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Martin Olage

News Writer

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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Autopsy Confirms Allan Kamau Died by Hanging in Migori Police Cell
Kenya

Autopsy Confirms Allan Kamau Died by Hanging in Migori Police Cell

A man who was arrested in Kuria West, Migori County, has been found dead in a police cell less than 24 hours after being taken into custody.A post-mortem carried out at Migori Referral Hospital confirmed that Allan Ka…

Oct 3, 2025
Kenya’s Health Ministry Finds No Reported Autism Cases Related to Paracetamol Use
Kenya

Kenya’s Health Ministry Finds No Reported Autism Cases Related to Paracetamol Use

Kenya’s Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has confirmed that no cases of neurodevelopmental disorders linked to paracetamol use during pregnancy have been reported in the country.In a statement released on Thursday, 2…

Oct 3, 2025
Gachagua Vows to Sue Over Claims of Unpaid Ksh 25 Million Nairobi Apartment
Kenya

Gachagua Vows to Sue Over Claims of Unpaid Ksh 25 Million Nairobi Apartment

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has threatened legal action against a property company over claims that he unlawfully facilitated the occupation of a Ksh25 million apartment by a female associate without paym…

Oct 3, 2025
ODM Delays 20th Anniversary Event in Mombasa
Kenya

ODM Delays 20th Anniversary Event in Mombasa

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has postponed its main 20th anniversary event in Mombasa to 14–16 November 2025, moving it from the originally scheduled dates of 10–12 October.The decision was announced on Friday…

Oct 3, 2025
Why Kerarapon Is Emerging as a Cheaper Alternative to Karen
Real Estate

Why Kerarapon Is Emerging as a Cheaper Alternative to Karen

Kerarapon is experiencing a sharp rise in residential development, with flexible zoning laws and competitive land prices drawing increased interest from developers, professionals, and diaspora investors.Once a quiet a…

Oct 2, 2025
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Kenyan Women Turn to Water Vending to Meet Urban Demand for Clean Water
Lifestyle

Kenyan Women Turn to Water Vending to Meet Urban Demand for Clean Water

Two Kenyan women, Jackline Moraa and Ann Keziah, have successfully established water vending businesses, responding to growing demand for clean drinking water in urban and peri-urban areas.Jackline Moraa turned to wat…

Oct 2, 2025
Rising H-1B Visa Costs Push Kenyan Talent to Consider Canada and UK
Diaspora

Rising H-1B Visa Costs Push Kenyan Talent to Consider Canada and UK

A new executive order by US President Donald Trump has introduced a $100,000 (KSh12.9 million) fee for sponsoring H-1B visa applicants, significantly raising the cost for employers hiring foreign skilled workers.The H…

Oct 2, 2025
Kenyans Locate Family of Man Set for Unclaimed Cremation in London
Diaspora

Kenyans Locate Family of Man Set for Unclaimed Cremation in London

The family of George Mungai Karanja has been located in Kenya, days before authorities in London were due to carry out an unclaimed cremation following his death in early September.Mr Karanja died on 1 September 2025…

Oct 2, 2025
Kenyan Activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo Reportedly Abducted in Kampala
Kenya

Kenyan Activists Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo Reportedly Abducted in Kampala

Two Kenyan human rights activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were reportedly abducted on Wednesday in Kampala, Uganda, by unidentified armed men.The incident took place in the Kireka suburb, where the two had stopp…

Oct 2, 2025
DCI Denies Installing Spyware on Filmmakers’ Devices Linked to BBC Documentary
Kenya

DCI Denies Installing Spyware on Filmmakers’ Devices Linked to BBC Documentary

Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has denied claims that its officers installed surveillance software on devices belonging to four filmmakers linked to the BBC documentary Blood Parliament.The denia…

Oct 2, 2025
Ruto Launches Plan to Recruit 500 Athletes Into Military and Police
Sports

Ruto Launches Plan to Recruit 500 Athletes Into Military and Police

President William Ruto has announced the recruitment of 500 athletes into Kenya’s disciplined forces as part of a new government initiative to integrate sports into national service and provide structured career oppor…

Oct 2, 2025
Over 100 Newborn Deaths Reported in Kiambu During Doctors’ Strike
Kenya

Over 100 Newborn Deaths Reported in Kiambu During Doctors’ Strike

At least 136 infants and five mothers have died in Kiambu County hospitals since the doctors’ strike began five months ago, according to internal hospital data.Between May and August, Kiambu Level 5 Hospital reported…

Oct 2, 2025
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Kilifi Pupil Dies After Alleged Beating by Teacher at Gongoni Primary School
Kenya

Kilifi Pupil Dies After Alleged Beating by Teacher at Gongoni Primary School

A 15-year-old pupil at Gongoni Primary School in Junju, Kilifi County, has died following an alleged assault by her teacher during a classroom session.Anestine Tunje, a Grade 8 student, reportedly suffered a fatal hea…

Oct 2, 2025
Kenyan-Born Chef Introduces Mombasa Cuisine to American Food Scene
Diaspora

Kenyan-Born Chef Introduces Mombasa Cuisine to American Food Scene

In Houston, Texas, Kenyan-born chef Zayn Khalfan is introducing Coastal Kenyan cuisine to new audiences through her business, Mombasa Street Eats.Originally from Mombasa, Khalfan moved to the United States in 2006. Dr…

Oct 1, 2025
President Trump Challenges Ongoing US Military Operations in Kenya and Somalia
Kenya

President Trump Challenges Ongoing US Military Operations in Kenya and Somalia

President Donald Trump has questioned the value of continued US military operations in East Africa, urging a shift in focus towards internal security threats.Speaking to senior military officials at Marine Corps Base…

Oct 1, 2025
Kenyan Diaspora in the Netherlands Balances Opportunity with Cultural Adjustment
Diaspora

Kenyan Diaspora in the Netherlands Balances Opportunity with Cultural Adjustment

A growing number of Kenyan professionals and students are building careers and academic paths in the Netherlands, drawn by scholarship programmes and international opportunities, but facing challenges in adapting to D…

Oct 1, 2025
US Announces Major Hike in Visa and Immigration Fees Effective October 2025
Immigration

US Announces Major Hike in Visa and Immigration Fees Effective October 2025

The United States has introduced substantial increases to a wide range of immigration-related fees, including visa applications, border entry forms, and asylum filings, with most changes taking effect from October 202…

Oct 1, 2025
US Embassy in Nairobi Suspends Routine Media Operations Due to Funding Cuts
Immigration

US Embassy in Nairobi Suspends Routine Media Operations Due to Funding Cuts

The United States Embassy in Nairobi has limited its public communications following a federal government shutdown in Washington, suspending regular updates on social media platforms.Essential consular services, inclu…

Oct 1, 2025
KNBS Reports Spike in Mobile Calls and Data Usage as Mobile Money Transactions Decline
Kenya

KNBS Reports Spike in Mobile Calls and Data Usage as Mobile Money Transactions Decline

Internet usage and mobile voice traffic in Kenya rose sharply in the second quarter of 2025, according to new data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS).The information and communication sector recorded…

Oct 1, 2025
How the Quiet Rift Between Uhuru and Gachagua Threatens Opposition Unity
Kenya

How the Quiet Rift Between Uhuru and Gachagua Threatens Opposition Unity

A growing political rift between former President Uhuru Kenyatta and former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is straining Kenya’s opposition coalition, raising concerns over its unity ahead of the 2027 general electi…

Oct 1, 2025
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