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Martin Olage

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Martin Olage is a news writer at Mwakilishi, covering Kenyan, diaspora and international news. He joined Mwakilishi in 2023 and writes daily on the stories shaping Kenya and its diaspora.

His reporting runs from politics and current affairs at home to immigration policy, work opportunities and community life abroad.

He aims to keep Kenyans everywhere connected to the news that affects them, wherever they are.

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Kenya Turns to Egypt for Defence Manufacturing Expertise
Kenya

Kenya Turns to Egypt for Defence Manufacturing Expertise

Kenya has taken steps to strengthen cooperation with Egypt in defence manufacturing following a high-level visit by senior Kenyan security officials to Cairo on 20 December.The delegation was led by Major General Faus…

Dec 21, 2025
Inside the Nairobi Agribusiness Scam That Cost an American Investor Millions
Diaspora

Inside the Nairobi Agribusiness Scam That Cost an American Investor Millions

The High Court has rejected a Nairobi businessman’s request to stop his arrest and prosecution over alleged involvement in a large-scale fraud linked to an American investor.In its ruling, the court held that the Dire…

Dec 21, 2025
Gachagua Woos Diaspora as DCP Plans Global Expansion
Kenya

Gachagua Woos Diaspora as DCP Plans Global Expansion

Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua has moved to strengthen the Democratic Change Party’s presence abroad, placing diaspora mobilisation at the centre of its political strategy.Gachagua hosted leaders of the part…

Dec 21, 2025
Kenya Uses Airline Travel Records to Disrupt Recruitment of Citizens into Russian Military
Diaspora

Kenya Uses Airline Travel Records to Disrupt Recruitment of Citizens into Russian Military

Kenya is using airline travel records to investigate and disrupt networks recruiting its citizens into the Russian military, a move that has already led to the rescue and repatriation of 18 nationals.Prime Cabinet Sec…

Dec 21, 2025
Proposed H-1B Wage Increase Aims to Limit Foreign Hiring and Protect US Jobs
Immigration

Proposed H-1B Wage Increase Aims to Limit Foreign Hiring and Protect US Jobs

The US Department of Labor has submitted a proposal to the Office of Management and Budget that would tighten wage requirements for foreign workers employed through the H-1B visa programme and permanent labour certifi…

Dec 20, 2025
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Dutch Embassy Raises Alarm Over High-Rise Construction Damaging Kileleshwa Infrastructure
Kenya

Dutch Embassy Raises Alarm Over High-Rise Construction Damaging Kileleshwa Infrastructure

Nairobi City County has ordered developers of high-rise buildings in Kileleshwa to repair damage caused to public infrastructure, following complaints over blocked sewer lines, flooding, and environmental pollution.Th…

Dec 20, 2025
Kenyan Diaspora in South Africa Urged to Respect Immigration Laws
Diaspora

Kenyan Diaspora in South Africa Urged to Respect Immigration Laws

South Africa recently deported seven Kenyan nationals following an immigration raid in Johannesburg, after authorities found them working in violation of their visa conditions.The Department of Home Affairs said the i…

Dec 20, 2025
Treasury Opens Public Consultation on Draft 2026 Budget Policy Statement
Kenya

Treasury Opens Public Consultation on Draft 2026 Budget Policy Statement

The National Treasury has released the Draft 2026 Budget Policy Statement for public consultation, inviting written submissions before it is finalised and tabled in Parliament.The draft outlines the government’s fisca…

Dec 20, 2025
Wanga Defends ODM–Ruto Deal Amid Internal Party Pressure
Kenya

Wanga Defends ODM–Ruto Deal Amid Internal Party Pressure

Senior leaders of the Orange Democratic Movement have said that the party’s cooperation with the ruling United Democratic Alliance will continue only if the terms of their agreement are respected, including protection…

Dec 20, 2025
Embu Senator Opposes DP Expulsion Over Support for UDA's Wamuthende in Mbeere North
Kenya

Embu Senator Opposes DP Expulsion Over Support for UDA's Wamuthende in Mbeere North

