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Man Claims His H-1B Visa Has Been Renewed Ten Times — Can Employers Really Do That?
Certain H-1B visa holders in the United States can remain beyond the standard six-year limit if they are progressing through the employment-based green card system, under provisions set out in the American Competitive…
African Women in Diaspora Fuel Global Boom in Wigs and Hair Extensions
African women living in the diaspora are driving major growth in the global market for wigs, weaves, and hair extensions, increasing demand for premium products in cities across Europe and North America.Beauty supply…
Kenya MET Warns of Heavy Rainfall and Flooding Across Several Regions
The Kenya Meteorological Service has warned that heavy rainfall is expected across several parts of the country from Friday, 8 May to Tuesday, 12 May 2026, with flooding likely in some areas.Western Kenya, the Rift Va…
At Least 15 Dead After Gold Mine Collapse in West Pokot
At least 15 people have died after a gold mine collapsed at Rumos Hills in West Pokot County. Rescue teams are searching for more miners feared trapped beneath the debris, while six survivors have been taken to the ho…
UK and German Institutions Offer Fully Funded Opportunities for Kenyan Students
Kenyan students can apply for two international scholarship programmes announced by institutions in the United Kingdom and Germany, offering funding for postgraduate study and professional training abroad.Aston Univer…
US Tightens Passport Rules for Citizens Owing Child Support
The United States government has tightened enforcement of passport restrictions for citizens who owe more than $2,500 in unpaid child support, including Americans living abroad and dual nationals in Kenya.In a notice…
Kenyan-Born Man Reported Missing in Oregon as Search Intensifies
Authorities in Washington County, Oregon, are searching for Zacchaeus Tallam, a 46-year-old Kenyan-born man who was reported missing from the Bethany neighbourhood west of Portland after he was last seen on 29 April.T…
US Police Launch Investigation Into Death of Kenyan Rugby Coach Felix Oloo
The Washington State Patrol is investigating the death of former Kenyan rugby coach Felix Oloo, who died after being struck by a vehicle on Interstate 405 in Washington State early on Monday morning.The incident happe…
Where Is Oburu Oginga? ODM Leader Misses Key Political Gatherings
ODM leader Dr Oburu Oginga has missed several recent party events, prompting questions about his health and the party’s leadership plans.Dr Oginga, 82, has not appeared in public since attending the ODM Youth League C…
Family Seeks Help to Trace Kenyan Man Missing in Doha
A family in Embu County is appealing for help to locate Harrison Waiganjo, who disappeared in Qatar shortly after travelling there in early 2023 to look for work.According to relatives, Waiganjo maintained regular com…
Canada Introduces New Rules for Foreign Students and Workers Seeking Status Restoration
Canada has changed its rules on restoring temporary resident status, allowing foreign students and workers to regain their legal status without automatically restoring their work or study permits at the same time.Unde…
UK-Based Kenyan Musician Richie Gathu Returns With New Single Lucky Me
Kenyan-born, UK-based musician Richie Gathu has released his new single, Lucky Me, marking his return to music after a year-long hiatus. The track also introduces his forthcoming conceptual album, 6 DEGREEZ. Gathu ste…
Government Launches Kazi Majuu Drive in Mombasa With 4,000 Gulf Jobs
The Kenyan government has launched a new Kazi Majuu recruitment drive in Mombasa, offering more than 4,000 jobs in Gulf countries including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain.The three-day exer…
Kericho Man Found Living on Dubai Streets Flown Back to Kenya
Brian Kipkoech, a man from Kericho who had been living homeless on the streets of Dubai, is returning to Kenya after a coordinated rescue effort by Kenyans living in the United Arab Emirates.He was scheduled to arrive…
Kenyan Family in Massachusetts Left Homeless After Devastating Fire
A Kenyan family living in Lowell, Massachusetts, has been left homeless after a fire destroyed several homes in the Centraville neighbourhood on Tuesday afternoon.Arthur Gituku, his wife and their children had moved i…
Kenyan Reported Missing in Bethany, Oregon
A Kenyan man in missing in Bethany, Oregon. 46-year-old Zacchaeus Tallam was last seen on April 29, 2026 in Bethany.Zacchaeus is described as 5’7”, 189 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. When last seen he was we…
Ruto Appoints New Supreme Court Judge
President William Ruto has appointed Justice Mohamed Abdullahi Warsame to Kenya’s Supreme Court, with immediate effect following a Gazette notice dated 5 May.The appointment follows Warsame’s nomination by the Judicia…
Kenya and Türkiye Sign Defence Deal with Focus on Drone Technology Cooperation
Kenya and Türkiye signed a defence cooperation agreement on 6 May during the SAHA Istanbul defence industry exhibition, with senior defence officials from both countries in attendance.The agreement aims to strengthen…
Nandi Family Struggles After Son Returns From Australia Facing Alcohol Dependency
A family in Nandi County has faced financial loss and emotional strain after their son returned from Australia with alcohol dependency, while another family in Eldoret continues to search for a relative who has not be…
Naivasha’s Portable Homes You Can Dismantle and Relocate
A factory in Naivasha is producing prefabricated housing units that can be installed within weeks, offering an alternative to conventional construction methods.A factory-based approach to building homes is gaining gro…