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Government Plans to Strengthen Diaspora Unity and Document Kenyans Abroad
Diaspora

Government Plans to Strengthen Diaspora Unity and Document Kenyans Abroad

Undocumented children who are born in foreign countries to Kenyan parents face significant challenges, especially in nations where legal systems penalize births that occur outside marriage. During a recent interview…

Dec 29, 2023
Kenya Leads Sub-Saharan Africa in Economic Growth - World Bank
Business

Kenya Leads Sub-Saharan Africa in Economic Growth - World Bank

According to a recent World Bank report on Kenya's poverty and equity assessment for 2023, the country has experienced notable economic growth in the past decade, surpassing its Sub-Saharan African counterparts. Kenya…

Dec 29, 2023
KCSE Results Verification in Progress, Release Date Confirmed
Kenya

KCSE Results Verification in Progress, Release Date Confirmed

Education Cabinet Secretary Ezekiel Machogu has announced that the results of the 2023 Form Four exam will be released in the second week of January. As the 903,260 students who sat for the final secondary school exam…

Dec 28, 2023
Nazizi Mourns Death of Son While on Vacation
Entertainment

Nazizi Mourns Death of Son While on Vacation

Renowned rapper Nazizi Hirji is currently dealing with the heartbreaking loss of her second child, Jazeel, who tragically passed away on Christmas Day. What was meant to be a festive celebration has transformed into a…

Dec 28, 2023
Protest Erupts in Nairobi as Demonstrators Demand Swift Implementation of Housing Levy
Kenya

Protest Erupts in Nairobi as Demonstrators Demand Swift Implementation of Housing Levy

A group of Jua Kali artisans and slum residents on Thursday gathered in the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) to advocate for the implementation of the Housing Levy. Their main concern is that if the project doe…

Dec 28, 2023
Kenyan Passport Holders Enjoy Visa-Free Travel to 76 Countries in 2024
Immigration

Kenyan Passport Holders Enjoy Visa-Free Travel to 76 Countries in 2024

As we usher in the new year, Kenyan passport holders can celebrate the increased global mobility they have gained in 2023. Kenya's passport strength in Africa is further solidified as it secures the 8th spot on the He…

Dec 28, 2023
Tips for Kenyans Contemplating to Relocate Abroad
Immigration

Tips for Kenyans Contemplating to Relocate Abroad

Kenyans are actively seeking alternative routes toward a more stable and secure future in the face of a challenging economic landscape marked by escalating taxes, inflation, and job insecurity. The country faces the r…

Dec 28, 2023
President Ruto, Parliament on a Collision Path Over Housing Levy Deductions
Kenya

President Ruto, Parliament on a Collision Path Over Housing Levy Deductions

President William Ruto and Parliament are on a collision course over the issue of housing tax deductions that were deemed discriminatory by the court. MPs have taken action by proposing a solution to have the Kenya Kw…

Dec 28, 2023
Mudavadi Tells Kenya Kwanza to Deliver on Campaign Promises and Stop Blame Games
Kenya

Mudavadi Tells Kenya Kwanza to Deliver on Campaign Promises and Stop Blame Games

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has urged the Kenya Kwanza leadership to prioritize fulfilling their campaign promises for the 2022 elections and refrain from blaming former president Uhuru Kenyatta. While ac…

Dec 28, 2023
President Ruto's Aggressive Drive for Revenue in 2023
Kenya

President Ruto's Aggressive Drive for Revenue in 2023

In 2023, President William Ruto shocked Kenyans with a series of comprehensive tax measures influenced by the country's partnership with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). In his Jamhuri Day speech, the President…

Dec 27, 2023
Indian Authorities Arrest Kenyan Woman Exploiting Jobseekers on Facebook
Diaspora

Indian Authorities Arrest Kenyan Woman Exploiting Jobseekers on Facebook

A Kenyan woman was on Monday apprehended in India for reportedly deceiving unsuspecting individuals searching for employment opportunities online. The elaborate scheme came to light after one victim bravely reported t…

Dec 27, 2023
Octopizzo Ties the Knot for the Fourth Time in Grand Ceremony
Entertainment

Octopizzo Ties the Knot for the Fourth Time in Grand Ceremony

Kenyan hip-hop artist Octopizzo has celebrated his fourth wedding by exchanging vows with his long-time partner from Mexico. The couple's enchanting white wedding ceremony, held on December 24, stands as a significant…

Dec 27, 2023
5 Key Changes Redefining US Visa and Immigration Rules in 2023
Immigration

5 Key Changes Redefining US Visa and Immigration Rules in 2023

2023 emerged as a year of significant changes and forward-looking initiatives in the dynamic realm of US visas and immigration, shaping the landscape for individuals seeking entry into the United States. Key Updates a…

Dec 26, 2023
67 Children Lost on Mombasa Beach Celebrate Reunion With Family
Kenya

67 Children Lost on Mombasa Beach Celebrate Reunion With Family

On Christmas Day, at Jomo Kenyatta Public Beach in Mombasa County, a distressing incident unfolded for 67 children who became separated from their families amidst the vibrant beach festivities. Affectionately known as…

Dec 26, 2023
Raila Challenges Ruto's Diagnosis of Economic Issues
Kenya

Raila Challenges Ruto's Diagnosis of Economic Issues

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has warned Kenyans to brace themselves for tough times ahead as he predicts economic doom. Speaking during a Christmas service at St Peter's ACK Church in Nyamira, Bondo, Odinga expresse…

Dec 26, 2023
Kenyan Diaspora Sustains Efforts for National Development
Diaspora

Kenyan Diaspora Sustains Efforts for National Development

The 10th Annual Convention of the Kenya Diaspora Alliance has sparked meaningful discussions on global engagement, ushering in a new era of collaboration, innovation, and sustainable investments. Ensuing from December…

Dec 25, 2023
Unlocking the Potential of Diaspora Engagement and Investment
Diaspora

Unlocking the Potential of Diaspora Engagement and Investment

At the inaugural Diaspora Investment Conference held on December, 13, and organized by the State Department for Diaspora Affairs, our fellow Kenyans who reside outside the country were warmly welcomed back home at the…

Dec 25, 2023
How Kenyan Families Celebrate Christmas Away From Home
Diaspora

How Kenyan Families Celebrate Christmas Away From Home

For Kenyans living abroad, Christmas takes on a different meaning as it becomes intertwined with cultural and family traditions. In the heart of Denmark, Kenyan citizen Esther Bakhita celebrates her sixth Christmas aw…

Dec 25, 2023
UK-Based Kenyan Mother Faces Murder Charges in Son's Fatal Stabbing
Diaspora

UK-Based Kenyan Mother Faces Murder Charges in Son's Fatal Stabbing

41-year-old Keziah Macharia of Montague Road in Dalston, Hackney, appeared in Thames Magistrates' Court on Friday morning facing charges of murdering her four-year-old son, Kobi Macharia Dooly. The devastating inciden…

Dec 24, 2023
Where Kenyan Diaspora Buys Holiday Homes
Real Estate

Where Kenyan Diaspora Buys Holiday Homes

While enjoying her vacation in Kenya, Carey Njeri, a resident of Los Angeles, stumbled upon an intriguing billboard advertising a property in Malindi. Ms Njeri found solace in the tranquil confines of a gated communit…

Dec 24, 2023