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Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has commenced a two-month tour of the United States, targeting the Kenyan diaspora in a strategic bid to reinvigorate his political standing ahead of the 2027 general elections.
The tour, which began with a prominent meeting in Seattle, Washington,…
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The personal stories of Kenyans Mwali Muyumbu and Levis Kones illustrate the resilience and reinvention possible even after deportation from the United States.
Their experiences are particularly relevant as conflict resolution specialist Mukurima Muriuki warns that deportation is increasingly…
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A high-level German delegation recently concluded a visit to Nairobi, signalling increased collaboration between Kenya and Germany on labour mobility and vocational skills development.
The visit highlights Germany's strategy to address critical labour shortages by attracting skilled workers…
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Jermaine Thomas, 39, finds himself in a legal and existential limbo in Jamaica, a nation he was deported to despite never having lived there.
Residing in a Kingston homeless shelter, Thomas's situation highlights the complexities of statelessness, stemming from bureaucratic oversights and…
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Diaspora remittances are rapidly solidifying their position as a crucial pillar of Kenya's economy, outstripping traditional exports and reshaping the nation's financial landscape.
The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) reports that remittances totalled Sh469.4 billion in the first nine months of…
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The disappearance of Reuben Waithaka, a 72-year-old Kenyan national, continues to confound authorities and devastate his family, seven weeks after he vanished in Calera, Alabama.
The case has cast a shadow over what was intended as a celebratory family reunion, turning a long-anticipated…
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The number of Kenyan children born outside the country has risen sharply, reflecting the growing impact of government-backed foreign employment initiatives.
New data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) shows a 15 percent increase in registered births abroad in 2024 compared to…
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Nairobi is intensifying efforts to safeguard Kenyan workers abroad, as evidenced by a recent meeting between Kenyan officials and representatives from GR8 Recruitment, a Channel Islands-based firm.
The discussions, which included Ambassador Isaiya Kabira, Secretary for Diaspora Investments,…
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Kenya's wedding industry is undergoing a significant transformation, spurred by the increasing number of diaspora brides seeking meticulously planned, high-budget ceremonies.
This trend is redefining traditional notions of creativity, control, and cultural practices within the sector.…
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A newly enacted US federal tax on international remittances is poised to significantly impact the finances of Kenyans residing and working in the United States.
The legislation, signed into law on 4 July by President Donald Trump, introduces a one percent excise duty on money transfers sent…
