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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…