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Kalonzo to Attend SDA Fellowship in Silver Spring, Maryland
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Kalonzo to Attend SDA Fellowship in Silver Spring, Maryland

Former Kenyan Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka is set to attend a major diaspora faith gathering in the United States this weekend, as he joins worshippers at the Kwanza Adventist Fellowship Community Sabbath in Silver Spring, Maryland. The…

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US Green Card Holders Barred from SBA-Backed Loans
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US Green Card Holders Barred from SBA-Backed Loans

Major Policy Shift Hits Immigrant Entrepreneurs in the U.S: Beginning March 1, 2026, U.S. Green Card holders (Lawful Permanent Residents – LPRs) will no longer be eligible for any Small Business Administration (SBA) government-backed…

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Historic Milestone: Bob Mwiti and ISP Secure 115 US Student Visas
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Historic Milestone: Bob Mwiti and ISP Secure 115 US Student Visas

In a time when U.S. student visas for Africans face unprecedented scrutiny, Bob Mwiti and the International Scholars Program (ISP) have achieved a historic milestone—successfully securing 115 U.S. student visas for the Spring 2026 intake.…

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Kenyan Woman in UK Caught on CCTV Attempting Arson
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Kenyan Woman in UK Caught on CCTV Attempting Arson

A Kenyan woman Magdaline Wangeci living in the United Kingdom has been sentenced after chilling Ring doorbell CCTV footage captured her attempting to set fire to her neighbour’s home in Ashford, Kent. Magdaline, a 49-year-old Kenyan former…

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Kenyan Actor Makes International Debut in UK Netflix’s Bridgerton
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Kenyan Actor Makes International Debut in UK Netflix’s Bridgerton

Kenyan actor Lenana Kariba has officially stepped onto the global stage after featuring in Bridgerton Season 4 on Netflix. The hit Regency-era drama, produced by Shondaland and set in early 19th-century England, premiered in January 2026…

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Kalonzo to Address Diaspora Kenyans in Major Events in USA
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Kalonzo to Address Diaspora Kenyans in Major Events in USA

Former Vice President and Wiper Patriotic Front leader Kalonzo Musyoka is set to make a historic visit to the United States. He will address Kenyan diaspora communities in three major events across the Washington DC, Silver Spring, and…

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Kenyan Man Josphat Mbugua Reported Missing in Atlanta, Georgia
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Kenyan Man Josphat Mbugua Reported Missing in Atlanta, Georgia

ATLANTA, GEORGIA (January 2026) — The Kenyan diaspora community in the United States is on high alert following the disappearance of Josphat Mbugua, a Kenyan man who has been reported missing in Atlanta, Georgia. According to information…

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Kenyan Mercenary Killed in Ukraine: Clinton Mogesa’s Story
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Kenyan Mercenary Killed in Ukraine: Clinton Mogesa’s Story

A 28-year-old Kenyan national, Clinton Nyapara Mogesa (born 1997), has been confirmed dead after fighting as a mercenary for the Russian military in the war-torn Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine. Ukrainian military intelligence (HUR)…

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Death Announcement: Paul Joseph Kaiga Passes Away in Atlanta
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Death Announcement: Paul Joseph Kaiga Passes Away in Atlanta

Atlanta, Georgia – January 27, 2026 — It is with profound sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Mr. Paul Joseph Kaiga, who passed away on January 27, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia, shortly after arriving…

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DV-2027 Diversity Visa Lottery Delayed or Cancelled? Update
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DV-2027 Diversity Visa Lottery Delayed or Cancelled? Update

The DV-2027 Diversity Visa Lottery — popularly known as the Green Card Lottery — has been indefinitely delayed and is currently on hold, triggering widespread concern among millions of applicants across Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin…

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Australia Job Scam Warning: Many Kenyans Affected
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Australia Job Scam Warning: Many Kenyans Affected

A growing number of Kenyan job seekers hoping to migrate to Australia are falling prey to sophisticated recruitment scams that promise high-paying jobs and fast-tracked visas — only to leave victims financially ruined, deported, or…

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Dirk and Jessica Nowitzki’s German, Swedish, Kikuyu Cultures
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Dirk and Jessica Nowitzki’s German, Swedish, Kikuyu Cultures

