Caption for the landscape image: The call of home: Why we come back every Christmas Sunday, December 07, 2025 Scroll down to read the article From left: Samuel Ndegwa, Tiberias Okanga, Gift Maseno and Collins Wafula. Photo credit: Nation Media Group By Michael Ochieng’ Article Related Why do Kenyans living abroad still return home every December, even when the journey is fraught with challenges? Air tickets are costly, flights long and crowded, and most people only get short breaks. PREMIUM Why I left the US to build a business in Nairobi What was meant to be a two-month visit for Sally Ngoje turned into a relocation. PREMIUM Why these Kenyans returned home after years abroad While life abroad often promises greater stability, exposure, and success, it also comes with its own set of challenges. Recommended for you PREMIUM The body count debate: When does a partner's past become a relationship concern? PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners PREMIUM Should I take cheaper loans abroad or invest in Kenya’s property market? PREMIUM When you seek ‘dudus’ at the Ondiri Swamp Login to join the discussion Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. In the headlines Elections News Counties Business Opinion Sports Life & Style Health Podcasts Photos Newsletters Puzzles PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners Nirmala Sankaran built a platform to help children face math with confidence instead of fear. IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad. PREMIUM Why tap water is turning green in homes around Lake Victoria Lake that feeds taps, fishermen and millions of livelihoods across East Africa is getting greener.
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