DIASPORA NEWS

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Human trafficking remains a pressing issue in Kenya, with many young individuals, particularly women from rural areas, falling victim to exploitative schemes disguised as employment opportunities abroad. The story of Mercy Njeru exemplifies the harsh realities faced by numerous Kenyans who are…
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A Nairobi court has issued an extradition order for Kevin Kang'ethe to face trial in the United States over the alleged murder of Margaret Mbitu. Milimani Chief Magistrate Lucas Onyina has ruled that the extradition request meets the necessary legal criteria, establishing a sufficient link between…
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Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi presided over the departure of the inaugural group of teachers bound for the United States on Monday, July 29. This event, facilitated by a private company agreement through the Ministry of Labour, has opened new avenues for Kenyan teachers seeking…
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Judy Gatwiri moved from Kenya to Beirut, Lebanon, a year ago, filled with hope for a better future for her family. Gatwiri now finds herself in a dire situation having been in police custody for the past four months. Gatwiri's family, based in Limauru, Tigania West, Meru County, is desperately…
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The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) has unveiled an innovative marketing strategy aimed at harnessing the potential of the Kenyan diaspora to bolster the country's tourism sector. The "Ziara Kenya One Diaspora One Tourist," initiative has been announced by KTB Chief Executive Officer June Chepkemei…
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Upon arriving in Canada in December 2011, Loise Githiga brought only a dream, a prayer, and a strong belief in her abilities. Many warned Githiga of the challenges that awaited her in Canada, including harsh winters, menial employment opportunities, and potential racial discrimination. However, she…
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The Kenyan government has demonstrated its commitment to protecting citizens abroad through a swift rescue operation in Saudi Arabia. On Saturday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs successfully freed a young Kenyan woman who had been held captive and subjected to mistreatment. This action was…
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The landscape of diaspora remittances to Kenya has experienced a significant shift in the first half of 2024 with Australia emerging as the fastest-growing source, surpassing Saudi Arabia. Official data reveals that Kenyans living abroad transferred $2.38 billion during this period, marking a…
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David Bariu arrived in the United States on a student visa in 1998. Bariu was enticed by an army recruiter's promises of education and citizenship. These assurances led him to enlist in the US Army and later serve in the Air Force Reserves, where he dedicated himself to defending the Constitution…
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On July 24, 2024, Nation.Africa received an urgent letter from Stephen Bertrand Munyakho (Stevo), a Kenyan citizen imprisoned in Saudi Arabia. The letter highlights the "Let's Bring Back Stevo" campaign aimed at saving him from execution. Born on March 5, 1974, in Pumwani, Nairobi, Stevo is the…