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Diaspora

How Diaspora Kenyans Are Driving National Progress
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How Diaspora Kenyans Are Driving National Progress

The Daring Returnees Forum 2024, convened at Nairobi's Panafric Hotel on September 27th, brought together a diverse assembly of Kenyan diaspora returnees, government officials, and business leaders. This event sought…

Sep 28, 2024
Kenyan Mother, 51, Claims UK Asylum After LGBTQ-Related Threats
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Kenyan Mother, 51, Claims UK Asylum After LGBTQ-Related Threats

Virginia Wairimu, a 51-year-old LGBTQ+ asylum seeker from Kenya, has found solace in Birmingham's supportive community as she contends with the UK's immigration system. Fleeing her homeland due to threats linked to he…

Sep 27, 2024
How Scammed Job Seekers are Pressured to Lure Other Kenyans for Refunds
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How Scammed Job Seekers are Pressured to Lure Other Kenyans for Refunds

Kenya's job market is facing a growing crisis as unscrupulous recruitment agencies exploit desperate job seekers with promises of lucrative overseas employment opportunities. Despite recent assurances from Labour Cabi…

Sep 26, 2024
Government Plan to Strengthen Kenyan Diaspora Presence at the UN
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Government Plan to Strengthen Kenyan Diaspora Presence at the UN

Kenya is embarking on an ambitious initiative to enhance its global presence and empower its youth through strategic placements in international institutions. The government, led by Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Cabine…

Sep 24, 2024
Stranded Kenyan Workers Plead for Rescue from War-Torn Lebanon
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Stranded Kenyan Workers Plead for Rescue from War-Torn Lebanon

Kenyan individuals in Lebanon are experiencing a frightening and distressing situation as the Israeli bombings worsen in the southern areas of the country. Social media platforms have become a channel for their pleas…

Sep 24, 2024
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Kenyan Diaspora Sets New Remittance Record: $427.2 Million in August 2024
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Kenyan Diaspora Sets New Remittance Record: $427.2 Million in August 2024

Kenyan expatriates have set a new monthly record for remittances, sending home $427.2 million (Sh55.13 billion) in August 2024. This unprecedented inflow, as reported by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), represents a s…

Sep 23, 2024
WIDU.africa Connects Diaspora to Kenyan Opportunities
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WIDU.africa Connects Diaspora to Kenyan Opportunities

The WIDU.africa initiative recently conducted a visit to Eldoret, Kenya, to assess the impact of the Kenyan diaspora on their home communities. Led by Mr. Boniface Munzala and Ms. Fridah Kibuko, the delegation aims to…

Sep 23, 2024
President Ruto Pledges Support for Kenyan Diaspora in New York Address
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President Ruto Pledges Support for Kenyan Diaspora in New York Address

President William Ruto met with Kenyan citizens living and working at the United Nations in New York during his visit to the Kenyan Permanent Mission. In a statement, Ruto voiced the government's commitment to support…

Sep 23, 2024
Daring Returnees Forum 2024: Celebrating Kenyan Diaspora's Impact on National Development
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Daring Returnees Forum 2024: Celebrating Kenyan Diaspora's Impact on National Development

The "Daring Returnees Forum 2024" is poised to spotlight the substantial contributions of Kenyans who have courageously chosen to return and reintegrate into their homeland. This event, organized by Chams Media in par…

Sep 21, 2024
Kenyan Diaspora in UK Gains Access to Government Tenders via London Embassy
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Kenyan Diaspora in UK Gains Access to Government Tenders via London Embassy

The Kenyan High Commission in London has introduced a new business engagement policy to broaden opportunities for Kenyan entrepreneurs in the United Kingdom. This initiative encourages Kenyan business owners to regist…

Sep 21, 2024
Family in Distress as FDLR Militants Capture Kenyan Breadwinner in Eastern Congo
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Family in Distress as FDLR Militants Capture Kenyan Breadwinner in Eastern Congo

The abduction of Kenyan truck driver Florence Wanza Munyao by armed militia in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has left her family in a state of distress and financial uncertainty. Wanza, who was report…

Sep 20, 2024
Kenyan Oxford Graduate Appeal for Help to Repatriate Uncle from UK
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Kenyan Oxford Graduate Appeal for Help to Repatriate Uncle from UK

The Kenyan community in the United Kingdom is being called upon to assist in the repatriation of Edwin Kalerwa's remains. Rispah Odanga, a 26-year-old Kenyan woman who recently completed her master's in Law at Oxford…

Sep 20, 2024
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IOM Pledges Support for Distressed Kenyans Abroad
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IOM Pledges Support for Distressed Kenyans Abroad

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has commended the robust partnership between Kenya and the organization, which focuses on promoting humane and orderly migration. This recognition emerged during a di…

Sep 19, 2024
Former Kenyan Teacher Thrives as US Bus Driver, Celebrates Lucrative Income
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Former Kenyan Teacher Thrives as US Bus Driver, Celebrates Lucrative Income

Mike, a Kenyan native from Wanyororo B in Nakuru County, has realized his long-held aspiration of supporting his friends and family by immigrating to the United States. Before his relocation, Mike's career in Kenya sp…

Sep 18, 2024
Kenyan Mercy Kamanja Calls for LGBTQ Awareness in Parenting
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Kenyan Mercy Kamanja Calls for LGBTQ Awareness in Parenting

Mercy Kamanja, a fervent advocate for Scotland's independence and a champion against various forms of discrimination, has shared her insights on the challenges of raising children in an era where discussions about LGB…

Sep 17, 2024
Kenya-born Huldah Momanyi Aims for Landmark Win in US Senate Race
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Kenya-born Huldah Momanyi Aims for Landmark Win in US Senate Race

Kenyan-born Huldah Momanyi is on the verge of making history as the first Kenyan ever to be elected to the House of Representatives in the United States. Her campaign for Minnesota's Senate District 38A seat represent…

Sep 16, 2024
Brenda Kurgat's Survival Guide for Kenyan Students in UK Universities
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Brenda Kurgat's Survival Guide for Kenyan Students in UK Universities

As Kenyan students prepare to study abroad, particularly in the United Kingdom, they often experience a mixture of anticipation and apprehension. The transition to a new academic environment can be both exhilarating a…

Sep 14, 2024
Adelaide Kenyan Community Rallies to Repatriate John Ngima
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Adelaide Kenyan Community Rallies to Repatriate John Ngima

The Kenyan community in Adelaide, Australia, is grappling with the untimely demise of John Ngima, affectionately known as Junior, who passed away on Monday, September 9, at the age of 37. Junior is survived by his 12-…

Sep 14, 2024
Kenyan Expats in South Africa to Benefit from KEDASA's New Investment Program
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Kenyan Expats in South Africa to Benefit from KEDASA's New Investment Program

The collaboration between the Kenya Diaspora Affairs Ministry and the Kenyan Diaspora in South Africa (KEDASA) is set to yield substantial benefits for Kenyans residing in South Africa. A recent meeting in Nairobi bet…

Sep 13, 2024
Kenyan Mother Succumbs to Illness in Saudi Arabia After Viral Appeal
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Kenyan Mother Succumbs to Illness in Saudi Arabia After Viral Appeal

The untimely death of Lucy Nyambura in Saudi Arabia has sparked an outpouring of grief and calls for action. The mother of three had journeyed to Saudi Arabia with aspirations of securing a brighter future for her chi…

Sep 13, 2024
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