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Dada Sarah Set for Major International Performance at Ngemi Cia Dallas

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Dada Sarah, a Kenyan Kikuyu comedian and content creator known for her humorous village mother characters, smiling during a performance appearance. Popular Kikuyu comedian and content creator Dada Sarah is celebrating a major milestone in her entertainment career after securing an international performance opportunity in the United States. She is now set to perform at the highly anticipated Ngemi Cia Dallas event. This marks another major step in her growing influence within the Kikuyu comedy scene and the wider Kenyan diaspora entertainment space. Dada Sarah, whose real name is Francis Waweru Maina, is widely known for her humorous skits. She is especially recognized for her unique portrayal of stereotypical Kikuyu village mothers. Her performances have earned her a loyal following across social media platforms. Fans appreciate her authenticity, humor, and ability to reflect everyday cultural experiences in a relatable way. Over the years, she has grown from humble beginnings into one...

Vicoty Cheruto Returns Home After a Year of Silence and Uncertainty in Lebanon

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Vicoty Cheruto from Ziwa, Soy Constituency, has returned home to Kenya after a difficult period in Lebanon. Vicoty Cheruto, a young woman from Ziwa in Soy Constituency, Uasin Gishu County, has finally returned home after a long and painful journey that kept her family in distress for months. She travelled to Beirut, Lebanon on 29 November 2023, leaving Kenya in search of better employment opportunities and a chance to support her family through work abroad. At the beginning of her stay in Lebanon, everything appeared to be normal. Vicoty was in contact with her family and seemed to be adjusting to life and work in a foreign country. Like many young Kenyans who travel abroad for domestic work opportunities, her hope was to build a better future and create stability for her loved ones back home. However, the situation changed in 2025 when communication with her family became inconsistent and eventually stopped completely. Her last known contact with her family was between April and May 2...

Erastus Mwangi Named 2026 Distinguished Young Professional in Lowell

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  Erastus Mwangi, Assistant to the Mayor of Lowell and a 2026 Distinguished Young Professional honoree. Photo:Greater Lowell  chamber of commerce. Erastus Mwangi has been selected as a 2026 Distinguished Young Professional in recognition of his public service, leadership, and community involvement in the City of Lowell. Mwangi currently serves as Assistant to the Mayor, a position in which he works closely with residents, community organizations, and various city departments to improve accessibility, responsiveness, and inclusivity within local government. Since joining the Mayor’s Office in 2022, he has served under three different mayors, becoming the first African to hold the role of Mayor’s Assistant in Lowell. Originally from Kenya, Mwangi earned an associate degree in Banking and Finance in Nairobi before relocating to the United States, where he continued his studies in Business Administration at Salem State University. In addition to his work in public service, Mwangi ...

Kenyan Community in Victoria Rallies to Support Michael’s Urgent Cancer Surgery Fundraiser

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The Kenyan community in Victoria, Australia, has come together in a heartfelt appeal to support one of their own, Michael, who is currently battling cancer and now urgently requires surgery following months of intensive treatment. Michael’s journey has been long and physically demanding. He has successfully completed 12 sessions of chemotherapy, a milestone that reflects both his resilience and determination to fight the disease. However, the treatment has come with severe side effects that have significantly affected his health and limited his ability to maintain consistent work. As a result, his family has been placed under growing financial pressure while trying to manage both medical and daily living expenses. Doctors have now advised that Michael undergo urgent surgery scheduled for June 15. The procedure is critical to his continued recovery and is estimated to cost more than $15,000. Even after the surgery, his treatment journey is expected to continue. Medical reports indicate ...

Ugandan Woman Sues American Husband Over Alleged Secret Marriage to Another Woman

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  Photo courtesy:Greg Cunningham pictured alongside his wife Rachael Kalule and another woman identified in court documents as Dorah Nampijja, amid an ongoing legal case in Kampala over alleged bigamy. A Ugandan woman has taken legal action against her American husband in a case that has now attracted widespread public attention both in Uganda and online. Rachael Kalule filed a case at the Family Court in Kampala accusing her husband, Greg Cunningham, of entering into another marriage while they were still legally married. According to reports surrounding the case, Kalule claims that Cunningham allegedly eloped with another woman identified as Dorah Nampijja despite their marriage remaining legally recognized. The couple reportedly have four children together, making the dispute even more emotional for those following the story. Kalule is said to have presented marriage records and other court documents to support her claims that their union had not been dissolved when the alleged ...

Kenya’s Forgotten Grandmaster: The Painful Story of Chrispin “Goj” Odhiambo

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 Chrispin Odhiambo ranked 5th in the world while still fighting for recognition at home. While Kenya is globally celebrated for producing world class athletes in athletics and long distance running, there is another Kenyan champion quietly making history in a completely different sport. His name is Chrispin “Goj” Odhiambo, a man who has conquered international Draughts competitions and earned respect across the world, yet remains painfully overlooked in his own country. Chrispin Odhiambo is currently ranked fifth in the world in Draughts according to the American Checker Federation ratings. He is also the only recognized Grandmaster in East Africa, a rare achievement that places him among the finest minds in the game internationally. His success has not come easily. It has taken years of discipline, sacrifice, intense training and countless journeys across borders carrying the Kenyan flag with pride. Over the years, Chrispin has represented Kenya in numerous international tournamen...

Family Questions Police Report After Sudden Death of Young Kenyan Woman in Australia

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The Sydney building where 25 year old Kenyan woman Sheila Jepkorir Chebii was reportedly found dead after allegedly falling from the 19th floor while working as a housekeeper at the Meriton Hotel. Her family is demanding answers as investigations into the mysterious incident continue. The sudden death of 25 year old Kenyan woman Sheila Jepkorir Chebii in Sydney, Australia, has sparked grief, confusion, and growing calls for answers from her family and members of the Kenyan community abroad. Sheila, who hailed from Eldoret, had only arrived in Australia about one month ago in pursuit of a better future. Family members say she was excited about beginning a new chapter in her life after securing a housekeeping job at the Meriton Hotel in Sydney. Relatives describe her as hardworking, focused, and full of hope as she adjusted to life in a foreign country. However, what was meant to be the beginning of a promising journey quickly turned into tragedy after Sheila was found dead under circums...