Fifteen Kenyans evacuated from Iran due to the ongoing conflict in the region arrived safely at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on Sunday morning, the State Department for Diaspora Affairs confirmed.
The group, which transited through Türkiye before returning to Kenya, was received by officials led by Peter Burugu, representing Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu.
Support and Reintegration
Upon arrival, the evacuees were debriefed and provided with immediate psychosocial support. They were then reunited with their families, ensuring both their safety and wellbeing following the tense evacuation.
Government Facilitation
The evacuation was coordinated by the Kenyan government through the State Department for Diaspora Affairs and Kenya’s diplomatic missions in Tehran and Ankara. Officials highlighted that the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to safeguard Kenyan citizens abroad amid international conflicts and crises.
The successful evacuation underscores Kenya’s commitment to protecting its diaspora while responding swiftly to global emergencies that may affect its citizens.
