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Lupita Nyong’o Joins US Lawmakers to Push for Uterine Fibroid Health Legislation
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Lupita Nyong’o Joins US Lawmakers to Push for Uterine Fibroid Health Legislation

Oscar-winning actress Lupita Nyong’o has become a prominent voice in public health advocacy, spearheading a campaign for heightened awareness, research funding, and policy changes regarding uterine fibroids, a common…

Jul 16, 2025
Kenyans Overseas Send Sh325.4 Billion in First Half of 2025
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Kenyans Overseas Send Sh325.4 Billion in First Half of 2025

Remittances from Kenyans abroad reached Sh325.4 billion ($2.519 billion) in the first half of 2025, a 5.8 percent increase year-on-year, driven by concerns over imminent changes in US taxation policies. This spike com…

Jul 15, 2025
Kenyan Woman Arrested in Mumbai Cocaine Smuggling Operation
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Kenyan Woman Arrested in Mumbai Cocaine Smuggling Operation

A Kenyan woman is in custody in Mumbai following her arrest at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Friday, accused of attempting to smuggle cocaine into India via internal concealment. Florence Indang…

Jul 14, 2025
Kenyan Diaspora Urged to Support Family of Caregiver Killed in Birmingham
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Kenyan Diaspora Urged to Support Family of Caregiver Killed in Birmingham

An ongoing police investigation into the death of Irene, a Kenyan mental health carer, while on duty in Birmingham has ignited a fierce debate about the safety and protection of migrant workers within the UK's care in…

Jul 14, 2025
Gachagua Embarks on US Tour to Rally Diaspora Support Ahead of 2027 Kenyan Elections
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Gachagua Embarks on US Tour to Rally Diaspora Support Ahead of 2027 Kenyan Elections

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has commenced a two-month tour of the United States, targeting the Kenyan diaspora in a strategic bid to reinvigorate his political standing ahead of the 2027 general elections…

Jul 12, 2025
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How Deportation From America Led Two Kenyans to Reinvent Their Lives and Inspire Others
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How Deportation From America Led Two Kenyans to Reinvent Their Lives and Inspire Others

The personal stories of Kenyans Mwali Muyumbu and Levis Kones illustrate the resilience and reinvention possible even after deportation from the United States. Their experiences are particularly relevant as conflict r…

Jul 12, 2025
Germany Seeks Kenyan Talent as Delegation Wraps Nairobi Labour Mobility Mission
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Germany Seeks Kenyan Talent as Delegation Wraps Nairobi Labour Mobility Mission

A high-level German delegation recently concluded a visit to Nairobi, signalling increased collaboration between Kenya and Germany on labour mobility and vocational skills development. The visit highlights Germany's s…

Jul 9, 2025
Stateless Man With Kenya Roots Deported to Jamaica by Trump Administration
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Stateless Man With Kenya Roots Deported to Jamaica by Trump Administration

Jermaine Thomas, 39, finds himself in a legal and existential limbo in Jamaica, a nation he was deported to despite never having lived there. Residing in a Kingston homeless shelter, Thomas's situation highlights the…

Jul 9, 2025
Diaspora Remittances Surpass Exports in Kenya as Inflows Near Sh605 Billion
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Diaspora Remittances Surpass Exports in Kenya as Inflows Near Sh605 Billion

Diaspora remittances are rapidly solidifying their position as a crucial pillar of Kenya's economy, outstripping traditional exports and reshaping the nation's financial landscape. The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) repo…

Jul 8, 2025
Where’s Waithaka? Grandfather’s Disappearance in Alabama Turns Family Reunion into Nightmare
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Where’s Waithaka? Grandfather’s Disappearance in Alabama Turns Family Reunion into Nightmare

The disappearance of Reuben Waithaka, a 72-year-old Kenyan national, continues to confound authorities and devastate his family, seven weeks after he vanished in Calera, Alabama. The case has cast a shadow over what w…

Jul 8, 2025
Kenya’s Diaspora Population Hits 4 Million as Overseas Births Surge
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Kenya’s Diaspora Population Hits 4 Million as Overseas Births Surge

