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NAIROBI, Kenya — A 27-year-old Chinese national, Zhang Kequn, has been arrested in Kenya after authorities discovered more than 2,200 live queen ants in his luggage at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in what investigators say…
NAIROBI, Kenya — President William Samoei Ruto has officially nominated Njoki Ndung’u as Kenya’s candidate for election to the bench of the International Criminal Court (ICC), positioning the veteran jurist to compete for one of the…
Authorities in South Australia have launched a Major Crime investigation into the death of Kenyan national Caleb Leriano, after detectives determined that the injuries he suffered were not consistent with a vehicle crash initially reported…
The California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) has cancelled the commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) of approximately 13,000 immigrant truck drivers, effective March 6, 2026, following federal compliance requirements. The cancellations…
The United States Department of State has officially finalized a new rule that reinstates the passport requirement for applicants entering the Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery Program, commonly known as the Green Card Lottery. The rule will…
The unexpected absence of Mojtaba Khamenei from major succession and loyalty rallies in early March 2026 has triggered widespread speculation about instability within the Iranian regime. Reports highlight Mojtaba Khamenei absent at key…
The Kenyan diaspora community in the United States and back home in Kenya is mourning the sudden death of Isaac Segera, a Kenyan-born soldier serving in the United States Army who passed away in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Segera, originally…
British-Kenyan singer Sarah Ikumu, widely known for her breakout performance on Britain’s Got Talent, has been appointed as a new Ambassador for Sanctuary UK, a faith-based charity that equips churches to provide mental health and…
LAKEWOOD, WASHINGTON — The Kenyan diaspora community in the United States is mourning the death of Margaret Wanjiku Njenga, a Kenyan woman originally from Nakuru County. She was found dead in her apartment in Lakewood, Washington, on…
The Government of Kenya has invited Kenyans living abroad to participate in shaping the country’s agricultural digital future through public submissions on two key draft policy frameworks. The call was issued by the Ministry of Agriculture…
A Kenyan-born woman who was once rejected from the Kenya Defence Forces due to height requirements has gone on to serve in one of the most demanding environments in the world. Mercy Koech, originally from Londiani in Kericho County, has…
Mercy Nyambura’s journey to pursuing a Master’s in Computer Science, specializing in Artificial Intelligence at the University of South Dakota, is a powerful story of persistence, growth, and strategic resilience. Hailing from Kiambu…
Reports emerging in early 2026 indicate growing tensions within Kenya’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) party after Winnie Odinga, daughter of the late opposition leader Raila Odinga, was accused of restricting access to the former Prime…
The Kenyan diaspora community in the United States has mobilized in support of Abedinecho Kyalo Katue. He is a 46-year-old Kenyan nurse and social media influencer. This support follows his recent arrest in Orlando, Florida. Community…
The body of Edna Mmbali Ombakho, a 31-year-old Kenyan Master’s student who had been missing in the United Kingdom for several weeks, has been discovered in a river in Berkshire. This development brings a tragic end to a case that had drawn…
NAIROBI, Kenya — March 6, 2026 — Dozens of Kenyans stranded in the United Arab Emirates have safely returned home after Kenya Airways successfully operated a special evacuation flight from Dubai to Nairobi on March 5, 2026, marking the…
Bryium Onyancha’s journey from Nyamira County, Kenya, to the United States is a story of early ambition, intentional research, and resilience. A graduate of Dedan Kimathi University with a degree in Computer Science, he is now set to…
The Kenyan diaspora community in the United States is mourning the sudden passing of Job Gichuru, a respected member of PCEA Neema Church in Lowell, Massachusetts (District 4). His unexpected death has left family, friends, and the wider…
A powerful new initiative aimed at combating gender-based violence (GBV) within communities is set to launch in Washington State through an inspiring event titled “A New Dawn: Blossoming Beyond Abuse.” The event will take place on March…
It is with deep sorrow that the family and friends announce the promotion to glory of Emily Wairimu Maina, a member of the Kenyan diaspora living in Salem, Oregon, USA, who passed away on February 27, 2026. Emily Wairimu Maina was a…
Kenyan track superstar Faith Kipyegon has been nominated for the 2026 Laureus World Sportswoman of the Year Award, marking her third consecutive nomination for one of the most prestigious honors in global sports. The nomination recognizes…
NEW YORK, USA — Kenyan-born educator Njeri Gachathi is gaining recognition in New York City’s independent school community for her innovative approach to early childhood education, using her cultural identity to promote empathy,…
From the quiet hills of Kirangi Village in Molo Constituency, Nakuru County, Harrison Gitau’s journey began in a modest rural setting shaped by discipline and ambition. He attended St. Brendan’s Primary School before joining Elburgon…
From Eldoret’s dusty tracks to the snowy landscapes of Finland, the story of Wilson Kirwa is one of resilience, reinvention, and remarkable achievement. A Kenyan-born Finnish middle-distance runner, author, and local politician, Kirwa’s…
