Asylum Denied

Discover the gripping narrative of Asylum Denied by David Ngaruri Kenney, published by University of California Press in 2009. This compelling book spans 360 pages and takes readers on a harrowing journey through the complex world of U.S. immigration processing. Kenney, a political refugee, shares his chilling experiences of near-murder, imprisonment, and torture in Kenya, followed by a perilous escape to the United States.

As he navigates the challenging landscape of U.S. immigration law, Kenney faces numerous obstacles and the relentless efforts of government agencies to deport him back to the very country from which he fled. Asylum Denied is not just a personal story; it’s a poignant exploration of civil rights, human rights, and the struggles of immigrants in the U.S. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the realities faced by political refugees and the complexities of emigration and immigration law.