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Kenya Loan Scam: UK Accountant Sentenced Over Ksh13 Million Council Theft

A former Portsmouth City Council accountant has avoided immediate imprisonment after admitting to stealing more than £72,000 from public funds while being coerced by online fraudsters.The 49-year-old, who had worked f…

Aug 11, 2026

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Sending Money Abroad? 10 Ways to Protect Your Funds From Fraud

Digital money transfers offer greater convenience for people sending funds across borders, but fraud, payment errors and data breaches remain significant risks. Choosing a secure provider and checking recipient detail…

Aug 11, 2026

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Kenya’s New UK Deputy Envoy Irene Maswan Makes First Public Appearance

Kenya’s newly appointed Deputy High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Irene Maswan, made her first public appearance in the role at the launch of Kalenjin Gaa Nenyon UK 2026 in Bristol.The event, held at…

Aug 11, 2026

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Kenyan Woman Returns From Lebanon After Spending Nearly a Year in Prison

Vicoty Jeruto, a Kenyan domestic worker from Ziwa in Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, has returned home after spending nearly a year in a Lebanese prison following a theft accusation.Jeruto left Kenya in November 2023 to…

Aug 11, 2026

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Kenya to Alaska: Inside Kim Musau’s Extraordinary Land Rover Expedition

Kenyan adventurer Kim Musau has driven his Nairobi-registered Land Rover, KAJ 655S, from Nova Scotia across Canada and into Alaska as part of a long-distance overland expedition.Musau, who runs Alpha Land Rover, began…

Aug 11, 2026

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Kenya Appoints Irene Maswan Deputy High Commissioner to the UK

Kenya has appointed Ambassador Irene Maswan as Deputy High Commissioner in London, marking a new phase in its diplomatic engagement with the United Kingdom.Maswan takes up the position as Kenya seeks to strengthen its…

Aug 10, 2026

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How Diaspora Votes Could Shape Kenya’s 2027 Election

Kenya’s diaspora is seeking a greater political role ahead of the August 2027 General Election, with calls growing for easier access to voting and dedicated representation in Parliament.For millions of Kenyans living…

Aug 10, 2026

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Kenyans in UAE Asked to Register for Upcoming Consular Services

Kenya’s State Department for Diaspora Affairs plans to extend its Mobile Consular Services (MCS) programme to the United Arab Emirates in the coming months, bringing government services closer to Kenyans living and wo…

Aug 10, 2026

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Kalenjin Gaa Nenyoo Launched in Bristol to Unite Kenyans Through Culture and Sport

A new community initiative bringing Kenyans in Britain together through culture, sport and entertainment has been launched in Bristol.The Kalenjin Gaa Nenyoo UK initiative was formally unveiled on 8 August at the Kip…

Aug 10, 2026

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Kenyan Man Found Guilty of Murdering Partner in UK

A Kenyan man has been convicted in London of murdering his partner after an investigation uncovered a pattern of abuse within their relationship.Alvin Gitahi, 43, of Uxbridge Road, Ealing, was found guilty at Southwar…

Aug 9, 2026

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Kenyan Automotive Technician Returns Home After Struggling to Find Work in Italy

Kenyan automotive technician Sheilanne Chabi has returned home from Italy after struggling to secure work in Europe, taking up a new role as Executive Director at CAC & Accessories in Syokimau.Chabi holds a Bachelor’s…

Aug 9, 2026

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Massachusetts Authorities Seek Family of Kenyan Man Who Died in Boston

Authorities in Massachusetts are seeking relatives of Kenyan national Joachim “Jimmy” Waweru Nganga, who died in Boston nearly three weeks ago. His remains are being held by state officials pending contact with a fami…

Aug 9, 2026

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Kenyan Families Targeted by ‘Death Brokers’ Promising Millions in Russia-Ukraine War Compensation

Kenyan families seeking information about relatives recruited to fight for Russia in Ukraine are being approached by intermediaries offering large compensation payments, despite providing little evidence of official a…

Aug 9, 2026

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Kenyan Officer Isaac Lenkume Graduates From Prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst

Kenyan Army officer Second Lieutenant Isaac Lenkume has completed his officer training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst in the United Kingdom and has been formally commissioned.Kenya’s High Commissioner to the…

Aug 8, 2026

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Kenya Moves to Boost Diaspora Investment in Nairobi Securities Exchange

The State Department for Diaspora Affairs has begun formal discussions with the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) to increase participation by Kenyans living abroad in the country's capital markets.The meeting was cha…

Aug 7, 2026

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Kenya Moves to Strengthen Credential Checks for Citizens Seeking Jobs Overseas

Kenya's State Department for Diaspora Affairs is working with DataFlow Group and the World Continuing Education Alliance (WCEA) to strengthen credential verification and improve protections for Kenyans seeking employm…

Aug 7, 2026

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Kenyan Diaspora Sacco in Canada Launches Sharia-Compliant Financing

Kenyans living in Canada can now access Sharia-compliant financing through new loan products introduced by Pamoja Canada Diaspora Sacco. The products were launched during the Salama Community Association’s Annual Summ…

Aug 7, 2026

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Ngemi Cia UK Announces New Approach to Engage Kenyans in Diaspora

With weeks to go before the Ngemi Cia UK Homecoming Festival, organisers have announced a stronger focus on involving the diaspora community in shaping this year’s event through online and in-person engagement session…

Aug 7, 2026

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Kenya Meets Diaspora Leaders Across East Africa to Improve Services for Citizens

Kenya's State Department for Diaspora Affairs held a virtual meeting with Kenyan community leaders across the East African Community (EAC) to discuss the needs of citizens living, working and studying in the region, a…

Aug 6, 2026

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Three Kenyans to Be Extradited to the US Over Alleged Multi-Million Cyber Fraud Scheme

A Nairobi court has approved the extradition of three Kenyan nationals to the United States to face cybercrime charges, including wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. The ruling allows Francis Asanyo, Peter Omari…

Aug 6, 2026