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30/11/2025

✈️🌎DIASPORA HIGHLIGHT : BOB MWITI BUILDING PATHWAYS FOR KENYAN STUDENTS IN THE USA 🇰🇪🇺🇸

From Meru County to Tampa, Florida, Bob Mwiti has turned his personal journey abroad into a platform for opportunity.

Mwiti moved to the United States in 2009 to pursue a Master’s degree and later worked as an IT consultant with experience in corporate America. In 2017/2018, he founded Appstec America, a consulting firm providing guidance for Kenyans seeking graduate education in the U.S., particularly in IT and business-related fields.

Through the Kenya Airlift Program (KAP), Mwiti helps students navigate university applications, visas, funding, and relocation logistics. The program also provides IT training in in-demand areas like data science, ERP systems, and robotics process automation to prepare students for the U.S. job market.

His work has earned international recognition. In 2021, Mwiti received the International Council of Educational Professionals (ICEP) Global Impact Award, highlighting his contributions to educational access and diaspora-led support systems.

Why it matters: Bob Mwiti’s story demonstrates the power of diaspora initiatives using personal experience to create opportunities for others, bridging Kenyan talent with international education, and equipping the next generation with skills and mentorship to thrive abroad.

30/11/2025

Kenyan killed while fighting for Russian army

Documents shared with The Star indicate that Kenyan national Martin Macharia Mburu died on November 27, 2025, in an attack attributed to Ukrainian forces.

30/11/2025

🇺🇸 FOUR KENYANS SENTENCED IN TEXAS MARRIAGE FRAUD CASE

Four Kenyan nationals living in Houston were sentenced in a U.S. federal court after being found guilty of marriage fraud, visa fraud, and conspiracy to commit marriage fraud.

According to U.S. Justice Department records, Herman Ogoti, Alfonso Ongaga, Andrew Mokoro and Rebmann Ongaga were convicted after a seven-day trial. Investigators found that the group recruited and paid American citizens to enter sham marriages so they could obtain permanent residency and, in some cases, U.S. citizenship.

Alfonso Ongaga and Andrew Mokoro each received 16-month prison sentences, while Herman Ogoti and Rebmann Ongaga were sentenced to six months. The court also revoked the U.S. citizenship of Ogoti and Alfonso Ongaga, citing unlawful naturalization.

The case began in 2009 after two U.S. women were detained at the Houston Passport Office and later confessed they had been recruited to travel to Africa for fake weddings.
Authorities say the investigation involved USCIS, ICE and the U.S. State Department’s Diplomatic Security Service.

30/11/2025

🇰🇪 Kenyan Community in Victoria shines at Fed Square
The Kenyan diaspora turned up in full colour at this year’s African Music and Cultural Festival, showcasing traditional dances, vibrant cultural wear and the unbreakable spirit of home.
A beautiful celebration of identity, unity and East African heritage in the heart of Melbourne.

30/11/2025

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and his family celebrated his son Kevin's birthday in a joyous gathering, marking the special occasion with loved ones.

30/11/2025

𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗶𝗸𝗼𝗺𝗯𝗮 𝗮𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗖𝗔 𝘀𝗲𝗶𝘇𝗲𝘀 𝗞𝘀𝗵𝟱𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗸𝘀

A Chinese national was arrested at Nairobi’s Gikomba Market after the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) confiscated an estimated 65,000 counterfeit socks and assorted apparel valued at nearly Ksh50 million.

The seizure followed complaints from several international brands accusing the suspect of unlawfully using their trademarks. ACA officials launched investigations that led to the Thursday morning raid.

Read more: https://thekenyandiaspora.com/stories/5433/Chinese-national-arested-in-Gikomba-after-ACA-seizes-Ksh50-million-worth-of-counterfeit-socks

30/11/2025

Musalia Mudavadi’s son, Moses Mudavadi, weds Qillian Saiya in a glamorous wedding held at the Ulinzi Sports Complex in Lang’ata, Nairobi.

Fun fact - Qillian made headlines after emerging among the top performers in the KCSE exams.

