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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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The Young Guns Behind Kenya’s CHAN Breakthrough
Sports

The Young Guns Behind Kenya’s CHAN Breakthrough

Kenya’s impressive and somewhat unexpected progression to the quarter-finals of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) has captured attention across the continent. Far from a lucky run, the Harambee Stars’ Group…

Aug 19, 2025
Matiang’i Taps into Kibaki-Uhuru Legacy Ahead of 2027 Bid
Kenya

Matiang’i Taps into Kibaki-Uhuru Legacy Ahead of 2027 Bid

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang’i has officially signaled his intention to run for the presidency in 2027. His campaign, which aims to win support from the influential Mt Kenya voting bloc, draws on est…

Aug 19, 2025
Ex-Siaya Assembly Clerk Shot Dead in Police Mix-up
Kenya

Ex-Siaya Assembly Clerk Shot Dead in Police Mix-up

Kisumu County is reeling from the death of Felix Olwero, the former Clerk of the Siaya County Assembly, who was fatally shot in a suspected case of mistaken identity during a break-in response at a local resort. The i…

Aug 19, 2025
Kenya's Diaspora Inflows Reach Ksh 657B, Setting New Annual Record
Diaspora

Kenya's Diaspora Inflows Reach Ksh 657B, Setting New Annual Record

Kenya’s economy is receiving strong support from its diaspora, as new data shows a sharp increase in remittances sent home by Kenyans living abroad. According to the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK), remittances hit a reco…

Aug 18, 2025
USCIS Processing Delays Stall Transition from H-1B to Permanent Residency
Immigration

USCIS Processing Delays Stall Transition from H-1B to Permanent Residency

The American dream is becoming increasingly difficult for skilled foreign workers seeking permanent residency, as growing delays in the United States’ employer-sponsored green card system threaten the country’s econom…

Aug 18, 2025
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How Jannifer Muthike Earns Sh250,000 Monthly Farming Black Soldier Flies
Kenya

How Jannifer Muthike Earns Sh250,000 Monthly Farming Black Soldier Flies

Jannifer Muthike’s journey reflects a combination of chance and determined ambition. Initially a reluctant student of entomology and parasitology, she has become a leading innovator in Kenya’s agriculture sector throu…

Aug 18, 2025
Kenyan Government to Launch App That Monitors Civil Servants
Kenya

Kenyan Government to Launch App That Monitors Civil Servants

The Kenyan government is preparing to launch a digital platform designed to monitor the performance of civil servants. The platform, set to go live by the end of October, aims to address persistent issues such as abse…

Aug 18, 2025
Ruto Claims Raila’s Presidency Would Mirror His Reform Agenda
Kenya

Ruto Claims Raila’s Presidency Would Mirror His Reform Agenda

President William Ruto and opposition leader Raila Odinga today appeared together to support key national reforms. Their joint appearance at a parliamentary group meeting in Karen brought together members of both the…

Aug 18, 2025
Nairobi’s Pavement Book Sellers Face Displacement in City Clean-Up Drive
Kenya

Nairobi’s Pavement Book Sellers Face Displacement in City Clean-Up Drive

A city-wide campaign to modernise Nairobi is putting pressure on one of its most beloved informal traditions: the pavement book vendors of Moi Avenue. For decades, these vendors have played a key role in promoting lit…

Aug 18, 2025
Kenya Moja: Youth-Led Movement Shakes Up 2027 Political Race
Kenya

Kenya Moja: Youth-Led Movement Shakes Up 2027 Political Race

A new political movement known as Kenya Moja is rapidly gaining momentum, presenting a direct challenge to the traditional power structures that have long shaped Kenya’s political system. Comprising a group of young…

Aug 18, 2025
Chief Justice Koome and Five Others Cleared as JSC Rejects Misconduct Claims
Kenya

Chief Justice Koome and Five Others Cleared as JSC Rejects Misconduct Claims

The independence of Kenya’s judiciary has received a major boost after the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) dismissed a series of petitions seeking the removal of six senior judges, including Chief Justice Martha Koo…

Aug 18, 2025
UDA Snubs Coalition Consensus, Fields Candidates in All 23 By-elections
Kenya

UDA Snubs Coalition Consensus, Fields Candidates in All 23 By-elections

Kenya’s ruling coalition is facing growing internal tensions after the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) announced plans to field candidates in all 23 parliamentary and ward by-elections scheduled for November. This mo…

Aug 18, 2025
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Harambee Stars Break 38-Year Jinx to Reach CHAN Quarter-Finals
Sports

Harambee Stars Break 38-Year Jinx to Reach CHAN Quarter-Finals

The Moi International Sports Centre Kasarani erupted in celebration on Sunday as the Harambee Stars secured a historic place in the quarter-finals of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN). Kenya’s 1-0 win over…

Aug 18, 2025
American Universities Struggle to Adapt to Declining International Enrollment
Immigration

American Universities Struggle to Adapt to Declining International Enrollment

US universities are grappling with a steep decline in international student enrollment, a trend driven by stricter immigration policies and a shrinking domestic student pool.According to a new report from the National…

Aug 17, 2025
Ruto to Meet Grammy Organisers in Key US Visit After Trump Re-election
Kenya

Ruto to Meet Grammy Organisers in Key US Visit After Trump Re-election

President William Ruto is preparing for a significant visit to the United States next month, timed to coincide with the United Nations General Assembly in New York. This trip is not just a diplomatic mission but a str…

Aug 17, 2025
Kuria Criticizes Duale Over Ethnic Remarks, Warns of Divisive Politics
Kenya

Kuria Criticizes Duale Over Ethnic Remarks, Warns of Divisive Politics

Former presidential advisor Moses Kuria has strongly condemned Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale over remarks that critics say fuel ethnic divisions. The response  stems from comments made by Duale in Garissa, which…

Aug 17, 2025
Raila Supports Demolition of Kisumu's 'Killer' Roundabout After Deadly Crash
Kenya

Raila Supports Demolition of Kisumu's 'Killer' Roundabout After Deadly Crash

A tragic bus accident at the Coptic Roundabout on the Kisumu-Kakamega highway, which claimed 27 lives, has sparked urgent calls for action on road safety in Kisumu County. The devastating crash has highlighted long-st…

Aug 17, 2025
Trump Administration to Tighten Scrutiny of "Good Moral Character" in Citizenship Process
Immigration

Trump Administration to Tighten Scrutiny of "Good Moral Character" in Citizenship Process

The Trump administration has implemented a major change to the naturalization process, requiring US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) officers to conduct a more detailed evaluation of applicants' "moral cha…

Aug 17, 2025
Nairobi’s Ride-Hailing Drivers: Overworked, Underpaid, and Juggling Multiple Apps
Kenya

Nairobi’s Ride-Hailing Drivers: Overworked, Underpaid, and Juggling Multiple Apps

Steve, an app-based driver in Nairobi for the past 18 months, reflects on the toll his job has taken on his life: “I barely have time to sleep or spend with my family. Sometimes, I’m so tired that I disconnect from li…

Aug 16, 2025
Kenyans Advised Against Overstaying US Visas
Immigration

Kenyans Advised Against Overstaying US Visas

The United States Embassy in Nairobi has issued a strong warning to Kenyan nationals regarding strict adherence to US visa rules.This comes as officials increase efforts to inform applicants about the importance of fo…

Aug 16, 2025
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