Tag Archives: The Lower Eastern Times

Six Suspects Arrested over Roysambu Death

Police in Kasarani are holding six suspects in connection with the mysterious death of Victor Mwangi, who died in the early hours of Sunday along Lumumba Drive, Roysambu. Preliminary autopsy results show he succumbed to blunt force trauma, with multiple injuries across his chest, face, and legs. Click here to …

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Slain Lawyer Mbobu Remembered as Loving, Caring by Family

The family of Nairobi lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, who was gunned down on Tuesday evening along Magadi Road, has remembered him as a loving, peaceful, and caring man whose life was cut short in a brutal shooting. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Police say the killing was a …

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Cherargei Explains Push for 7-Year Presidential Term

Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has defended his controversial proposal to extend Kenya’s presidential term limit from five to seven years. The Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill, 2024 — which sought to lengthen both presidential and parliamentary terms — was rejected following widespread public backlash. President William Ruto’s UDA …

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LSK Demands Speedy Probe into Mbobu Murder

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has strongly condemned the murder of prominent lawyer Mathew Kyalo Mbobu, who was gunned down on Tuesday evening along Magadi Road in Nairobi in what investigators suspect was a targeted hit. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel LSK president Faith Odhiambo described the …

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Mombasa Traders Push for Lower Licence Fees to ease SME Burden

Small-scale traders in Mombasa are calling on the county government to review and reduce business licence fees, saying the current rates are too steep for struggling SMEs. Although the county recently merged most permits into a single business licence to simplify registration, traders argue that the new system has come …

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Governor Wavinya Suspends 36 Staff Over Graft

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti on Monday, September 8, suspended 36 county staff members accused of involvement in corruption. Addressing the press, she said the decision was aimed at reinforcing accountability and protecting public resources. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel “This firm action underscores our commitment to integrity and …

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Senate Calls for Public Participation on Constitution (Amendment) Bill, 2025

The Senate has invited Kenyans to submit their views on the Constitution of Kenya (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which seeks to strengthen devolution, redefine parliamentary roles, and improve service delivery. The Bill proposes to elevate the Senate to equal status with the National Assembly by ensuring most legislation is debated and …

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Ford Recalls 1.9M Vehicles Worldwide Over Defective Rear Cameras

Ford Motor Company has announced a global recall of 1.9 million vehicles due to faulty rear-view cameras, marking the latest in a series of safety-related callbacks. In a notice to the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the automaker explained that the malfunctioning cameras may display blank or distorted …

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Koimburi Abduction Case set for Mention Today

The case involving MP George Koimburi and four others resumes today for mention to review the status of investigations and disclosure by the prosecution. At the last court session on August 5, it was revealed that mobile phones and other electronic devices seized from the suspects had been sent to …

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Moi University Lecturers end Strike after Pact with Council

Lecturers at Moi University have suspended their strike following a deal reached with the university council. Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) branch Secretary General, Dr. Busolo Wekesa, said the two sides held negotiations and resolved to address the raised concerns individually. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel As part …

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