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According to Dr Uzma Samadani, working as a neurosurgeon requires the ability to make critical life-or-death decisions on a daily basis.
Dr Samadani emphasizes the sensitivity of her work, as she operates at a level-one trauma centre – the largest in the Midwest – handling the most severe total…
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A Kenyan man has been tragically killed in an armed robbery attack in Bor, South Sudan.
The 28-year-old victim, who was working in the city, was shot and killed by the assailants on Monday night. This incident stresses the ongoing security challenges faced by both residents and foreigners in South…
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The Kenyan government has launched its latest round of Mobile Consular Services (MCS) to assist Kenyans living abroad with accessing vital documents and consular services.
Teams have been dispatched to Istanbul, Turkey, Boston, US, and Jijiga, Ethiopia to bring these services directly to the…
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In a heartfelt farewell address delivered to a gathering in Seattle, Thomas Kwaka affectionately known as Big Ted, reflected upon his tenure as the Kenyan Ambassador to the United States.
His speech resonated deeply with the audience, imparting wisdom on the profound interplay between faith,…
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On Friday morning, a group of terrorists targeted Kenyan hawkers engaged in cross-border trade, killing at least six individuals.
The victims, believed to be Christians, were reportedly shot at close range, suggesting a religiously motivated attack. This incident adds to a worrying trend of rising…
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The agricultural industry is a powerful contributor to Botswana's economy, second only to the diamond trade.
This sector offers substantial opportunities for those engaged in crop cultivation and livestock rearing. One such success story is Wilfred Mwiti Kathurima, a Kenyan lawyer who has thrived…
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Asset Recovery Authority Blunder Leads to Victory for US-Based Kenyan Hacker in Asset Seizure Battle
The Asset Recovery Authority (ARA) of Kenya saw an opportunity when Jeffrey Sila Ndungi was imprisoned in the United States for his alleged involvement in a hacking syndicate.
In 2021, the ARA initiated a case before the anti-corruption High Court, seeking to forfeit to the government Sh14 million…
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In recent years, the Kenyan diaspora has become an increasingly prominent phenomenon, with a significant number of Kenyans opting to remain abroad after completing their studies rather than returning to their homeland.
This trend raises questions about brain drain versus brain gain, and the factors…
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Born and raised in Kenya, Rael Okoth Eckenroad defied societal norms from a young age, fueled by her entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to forge her own path in life.
She defied traditional expectations and pursued her education in Business Administration. However, life took unexpected turns for…
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Nigerian authorities have taken a stern approach in their recent actions against cryptocurrency platform Binance.
The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) filed tax evasion charges against the company in Abuja, accusing them of failing to pay value-added tax (VAT), company income tax, and…
