The Kenyan government has evacuated 15 of its citizens from Iran through Türkiye.
This was confirmed by Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu, who said the evacuees were scheduled to arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Sunday morning, March 22.
In a statement, she said a multi-agency team has activated emergency protocols across Kenya’s missions in the region amid the escalating crisis.
“Following this, the State Department for Diaspora Affairs, working with Kenya Missions in Ankara and Tehran, has facilitated the evacuation of 15 Kenyans from Iran via Tiirkiye. The evacuees are expected to arrive in Kenya in the early hours of Sunday, March 22, 2026,” she said.
Kenyans in distress have also been urged to contact the nearest Kenyan Mission or reach the State Department for Diaspora Affairs through its emergency hotline, WhatsApp line or official email
“Kenyans in distress should contact the nearest Kenyan Mission or reach the State Department for Diaspora Affairs through: Hotline: +254 207 876 000 WhatsApp: +254 114 757 00”, she added.
They should strictly follow guidance issued by Kenyan Embassies, host governments, and official communication channels.
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