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Russia–Ukraine War: Government Confirms 16 Kenyans Missing in Action

Kenya has confirmed that at least 252 of its citizens have been recruited into the Russian military, with several reported missing, injured, or detained in connection with the Russia–Ukraine conflict.Appearing before…

Apr 2, 2026

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UK-Based Kenyan Prepares for Epic London–Eldoret Road Trip

Elly Kimutai Keter, a Kenyan living in the United Kingdom, will begin a road journey from London to Eldoret on 5 April 2026, estimating the trip will take around 130 hours with a co-driver.Keter has chosen a BMW 3 Ser…

Apr 1, 2026

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Kenyan Returnees: If Jobs Were Good Abroad, Why Come Back Home?

Three Kenyan women who spent years working abroad have described the personal and professional factors that led them to return home, citing family responsibilities, career limits, and the pressures of living overseas…

Mar 31, 2026

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Kenyan Man Nahashon Wanyoike Found Dead in Seattle After Weeks-Long Search

Nahashon Kamau Wanyoike, known as “Kama”, has been found dead in Seattle, Washington. His body was recovered at Green Lake Park, where his vehicle had earlier been located during the search. The Kenyan community in th…

Mar 31, 2026

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Kenyan Man to Be Deported After Serving Sentence in $12 Million US Fraud Case

John Miriuki Wamuigah, 36, will be deported to Kenya after completing a prison sentence in the United States for his role in an international online fraud scheme.Wamuigah was sentenced to just under two years in priso…

Mar 30, 2026

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Kenyan Diaspora in the UK and the US Hold Memorials for Two Community Members

Members of the Kenyan diaspora in the United Kingdom and the United States have held memorial services to honour the deaths of Leonard Mambo Kitavi and Basillisa Jelimo.In Cumbria, England, mourners gathered on 27 Mar…

Mar 30, 2026

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From Watchman to US Navy: Jackson Maina’s Life-Changing Green Card Story

Jackson Maina, known as Prince Jack, has joined the US Navy after relocating from Kenya through the Diversity Visa Lottery programme.Maina grew up in Kenya, where he worked as a watchman earning a modest wage and face…

Mar 30, 2026

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Akothee’s Planned Move Abroad Set to Inspire the Kenyan Diaspora

Kenyan singer and entrepreneur Esther Akoth, known professionally as Akothee, will launch her memoir Turn Your Pain Into Purpose on 11 April 2026 at the Argyle Grand Hotel in Nairobi. The event will also mark her birt…

Mar 30, 2026

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Bernice Kariuki’s Path to Becoming Arsenal’s First Kenyan Chef

Bernice Kariuki, a Kenyan chef from Nairobi, has built an international career in elite sport, working with Arsenal Football Club and contributing to Formula One at the Silverstone Grand Prix.Kariuki was born and rais…

Mar 29, 2026

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Nakuru Man Reunites with Sister in Australia After Eight Years of Travel Setbacks

A Kenyan woman living in Adelaide has been reunited with her brother after eight years apart, following multiple failed attempts to secure travel documents and complete the journey.Princess Suzzy Eling welcomed her yo…

Mar 29, 2026

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Kenyan Entrepreneur Anita Wanjiru Builds Thriving Wellness Business in Berlin

Kenyan entrepreneur Anita Wanjiru has established a successful wellness centre near Berlin, building a career that spans nine countries across several continents.Wanjiru grew up in Kenya before pursuing professional o…

Mar 29, 2026

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News Brief: Kenyan Envoys Push for Dedicated Funds to Assist Citizens Abroad

Tensions are rising within Kenya’s political and administrative structures as disputes emerge at both county and national levels, alongside growing concerns over diplomatic support and proposed electoral reforms.In on…

Mar 29, 2026

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US-Based Kenyan Richard Areba Launches Child Nutrition Programme for Vulnerable Communities

Kenyan philanthropist Richard Ogachi Areba is expanding healthcare, nutrition, and mental health programmes in Kenya through a series of targeted initiatives focused on vulnerable communities.Areba, who is based in th…

Mar 29, 2026

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UK-Based Kenyan Urges Migrants to Embrace Digital Way of Life

Kenyan migrant Sarah Kosgei says newcomers to the UK must quickly adapt to a society structured around digital platforms.Kosgei, who recently moved to the UK, emphasises that reliance on online services begins immedia…

Mar 28, 2026

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Singer Wendy Kimani Reveals Why She Wants to Move Back Home

Wendy Kimani rose to prominence in 2008 as a finalist on Tusker Project Fame Season Two, establishing her presence in Kenya’s music industry.Her appearance on the competition introduced her to a wide audience and mark…

Mar 28, 2026

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Kenyan Woman Reunites with Ailing Teacher After Social Media Appeal

Kenyan women abroad are drawing attention for both their personal stories and professional journeys.In Minneapolis, Minnesota, Dr Lyna Nyamwaya, an educational consultant, reconnected with her former mathematics teach…

Mar 27, 2026

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Kenyan Families Use Banana Stalks to Mourn Kin Killed in Russia–Ukraine War

Two Kenyan families are mourning sons who died while fighting in the Russia–Ukraine war after travelling to Russia for what they believed were civilian jobs.In Limuru, the family of James Kamau Ndung’u, 33, held a can…

Mar 27, 2026

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Five Kenyan Women Detained in Thailand in Anti-Prostitution Crackdown

Bangkok police detained 32 foreign women during an evening operation in the city centre on 20 March.The arrests were carried out at around 8:30 pm by officers from Lumpini Police Station, working with immigration and…

Mar 27, 2026

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Diaspora Criticised for Adopting Maasai Clothing Without Cultural Knowledge

Individuals wearing traditional Maasai clothing are increasingly presenting themselves as members of the community, prompting concern among Maasai leaders about authenticity and cultural exploitation.At hotels and bea…

Mar 26, 2026

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Kenya Cuts Diaspora Evacuation Funding from Sh400M to Sh26.77M Amid Rising Global Conflicts

Kenya’s Parliament has sharply cut funding for the evacuation of citizens from overseas conflict zones, approving just Sh26.77 million instead of the Sh400 million requested by the State Department for Diaspora Affair…

Mar 26, 2026