Dirk and Jessica Nowitzki’s marriage stands as a powerful example of how love can bridge continents, cultures, and traditions. Their family is a living fusion of German, Swedish, and Kenyan (Kikuyu) heritage, making them one of the most…

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Kenyan Businesswoman Robbed by Fake Police Officers in India
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Kenyan Businesswoman Robbed by Fake Police Officers in India

A Kenyan businesswoman has been robbed of ₹66.45 lakh (approximately KSh 9.3 million) in a shocking incident in Mumbai, India, after criminals posing as police officers intercepted her taxi and stole her cash. The robbery occurred on…

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A Father’s Pride- Dennis Kibet’s US Academic Journey Begins
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A Father’s Pride- Dennis Kibet’s US Academic Journey Begins

As Dennis Kibet prepares to begin a new academic chapter in the United States, his departure is marked not just by suitcases and boarding passes, but by pride, faith, and heartfelt family support. Dennis’ father, William Kiprotich, speaks…

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Popular Kikuyu Gospel Artist Muigai wa Njoroge Marries Third Wife
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Popular Kikuyu Gospel Artist Muigai wa Njoroge Marries Third Wife

Popular Kikuyu gospel musician Muigai wa Njoroge is once again trending across Kenya and the diaspora — and this time, it has nothing to do with his music. Reports emerging in late January 2026 claim that the outspoken gospel artist has…

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How to Enhance Financial Security for Kenyan Diaspora Families
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How to Enhance Financial Security for Kenyan Diaspora Families

Kenyan families living in the United States and abroad continue to face increasing financial pressure—rising living costs, medical emergencies, immigration uncertainties, and the responsibility of supporting relatives back home. While many…

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Sharia Free America: US Bills Seek to Block Islamic Law Influence
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Sharia Free America: US Bills Seek to Block Islamic Law Influence

A new political movement known as “Sharia Free America” is gaining traction in the United States, fueled by legislation introduced in late 2025 aimed at preventing any perceived influence of Islamic law (Sharia) within the American legal…

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Kenyan Mother Reunites with 10-Year-Old Son in Australia
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Kenyan Mother Reunites with 10-Year-Old Son in Australia

A touching reunion between a Kenyan mother and her young son has captured hearts across the diaspora. Emotional videos surfaced online showing their long-awaited embrace at an Australian airport. Therefore, the story moved many people.…

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Navigating the Visa Process: Rehema’s Successful First Attempt
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Navigating the Visa Process: Rehema’s Successful First Attempt

Rehema Wanjiku Mwangi’s journey to studying in the United States of America began with uncertainty. Like many aspiring international students, she was unsure whether the process would be as smooth as it appeared on paper. Before fully…

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Green Card Applicants for 2027 to Receive Significant Boost
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Green Card Applicants for 2027 to Receive Significant Boost

Green card applicants targeting Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 may be in for a major advantage, as recent U.S. immigration policy changes are expected to significantly expand the number of available employment-based permanent residence visas.…

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Too Many Kenyan Deaths in Diaspora: A Call for Action
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Too Many Kenyan Deaths in Diaspora: A Call for Action

The first few weeks of 2026 have witnessed a disturbing rise in reported deaths of Kenyans living in the diaspora, sending shockwaves across Kenyan communities in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Europe, and the Middle…

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Death Announcement: Mary Paul of Nottingham, United Kingdom
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Death Announcement: Mary Paul of Nottingham, United Kingdom

Kenyan Diaspora Mourns Beloved Daughter and Sister: It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that the family of Mary Paul of Nottingham, United Kingdom, announces her passing following a short illness while in hospital. Mary was the beloved…

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Kikuyu Genetic Makeup and True Origin: What DNA Studies Reveal
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Kikuyu Genetic Makeup and True Origin: What DNA Studies Reveal

The Kikuyu people (Agĩkũyũ), Kenya’s largest ethnic community, have long been classified as an Eastern Bantu-speaking group. However, modern DNA studies and anthropological research increasingly show that the Kikuyu are not a genetically…

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Tragic Story of Charles Wangari Who Died Fighting for Russia
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Tragic Story of Charles Wangari Who Died Fighting for Russia

The body of Charles Wangari, a Kenyan former footballer who died while fighting for the Russian Army, will not be repatriated to Kenya, according to multiple reports received in January 2026. Wangari, popularly known as “Leftie” in…

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