A novel drug, Scedamin, is poised to revolutionise the treatment of sickle cell disease in children, particularly in Africa, where the condition is most prevalent and access to care is severely limited.  Developed by Yunigen Inc., a US-based pharmaceutical company, Scedamin is a pediatric-…

Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisley Rotich has concluded a week-long tour of Australia, announcing plans to establish a Diaspora Liaison Office in his county to facilitate investment from Kenyan expatriates.  The initiative follows meetings with Kenyan professionals across major Australian cities…

The Kenyan government has issued a strong advisory cautioning its citizens against a surge in fraudulent job offers purportedly located in South Korea.  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that these scams target Kenyans seeking overseas employment, focusing on non-existent positions…

 A growing number of Kenyans who ventured abroad for education and professional opportunities are returning home, bringing with them a wealth of experience and a renewed appreciation for their roots.  These returnees often face a unique set of challenges and opportunities as they…

Elgeyo Marakwet County has marked a significant achievement in its educational development as the inaugural cohort of students under the Pepea Scholarship Program graduated from CIC Higher Education in Melbourne.  The initiative, conceived and launched by the county government, aims to offer…

The Kenyan government has escalated its campaign against unscrupulous recruitment agencies preying on job seekers desperate for overseas employment, blacklisting 32 firms operating without proper authorization.    This crackdown is part of a wider effort to sanitize the recruitment sector…

The remains of three Kenyan nationals who perished in a devastating fire in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE), have been repatriated to Kenya, marking a somber period of mourning for their families and sparking renewed concerns over the safety and welfare of Kenyans working abroad. The bodies…

Over 100 Kenyan workers have departed the country under the government's Kazi Majuu initiative, a labour export program designed to tackle rising unemployment by facilitating structured migration. The workers, who left from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), are headed to countries…

In the pursuit of securing a diversity visa through the DV Lottery program, applicants often encounter challenges one of which is the loss of their confirmation number. This crucial alphanumeric code signals the possibility of a new life in the United States. However, when it goes missing, anxiety…

Kenyan diaspora has been urged to champion national image and invest in growth, as highlighted by Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs Roseline Njogu in Doha, Qatar. Speaking to Kenyan professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders, Njogu emphasised the crucial role they play in…