
Amos Orwa, a US-based Kenyan nurse, has opened a discussion on why many Africans who relocate to the United States turn to nursing, even when they already hold degrees in fields such as engineering, education, banking and commerce. According to Tuko, Orwa shared his perspective on the trend among Kenyan and other African migrants, highlighting the shift from their original professions into healthcare careers after moving to America.
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