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Treasury Targets Kenyans in Diaspora with New Tax Rules

Kenya's National Treasury and Economic Planning has unveiled a tax policy revision that will impact Kenyans working remotely from overseas locations. Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi announces that these workers will now…

Nov 4, 2024

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Lesbian Kenyan Woman Battles UK Deportation Despite Death Threats Back Home

Virginia Wairimu, 51,left Kenya in 2019 and settled in the UK seeking safety after her life was threatened for being a lesbian in Kenya. Born into a conservative Christian household in Kenya, Wairimu's early life foll…

Nov 4, 2024

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Emerging Kenyan Rapper ZZYCHI Prepares to Launch Provocative New Single "Judas"

Kenyan rapper ZZYCHI, currently residing in Qatar, is poised to release a compelling new track that promises to challenge musical and cultural boundaries. Titled "Judas," the drill anthem explores themes of betrayal a…

Nov 1, 2024

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How Kenya Plans to Honour Its Citizens Abroad Through 15 Award Categories

The Kenyan State Department for Diaspora Affairs has inaugurated a groundbreaking initiative to recognize the outstanding achievements of Kenyans living abroad through the Jamhuri Diaspora Awards. This annual celebrat…

Oct 31, 2024

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Kenyan Maid's Distress Call from Saudi Bathroom Sparks Rescue Efforts

Urgent concerns have emerged following a distressing social media post on social media platform X regarding a Kenyan domestic worker allegedly confined in Saudi Arabia. The United States of Africa (USA) account recent…

Oct 31, 2024

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Kenyan Officials Meet Diaspora Community at Saudi Arabia Labour Expo

Kenyan officials recently conducted a crucial diaspora engagement session during the Human Resources and Labour Services Expo 2024 in Saudi Arabia. The delegation, spearheaded by Ambassador Isaiya Kabira and Kenya's A…

Oct 30, 2024

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US Police Under Scrutiny Following Minneapolis Shooting of Kenyan Immigrant

The shooting of Davis Moturi, a Kenyan resident of Minneapolis, has sparked intense criticism of American law enforcement, reigniting debates about policing practices and their impact on communities of colour. The inc…

Oct 30, 2024

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Kenyan Immigrant Convicted of $1.5 Million Tax Fraud Scheme, Sentenced to 3 Years in US Prison

A former tax preparer and community leader in Kansas faces a three-year prison sentence for orchestrating a substantial tax fraud scheme that cost the US government $1.5 million (approximately Sh193.5 million). Hophin…

Oct 29, 2024

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5,000 Kenyans Stranded in Qatar After World Cup Dream Turned Nightmare

Kenya's Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has revealed that approximately 5,000 Kenyan citizens find themselves stranded without employment or financial resources in Qatar. During a recent appearance on Citizen TV…

Oct 28, 2024

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Kenya to Host 11th Diaspora Convention as Remittances Hit Sh156bn

Kenya is preparing to convene the 11th Kenya Diaspora Homecoming Convention. The event will unite Kenyans from across the globe to advance national development initiatives. The three-day convention, scheduled for Dece…

Oct 27, 2024

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Ruto's Govt Celebrates as Diaspora Remittances Hits Historic Sh610B Mark

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has reported remarkable growth in diaspora remittances, with September 2024 figures reaching USD418.5 million (Sh54 billion). This represents a 22.9% increase from the previous year's U…

Oct 26, 2024

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Ann Githinji: Uniting Kenyan Hearts in Northern Ireland

In February 2019, Ann Githinji embarked on a transformative journey from Kenya to the United Kingdom driven by the aspirational pursuit of enhanced opportunities for her seven-year-old daughter. Her primary motivation…

Oct 25, 2024

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Empower Yourself First, Kenyan Professional in Bahrain Advises Diaspora

Kenyan professionals are increasingly in demand in Bahrain, as they have an advantage over other foreign workers due to their excellent proficiency in both written and spoken English. Bahrain's appeal as a destination…

Oct 24, 2024

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Kenyan Death Row Inmate in Saudi Arabia Granted Year-Long Reprieve

The execution of Kenyan migrant worker Stephen Munyakho (also known as Abdulkareem) in Saudi Arabia has been postponed for another year, marking the third extension of his death sentence. This latest development comes…

Oct 24, 2024

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Kenyan Diaspora to Meet MPs Next Month Over Voting Rights

Kenyan diaspora communities are set to engage with the National Assembly's Justice and Legal Affairs Committee in mid-November 2024 to address universal voting rights for Kenyans abroad. This watershed meeting in Nair…

Oct 23, 2024

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Beyond the Crown: Deborah Mungai Redefines Modern Pageantry

Deborah Mungai commands attention with an unmistakable presence that surpasses the traditional confines of pageantry. Known on social media as Tia Debra, this aspiring beauty queen approaches her role with remarkable…

Oct 23, 2024

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Kenya's Dr. Kitulu Clinches World Medical Association Presidency

Dr Jacqueline Kitulu has been elected President of the World Medical Association (WMA), securing a decisive victory with 100 votes against Professor Caldas Alfonso of Portugal at the WMA's 75th General Assembly in Hel…

Oct 22, 2024

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Kenyan Diaspora Cautions Ruto Against Democratic Backsliding and Term Limits

Kenyan diaspora members have announced plans to engage international partners and the global community regarding emerging threats to democracy in their homeland. In a statement to the Nation, representatives highlight…

Oct 22, 2024

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Kenyan Principal Achieves 100% Pass Rate in Remote Ethiopian School

In the remote northwestern region of Ethiopia lies the town of Homosha, an unexpected centre of educational progress amidst rugged terrain. A short flight from Addis Ababa to Assosa, followed by a 30-kilometer drive o…

Oct 21, 2024

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How the Commonwealth Scholarship Changed Zipporah Muthoni's Life

The Commonwealth Scholarship program, established during the inaugural Conference of Commonwealth Education Ministers in Oxford in 1959, has emerged as a vital conduit for empowering students from disadvantaged backgr…

Oct 19, 2024