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Kenya Trains Youth to Fill Austria's Critical Skills Gap
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Kenya Trains Youth to Fill Austria's Critical Skills Gap

Kenya and Austria are forging a promising economic partnership underscored by a crucial event hosted by the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKO) in Vienna to commemorate Africa Day. During her speech, Kenya's Princ…

Jan 29, 2025
Inside Trump's New Hunt for Undocumented Kenyans in America
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Inside Trump's New Hunt for Undocumented Kenyans in America

The United States has ramped up its enforcement of immigration laws in recent weeks, particularly focusing on undocumented individuals from Kenya. As of January 26, a total of 956 individuals have been apprehended, ma…

Jan 29, 2025
The US Immigration Targets 1,282 Kenyans in Major Deportation Drive
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The US Immigration Targets 1,282 Kenyans in Major Deportation Drive

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has initiated a substantial operation targeting over 1.4 million noncitizens across 187 countries, which includes 1,282 individuals from Kenya, for potential deportatio…

Jan 28, 2025
The US Immigration Targets 1,282 Kenyans in Major Deportation Drive
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The US Immigration Targets 1,282 Kenyans in Major Deportation Drive

The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has initiated a substantial operation targeting over 1.4 million noncitizens across 187 countries, which includes 1,282 individuals from Kenya, for potential deportatio…

Jan 28, 2025
UAE-Based Kenyan Turns Traditional Beadwork into Profitable Business
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UAE-Based Kenyan Turns Traditional Beadwork into Profitable Business

At the Sharjah Festival of African Literature (SFAL), Kenyan expatriate Jamal Njambe is capturing the attention of attendees with his handcrafted bracelets featuring the colours of the Kenyan flag. These vibrant piece…

Jan 27, 2025
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$750 Bounty Allegedly Divides Kenyan Immigrant Community in the US
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$750 Bounty Allegedly Divides Kenyan Immigrant Community in the US

The inauguration of the US President Donald Trump has sparked significant controversy among Kenyans, both domestically and in the diaspora, primarily due to concerns regarding immigration policies. Reports of individu…

Jan 26, 2025
Family and Friends Mourn Kenyan Student Joan Jepngetich After Tragic Death in the US
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Family and Friends Mourn Kenyan Student Joan Jepngetich After Tragic Death in the US

The remains of Joan Jepngetich, a 26-year-old nursing student and athlete from Nandi County, Kenya, arrived back in her home country on January 24, 2025, following her tragic death in a road accident in the United Sta…

Jan 26, 2025
Kenya Commits to Supporting Diaspora Community Through Regional Policy
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Kenya Commits to Supporting Diaspora Community Through Regional Policy

Kenya's government, under the leadership of Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu from the State Department for Diaspora Affairs, has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting the diaspora community. This commitment encomp…

Jan 24, 2025
300 Kenyan Youths to Earn up to Sh350,000 Monthly in Israeli Construction Sector
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300 Kenyan Youths to Earn up to Sh350,000 Monthly in Israeli Construction Sector

The National Youth Service (NYS) has announced a series of job openings in Israel aimed at its trained graduates, presenting an advantageous opportunity for skilled youth seeking lucrative international employment. Th…

Jan 24, 2025
Scottish Man Convicted of Murdering Kenyan Wife in Lanarkshire
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Scottish Man Convicted of Murdering Kenyan Wife in Lanarkshire

A Scottish man has been convicted of murdering his Kenyan wife following a domestic dispute rooted in allegations of infidelity. Walter Buchanan, a 66-year-old chartered surveyor, was found guilty on January 22, 2025…

Jan 24, 2025
Influencer Rhoda Korir Sparks Debate on Gulf Employment for Kenyan Women
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Influencer Rhoda Korir Sparks Debate on Gulf Employment for Kenyan Women

On January 18, Rhoda Korir, a social media influencer hailing from Bomet, Kenya, sparked significant discussion after posting a video on her Facebook page. In her native Kalenjin dialect, Korir advised Kenyan women to…

Jan 23, 2025
Visa-Free Trap: Malaysian Employment Scams Targeting Kenyan Travelers
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Visa-Free Trap: Malaysian Employment Scams Targeting Kenyan Travelers

The Kenyan government has issued a serious advisory for citizens considering travel to Malaysia, citing growing concerns regarding fraudulent travel agencies that offer false employment opportunities. This warning fol…

Jan 23, 2025
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Kenyans in New Zealand to Benefit from Upcoming Consular Outreach Visit
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Kenyans in New Zealand to Benefit from Upcoming Consular Outreach Visit

The Kenyan High Commissioner to Australia, Ambassador Dr. Wilson K. Kogo, will lead a delegation to New Zealand on February 14th and 15th, 2025, to provide essential consular services for the Kenyan community living i…

Jan 23, 2025
Kenyan Bank Executive Found Dead in South London Apartment, Police Launch Murder Probe
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Kenyan Bank Executive Found Dead in South London Apartment, Police Launch Murder Probe

An investigation has been launched by the Metropolitan Police Service following the death of Marianne Kilonzi, a 43-year-old Kenyan woman, whose body was discovered in her South London apartment on January 17, 2025. K…

Jan 22, 2025
Dubai's Real Estate Boom Attracts Growing Number of Kenyan Investors
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Dubai's Real Estate Boom Attracts Growing Number of Kenyan Investors

Dubai has emerged as a sought-after destination for African real estate investors looking to exploit the city's expansive property market and favourable living conditions. This trend is particularly evident among inve…

Jan 21, 2025
US-Based Kenyans Send Highest Share of Money Home Among Global Diaspora
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US-Based Kenyans Send Highest Share of Money Home Among Global Diaspora

Kenyans living abroad have exceeded the Central Bank of Kenya's (CBK) projected remittances for 2024, sending a remarkable $4.94 billion (Sh637.3 billion) back to their home country. This figure surpasses the anticipa…

Jan 20, 2025
Kenyan-Born White House Photographer Polly Irungu Concludes Landmark Tenure
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Kenyan-Born White House Photographer Polly Irungu Concludes Landmark Tenure

Polly Irungu, a Nairobi-born photographer, has concluded her tenure at the White House. On January 20, she shared a heartfelt farewell message on X (formerly Twitter), reflecting on her professional journey and expres…

Jan 20, 2025
Stolen Vehicle Belonging to Kenyan Recovered in Adelaide, Six Teens Arrested
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Stolen Vehicle Belonging to Kenyan Recovered in Adelaide, Six Teens Arrested

A recent coordinated effort by law enforcement has led to the successful recovery of a stolen Subaru Forester belonging to Hosea Kiprono, a prominent figure in the Kenyan-Australian community and Chairman of Kitwek So…

Jan 18, 2025
From Australia to Kenya: 13-Year-Old Bradley Kibet Completes Kalenjin Manhood Ritual
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From Australia to Kenya: 13-Year-Old Bradley Kibet Completes Kalenjin Manhood Ritual

A Kenyan family living in Australia has successfully navigated the intricacies of cultural integration by ensuring their son participates in a vital Kalenjin tradition. Thirteen-year-old Bradley Kibet in December retu…

Jan 16, 2025
Stranded Kenyan Workers in Lebanon Report Mental Health Crisis
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Stranded Kenyan Workers in Lebanon Report Mental Health Crisis

The Kenyan government has intensified its efforts to evacuate citizens stranded in Lebanon as tensions in the Middle East escalate. The November evacuation brought the total number of Kenyans repatriated to 94 within…

Jan 14, 2025
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