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Hi all and thanks for tuning in! Let's have conversations about life as a diaspora, investing back home while away, and what it's like to be a returnee. We'd love to hear about your diaspora and/or returnee experiences. Message us on IG, FB, YouTube, and TikTok @kenyan_diaspora_returnee and on Twitter @KE_Diaspora.

  1. 2023-08-17

    Episode 26 - Rental Property Management in Kenya

    In this episode, Ciru the Commercial Director at Mi Vida Homes, shares the property management services that ‎Mi Vida offers. This episode is beneficial to Kenyan locals & diaspora who have been wondering how to navigate the rental space. Have a listen and share with your family & friends because sharing is caring 😄. To learn more about Mi Vida, visit their website at https://www.mividahomes.com/.

    10 min

  2. 2023-08-08

    Episode 25 - Real Estate Buying in Kenya with Ciru of Mi Vida

    Have you been wondering how to safely invest in real estate back home but don't know where to start because of all the unfortunate stories you've heard about? Listen in as Ciru, a real estate specialist and former diaspora, shares how to go about it and the ongoing projects by Mi Vida. To learn more, visit the Mi Vida website at https://www.mividahomes.com/

    22 min

  3. 2023-07-26

    Episode 24 - The Village Girl: From a Diaspora & Returnee Perspective

    This book is for everyone! City/Village raised. Local/Diaspora. This book has similarities with many diaspora who migrate in search for a better life and the challenges they face when they have limited financial resources and/or face discrimination as minorities. Mary also shares nuggets on how women can be successful Board members. This section of the book is great for anyone who is returning home from the Western World and is wondering how to fit into Corporate Kenya. Grab yourself a copy and be inspired by how this village girl became the Group Exec Director at one of the largest financial institutions in East & Central Africa. Link to Nuria Store https://nuriakenya.com/product/the-village-girl-my-dream-life-and-legacy-by-mary-wangari/ Link to Soma Nami https://t.co/1pBISFCbKW Link to Amazon https://t.co/vCb6l7zI8F

    13 min

  4. 2023-06-26

    Episode 23 - How To Boost Diaspora Remittances & Investments In Africa

    In this episode, we reflected and shared our takeaways from the Global Forum for Remittances & Development Summit (GFRID) 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya. Listen in and let us know your thoughts on how we can all boost diaspora remittances and investments in Kenya. What are we doing great and what can we improve on? We'd love to hear from you. Our DMs are open.

    15 min

  5. 2023-04-01

    Episode 22 - Raising/Working With Persons With Disabilities in Kenya

    In this episode, Jaki Mathaga shared what it's like raising an autistic child in Kenya. She also highlighted the role of the church in connecting professionals to the parents/guardians of persons with disabilities. Jaki also encouraged diaspora who have expertise in working with special needs kids and adults to bring their much needed expertise back home. Jaki founded ADAT Foundation. You can reach out to her or provide your support through: Website: www.adatfoundation.org; Email: jmathaga@adatfoundation.org; MPESA: Paybill number 554871. The account name is anything you are donating towards (e.g. meds, food etc); PayPal: info@adatfoundation.org. Have a listen and share with your family and friends.

    1h 22m

  6. 2023-03-08

    Episode 21 - Shem's Diaspora Experience as a Jamaican Living in the U.S. & Then Kenya

    In this episode, Shem shared what it was like as an "Other" Black from Jamaica living in the USA and why she decided to relocate from the U.S. to Kenya. Shem also mentioned how she prepared for her move to Kenya, including her transition from a remote job in the States to working in Kenya. Are you a Caribbean living in Kenya? We'd love to hear your story too. DM us on IG, FB, YouTube, and TikTok @kenyan_diaspora_returnee and on Twitter @KE_Diaspora.

    35 min

  7. 2023-02-28

    Episode 20 - Diaspora Life in Germany by Dr. Wanjiru Stuhler, Specialist Orthodontist

    Listen in to Dr. Wanjiru's life in Germany where she studied orthodontics, worked as an orthodontist, and became a mother of 2 kids. Dr. Wanjiru lived in Germany for 17 yrs and returned back home to Kenya 3yrs ago. As an orthodontist, Dr. Wanjiru treats irregularities in the teeth and jaws. Her work goes above and beyond what dentists do. Here's how to find her: Kenya Orthodontics 2nd Floor, Muguga Green off Brookside Drive, Rivaan Centre Call: +254 709 662000 SMS +254 708 724875 Email: info@KenyaOrthodontics.com Website: https://kenyaorthodontics.co.ke/

    49 min

  8. 2023-02-21

    Episode 19 - Thriving As A Returnee In Kenya (Part 2)

    There are many entrepreneurship opportunities in Kenya and it's possible for a diaspora to succeed in business when they return home. Listen in as Mukami (a Startup & SME Consultant) and Cece (an Executive Leadership & Wellness Coach) share their entrepreneurship experiences and how to succeed as a returnee.

    44 min
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Hi all and thanks for tuning in! Let's have conversations about life as a diaspora, investing back home while away, and what it's like to be a returnee. We'd love to hear about your diaspora and/or returnee experiences. Message us on IG, FB, YouTube, and TikTok @kenyan_diaspora_returnee and on Twitter @KE_Diaspora.

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