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Kenyan Institutions Warn Public About Fake Job Adverts
Kenya

Kenyan Institutions Warn Public About Fake Job Adverts

A wave of deceptive job advertisements has triggered widespread concern among job seekers in Kenya, prompting leading institutions to publicly disavow fake postings circulating online. Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH)…

Apr 20, 2025
Kenya Parliament Initiates Public Consultation on Contentious Constitutional Amendments
Kenya

Kenya Parliament Initiates Public Consultation on Contentious Constitutional Amendments

The Kenyan Parliament has launched a nationwide public consultation process commencing May 5.The aim is to enshrine the National Government Constituency Development Fund (NG-CDF), the National Government Affirmative A…

Apr 20, 2025
Economic Hardship Reshapes Kenya's Easter Travel Patterns
Kenya

Economic Hardship Reshapes Kenya's Easter Travel Patterns

Kenya’s hospitality industry experienced a significant downturn this Easter holiday, as economic challenges dampened consumer spending and altered travel patterns. The subdued festivities reflect a broader economic st…

Apr 20, 2025
American Citizen Offered $30,000 for Immigration Marriage Fraud by Student Visa Holder Seeking Green Card
Immigration

American Citizen Offered $30,000 for Immigration Marriage Fraud by Student Visa Holder Seeking Green Card

A recent Reddit post detailing a proposed sham marriage for immigration purposes has ignited a fierce debate over the legal and ethical implications of immigration fraud. The post, shared on the r/Citizenship subreddi…

Apr 20, 2025
94-Year-Old Granny Released from Prison After NGO Intervention in Land Dispute Case
Kenya

94-Year-Old Granny Released from Prison After NGO Intervention in Land Dispute Case

Sabina Isutsa, a 94-year-old grandmother, was released from Kakamega Women’s Prison on April 17, 2025, after serving part of a one-year sentence. She was imprisoned for malicious property damage stemming from a land d…

Apr 20, 2025
International Students Ordered to 'Self-Deport' Following US Visa Revocation Notices
Immigration

International Students Ordered to 'Self-Deport' Following US Visa Revocation Notices

In recent years, the United States has witnessed a notable shift in its approach to international student visas, raising significant concerns about the balance between national security and academic openness. The esca…

Apr 19, 2025
Critical Checks Kenyan Healthcare Workers Must Complete Before Accepting UK Sponsorships
Diaspora

Critical Checks Kenyan Healthcare Workers Must Complete Before Accepting UK Sponsorships

Amidst evolving immigration policies in the United Kingdom, Kenyan healthcare professionals eyeing opportunities abroad must exercise caution and conduct thorough due diligence to navigate the complexities of sponsors…

Apr 19, 2025
International Students Sue the US Government Over Visa Revocations, Alleging Disrupted Academic Pursuits
Immigration

International Students Sue the US Government Over Visa Revocations, Alleging Disrupted Academic Pursuits

Over 130 international students have initiated legal action against the US government, alleging unjust visa revocations that have disrupted their academic pursuits. The lawsuit, which originated with 17 students in Ge…

Apr 19, 2025
US-Born Connecticut Doctor Erroneously Ordered to Leave Country by Homeland Security
Immigration

US-Born Connecticut Doctor Erroneously Ordered to Leave Country by Homeland Security

Dr. Lisa Anderson, a physician residing in Connecticut, is seeking legal counsel after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) mistakenly instructed her to leave the United States. The email, received by Anderson, a…

Apr 19, 2025
Dubai High-Rise Fire Kills Three Kenyans, Families Criticise Delayed Emergency Response
Diaspora

Dubai High-Rise Fire Kills Three Kenyans, Families Criticise Delayed Emergency Response

A deadly fire that ripped through a 52-story residential building in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, has claimed the lives of five individuals, including three Kenyan nationalsThe incident has ignited widespread grief…

Apr 19, 2025
Matiang'i Returns to Kenya Amid Growing Presidential Bid Speculation
Kenya

Matiang'i Returns to Kenya Amid Growing Presidential Bid Speculation

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) late Thursday.This marks his return to Kenya amid increasing speculation regarding a potential presidential bid in…

Apr 19, 2025
Nairobi Client Robbed of KSh 280,000 by Men Posing as Female Massage Therapists
Kenya

Nairobi Client Robbed of KSh 280,000 by Men Posing as Female Massage Therapists

Kenyan authorities have apprehended two men, Alex Mugo Wachira and Simon Chomba Mbogo, in connection with a deceptive online advertising scheme that led to the robbery of a male client seeking massage therapy services…

Apr 19, 2025
Govt Designates New State Lodges for Ruto in Bungoma and Kwale
Kenya

Govt Designates New State Lodges for Ruto in Bungoma and Kwale

The Kenyan government has broadened its network of State Lodges, designating new facilities in Bungoma and Kwale counties. Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has formalised the expansion through a gazette n…

Apr 18, 2025
US Immigration Officials Intensify Scrutiny of Marriage-Based Green Card Applications
Immigration

US Immigration Officials Intensify Scrutiny of Marriage-Based Green Card Applications

The path to permanent residency in the United States through marriage is becoming increasingly challenging, with recent policy changes leading to more rigorous vetting of applications. Under the current administration…

Apr 17, 2025
USCIS Implements New Registration Rule for Undocumented Immigrants
Immigration

USCIS Implements New Registration Rule for Undocumented Immigrants

The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has launched a new regulation requiring certain immigrants residing in the US without formal immigration records to formally register with the government, effective…

Apr 17, 2025
Kenya Launches Nationwide Closure of Children's Homes
Kenya

Kenya Launches Nationwide Closure of Children's Homes

Kenya is embarking on an ambitious overhaul of its child welfare system, transitioning from institutional care to family and community-based alternatives. Spearheaded by the National Council for Children Services, the…

Apr 17, 2025
10 Red Flags for F-1, H-1B, and Green Card Holders Amid Nationwide Crackdown
Immigration

10 Red Flags for F-1, H-1B, and Green Card Holders Amid Nationwide Crackdown

The United States is experiencing a significant shift in its immigration landscape as a result of increasingly restrictive policies and enforcement measures. International students, foreign workers, and green card hol…

Apr 17, 2025
Nyali MP Mohammed Ali Considers Exit from UDA Amidst Internal Strife
Kenya

Nyali MP Mohammed Ali Considers Exit from UDA Amidst Internal Strife

Nyali Member of Parliament Mohammed Ali, popularly known as "Jicho Pevu," has signalled his readiness to depart from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) due to escalating internal tensions with the party’s leadership…

Apr 15, 2025
Governor Wamatangi Arrested as EACC Seizes Ksh13 Million in Corruption Probe
Kenya

Governor Wamatangi Arrested as EACC Seizes Ksh13 Million in Corruption Probe

Kiambu Governor Kimani Wamatangi and nine senior county officials were apprehended Tuesday morning by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) following a raid that uncovered millions of Kenyan shillings suspe…

Apr 15, 2025
Gachagua Alleges Six Assassination Attempts Following October Impeachment
Kenya

Gachagua Alleges Six Assassination Attempts Following October Impeachment

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has levelled serious accusations against state security agencies, alleging negligence and complicity in what he describes as a coordinated effort to endanger his life. In a for…

Apr 15, 2025