Embu Senator Alexander Munyi Mundigi has rejected moves by the Democratic Party of Kenya (DP) to expel him over claims that he supported a rival candidate in a recent by-election.The party accuses the senator of campa…

Dec 20, 2025
IEBC Announces Key Dates for February 2026 By-Elections
Kenya

IEBC Announces Key Dates for February 2026 By-Elections

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) has set 26 February 2026 as the date for four by-elections in Isiolo, Embu and Kakamega counties.In a gazette notice dated 19 December, IEBC Chairperson Erust…

Dec 20, 2025
Kenyan Embassy Advises Citizens in Saudi Arabia to Comply With Travel Regulations Ahead of Holidays
Diaspora

Kenyan Embassy Advises Citizens in Saudi Arabia to Comply With Travel Regulations Ahead of Holidays

The Kenyan Embassy in Riyadh has advised citizens in Saudi Arabia to comply fully with immigration and labour regulations before travelling during the festive season.In a statement issued ahead of the holiday period…

Dec 19, 2025
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Ndindi Nyoro Earns Second Master’s Degree Weeks After UoN Graduation
Kenya

Ndindi Nyoro Earns Second Master’s Degree Weeks After UoN Graduation

Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has earned a second master’s degree, completing two postgraduate economics programmes within the same academic year.Nyoro graduated on Friday from Kenyatta University with a Master’s in Economic…

Dec 19, 2025
Why Some Kenyans Shy Away from Family Reunions During Festive Season
Lifestyle

Why Some Kenyans Shy Away from Family Reunions During Festive Season

For many Kenyans, the Christmas season is marked not by celebration but by grief, pressure, and painful memories. What should be a time of joy for family and community instead becomes a reminder of loss, unmet expecta…

Dec 19, 2025
High Court Orders Seizure of Sh76 Million Assets Linked to Former Kiambu Governor Waititu
Kenya

High Court Orders Seizure of Sh76 Million Assets Linked to Former Kiambu Governor Waititu

The High Court has ordered the forfeiture of assets worth Sh76.2 million linked to former Kiambu governor Ferdinand Waititu, following a ruling on corruption allegations and unexplained wealth.The court also directed…

Dec 19, 2025
Trump Administration Moves to Suspend Diversity Immigrant Visa Program Over Security Concerns
Immigration

Trump Administration Moves to Suspend Diversity Immigrant Visa Program Over Security Concerns

The Trump administration has moved to suspend the Diversity Immigrant Visa Programme, also known as the Green Card Lottery, following concerns over national security.In a statement on X, Homeland Security Secretary Kr…

Dec 19, 2025
Nairobi Court Upholds Dismissal of Teacher Accused of Sexual Harassment
Kenya

Nairobi Court Upholds Dismissal of Teacher Accused of Sexual Harassment

The Employment and Labour Relations Court has upheld the dismissal of a secondary school teacher accused of sexually harassing a pupil.Justice Hellen Wasilwa ruled that the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) acted lawf…

Dec 19, 2025
Kenya Caught in the Crossfire of US-South Africa Diplomatic Dispute
Kenya

Kenya Caught in the Crossfire of US-South Africa Diplomatic Dispute

South Africa has deported seven Kenyan nationals linked to a United States programme, prompting a sharp exchange between Washington and Pretoria while Nairobi remains silent.The confrontation intensified after US Secr…

Dec 19, 2025
Ruto Congratulates David Munyua’s Historic Win at World Darts Championship
Sports

Ruto Congratulates David Munyua’s Historic Win at World Darts Championship

Kenyan darts player David Munyua made history with a stunning 3–2 comeback victory over Belgium’s Mike De Decker at the 2025 PDC World Darts Championship in London. Munyua, who was two sets down, secured the win with…

Dec 19, 2025
Teenager Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Killing Three-Year-Old at Nakuru Church
Kenya

Teenager Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Killing Three-Year-Old at Nakuru Church

An 18-year-old student has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the murder of a three-year-old girl at a Nakuru church earlier this year. The sentence, handed down on 18 December, follows the teenager’s guilty ple…

Dec 19, 2025
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