The number of Kenyan children born outside the country has risen sharply, reflecting the growing impact of government-backed foreign employment initiatives. New data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS)…

Jul 6, 2025
Kenyan Government Cracks Down on Rogue Agencies as Diaspora Job Placements Top 400,000
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Kenyan Government Cracks Down on Rogue Agencies as Diaspora Job Placements Top 400,000

Nairobi is intensifying efforts to safeguard Kenyan workers abroad, as evidenced by a recent meeting between Kenyan officials and representatives from GR8 Recruitment, a Channel Islands-based firm. The discussions, wh…

Jul 6, 2025
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Kenyan Diaspora Brides Drive Nairobi Wedding Planning Boom With High-Budget Outsourcing
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Kenyan Diaspora Brides Drive Nairobi Wedding Planning Boom With High-Budget Outsourcing

Kenya's wedding industry is undergoing a significant transformation, spurred by the increasing number of diaspora brides seeking meticulously planned, high-budget ceremonies. This trend is redefining traditional notio…

Jul 5, 2025
Trump’s ‘Beautiful Bill’ Imposes 1% Remittance Tax, Threatening Kenyan Diaspora Support Systems
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Trump’s ‘Beautiful Bill’ Imposes 1% Remittance Tax, Threatening Kenyan Diaspora Support Systems

A newly enacted US federal tax on international remittances is poised to significantly impact the finances of Kenyans residing and working in the United States. The legislation, signed into law on 4 July by President…

Jul 5, 2025
UK Police Investigate Death of Kenyan Woman Killed During Caregiving Duty in Birmingham
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UK Police Investigate Death of Kenyan Woman Killed During Caregiving Duty in Birmingham

A Kenyan caregiver, identified as Wanjiru, has died following a violent incident in Birmingham. Her death occurred on 23 June at a residence in Winson Green, days after her children joined her in the United Kingdom. W…

Jul 5, 2025
Kenyan Sex Offender Worked in Minnesota Education Department After Ignoring Deportation Order
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Kenyan Sex Offender Worked in Minnesota Education Department After Ignoring Deportation Order

The Minnesota Department of Education (MDE) is facing intense scrutiny over its hiring protocols after it emerged that a Kenyan national with a prior conviction for criminal sexual conduct briefly held a senior positi…

Jul 4, 2025
Kenyan Politician Among 12 Arrested in Minnesota Over Attempt to Solicit Sex from Minor
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Kenyan Politician Among 12 Arrested in Minnesota Over Attempt to Solicit Sex from Minor

A former Kenyan parliamentary aspirant is amongst twelve men arrested in Minnesota following a coordinated law enforcement operation targeting suspected child exploitation. The Eden Prairie Police Department confirmed…

Jul 4, 2025
Ruto Tells Kenyans in the UK to Avoid Job Hunting on Student and Tourist Visas
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Ruto Tells Kenyans in the UK to Avoid Job Hunting on Student and Tourist Visas

President William Ruto's official visit to the United Kingdom on 2 July 2025 culminated in the signing of the Kenya-UK Strategic Partnership 2025-2030. The agreement, witnessed by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer at…

Jul 3, 2025
Kenyan Diaspora Leaders in Scotland Call for Formal Recognition to Boost Foreign Investment
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Kenyan Diaspora Leaders in Scotland Call for Formal Recognition to Boost Foreign Investment

The Kenyan government's pursuit of foreign investment, marked by costly international delegations and business engagements, often encounters bureaucratic obstacles. A potentially more effective and readily available r…

Jul 2, 2025
Diaspora Mourns Evans Kangogo and Eliud Kipsang Following Deaths in Washington State
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Diaspora Mourns Evans Kangogo and Eliud Kipsang Following Deaths in Washington State

The Kenyan community in the United States is in mourning following the recent deaths of two young men, Evans Kibiwott Kangogo in Seattle and Eliud Kipsang in Washington State.Evans Kibiwott Kangogo, a Kenyan national…

Jul 2, 2025
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