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USAID’s Funding Relationship with Kenya: History, Trump-Era Suspension Impacts, and Future Outlook

March 5, 2025March 4, 2025

For over sixty years, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has played a pivotal role as a key development partner for Kenya. The […]

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What’s Next After Raila Odinga’s Failed Bid for AU Commission: Consequences for Kenya, Africa, and Kenyan-American Diaspora
Africa / Kenyan American

What’s Next After Raila Odinga’s Failed Bid for AU Commission: Consequences for Kenya, Africa, and Kenyan-American Diaspora

March 3, 2025March 3, 2025

The ambitious campaign by Kenya’s seasoned opposition stalwart, Raila Odinga, to clinch the Chairperson position of the African Union Commission (AUC) in February 2025 turned […]

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Embracing Change: America’s Journey in an Unpredictable Era
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Embracing Change: America’s Journey in an Unpredictable Era

March 1, 2025March 3, 2025

The United States, a nation constantly in motion, is a product of the ebb and flow of its populace and the forces shaping it both […]

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Kenya Calling: A Journey into Africa’s Heart of Adventure and Warmth
Culture

Kenya Calling: A Journey into Africa’s Heart of Adventure and Warmth

October 25, 2024November 1, 2024

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 […]

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From KDF Rejection to U.S. Military Success Stories
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From KDF Rejection to U.S. Military Success Stories

October 21, 2024October 31, 2024

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 […]

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Kenya’s Vice-Presidential Impeachment Impact on Kenyan Americans
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Kenya’s Vice-Presidential Impeachment Impact on Kenyan Americans

October 19, 2024October 30, 2024

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 […]

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Differences Between Kenyan and American Social Customs
Culture

Differences Between Kenyan and American Social Customs

October 16, 2024November 1, 2024

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. […]

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Xenia Manasseh: From Nairobi’s Heartbeat to Global R&B Sensation
Culture

Xenia Manasseh: From Nairobi’s Heartbeat to Global R&B Sensation

October 15, 2024November 1, 2024

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 […]

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Top Dining Spots for Food Lovers Visiting Nairobi
Culture

Top Dining Spots for Food Lovers Visiting Nairobi

October 10, 2024November 1, 2024

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 […]

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Top Dining Spots for food lovers visiting Kisumu – Dala Pacho
Kenya / Kenyan American

Top Dining Spots for food lovers visiting Kisumu – Dala Pacho

October 9, 2024October 29, 2024

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 […]

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Kenya’s Housing Levy: Examining the Impact of the Finance Bill
Kenya / Kenyan American

Kenya’s Housing Levy: Examining the Impact of the Finance Bill

October 5, 2024October 29, 2024

Kenya’s Parliament made headlines in June 2024 when it passed the Finance Bill, which stirred public debate and sparked numerous protests. The bill has drawn […]

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Abductions in Kenya Highlight Human Rights Concerns
Kenya / Kenyan American

Abductions in Kenya Highlight Human Rights Concerns

October 4, 2024October 29, 2024

Kenya, a country known for its vibrant political landscape and regional influence, is currently grappling with a growing crisis: a surge in enforced disappearances, arbitrary […]

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Kenyan Doctor Named First Black President of Minnesota Medical Association
Culture

Kenyan Doctor Named First Black President of Minnesota Medical Association

October 3, 2024November 1, 2024

Dr. Edwin Bogonko, a Kenyan-born physician, has made history by becoming the first Black president of the Minnesota Medical Association (MMA).

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Kenyan Americans: A Journey of Culture and Resilience
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Kenyan Americans: A Journey of Culture and Resilience

October 1, 2024November 1, 2024

Kenyan Americans are a vibrant and dynamic community, bringing together the rich traditions of Kenya with the diverse cultural fabric of the United States. This […]

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