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What returning to Kenya taught me after living abroad for 13 years

By The Standard December 07, 2025

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What returning to Kenya taught me after living abroad for 13 years

People in Australia often ask me what it’s like being home, while people in Nairobi ask why I would ever leave Australia.Both questions are framed with the same fear of missing out as a child who sees that every other child around them has a lollipop except them.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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Both questions are framed with the same fear of missing out as a child who sees that every other child around them has a lollipop except them.Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekUncover the stories others won’t tell. Subscribe now for exclusive accessUnlock the Truth Now 》Unlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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