Diaspora News

Kisii Woman Awarded Sh7.3 Million After Myanmar Human Trafficking Ordeal

A Kisii woman who was trafficked to Myanmar after being promised a well-paid job in Thailand has been awarded more…

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Kenyan Embassy in Seoul Expands Consular Outreach as Diaspora Pushes for Voter Registration

The Kenyan Embassy in Seoul has concluded a three-day Mobile Consular Services exercise, providing passport renewals, birth registrations, and certificates…

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Four Kenyans Face Deportation from the US Over Criminal Convictions

Four Kenyan nationals are facing deportation from the United States after immigration authorities determined that their criminal convictions make them…

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Kenyans in Dubai Hold Candlelight Vigil for Malon Kiptarus and Collins

A candlelight vigil was held at Zabeel Park in Dubai on 5 July to honour two Kenyans, Malon Kiptarus and…

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Explainer: Why Genetics Matters in Obesity – and Why Lifestyle Still Counts

A new study published in PLOS Medicine has identified more than 3,000 genetic variations linked to obesity, providing new evidence…

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Kenyan Diaspora Finds a Taste of Home in Tacoma

A Kenyan family’s visit to Kwetu Stores in Tacoma, Washington, has highlighted how familiar food and household products help diaspora…

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Kenyans in South Korea to Access Passport, Registration Services in Seoul

The Kenyan Embassy in Seoul is holding a three-day Mobile Consular Services programme from 10 to 12 July, offering passport,…

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Bomet: How Overseas Employment Is Transforming the Lives of Konoin Youth

More than 50 young people from Konoin Constituency have secured employment in the Gulf states through a programme by the…

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Kenya Completes Evacuation of 472 Citizens from South Africa

Kenya has evacuated 472 citizens from South Africa after a final group of 50 people arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International…

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Kenyan Man Sought by Britain Over Murder Allegations Denied Bail

A Kenyan court has refused to grant bail to a man wanted by British authorities on charges including murder, ruling…

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Former KDF Soldier Tells How He Fought in Ukraine Before Escaping to Kenya

A former Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldier has described his experience fighting in the Russia-Ukraine war after leaving the Kenyan…

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Kenya Steps Up Evacuations as 80 More Citizens Return from South Africa

Kenya has repatriated 80 citizens from South Africa following rising concerns over xenophobic unrest.  The group, which included children and…

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