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A critical examination reveals deep fractures within the Kenyan diaspora community in the United Kingdom, jeopardising its collective advancement.  Contrary to the ideal of communal support, the community faces significant challenges stemming from mistrust, competition, and a reluctance to…
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As Qatar's economy continues its trajectory of rapid growth and diversification, a notable influx of Kenyan nationals are making the Gulf nation their new home, seeking career advancement, educational opportunities, and a globally enriched lifestyle.  This migration, driven by Qatar's demand…
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Kenyan nurse Khadija Mohamed Juma was welcomed home Tuesday with celebratory fanfare after being named a top 10 finalist in the prestigious 2025 Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award in Dubai on Monday.  While Ghana's Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti secured the top prize, a $250,000 cash award, Juma's…
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Catherine Wangui, 46, is poised to launch her own group home in Washington State, a culmination of a six-year journey that saw her transition from a career in Kenyan banking and insurance to a registered nurse and, ultimately, an entrepreneur in the United States.  Wangui's story begins in…
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Kenyan businessman Julius Mwale has emerged victorious from a contentious legal battle in the United States after a federal court in the Southern District of New York recorded the voluntary dismissal of a $1.5 million lawsuit filed against him and his wife, Kaila Mwale.  The plaintiffs, Mathew…
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Geoffrey Kimuyu, a Kenyan national accused of attacking eight pedestrians in Mumbai in June 2022, was granted bail by the Bombay High Court on May 9, 2025, following three years of pre-trial detention.  On June 1, 2022, Kimuyu is alleged to have initiated a series of attacks near the Azad…
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Kenya is strengthening its efforts to protect migrant workers through enhanced collaboration with the United Kingdom’s Labour Abuse Authority (LAA). High-level discussions in London, led by Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs, Roseline K. Njogu, focused on combating labour exploitation…
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Kevin Tembo, a Kenyan-born musician based in Australia, has once again demonstrated his commitment to philanthropy by marking his birthday with charitable acts across two continents.  While celebrating his personal milestone in Australia, Tembo extended his generosity to disadvantaged families…
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Kenyan truck drivers operating in South Sudan are facing a surge in arbitrary detentions and exploitative legal practices, raising concerns about the stability of cross-border trade between the two nations.  The Long Distance Drivers and Conductors Association (LoDCA) has voiced strong…
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A newly established agreement between Jersey-based recruitment firm GR8 and the Kenyan government is poised to streamline the sourcing of skilled labour from East Africa to the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man.  The memorandum of understanding (MoU) marks a significant step towards…