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Celebration as Kenyan-Born Officer Earns Recognition in Canada

Constable Idris Maloba, a Kenyan-born officer with the Ottawa Police Service, has received an award recognising his contribution to equity, diversity and inclusive policing.The award, presented by the Ottawa Police Se…

Jul 3, 2026

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'They Knocked Out My Teeth': Kenyan Returnee Recounts South Africa Attack

A group of Kenyan nationals has arrived in Nairobi after being repatriated from South Africa following xenophobic attacks that forced them to flee their homes and businesses.Among those who returned was businessman Al…

Jul 3, 2026

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Kenyan Cobbler Keeps South London Business Alive by Diversifying into Key Cutting

A South London cobbler has kept his business going by expanding into key cutting as demand for traditional shoe repairs continues to decline.Jay, who works from Reliance Arcade in Brixton, has adapted his trade to mee…

Jul 3, 2026

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Narok Family Seeks KSh 1.5 Million to Repatriate Daughter Who Died in Thailand

A family in Narok County is seeking help to bring home the body of their daughter, Mercylinda Jerop, who died after falling ill while working in Thailand. They say the cost of repatriation and medical bills has left t…

Jul 3, 2026

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Kenyans in South Africa Told to Stay Lawful as Repatriation Continues

The Kenyan government has urged its citizens in South Africa to follow local laws as evacuation efforts continue amid ongoing xenophobic protests.Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi said maintaining valid immigra…

Jul 3, 2026

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Kericho Man Missing in Dubai Returns Home After Detention and Deportation

A Kericho man who disappeared while in Dubai has returned to Kenya after being detained and deported by authorities, ending weeks of uncertainty for his family.Mathew Kiprop Lagat was last seen at Jumeirah Beach on 13…

Jul 2, 2026

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Kenyan Content Creator Mercy Muigai Opens Up About the Realities of Life in Australia

Kenyan-Australian content creator Mercy Muigai, widely known as Mercy MM, has built a large online following by documenting her migration journey and offering practical insights into the realities of living and workin…

Jul 2, 2026

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Kenyan Woman Returns Home After 13 Years in South Africa, Recalls Traumatic Anti-Migrant Protests

Kenyan entrepreneur Ruth Wambui has returned to Kenya with her two children after living in South Africa for more than a decade, saying a series of personal hardships and growing hostility towards migrants led to her…

Jul 2, 2026

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Kenyan Truck Driver Hospitalised After Alleged Assault by South Sudanese Soldiers

A Kenyan long-distance truck driver is recovering in Juba after he was allegedly assaulted by South Sudanese soldiers along the Juba–Nesitu Road on Wednesday, 1 July. The driver, identified as Mzee Malalo, was taken t…

Jul 2, 2026

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First Group of Kenyans Fleeing South Africa Arrives Home Amid Xenophobic Attacks

Kenya has started repatriating its citizens from South Africa after anti-migrant violence forced many to flee their homes, lose their jobs and abandon their businesses. The first group has already arrived in Nairobi…

Jul 2, 2026

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How Addiction Led to Deportation of Kenyan Man Who Joined US Navy

Martin Aringo says he is sober and rebuilding his life after alcohol addiction, the loss of his US Navy career, deportation from the United States and years of living with bipolar disorder.Aringo moved to the United S…

Jul 1, 2026

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How Kenyan Farmer Flavian Obiero Built a Thriving Pig Farming Business in the UK

Kenyan-born farmer Flavian Obiero has established a sustainable pig farming business in Hampshire, United Kingdom, where he combines traditional livestock production with regenerative farming practices and farmer educ…

Jul 1, 2026

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How Kenyan Students Balance Studies and Immigration Fears in the US

Kenyan students studying in the United States are taking extra precautions to protect their immigration status as tighter immigration policies continue to shape their daily lives and future plans.For many, studying in…

Jul 1, 2026

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How Kenyan-German Artist Kipkemoi Henke Is Making His Mark in Los Angeles

Kenyan-German painter Kipkemoi Henke has established himself as one of the emerging artists in Los Angeles, using portraiture to explore identity, heritage and belonging across cultures.Born in Cuxhaven, Germany, to a…

Jun 30, 2026

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First 26 Kenyans Airlifted from South Africa as Evacuation Continues

Kenya has begun evacuating its citizens from South Africa, with the first group of 26 people arriving safely at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Monday after the government activated emergency repatriation measu…

Jun 30, 2026

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Kenyan Diaspora in the UK Strengthens Cultural Identity Through Ngemi Cia

Ngemi Cia UK will hold the second edition of its Homecoming Festival on 29 August at Wildflower Events Field in Kenilworth, bringing together Kenyans from across Britain for a celebration of culture, music, food and c…

Jun 30, 2026

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Russia Launches Compensation Programme for Kenyan Families Affected by Ukraine War

Russia is working with Kenya's State Department for Diaspora Affairs and the Kenyan Embassy in Moscow to identify the families of Kenyan nationals who were killed or remain missing after becoming involved in the war i…

Jun 30, 2026

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US Supreme Court Ruling Exposes Thousands of Kenyans to Deportation

Thousands of Kenyans living in the United States face increased uncertainty after the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS), exposing some migrants to possible deportat…

Jun 30, 2026

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Kenyan Entrepreneur Opens Canadian Market for Local Handcrafted Products

A Kenyan entrepreneur based in Canada is helping local artisans reach international customers by exporting handcrafted products from Kenya to the North American market, creating new opportunities for producers who hav…

Jun 29, 2026

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Deported Kenyan Veteran Urges Congress to Protect Immigrant Service Members

A Kenyan-born former US Army serviceman has renewed his call for Congress to introduce stronger legal protections for immigrant veterans facing deportation despite completing honourable military service.David Kinyua B…

Jun 29, 2026