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A high-profile investigation into an alleged multimillion-dollar job recruitment scam in Nairobi, Kenya has been thrown into uncertainty following the abrupt transfer of key investigators to remote locations.
The case centres on Vintmark Travel Agency Ltd, owned by Ceaser Kingori, which allegedly…
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On August 23, 2022, a 23-year-old named Ian Githinji left Nyeri for Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) hoping to get a job in Thailand.
The ambitious young man became entangled in what appeared to be a promising opportunity for overseas employment, only to discover he was being drawn into…
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Kenya has drawn sharp criticism from human rights organizations following its deportation of four Turkish nationals, an action that allegedly violates international refugee protection standards.
The controversial decision to return Mustafa Genç, Oztürk Uzun, Alparslan Tasçi, and Hüseyin Yesilsu to…
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Kenya has witnessed an unprecedented surge in asylum seekers over the past five years, according to recent data from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
The number of individuals seeking protection has grown dramatically from 48,244 in September 2019 to 209,194 in 2024,…
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The United Kingdom has announced major changes to its visa application process affecting applicants from various countries, including Kenya.
These modifications, revealed on Monday, October 21, 2024, by the UK Government, will impact both current and prospective visa applicants. At the heart of…
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The Skilled Worker Visa has become an essential immigration pathway for skilled professionals seeking to establish their careers in the United Kingdom.
In early 2024, changes were introduced to the UK's immigration policy under the Labour government led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. These…
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The Kenyan government has issued a stern travel advisory for conflict zones, particularly in the Middle East due to the escalating violence in the region.
Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi emphasized the gravity of the situation during a media roundtable in Nairobi, urging…
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The Russian Embassy in Nairobi has announced fully-funded scholarships for Kenyans to study in Russia.
This initiative aims to bolster educational ties between the two nations and offer Kenyan students access to top-tier Russian universities. Prospective applicants are invited to submit their…
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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has unveiled modifications to the International Entrepreneur Rule (IER), effective October 1, 2024.
These changes encompass revised investment and revenue thresholds for foreign entrepreneurs seeking to establish startups in the United States. The…
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Sweden is taking steps to enhance its appeal to highly skilled foreign professionals by proposing significant changes to its EU Blue Card system.
The Swedish government has presented a new bill to the Riksdag, outlining measures to improve the country's ability to attract and retain top…
