DIASPORA NEWS

Kenyans living abroad have once again demonstrated their vital role in supporting their home country's economic development. In January 2024, the remittance exceeded all previous highs and significantly impacted the nation's financial landscape. This surge in remittances, totalling $412.41 million…

The Kenyan diaspora in Australia known for its entrepreneurial spirit is embarking on a promising journey of investment and collaboration. Partnering with esteemed organizations like the Kenya Australia Chamber of Commerce, Kenyan entrepreneurs and professionals will explore new avenues of trade…

Kenyans residing in Australia have come together in a remarkable display of solidarity to support the family of a young woman who passed away in a car accident. Sheilah Jeptum, 21, who had been living in New South Wales for the past year, died tragically in a head-on collision in early February.…

The United States Air Force recently highlighted the inspiring story of Senior Airman Larry Okero, stationed at Joint Base Langley-Eustis, Virginia. Okero, a Kenyan native, overcame significant obstacles in his early life to become an esteemed member of the U.S. military. Born in Kenya, Okero was…

Authorities in Canada are currently investigating the death of a 46-year-old Kenyan woman who tragically passed away after spending a significant amount of time in the cold while seeking shelter at the Mississauga Refugee Camp. Arriving in Canada just three days ago, Delphina Ngigi's hopes for…

Embarking on a new life in the United States is a complex and multifaceted experience. While excitement and anticipation fuel the journey, numerous hurdles await newcomers. Shiko, a content creator, tackles this reality in her video, shedding light on both the challenges and opportunities…

Irene, a Kenyan woman employed as a domestic worker in Saudi Arabia, has faced a frustrating ordeal while attempting to recover Sh 300,000 mistakenly sent to the wrong M-pesa recipient. With her employer's consent, she embarked on a journey back to Kenya in November 2023, determined to rectify the…

Fresh questions have been raised about the effectiveness of security measures at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) following the apprehension of a Kenyan woman in India for attempting to smuggle gold. Sadia Mohammed Ali, pressured by financial strains, was nabbed at Mumbai International…

A Baringo family is demanding answers after their 23-year-old daughter, Brigid Jemosop, mysteriously passed away in Dublin, Ireland, just three days after returning from a visit home. The circumstances surrounding her death have raised concerns and left her loved ones in a state of profound grief…

Two years ago, Irene Gakwa, a nursing student from Kenya, disappeared from her home in Gillette leaving behind a multitude of unanswered questions and suspicions surrounding her live-in boyfriend Nathan Hightman. Hightman, who is currently serving time for committing various financial crimes…