In 2014, the government developed a Diaspora Policy in recognition of the urgent need to mainstream the Kenyan diaspora into its national development process. "This policy has, therefore, been developed to facilitate a mutually beneficial relationship between the country and its diaspora." “For a long time, there has been mistrust among Kenyans abroad, Kenyans at home and the government. The director said a diaspora policy that was well functional was stopped in 1983. Kenya Diaspora Alliance Chairman Shem Ochuodho said the policy failed because 90 per cent of those handpicked were "government projects".

Source: The Star April 30, 2020 00:56 UTC