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An American couple has initiated legal proceedings against Kenyan businessman Julius Mwale and his American spouse Kaila Mwale. The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court, District of Utah, centres on an alleged debt of $870,000 (approximately Sh112.2 million). Matthew and Brooke Shaw, the…
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Kevin Kangethe, a Kenyan man suspected of murdering his girlfriend in Massachusetts before feeling to Kenya has been extradited back to the United States. Kangethe, 42, is accused of killing his girlfriend, 31-year-old Margaret Mbitu in November, 2023 . Her body was found two days after she was…
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Kenya's reputation as a premier training ground for international athletes continues to flourish, attracting runners from around the world who seek to learn from the country's renowned long-distance runners. This influx of talent has not only reinforced Kenya's athletic prowess but also created a…
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Kenyan real estate agents are increasingly targeting the substantial diaspora population as a key market for land and property investments. With over three million Kenyans residing abroad, real estate firms perceive a significant opportunity to attract investment from this lucrative demographic.…
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A land ownership dispute in Nakuru County, Kenya, has resulted in a court ruling that prohibits a Kenyan-American man from entering his parents' property. The Environment and Lands Court in Nakuru has issued a permanent order barring Mr Abel Hayora Nyaruri from accessing the one-acre plot in the…
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The Kenyan government, through its State Department for Labour and Skills Development, recently hosted a delegation from Saudi Arabia to conduct interviews for specialist Kenyan nurses seeking employment in the Kingdom. This initiative stems from agreements made during President William Ruto's…
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The landscape of Kenyan diaspora remittances is undergoing a significant transformation, with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia emerging as a major contributor, challenging the United Kingdom's traditional position. However, both nations' contributions pale in comparison to the substantial remittances…
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The Gulf region has been a destination for many Kenyan workers seeking better opportunities, but for some, the experience has been marked by trauma, pain, and regret. Velma Nerima, a 37-year-old single mother of three from Busia County, exemplifies this struggle. With an ageing mother and children…
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Hemanshi Galaiya, a Kenyan doctoral candidate in Biotechnology at the University of Queensland, Australia, is making significant strides in her field while maintaining a lighthearted approach to life. Known for her practical nature, exemplified by the screwdriver she carries, Galaiya balances her…
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Indian authorities have successfully dismantled a prostitution ring in Hyderabad, India, rescuing 17 East African women, including 14 Kenyans. The operation, conducted by the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, was prompted by a public tip-off and resulted in the arrest of three suspects accused of…

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