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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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Government Responds to Allegations of Fake Boda Bodas at State House Youth Forum
Kenya

Government Responds to Allegations of Fake Boda Bodas at State House Youth Forum

The government has responded to growing concerns over allegations that fake boda bodas were issued during President William Ruto’s recent youth empowerment forum at State House in Nairobi.Young participants claim they…

Aug 16, 2025
Separated at Birth: Kakamega Women to Sue Hospital Over 1999 Newborn Mix-Up
Kenya

Separated at Birth: Kakamega Women to Sue Hospital Over 1999 Newborn Mix-Up

In 2019, Kenya was captivated by the story of two young women, Sharon Mathias and Melon Lutenyo, who discovered through DNA tests that they were identical twins separated at birth. Now, nearly two decades after the ho…

Aug 16, 2025
Nyakach Mourns 22 in Mass Funeral After Kisumu Bus Crash That Claimed 26 Lives
Kenya

Nyakach Mourns 22 in Mass Funeral After Kisumu Bus Crash That Claimed 26 Lives

A somber mood hangs over the hills of Nyakach today as the community comes together for a mass funeral, mourning the loss of 22 lives in a devastating bus accident. The victims are being laid to rest in a joint ceremo…

Aug 16, 2025
Investing in Kenya’s Mortgage Market: Tips for Consistent Income
Real Estate

Investing in Kenya’s Mortgage Market: Tips for Consistent Income

As Kenya’s investment landscape evolves, more individuals are turning to mortgage-based investments to increase their incomes. With rising interest rates, investors are seeking alternatives to traditional options like…

Aug 16, 2025
China Launches K Visa to Attract Global STEM Talent
Immigration

China Launches K Visa to Attract Global STEM Talent

China is set to introduce a new visa aimed at attracting young professionals in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) from around the world. The K visa, which will take effect on October 1, marks a…

Aug 15, 2025
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Kenyan Journalist Leads Fight to Save US Community TV
Diaspora

Kenyan Journalist Leads Fight to Save US Community TV

A young Kenyan journalist is leading efforts to save Prince George’s Community Television (CTV) amid ongoing budget cuts.Noel James Okoth, 24, has become a key advocate for the station, which has served the community…

Aug 15, 2025
Tragedy as Two Children Drown During Nyali Family Vacation
Kenya

Tragedy as Two Children Drown During Nyali Family Vacation

A family holiday in Nyali, Mombasa, turned tragic after two sisters, aged 13 and 9, drowned in a swimming pool at a serviced apartment complex. The incident occurred at a popular holiday apartment along Mt Kenya Road…

Aug 15, 2025
Let Counties Work, Raila Tells Senate Over Governor Summonses
Kenya

Let Counties Work, Raila Tells Senate Over Governor Summonses

ODM leader Raila Odinga has called for sweeping reforms to strengthen oversight structures and ensure fairer distribution of resources. Speaking at the 2025 Devolution Conference in Homa Bay, Raila delivered a sharp c…

Aug 15, 2025
Kalonzo Hints at Political Alliance with Sifuna Following Recent Meeting
Kenya

Kalonzo Hints at Political Alliance with Sifuna Following Recent Meeting

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has signalled the possibility of a major political realignment after holding a closed-door meeting with ODM Secretary-General Edwin Sifuna in Kwale County.Kalonzo described the meeti…

Aug 15, 2025
Man Sentenced to Prison for Stabbing Lover’s Rival Over Affair
Kenya

Man Sentenced to Prison for Stabbing Lover’s Rival Over Affair

Nakuru is dealing with the aftermath of a tragic domestic incident after a local security guard, Cyrus Rono, was convicted of murder for killing Moody Mukutsa.The incident took place last August at Rono’s home in Lane…

Aug 15, 2025
DCP Has No MP, Can’t Deliver – Mudavadi Says
Kenya

DCP Has No MP, Can’t Deliver – Mudavadi Says

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has dismissed former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua’s Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) as a political outfit without any real meaningful influence, urging residents of…

Aug 15, 2025
Kisumu Nuns Secure Landmark Victory in School Ownership Battle
Kenya

Kisumu Nuns Secure Landmark Victory in School Ownership Battle

A long-running legal dispute over the ownership of Our Lady of Grace School in Kajulu, Kisumu County, has ended with a decisive victory for the Franciscan Sisters of St Ann, Lwak.In a judgement delivered this week, th…

Aug 15, 2025
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Ruto Turns Homa Bay into a Model of National Unity and Development
Kenya

Ruto Turns Homa Bay into a Model of National Unity and Development

Homa Bay County is undergoing a notable transformation. Under President William Ruto’s administration, the county is receiving renewed attention and investment. For years, Homa Bay, located on the shores of Lake Victo…

Aug 15, 2025
Westlands Skyline to Grow Taller with New Hotel Residence
Real Estate

Westlands Skyline to Grow Taller with New Hotel Residence

The upscale district of Westlands is set to welcome a major addition to its skyline as CityBlue Hotels unveils plans for Le Mirage Residences, a luxury residential hospitality development in partnership with SMB Prope…

Aug 14, 2025
US Green Card Holders Face New Rules on Taxes, Property, and Marriage Checks
Immigration

US Green Card Holders Face New Rules on Taxes, Property, and Marriage Checks

Holders of the United States green card, officially known as lawful permanent residents, are facing increased scrutiny as the country implements new immigration policies. For the approximately 13 million green card ho…

Aug 14, 2025
US Targets Kenya and Other African Nations Over Ties to Cuba’s Medical Programme
Kenya

US Targets Kenya and Other African Nations Over Ties to Cuba’s Medical Programme

The United States has intensified pressure on several African countries, including Kenya, over their involvement in Cuba’s controversial medical export programme. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the US w…

Aug 14, 2025
Kenyan Engineer Escapes Rebel Abduction in South Sudan
Diaspora

Kenyan Engineer Escapes Rebel Abduction in South Sudan

A Kenyan engineer has returned home safely after surviving a rebel attack in South Sudan that killed his colleague.Richard Matiangi, working with the Holy Trinity Church in Morobo County, was abducted on July 30 while…

Aug 14, 2025
Ruto Announces Rare Joint Meeting Between Kenya Kwanza and ODM MPs on August 18
Kenya

Ruto Announces Rare Joint Meeting Between Kenya Kwanza and ODM MPs on August 18

Lawmakers from the ruling United Democratic Alliance (UDA) and the opposition Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) are set to meet next week to discuss closer cooperation. The meeting, confirmed by President William Ruto…

Aug 14, 2025
What SportPesa Winner Bonnie Kamau Could Do With His Sh424M Fortune
Entertainment

What SportPesa Winner Bonnie Kamau Could Do With His Sh424M Fortune

Kenya's betting industry is once again drawing national attention following a record-breaking win by accountant Bonnie Kamau, who claimed the SportPesa Mega Jackpot, earning Ksh424.6 million (approximately £2.5 millio…

Aug 14, 2025
IEBC Defends November By-Elections as Sifuna Cites Constitutional Breach
Kenya

IEBC Defends November By-Elections as Sifuna Cites Constitutional Breach

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is at the center of a growing controversy over its decision to hold by-elections on 27 November. The move has drawn sharp criticism from several political lea…

Aug 14, 2025
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