Latest diaspora stories from across Kenya.
New York, USA — A Kenyan national Cholo Abdi Abdullah has been sentenced to life imprisonment in the United States after being convicted of plotting a terrorist attack modeled on the September 11, 2001 attacks, U.S. authorities confirmed.…
Kenyan athlete Doris Lemngole has made history after winning the Bowerman Award, the most prestigious individual honor in U.S. collegiate track and field. Lemngole is the first student from the University of Alabama to receive the award.…
Kenyans living abroad have intensified calls for the adoption of blockchain-based digital voting ahead of the 2027 General Election, arguing that the technology would enable millions of eligible voters in the diaspora to participate…
Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a new voluntary self-deportation incentive, offering $3,000 in cash and a free plane ticket to undocumented immigrants who agree to leave the United States by…
A Kenyan court has ordered the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) to facilitate the extradition of two Kenyans living in Boston, United States, who are accused of involvement in an alleged murder-for-hire plot tied to a…
A Love Story That Captivated the Internet: In November 2017, a controversial online relationship captured global attention after being featured on The Dr. Phil Show. The story of Kevin, a young Kenyan man, and Sarah, a married American…
China is witnessing a sharp rebound in international travel following the expansion of its visa-free transit policy, with new official data showing a 60.8% surge in transit travelers using the extended 240-hour stay option. The policy…
The Kenyan government has successfully repatriated 18 Kenyan citizens who were stranded, injured, or inadvertently drawn into military-related situations in Russia. This effort is due to the Russia–Ukraine war, which continues to disrupt…
HUNTSVILLE, TEXAS — Rev. James Eliud Ngahu Mwangi, a Kenyan priest and assistant rector in the Episcopal Diocese of Texas, has opted for voluntary departure (self-deportation) from the United States. He is choosing to return to Kenya in…
President William Ruto, PhD, has honored two young Kenyan diplomats, Mr. Elvis Kibet and Mr. Felix Kaleke, for their exceptional bravery and leadership in high-risk diaspora evacuation missions in Lebanon and Myanmar. The two officers were…
The United States has officially implemented new visa screening rules requiring social media reviews, marking a significant expansion of existing vetting policies. Beginning December 15, the US State Department will review the online…
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has introduced new photo requirements for immigration applications, a change expected to affect millions of Green Card holders and prospective immigrants nationwide. The updated rules…
The Dream Act of 2025, introduced in December 2025 by Senators Dick Durbin and Lisa Murkowski, represents a major step forward in U.S. immigration reform. The bipartisan legislation aims to create a clear pathway to permanent residency—and…
The African community in the United Kingdom is set to honor the life and legacy of the late Dr. Matthew Muriuki Karangi, a distinguished Kenyan scholar, cleric, and community leader, whose passing has deeply touched the Kenyan diaspora and…
As the festive season approaches, many Kenyan Diaspora in the United States are preparing to spend Christmas away from home—once again. Despite their deep desire to reconnect with loved ones in Kenya, numerous members of the diaspora find…
President Donald Trump has officially launched a controversial new immigration initiative—the $1 million “Gold Card Visa Program”—designed to offer an accelerated path to U.S. citizenship for high-net-worth individuals. The program,…
Fifteen Kenyan nationals have been named on a high-profile deportation list published by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The individuals are among thousands of foreign nationals categorized by the agency as part of…
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Monday announced the launch of a controversial new initiative: a “Worst of the Worst” website designed to showcase criminal undocumented people apprehended during the Trump administration’s…
Hophine Bwosinde — A Kenyan diaspora and a former tax preparer from Lenexa, Kansas — has been sentenced to 36 months in federal prison after admitting that he prepared fraudulent tax returns for clients, resulting in a tax loss to Internal…
A Kenyan woman, Milcah Wangila, is living through a nightmare as she desperately searches for answers following the mysterious disappearance of her husband, Oscar Khagola, who traveled abroad in pursuit of better opportunities. Wangila…
Treasure Beach, Jamaica — December 5, 2025. The international arts community is mourning the tragic death of Kenyan-born sculptor Mazola wa Mwashighadi, a respected figure known for blending Kenyan heritage with Jamaican artistic…
A Routine Immigration Appointment Turns Into a Family Crisis – A Utah husband and father of U.S. citizens is being held in an immigration detention center. He was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This happened during…
The Kenyan diaspora community in the United Kingdom is mourning the profound loss of Dr. Matthew Muriuki Karangi. He was a highly respected academic, mentor and beloved community pillar who passed away peacefully on Friday, 5th December at…
In a major policy shift, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has reduced the validity period of Employment Authorization Documents (EADs) from five years to just 18 months. The agency announced Thursday that the change is…
