Publication focused on Kenyans abroad, diaspora community news, migration, achievements, events and connections with Kenya.
For Harun Njuguna Mwangi from Nakuru County, Kenya, the dream of studying abroad is finally becoming a reality. He is set to pursue a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering at Temple University in the United States — a milestone that…
Muthoni wa Kirumba, one of the most celebrated Kikuyu radio presenters in Kenya, has recently captured public attention with news about her relationship with popular Mugithi artist Waithaka wa Jane. The talented radio queen is often…
The number of United Kingdom deportations has risen sharply under the new government in 2025. According to the latest Home Office data, total returns increased by 13%, while enforced returns surged by 25% in the year ending June 2025…
Indians will not be eligible for the U.S. Green Card Lottery (DV-2027). The country is expected to remain excluded through at least 2029. The U.S. Diversity Visa (DV) program, commonly known as the Green Card Lottery, is designed to…
Are you a Kenyan living in the United States and looking to invest back home in Kenya? Here’s your golden opportunity! The Optiven Diaspora Team will be in Phoenix, Arizona from November 7th to 11th, 2025, at La Quinta by Wyndham Phoenix…
In today’s interconnected world, Kenyans in the diaspora play a vital role in shaping the global Kenyan community. Whether studying, working, or raising families abroad, the Kenyan diaspora continues to bridge the gap between Kenya and the…
Born and raised in the rolling hills of Meru County, James Wandere Kagiri has always been drawn to numbers, their patterns, precision, and power to explain the world. His academic journey began at Gitoro Primary School before he completed…
WASHINGTON, D.C. — November 1, 2025 — Vice President JD Vance is facing a wave of backlash online after comments he made about his Hindu wife, Usha Vance, and his Christian faith at a Turning Point USA event earlier this week. Critics…
The Kenyan diaspora has become one of Africa’s most dynamic global communities. Each year, thousands of Kenyans abroad seek new opportunities in education, employment, and business ventures. The largest populations of Kenyan immigrants…
Ottawa, October 29, 2025 — Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has conducted one of the largest Express Entry draws of the year, issuing 6,000 Invitations to Apply (ITAs) for permanent residency under the French language…
For Doreen David’s family, the day of her departure marked a mix of disbelief, pride, and deep gratitude. As they gathered to bid her farewell, the reality that their daughter was finally leaving for the United States to pursue her…
If you’re following the annual Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery (Green Card Lottery) program, especially the upcoming DV 2027 cycle, here’s what you need to know about the delay, what’s driving it, how (or whether) the U.S. Department of State…
Nairobi, Kenya — Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has, for the first time, opened up about his health struggles years after leaving office, shedding light on a difficult chapter of his post-presidency life. Speaking during the funeral of…
What is KISWATE Digital Academy? KISWATE Digital Academy (KDA) is a groundbreaking educational initiative that is transforming how senior secondary students in Kenya access and experience learning. This bold model leverages technology to…
On October 1, 2025, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) began sending formal notices to aliens with a pending Form I‑589, Application for Asylum and for Withholding of Removal who must pay a newly mandated Annual Asylum…
From Kiambu County to the Highways of America – The inspiring story of Joakim Mwangi, popularly known as Katuosis, is one that continues to motivate thousands across the world. Born and raised in Kiambu County, Kenya, Mwangi grew up with a…
Nairobi, Kenya — October 31, 2025 – Kenyan software developer and digital rights advocate Rose Njeri Tunguru has been named to the 2025 TIME100 Next list, TIME Magazine’s annual recognition of the world’s most influential rising stars…
In a dramatic and unprecedented move, King Charles III has formally stripped his brother Prince Andrew of his royal style, titles, and honours. He has also ordered him to vacate his residence at the Royal Lodge in Windsor. This action…
A Dutch national, Elwin Ter Horst, who was captured in a viral video harassing police officers at the Diani Police Station, is set to be deported just two days after his arrest. The incident has sparked widespread online outrage. Many…
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced an interim final rule that will end the automatic extension of certain employment authorization documents (EADs) for renewal applications filed on or after October 30, 2025. What’s…
Kenya – October 2025: A recent High Court ruling has reignited national debate over dowry refunds in Kenya, following a landmark decision that could change how customary marriages are dissolved across the country. In the case of CKN vs DMO…
The global Deliverance Church International family is just a one week away from one of the most anticipated events of the year — the Deliverance Church @55 Diaspora Conference 2025. This milestone celebration marks 55 years of ministry…
Samia Suluhu Hassan, Tanzania’s first female president, has long been viewed as a symbol of hope for reform and stability in East Africa. Since inheriting the presidency in 2021 following the death of John Pombe Magufuli, she initially…
In 1943, psychologist Abraham Maslow introduced his hierarchy of needs proposing that humans are driven by a pyramid of requirements from basic physiological needs at the bottom culminating in self-actualization at the top. Sitting near…
