Samidoh’s estranged wife Edday Nderitu moved to the US with her three children in May 2023.
Her kids have since joined school in America while she has also looked for employment there.
A credible source close to the family told a local publication that Edday had applied for asylum in the US.
An asylum is a form of protection that allows individuals to remain in the United States instead of being deported to a country where they fear persecution or harm.
Under US law, people who flee their countries due to fear of persecution can apply for asylum, and if granted, they are given protection and the right to stay in the United States, referred to as asylees.
People seek asylum in the United States for a variety of reasons, primarily related to escaping persecution, violence, or other forms of harm in their home countries.
Women and members of the LGBTQ+ community may seek asylum to escape gender-based violence, including domestic violence, forced marriage, or persecution based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Seeking asylum is a legal process, and individuals must meet specific criteria and prove that they have a well-founded fear of persecution or harm in their home country to be eligible for asylum in the United States.
Asylum seekers often undergo a thorough screening and interview process to assess the validity of their claims.
The ability to work while seeking asylum is governed by U.S. immigration laws and regulations.
To work legally in the U.S. while their asylum application is pending, asylum seekers must apply for and obtain an Employment Authorization Document (EAD), also known as a work permit. This document allows them to work legally in the United States.
