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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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US Mayor Arrested Attempting to Enter Immigration Detention Centre
Immigration

US Mayor Arrested Attempting to Enter Immigration Detention Centre

Newark Mayor Ras Baraka, a Democratic gubernatorial candidate, was arrested Friday outside Delaney Hall, a privately operated immigration detention centre in New Jersey. The arrest occurred during an unannounced overs…

May 10, 2025
UDA Moves to Expel Senator Gloria Orwoba Over Allegations of Disloyalty
Kenya

UDA Moves to Expel Senator Gloria Orwoba Over Allegations of Disloyalty

Nominated Senator Gloria Orwoba is facing disciplinary action from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) over allegations of disloyalty, potentially leading to her expulsion from the ruling party. The UDA accuses Orwob…

May 10, 2025
Where Is the Mastermind? Raila Presses State Over Kasipul MP’s Killing
Kenya

Where Is the Mastermind? Raila Presses State Over Kasipul MP’s Killing

Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga has vehemently condemned the murder of Kasipul Member of Parliament Charles Ong’ondo Were, asserting that the killing was a politically motivated assassination and…

May 10, 2025
ICE Arrests Pro-Trump Green Card Holder After 30 Years in the US
Immigration

ICE Arrests Pro-Trump Green Card Holder After 30 Years in the US

A Ukrainian-born green card holder's recent detention and subsequent release have ignited a renewed debate over immigration enforcement policies in the United States. Sergey Kostenyuk, a legal permanent resident resid…

May 10, 2025
Ruto, Raila Allies Among IEBC Nominees, Opposition Demands Transparency
Kenya

Ruto, Raila Allies Among IEBC Nominees, Opposition Demands Transparency

President William Ruto's recent nomination of seven individuals to helm the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) in preparation for the 2027 General Election has ignited a fierce political controvers…

May 10, 2025
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Court of Appeal Nullifies High Court Rulings on Gachagua’s Removal Petitions
Kenya

Court of Appeal Nullifies High Court Rulings on Gachagua’s Removal Petitions

The Court of Appeal has invalidated decisions made by a High Court panel concerning petitions seeking the removal of former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. The appellate court has determined that Deputy Chief Justi…

May 10, 2025
Why Popes Change Their Names
World

Why Popes Change Their Names

Cardinal Robert Prevost, a 69-year-old Chicago native, has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, succeeding Pope Francis and marking a historic moment as the first US-born pontiff in the Catholic Church's history. His electio…

May 9, 2025
Kenya Surpasses One Million Square Meters of Certified Green Floorspace
Real Estate

Kenya Surpasses One Million Square Meters of Certified Green Floorspace

Kenya has achieved a significant milestone in its commitment to environmental sustainability, surpassing one million square meters of green-certified floorspace. This achievement underscores the nation's growing dedic…

May 9, 2025
Kenya Warns Citizens of Fraudulent Job Offers in South Korea
Diaspora

Kenya Warns Citizens of Fraudulent Job Offers in South Korea

The Kenyan government has issued a strong advisory cautioning its citizens against a surge in fraudulent job offers purportedly located in South Korea. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has confirmed that these scams ta…

May 9, 2025
Joho Rejects Sh54.5 Million Loan Claim by SBM Bank, Says He Owes Nothing
Kenya

Joho Rejects Sh54.5 Million Loan Claim by SBM Bank, Says He Owes Nothing

Mining Cabinet Secretary Hassan Ali Joho is contesting a Sh54.5 million loan arrears claim brought against him by SBM Bank (Kenya) Ltd, asserting that the bank’s lawsuit lacks factual basis and should be dismissed wit…

May 9, 2025
Illinois Sees Sharp Increase in Citizenship Applications as Green Card Holders Worry
Entertainment

Illinois Sees Sharp Increase in Citizenship Applications as Green Card Holders Worry

Amid evolving immigration policies and heightened anxieties, a growing number of legal permanent residents (LPRs) in the United States are actively pursuing naturalisation, seeking the security afforded by US citizens…

May 9, 2025
Ong'ondo Were's Aide and Driver Under Scrutiny for Ties to Murder Suspects
Kenya

Ong'ondo Were's Aide and Driver Under Scrutiny for Ties to Murder Suspects

The investigation into the assassination of Kasipul Member of Parliament (MP) Charles Ong’ondo Were has expanded, with law enforcement officials seeking the arrest of five additional suspects believed to be connected…

May 9, 2025
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Lawsuit Alleges Governor Kihika Served as Assistant District Attorney in Texas
Kenya

Lawsuit Alleges Governor Kihika Served as Assistant District Attorney in Texas

Nakuru County Governor Susan Kihika is embroiled in a legal battle that threatens her position, with a petition filed in the High Court challenging her eligibility for office based on allegations of dual citizenship a…

May 9, 2025
Siaya Authorities Embarrassed as Six Handcuffed Suspects Escape From Court
Kenya

Siaya Authorities Embarrassed as Six Handcuffed Suspects Escape From Court

A major security breach at the Siaya Law Courts on May 5, 2025, resulted in the escape of six suspects facing robbery with violence charges. The escape occurred during what should have been a routine court appearance…

May 9, 2025
After Two Days of Voting, Vatican Elects First US-Born Pope
World

After Two Days of Voting, Vatican Elects First US-Born Pope

In a historic election, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been chosen as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, assuming the name Leo XIV. The announcement came yesterday following the con…

May 9, 2025
President Ruto Nominates Erastus Ethekon as New IEBC Chairperson
Kenya

President Ruto Nominates Erastus Ethekon as New IEBC Chairperson

Kenya is on the brink of restoring its Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) to full functionality after President William Ruto nominated Erastus Edung Ethekon as the electoral body's chairperson. The…

May 9, 2025
Why Kenyans Abroad Are Choosing to Return Home After Years Overseas
Diaspora

Why Kenyans Abroad Are Choosing to Return Home After Years Overseas

 A growing number of Kenyans who ventured abroad for education and professional opportunities are returning home, bringing with them a wealth of experience and a renewed appreciation for their roots. These returnees o…

May 8, 2025
Bamboo Revolution: Kenya Moves Toward Eco-Friendly Building Solutions
Real Estate

Bamboo Revolution: Kenya Moves Toward Eco-Friendly Building Solutions

Kenya is strategically investing in bamboo with the aim of transforming its construction sector and fostering economic empowerment within rural communities. The move, underpinned by recent legislative shifts and innov…

May 8, 2025
Elgeyo Marakwet’s Pepea Scholars Graduate in Melbourne as County Secures More Scholarships
Diaspora

Elgeyo Marakwet’s Pepea Scholars Graduate in Melbourne as County Secures More Scholarships

Elgeyo Marakwet County has marked a significant achievement in its educational development as the inaugural cohort of students under the Pepea Scholarship Program graduated from CIC Higher Education in Melbourne. The…

May 8, 2025
MPs Criticise Raila Odinga Over Alleged Interference in NG-CDF Debate
Kenya

MPs Criticise Raila Odinga Over Alleged Interference in NG-CDF Debate

A schism has emerged within Kenya's political landscape as lawmakers from the Western region have vocally criticized Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Raila Odinga over his perceived interference with ongoing ef…

May 8, 2025
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