State Department for Diaspora Affairs

The State Department for Diaspora Affairs is one of the two state departments in the Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs. The State Department for Diaspora Affairs also abbreviated SDDA was established through a directive from H.E the President Dr. William Ruto in 2022 to address issues that concern Kenya’s Diaspora community. The Government of Kenya therefore intends to engage the Kenyan Diaspora in a more constructive, inclusive and productive manner to unlock and unleash their full potential.

State Department for Diaspora Affairs is dedicated to championing the protection of Kenya's Diaspora rights and welfare. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for Kenyans living abroad, enabling them to thrive and contribute to the development of our great nation.

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