Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu on Tuesday emphasized the potential of Kenyans abroad to contribute to the nation's progress by addressing unemployment, boosting the economy, and fostering knowledge transfer. Her assertions come in light of a recent diaspora engagement forum…

Charles Mwangi's journey as a Kenyan asylum seeker residing in Toronto, Canada, has been a harrowing tale of courage and fear. His future in Canada hangs in the balance as he awaits a decision on his asylum application. In 2019, Mwangi made the agonizing decision to flee his homeland Kenya after…

21-year-old Kenyan woman Linet Makena has been detained by authorities since May 8th due to expired immigration paperwork. This seemingly bureaucratic issue has escalated into a matter of life and liberty. Linet's journey to Egypt began in 2018 with aspirations for a better life. She sought…

Kenyan international student in Australia Brian Kiama Muhiu narrowly escaped causing fatalities due to his reckless behaviour involving multiple incidents of driving under the influence of alcohol. The Geelong Magistrates Court heard how Muhiu's actions could have had catastrophic consequences as…

On June 3rd, Lilian Seenoi-Barr will etch her name into the annals of history when she assumes the mayoral chain of office at Derry's guildhall, becoming the first black mayor in Northern Ireland. This significant event signifies the peak of an extraordinary journey, both personal and political,…

President William Ruto's state visit to the United States has been marked by pomp as he seeks to strengthen ties with the Kenyan diaspora and attract their investment in the country's economic transformation. The President's first stop was in Atlanta, Georgia, where he addressed a Diaspora Tech…

A terrible accident has befell the Mtibwa sugar factory located in Tanzania's eastern Morogoro region. Early on the morning of May 23rd, at 1:30 am, an electrical malfunction in the factory's heating system resulted in a devastating explosion. This incident tragically claimed the lives of 11…

The Kenya High Commission in London is embroiled in a dispute with Transport for London (TfL) regarding unpaid congestion charges. The City of London has demanded a hefty Sh541 million from Kenya, highlighting the persistent refusal of the High Commission and several other embassies to settle their…

On Wednesday, May 22, a Kenyan farmer living in the United States confronted President William Ruto over losses suffered from purchasing fake fertilizer. The farmer, a member of the diaspora community, expressed his frustration over a substantial financial loss of Ksh250,000 (approximately $2,000)…

Former Kenya's Consul General for Los Angeles Thomas Kwaka popularly known as Big Ted has provided an insightful perspective on his experience representing Kenya in the United States. He draws comparisons between the two nations, emphasizing the importance of systems and hard work. Big Ted likens…