …

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Gov’t Moves to Sell 65% Stake in Kenya Pipeline Company

The Privatization Commission has officially announced the government’s plan to sell its 65 percent stake in the Kenya Pipeline Company (KPC), marking a major step in Kenya’s ongoing privatization drive. The sale follows approvals from the Cabinet, National Treasury, and National Assembly, as part of efforts to raise revenue and …

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Safaricom 5G Coverage Soars 111% to Reach 30% of Kenyans

Safaricom has significantly expanded its 5G network, increasing coverage by 111.7 percent to reach 1,700 sites in the 2025 financial year, up from 803 the previous year. The milestone, detailed in the company’s 2025 Sustainable Business Report, highlights Safaricom’s push toward next-generation connectivity and efforts to future-proof its network. Click …

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US Introduces Sh129 Fee for Green Card Lottery Applicants

The United States government has announced the introduction of a $1 (approximately Sh129) registration fee for applicants of the Diversity Visa (Green Card) Lottery, marking the first time such a charge will apply to the initial registration process. According to a statement published in the U.S. Federal Register, the new …

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Senator Tabitha Mutinda Elected to Global Parliamentary Board on World Bank, IMF

Nominated Senator Tabitha Mutinda has been elected to the Board of Governance of the Parliamentary Network on the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), representing the East African region. The announcement was made on Wednesday afternoon by Senate Speaker Amason Kingi, who congratulated the Senator on her appointment. …

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Kisumu Court Frees Two Suspects in Car Theft Syndicate on Bail

A Kisumu court has released two suspects linked to a motor vehicle theft syndicate on KSh 500,000 bail each, with a surety of a similar amount. The two, identified as Michael Mwaga and Peter Andei, had been detained following their arrest in connection with an alleged car theft ring. The …

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Police Probe Killing of Woman After Domestic Dispute in Kabete

Detectives in Kabete, Kiambu County, have launched investigations into the murder of a 30-year-old woman, Jackline Kangashi, who was found dead in her home following a domestic altercation with her husband. Her body was discovered on Wednesday morning in her rented house in Mutengo Village, Kanyariri, bearing deep panga cuts …

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