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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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Mbadi Accuses Uhuru of Betrayal After State House Reunion with Ruto
Kenya

Mbadi Accuses Uhuru of Betrayal After State House Reunion with Ruto

President William Ruto hosted former President Uhuru Kenyatta at State House on Friday, igniting intense speculation about the evolving political landscape in Kenya, particularly with the 2027 elections on the horizon…

Aug 3, 2025
Green Card Holders Hit by New Rules Targeting Fraudulent Family Petitions
Immigration

Green Card Holders Hit by New Rules Targeting Fraudulent Family Petitions

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has implemented new, stricter rules for family-based green card applications, effective immediately.The revised guidance, formalised in Volume 6 of the US…

Aug 2, 2025
Why Adding Milk to Your Managu or Omena is Not Good for You
Lifestyle

Why Adding Milk to Your Managu or Omena is Not Good for You

As Kenyan families increasingly embrace indigenous vegetables for their nutritional benefits and cultural significance, health experts are raising concerns that traditional cooking methods may be undermining their pot…

Aug 2, 2025
How ODM Plans to Use MoU with UDA to Forge 2027 Alliance
Kenya

How ODM Plans to Use MoU with UDA to Forge 2027 Alliance

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) are actively pursuing a comprehensive 10-point Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed earlier this year, with implications for the 2027…

Aug 2, 2025
Ruto’s 2027 Re-Election ‘Sealed’ After Uhuru Visit to State House—Cherargei
Kenya

Ruto’s 2027 Re-Election ‘Sealed’ After Uhuru Visit to State House—Cherargei

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta and President William Ruto met publicly on Friday, 1 August, at State House Nairobi, their first high-profile engagement since the contentious 2022 general election. The occasion was a…

Aug 2, 2025
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Former TV Anchor Sues Safaricom for Sh69 Million Over Voice Misuse
Kenya

Former TV Anchor Sues Safaricom for Sh69 Million Over Voice Misuse

Safaricom PLC, Kenya’s leading telecommunications provider, is embroiled in a High Court legal battle with Peter Oyier, a prominent media personality, over the alleged unauthorised use of his voice in its premium cust…

Aug 2, 2025
Kenya Celebrates CHAN 2024 Kickoff with Grand Opening in Nairobi
Kenya

Kenya Celebrates CHAN 2024 Kickoff with Grand Opening in Nairobi

East Africa has officially launched the African Nations Championship (CHAN) 2024, marking a significant moment as Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda jointly host the tournament, which began today. The echoes of "football's c…

Aug 2, 2025
Kisumu to Host Kenya Affordable Housing Conference on August 7–8
Real Estate

Kisumu to Host Kenya Affordable Housing Conference on August 7–8

Kisumu is preparing to host the fourth Kenya Affordable Housing Conference (KAHC 2025) on 7–8 August, as Kenya intensifies its efforts to address the country's persistent housing deficit. The conference, organised by…

Aug 1, 2025
Trump Spares Kenya as US Tariffs Hit 70 Nations Starting August 7
Business

Trump Spares Kenya as US Tariffs Hit 70 Nations Starting August 7

The Trump administration is set to implement significant tariff increases on numerous countries, effective August 7, as part of a sweeping overhaul of US trade policy. An executive order, signed by President Donald Tr…

Aug 1, 2025
US to Enforce In-Person Visa Interviews for Most Applicants Starting September 2
Immigration

US to Enforce In-Person Visa Interviews for Most Applicants Starting September 2

The United States has implemented stricter guidelines for non-immigrant visa applications, curtailing interview waiver eligibility, particularly for Kenyan applicants. These revised procedures, effective immediately…

Aug 1, 2025
No Toxic Sugar in Market, KEBS Assures Kenyans
Kenya

No Toxic Sugar in Market, KEBS Assures Kenyans

The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has vehemently denied claims of contaminated sugar circulating within the country. The agency issued a statement on 31 July, dismissing allegations of unsafe sugar as baseless and…

Aug 1, 2025
Ruto Hosts Uhuru, Mnangagwa at State House
Kenya

Ruto Hosts Uhuru, Mnangagwa at State House

President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta convened at State House, Nairobi, on Friday, in a display of unity aimed at bolstering regional efforts to achieve peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo (…

Aug 1, 2025
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Outering Road Under Siege: How Rival Gangs Turned a Matatu Stage into a War Zone
Kenya

Outering Road Under Siege: How Rival Gangs Turned a Matatu Stage into a War Zone

A wave of violence has swept through the Harmony 25 and 26 matatu stages along Outering Road, transforming the transport hub into a scene of conflict. The unrest, marked by coordinated attacks from armed youths, has l…

Aug 1, 2025
Nakuru Teen Convicted After Admitting to Killing 3-Year-Old Girl in Church
Kenya

Nakuru Teen Convicted After Admitting to Killing 3-Year-Old Girl in Church

Nakuru County is reeling from the conviction of an 18-year-old woman for the murder of a three-year-old girl at Shalom PCEA Church in Bahati on 22 June. Liz Njeri Mwangi, daughter of a congregant, pleaded guilty to th…

Aug 1, 2025
Prophet Owuor Denies Predicting August 2 Doomsday
Kenya

Prophet Owuor Denies Predicting August 2 Doomsday

The Ministry of Repentance and Holiness has strongly refuted claims circulating online that its founder, Prophet David Owuor, prophesied the world would end on 2 August 2025. The church released a statement on Friday…

Aug 1, 2025
No Drums, No Snacks: Dar es Salaam Enforces New Stadium Protocols for CHAN
Sports

No Drums, No Snacks: Dar es Salaam Enforces New Stadium Protocols for CHAN

Dar es Salaam is gearing up to host the opening of the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) tomorrow, but football enthusiasts should be aware of significant changes to stadium entry protocols. The tournament, a f…

Aug 1, 2025
Opposition Faces Nominations Crisis Ahead of By-Elections
Kenya

Opposition Faces Nominations Crisis Ahead of By-Elections

Kenya’s opposition is grappling with internal divisions as it prepares for 23 upcoming by-elections, a critical test of its ability to present a united front against President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwanza administratio…

Aug 1, 2025
Kenya’s Heritage Floors Make a Comeback as Parquet, Terrazzo and Concrete Gain Popularity
Real Estate

Kenya’s Heritage Floors Make a Comeback as Parquet, Terrazzo and Concrete Gain Popularity

A striking design trend is underway in Kenya's architectural landscape as parquet, terrazzo, and polished concrete flooring, previously relegated to older properties and institutional buildings, are being reimagined f…

Jul 31, 2025
Eat, Sip, Relax: How Lamu’s Ocean Eateries are Changing Coastal Tourism
Entertainment

Eat, Sip, Relax: How Lamu’s Ocean Eateries are Changing Coastal Tourism

A wave of floating restaurants and bars is redefining tourism in Lamu County, blending cultural preservation with innovative leisure. These establishments, which have emerged over the last two decades, now characteris…

Jul 31, 2025
Who Can Apply for Canada’s 2025 Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program?
Immigration

Who Can Apply for Canada’s 2025 Parent and Grandparent Sponsorship Program?

Canada has reignited its commitment to family reunification by reopening the Parents and Grandparents Program (PGP) for the 2025 intake.This offering Canadian citizens and permanent residents the opportunity to sponso…

Jul 31, 2025
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