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US student-aid fraud cases include Kenyan defendants

Five defendants face charges in separate cases involving allegedly stolen identities and federal education funds.

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Source: Citizen Digital · Original report: 2026-10-30
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Citizen Digital reports that prosecutors put combined intended losses at roughly US$2.9 million, or KSh376 million. Two defendants are Kenyan nationals, according to the report. The accusations concern alleged fraudulent student-aid applications and money transfers; charges are allegations and do not establish guilt.

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This report is a summary prepared by Sky ABC Radio. Information may develop after publication.

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