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Kenya Embraces Diaspora Engagement Through Diplomatic Channels
The Kenyan government is making concerted efforts to engage and empower its diaspora community across the globe. On Wednesday, the Principal Secretary for the State Department of Diaspora Affairs Ms Roseline Njogu, pr…

The K1 and CR1 Visa Options for Immigrant Couples
For couples where one partner is a US citizen and the other seeks residency, marriage can be a path to immigration. This process involves obtaining a K1 or CR1 visa, each with its own advantages and drawbacks. Choosin…

Green Card Lottery Winner Shares Brief Experience of Life in the USA
The charm of the American dream has long captivated individuals from across the globe. For one woman, the opportunity to embark on a new chapter in her life came through the coveted Diversity Visa Lottery program. In…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Nairobi Residents Face Heightened Risk of Police Shootings, Study Finds
A recent report by human rights organizations confirms a surge in police violence in Kenya, particularly in the capital city of Nairobi. The "Missing Voices 2023 Report" reveals a disturbing trend of extrajudicial kil…

Desperate Paul Mackenzie Demands Soap, Wife Amid Skin Outbreak in Prison
Controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie and 94 co-defendants implicated in the Shakahola massacre have brought forth concerns regarding their living conditions while in custody. The detainees allege inadequate access to…

Amazon Pauses Green Card Sponsorship for Foreign Workers in 2024
Tech giant Amazon has halted its sponsorship of new Green Cards for the remainder of 2024 in a move impacting foreign workers seeking permanent residency in the United States. This move centres around the PERM (Perman…

Kenyan Police Apprehend 177 Criminals in Mombasa Gang Bust
Kenyan authorities conducted a multi-agency operation on Wednesday, leading to the apprehension of 177 suspects allegedly linked to a gang responsible for organised terror in Mombasa. The operation spearheaded by Momb…

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…

Australian Environmentalist Plants 30,279 Mangrove Trees in Kilifi for Guinness World Record
30-year-old Australian environmentalist Jimi Cohen has embarked on an ambitious endeavour to achieve the Guinness World Record for the highest number of trees planted by an individual within 24 hours. In commemoration…

Do You Know This Man Wanted for Rita Waeni's Murder?
The gruesome murder of third-year university student Rita Waeni sent shockwaves through the country. The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has intensified its efforts to apprehend the perpetrator of this he…

No Place to Hide as Rains Pound Kenya, Tougher Days Ahead
Heavy rains have caused widespread flooding throughout Kenya, displacing families, destroying crops, and causing infrastructure damage. In Machakos County, residents of Phase Two estate in Syokimau have been grappling…

Utamaduni Day Transitions to Mazingira Day as October 10 Holiday Renamed
President William Ruto's recent assent to the Statute Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, 2024 has introduced a series of significant changes across 16 Acts of Parliament. This reflects a proactive stance toward envi…

German Woman Leaves Comfortable Life for Love in Kenyan Slum
German social worker Leni Weise embarked on a journey when she left the comforts of her life behind to be with Vincent Otieno. She met him online while he was living in the Kibera slum in Kenya. In an interview with T…

Ichung'wah Calls for Presidential Jet Replacement and Military Upgrades
Kenya's National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wa has made a compelling case for increased investment in the nation's military capabilities. Highlighting the recent helicopter crash that tragically claimed th…

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…

Police Investigate Teen's Suspicious Death Following Stepfather's Disciplinary Actions
18-year-old Faith Ngina, a recent graduate of Mahiga Girls High School, was found dead in her parents' home in Mahiga Location, Nyeri, Kenya on Thursday, April 18th. The circumstances surrounding her death have cast a…