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How Mudavadi Became the Face of Kenya's Diaspora Diplomacy

Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Wycliffe Musalia Mudavadi has overseen a series of high-profile interventions involving Kenyans abroad, from securing the release of citiz…

Jun 24, 2026

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Kenyans Abroad Gain as Government Raises Tax-Free Import Cap

Kenya has increased the duty-free allowance for returning travellers from KSh. 39,000 to Ksh. 260,000, following an announcement by President William Ruto. The change allows travellers to bring in higher-value persona…

Jun 24, 2026

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Kenyan Man Reported Missing After Trip to Dubai's Jumeirah Beach

Two Kenyan families are mourning the deaths of their loved ones in Dubai, while another continues to search for a missing relative after he disappeared at Jumeirah Beach earlier this month.Authorities and relatives ar…

Jun 24, 2026

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Kenya Advances Repatriation of Citizens Killed in South Sudan Plane Crash

Kenya's Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs says progress is being made in identifying and repatriating Kenyan nationals who died in a plane crash in South Sudan, with one victim returned home and efforts continu…

Jun 23, 2026

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Nandi Man Dies After Drowning Incident at Dubai's Jumeirah Beach

A family in Nandi County is mourning the death of their son, Malon Kiptarus, who drowned while swimming at Jumeirah Beach in Dubai on 20 June.Kiptarus, widely known by the nickname "Skullcrusher", was from Kaptel-Kamo…

Jun 23, 2026

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Kenyan Workers Allege Exploitation on $210 Million US Consulate Project in Italy

Kenyan workers are among those alleging serious labour abuses linked to the construction of a new United States Consulate in Milan, as Italian prosecutors investigate claims of wage theft and exploitation on the proje…

Jun 23, 2026

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Kenyan-born Police Officer Celebrated for Promoting Inclusion and Public Service in Canada

Kenyan-born police officer Idris Maloba has received a Canadian award recognising his work in promoting equity, diversity and inclusion.Constable Maloba, who joined the Ottawa Police Service in 2020, was honoured at t…

Jun 22, 2026

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Kenyan Woman Recounts Years of Isolation After Returning From Gulf Job

A Kenyan woman has returned home after spending several years working in Saudi Arabia, where her family says she was paid for only two months and was unable to maintain regular contact with relatives.Juliet Amina Juma…

Jun 21, 2026

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Sheila Chebii Laid to Rest as Investigation Into Death Continues

Twenty-five-year-old Sheila Jepkorir Chebii was buried on Saturday in Elgeyo Marakwet County as family, friends and mourners gathered to pay their final respects while investigations into her death in Australia remain…

Jun 20, 2026

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Fathers of Australia-Based Children Honoured at Special Celebration in Eldoret

Fathers whose children live in Australia were honoured at a Father’s Day celebration held at Rupa Mall in Eldoret on Saturday, 20 June 2026.The event was organised by Kenyan sons and daughters living in Australia as a…

Jun 20, 2026

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Kenyan Embassy Issues Important Notice to Kenyans Living in UAE

The United Arab Emirates has introduced a temporary 30-day visa grace period for people whose travel plans were affected by recent regional flight cancellations, the Kenyan Embassy in Abu Dhabi has announced.In an adv…

Jun 20, 2026

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Kenyan Community in Washington Mourns Death of Recent Immigrant Peter Wathoko Kumuru

The Kenyan community in Washington State is mourning the death of Peter Wathoko Kumuru, who died on 14 June 2026, only weeks after relocating to the United States.Kumuru's death has brought together fellow Kenyans and…

Jun 19, 2026

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Kenya and Armenia Sign Diaspora Cooperation Agreement

Kenya and Armenia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on diaspora cooperation in Nairobi, marking a new phase in relations between the two countries.The agreement was signed by Kenya’s Principal Secretary…

Jun 19, 2026

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Sheila Jepkorir Chebii’s Remains Arrive in Kenya Ahead of Burial

The body of 25-year-old Sheila Jepkorir Chebii arrived in Kenya on Thursday, more than a month after her death in Australia, ahead of her burial in Elgeyo Marakwet County.Her remains landed in the country on Thursday…

Jun 19, 2026

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Kenyan DJ Jack Rooster Set to Open for Uncle Waffles in Milan

Kenyan Afro-House DJ and producer Jack Rooster will perform at Milan’s JustMe Club on 25 June, where he is scheduled to open for South African Amapiano star Uncle Waffles.Rooster, widely regarded as one of the pioneer…

Jun 19, 2026

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Kenya Advances Mwalimu Majuu Programme to Connect Teachers with Global Jobs

Kenya is moving ahead with the implementation of the Mwalimu Majuu policy framework, a government programme aimed at helping teachers secure employment opportunities abroad while protecting their rights and welfare.Th…

Jun 18, 2026

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US Embassy in Nairobi to Close on June 19 for Juneteenth Holiday

The United States Embassy in Nairobi will be closed on Friday, 19 June, in observance of Juneteenth, a federal holiday in the United States. Routine consular services will not be available during the closure, with nor…

Jun 18, 2026

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KNBS Survey Shows Most Diaspora Remittances Spent on Household Needs

Kenyan households received an estimated Ksh931.8 billion in remittances between June 2024 and May 2025, with most of the money spent on food, household goods, education and healthcare, according to a new survey by the…

Jun 18, 2026

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Kenyan Adventurers Complete Epic 45,470km Road Trip from Nairobi to London

Kenyan adventurers Becky Kim and Bonnie Koko have completed a 45,470-kilometre road journey from Nairobi to London after travelling for 122 days across Africa and Europe.The expedition began on 13 February 2026 and en…

Jun 18, 2026

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How a Kenyan Akorino Pastor Is Changing Conversations About Christianity in America

African theologians and church leaders are challenging long-standing views that Christianity arrived in Africa solely through European missionaries, arguing that the continent has a deep and independent Christian heri…

Jun 18, 2026