Women dominated diaspora support to Kenyan households, while men remained the largest senders of cash remittances.
By
Edna Mwenda
Business Reporter
Nation Media Group
More Kenyan women working and living abroad supported relatives and friends than men in 2025, underscoring their growing contribution to household welfare.
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