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Kenyan Diaspora Invited to Contribute to National Development Through Skills Transfer Program
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Kenyan Diaspora Invited to Contribute to National Development Through Skills Transfer Program

The Kenyan government is launching the Kenya Diaspora Skills Transfer Program. The initiative is designed to leverage the expertise and experience of Kenyans living abroad. This program aims to harness the potential o…

May 5, 2024
Kenyan Faces Execution in Saudi Arabia, Family Scrambles to Raise Sh 123 Million Blood Money
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Kenyan Faces Execution in Saudi Arabia, Family Scrambles to Raise Sh 123 Million Blood Money

Stephen Bertrand Munyakho, a Kenyan man born in Pumwani, Nairobi in 1974, faces possible execution in Saudi Arabia on May 15, 2024. Munyakho was convicted of murder under Sharia law and sentenced to death by beheading…

May 5, 2024
Dafine: How I Moved to the US Without a Host
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Dafine: How I Moved to the US Without a Host

For many, moving to America and starting anew is an enticing prospect. However, the reality of such an endeavour can be daunting especially when one lacks a support system or connections in the country. Before setting…

May 3, 2024
Why I Swapped Urban America for Life in Rural Kenya
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Why I Swapped Urban America for Life in Rural Kenya

For Jasmine, the decision to leave her federal employment job in the United States and move to a rural part of Kenya with her family was driven by a profound yearning for something more. Disappointed with the relentle…

May 2, 2024
How Alcoholism Led to Imprisonment and Deportation of a Kenyan Student in Australia
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How Alcoholism Led to Imprisonment and Deportation of a Kenyan Student in Australia

Evans Kurgat, a Kenyan national from Chesumei in Nandi County, left Kenya for Australia in pursuit of higher education. Kurgat studied journalism and media studies at Eldoret College of Professional Studies. In Austra…

Apr 30, 2024
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The 'Majuu' Syndrome: Kenya's Obsession with the West
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The 'Majuu' Syndrome: Kenya's Obsession with the West

Azimio spokesman Makau Mutua provides insightful observations regarding the perception of one nation by another and how citizens express their sentiments. He castigates the derogatory remarks made by US President Dona…

Apr 29, 2024
UK, Germany Emerge as Top Destinations for Kenyan Workforce
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UK, Germany Emerge as Top Destinations for Kenyan Workforce

The Kenyan diaspora is a critical pillar of the Kenyan economy. Remittances, the money they send back home, have become one of the country's leading sources of foreign exchange, surpassing traditional exports like cof…

Apr 26, 2024
Kenya Airways Demands Release of Detained Staff in DRC
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Kenya Airways Demands Release of Detained Staff in DRC

Kenya Airways has lodged a formal complaint regarding the detention of two of its employees in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The airline maintains that the staff members are being held unjustly despite a…

Apr 26, 2024
Ugandan Court Releases 32 Kenyan Teens in Cross-Border Firearms Case
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Ugandan Court Releases 32 Kenyan Teens in Cross-Border Firearms Case

A Ugandan martial court has released 32 Kenyan teenagers who were previously sentenced to 20 years in prison for possessing illegal firearms. The teenagers, apprehended in Moroto District with a significant amount of…

Apr 26, 2024
White House Extends Ceremonial Invitation to Kenyan Diaspora for Ruto's Arrival
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White House Extends Ceremonial Invitation to Kenyan Diaspora for Ruto's Arrival

President William Ruto's forthcoming state visit to the United States in May presents a momentous occasion for the Kenyan diaspora community residing in the country. The host government has extended an opportunity for…

Apr 25, 2024
Government Hints at Establishing Safe Houses in the Gulf for Distressed Kenyan Workers
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Government Hints at Establishing Safe Houses in the Gulf for Distressed Kenyan Workers

The Kenyan government is committed to improving the lives of its migrant workers, particularly those facing hardship abroad. Recognizing the vulnerabilities of Kenyans overseas, the Labour Ministry led by Cabinet Secr…

Apr 24, 2024
US State Department Opens Applications for Kenyan Disability Rights Fellowship Program
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US State Department Opens Applications for Kenyan Disability Rights Fellowship Program

Are you a passionate disability rights advocate in Kenya looking to expand your network and learn from counterparts in the United States? If so, an exciting new fellowship program presents an unmissable opportunity. T…

Apr 23, 2024
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Government Seeks Diaspora Input for Investment Feedback and Policy Revision
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Government Seeks Diaspora Input for Investment Feedback and Policy Revision

The Kenyan government is seeking input from Kenyans living abroad as it develops two major initiatives - the Kenya Diaspora Investment Strategy and the Kenya Diaspora Policy 2024. The State Department for Diaspora Aff…

Apr 23, 2024
Kenyan Court Weighs US Custody Proceedings for Dual Citizen Child
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Kenyan Court Weighs US Custody Proceedings for Dual Citizen Child

A Kenyan High Court is currently involved in a complex international custody battle for a four-and-a-half-year-old boy with dual Kenyan and US citizenship. The child's maternal grandmother, MWM, is appealing a decisio…

Apr 20, 2024
Victoria Kageni's Inspiring Path From Kenya to the Oscars Red Carpet
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Victoria Kageni's Inspiring Path From Kenya to the Oscars Red Carpet

Kenyan-born fashion designer Victoria Kageni Woodard has opened up about her remarkable journey from Kenya to the United States and her thriving career in the fashion industry. Kageni, the creative mind behind the lab…

Apr 18, 2024
How Immigrant Families Adjust to Childcare in the US
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How Immigrant Families Adjust to Childcare in the US

For immigrant families embarking on a new journey in the United States, pursuing opportunities is often accompanied by the intricate challenge of managing childcare responsibilities. Navigating unfamiliar systems, bal…

Apr 17, 2024
Kenyan-Born Marine Missing in Puerto Rico: Community Rallies Behind Search Efforts
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Kenyan-Born Marine Missing in Puerto Rico: Community Rallies Behind Search Efforts

A Kenyan-born United States Marine Corporal Samuel Muturi Wanjiru has been missing in Puerto Rico since March 25, 2024. A compassionate outpouring of support from Kenyans has resulted in over Sh1 million being raised…

Apr 17, 2024
Why Australia is the Perfect Study Abroad Destination for Kenyans
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Why Australia is the Perfect Study Abroad Destination for Kenyans

For many African students, the pursuit of higher education in Australia has become an increasingly attractive prospect. Australian universities' world-class educational experience and welcoming multicultural environme…

Apr 16, 2024
Kenyan Woman Stranded in Saudi Arabia Seeks Help to Return Home
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Kenyan Woman Stranded in Saudi Arabia Seeks Help to Return Home

Emily Cherop Kaptuwai, a 27-year-old Kenyan woman, travelled to Saudi Arabia in 2021 to work as a domestic worker hoping to improve her family's financial situation. Unfortunately, her dreams turned into a nightmare…

Apr 15, 2024
CBK Targets Kenyan Diaspora with DhowCSD Webinar
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CBK Targets Kenyan Diaspora with DhowCSD Webinar

The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) launched a new digital trading platform called DhowCSD in July 2023 in a major move to democratize investing in government debt. The platform has made it drastically simpler and faster…

Apr 15, 2024
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