The U.S. offers several visa categories under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) for Kenyans pursuing academic or vocational studies in the United States. The […]
Kenya
Kenya’s Gen Z Uprising: Impact of The Finance Bill Protests
In June 2024, Kenya witnessed a historic surge of youth-led activism as Generation Z took to the streets, culminating in the storming of Parliament. Sparked […]
Kenyan American Foreign Relations
Kenyan Americans Head to the 2024 U.S. Presidential Elections
With the U.S. presidential election just eight days away, Kenyan Americans are watching closely as former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris vie […]
Kenyan American Foreign Relations
Kenyan American remittances: a pillar of Kenya’s Economic Growth
Kenyan Americans and Kenyans living in the U.S are increasingly at the heart of Kenya’s economic development, with their remittances becoming a key source of […]
Culture
Kenya Calling: A Journey into Africa’s Heart of Adventure and Warmth
You simply can’t be told some things in life—you must experience them. As a Kenyan American, I could tell you about the wonders awaiting you […]
Kenya
Kenya Rising: Building Economic Strength through Trade, Innovation, and Global Diaspora Connections
As 2024 unfolds, Kenya finds itself at a pivotal crossroads, stepping up as a powerhouse in Africa’s economic landscape, particularly within East Africa.
Kenyan American Foreign Relations
Kenyan Diaspora Voting: Evolution, Challenges, And the Road Ahead
The Kenyan Constitution of 2010 was a transformative document that set the stage for a more inclusive electoral system, explicitly granting all citizens the right […]
Kenyan American
From KDF Rejection to U.S. Military Success Stories
In Kenya, dreams of military service are deeply ingrained, symbolizing honor, duty, and a pathway to national pride. For Caroline Omboto and Winnie Adipo, the […]
Kenyan American
Kenya’s Vice-Presidential Impeachment Impact on Kenyan Americans
On October 17, 2024, Kenyan lawmakers voted to impeach Vice President Rigathi Gachagua, a move that has significant implications not only for the domestic political […]
Kenyan American Foreign Relations
Kenyan Americans: Shaping U.S. Politics and Policy Today
The story of Kenyan American influence on U.S. politics is as varied as it is impactful, reflecting a narrative that combines personal ambition, community advocacy, and international diplomacy.
Culture
Differences Between Kenyan and American Social Customs
While historically interconnected, Kenya and the United States display distinct cultural and social differences that influence everything from family dynamics to governance and legal matters. […]
Culture
Xenia Manasseh: From Nairobi’s Heartbeat to Global R&B Sensation
The first time I met Xenia Manasseh, she was a passenger in my Uber car on Mass Ave in Boston. Back then, we were both […]
Kenyan American Foreign Relations
Kenya’s Bold Peacekeeping Move: Stabilizing Crisis in Haiti
Kenya’s decision to deploy police officers to Haiti has sparked a complex and nuanced debate within the international community and the Kenyan American diaspora. The […]
Culture
Top Dining Spots for Food Lovers Visiting Nairobi
Every time I land in Nairobi, my itinerary revolves around exploring the city’s vibrant food scene and uncovering new dining spots. This past summer, my […]
Kenya / Kenyan American
Top Dining Spots for food lovers visiting Kisumu – Dala Pacho
No visit to Kenya is complete without a journey into the countryside, and for me, that drive always leads to my ancestral home in Kisumu—Dala […]