30/11/2025

🇰🇪 UPDATE ON THE LATE FREDRICK KIPRONO’S REPATRIATION

New details have emerged regarding the ongoing arrangements for the repatriation of the late Frederick Kiprono, the Kenyan who passed away while working in Shreveport, Louisiana.

According to the latest communication from those coordinating the process, the repatriation is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 marking a major step toward bringing him home.

The organisers have also confirmed that the required payment to Bedford Funeral Home has been completed, with appreciation extended to the individuals who helped facilitate the transaction.

More updates on the final steps and travel arrangements will be shared once confirmed.
Meanwhile, the community is encouraged to continue keeping Frederick’s young family in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult period.

29/11/2025

A JOURNEY TO SURVIVAL BEGINS!!

Get ready for BUS 338, a gripping story of courage, chaos, and survival featuring Kenya’s finest stars: Serah N Teshna, Bilal Mwaura, Robert Agengo, Pascal Tokodi, and Godfrey Ojiambo.

🗓 Premiere: December 7, 2025
📍 Manchester, UK

🎟 Don’t miss this epic cinematic experience, limited seats available!

👉 Grab your ticket now: https://tkdgroup.zohobackstage.eu/BUS338MANCHESTERPREMIERE #/?lang=en

29/11/2025

At 62, James Kagambi Becomes First Kenyan to reach Summit of Mount Everest🇰🇪

🇰🇪 James Kagambi popularly known as KG is a seasoned mountain climber with over 30 years of experience, and in May 2022, he made history as the first Kenyan citizen to reach the summit of Mount Everest.

At 62, Kagambi approached the expedition with seriousness and discipline, relying on decades of mountaineering expertise to overcome the dangers of the world’s tallest peak. His successful climb came after a demanding 40-day journey to the summit of the 8,849-metre (29,032-foot) mountain.

Despite harsh weather, he carried a 15kg load containing an oxygen cylinder, protective clothing, and high-altitude gear. When he finally reached the peak, he took a moment to pray, captured the historic moment in photos, and immediately began his descent for safety.

Now 64 and living in Naro Moru, Central Kenya, Kagambi is a retired teacher whose passion for climbing began early. Born in 1960 in Karatina and raised in Naro Moru, he grew up involved in scouting and outdoor exploration. His first climbing attempt in 1983 at age 23 was difficult due to poor gear, but the experience sparked a lifelong love for the mountains.

Since then, Kagambi has climbed Mount Kenya over 200 times and Mount Kilimanjaro more than 100 times. In 2013, he marked Kenya’s 50th independence anniversary by raising a commemorative flag atop Mount Kenya.

James Kagambi’s Everest achievement remains a defining milestone for Kenya and a powerful testament to resilience, preparation, and passion proving that true adventure has no age limit.

29/11/2025

𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗿𝗶𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗮 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗲𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗻𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲

Authorities in Arizona have arrested a Kenyan woman accused of impersonating a registered nurse and using another person’s professional credentials to treat patients in multiple hospice settings.

Christine Nyambura Muturi, widely known as Christine Lewis, is facing a string of serious charges, including forgery, fraud schemes, practicing nursing without a valid license, and computer tampering.

Read more: https://thekenyandiaspora.com/stories/5426/Kenyan-woman-arrested-in-Arizona-for-allegedly-posing-as-nurse-

29/11/2025

𝗩𝗶𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗲𝗹: 𝗺𝗶𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝘂𝗯𝗮𝗶 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀

A disturbing pattern of violence against migrant ride-hailing drivers in Dubai is emerging, painting a grim picture of what many workers endure behind the city’s polished façade. What began as public outrage over the assault of a Kenyan cab driver has now revealed deeper, widespread dangers facing foreign drivers many of whom have been suffering in silence.

The latest incident involves a Ghanaian Uber driver who survived a brutal early-morning attack by a male passenger. Dashcam footage shows the passenger turning violent shortly after the trip began, repeatedly hitting the driver before attempting to strangle him inside the moving vehicle. The Ghanaian driver managed to fight free, escape the car and call police. The video, now circulating widely, has intensified public concern over the safety of migrant workers in Dubai’s transportation sector.

Read more: https://thekenyandiaspora.com/stories/5425/Violence-behind-the-wheel-migrant-drivers-in-Dubai-speak-out-on-rising-attacks