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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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Fred Matiang’i Keeps Supporters Guessing, Says He Will Announce Plans at the Right Time
Kenya

Fred Matiang’i Keeps Supporters Guessing, Says He Will Announce Plans at the Right Time

Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i has signalled a potential return to the political arena, engaging in a regional tour across Kisii and Nyamira counties.The former CS has hinted at future political move…

May 2, 2025
Kiambu Man Shot 13 Times Defies the Odds, Rebuilds Life After Deadly Attack
Kenya

Kiambu Man Shot 13 Times Defies the Odds, Rebuilds Life After Deadly Attack

Charles Kamau, a resident of Gatong’ora, Ruiru in Kiambu County, is a testament to resilience after surviving a near-fatal attack in November 2015. The incident, which saw him shot thirteen times, has led to years of…

May 2, 2025
Kenyan Workers and Retirees to Benefit from Tax-Free Pension Under Ruto’s New Labour Reforms
Business

Kenyan Workers and Retirees to Benefit from Tax-Free Pension Under Ruto’s New Labour Reforms

President William Ruto has announced a sweeping set of labour reforms aimed at easing financial burdens for Kenyan workers and retirees.The announcement, made during the 60th Labour Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens…

May 2, 2025
Governor Kihika Claims Senator Tabitha Karanja Hospitalised in London
Kenya

Governor Kihika Claims Senator Tabitha Karanja Hospitalised in London

Political tensions in Nakuru County have intensified following a public dispute between Senator Tabitha Karanja and Governor Susan Kihika. The conflict ignited after Governor Kihika, in a recent media appearance, allu…

May 2, 2025
Kenyan-Born Polly Irungu Lands Role as Photographer for Maryland Governor Wes Moore
Diaspora

Kenyan-Born Polly Irungu Lands Role as Photographer for Maryland Governor Wes Moore

Polly Irungu, a Kenyan-born photographer with an extensive background in public service, has been appointed as a photographer in Maryland’s Executive Office of the Governor, effective May 1. Irungu will document the a…

May 1, 2025
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Real Estate Experts Call for Modern Construction to Improve Low-Cost Housing
Real Estate

Real Estate Experts Call for Modern Construction to Improve Low-Cost Housing

Kenya's ambitious affordable housing agenda, a cornerstone of the Kenya Kwanza Alliance's policies since assuming power in September 2022, is under scrutiny as concerns emerge regarding the quality of life in these de…

May 1, 2025
All 67 Florida Counties Join ICE in Mass Immigration Enforcement
Immigration

All 67 Florida Counties Join ICE in Mass Immigration Enforcement

Florida has solidified its position as a national leader in cooperating with federal immigration enforcement efforts, a move that has drawn both praise from supporters and sharp criticism from advocacy groups. The sta…

May 1, 2025
Kenyan Landowners Face Greater Risk from Family Disputes than Fraud
Real Estate

Kenyan Landowners Face Greater Risk from Family Disputes than Fraud

A comprehensive survey on land ownership in Kenya has revealed that family disputes pose a greater threat to landowners losing their property than external factors such as fraud and corruption. The Kenya Housing Basic…

May 1, 2025
Kenyan Government Raises Alarm Over 1,000 Citizens Detained Abroad
Diaspora

Kenyan Government Raises Alarm Over 1,000 Citizens Detained Abroad

The Kenyan government has expressed serious concerns over the rising number of citizens incarcerated in foreign countries, with over 1,000 individuals currently detained. The issue came to the forefront during a parli…

May 1, 2025
ODM Urges Thorough Investigation into MP Ong’ondo Were’s Premeditated Killing in Nairobi
Kenya

ODM Urges Thorough Investigation into MP Ong’ondo Were’s Premeditated Killing in Nairobi

Charles Ong’ondo Were, the Member of Parliament for Kasipul, was fatally shot on Wednesday evening in Nairobi, prompting a nationwide outcry and immediate calls for a thorough investigation. The assassination, which o…

May 1, 2025
How Eyewitnesses in Nyeri Filmed and Mocked Young Man Before Suicide
Kenya

How Eyewitnesses in Nyeri Filmed and Mocked Young Man Before Suicide

A sombre incident unfolded on April 30, 2025, when a young man reportedly died by suicide after jumping from the sixth floor of the Swans Business Centre in Chaka Town, Nyeri County. The tragic event has ignited publi…

May 1, 2025
President Ruto Courts Nyanza Voters with Key Projects in Migori County
Kenya

President Ruto Courts Nyanza Voters with Key Projects in Migori County

President William Ruto began a two-day working tour of Migori County on Sunday, a region traditionally aligned with opposition leader Raila Odinga. The visit highlights the President's strategic efforts to consolidate…

May 1, 2025
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Kenya's High Court Awards Sh2.2 Million to Protesters Over Police Misconduct
Kenya

Kenya's High Court Awards Sh2.2 Million to Protesters Over Police Misconduct

In a significant rebuke of police conduct, the High Court has awarded Sh2.2 million in compensation to eleven individuals whose rights were violated during anti-government protests in June 2024. Each of the eleven pro…

May 1, 2025
Finance Bill 2025: Ruto's Government Pledges Tax Relief
Business

Finance Bill 2025: Ruto's Government Pledges Tax Relief

Kenya's Cabinet has pledged reduced taxes for the upcoming fiscal year to alleviate public concerns amid anticipation of the Finance Bill 2025, which remains closely guarded. Despite National Assembly Speaker Moses We…

May 1, 2025
Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Shot Dead by Gunman on Ngong Road
Kenya

Kasipul MP Charles Ong’ondo Shot Dead by Gunman on Ngong Road

Charles Ong'ondo Were, the Member of Parliament for Kasipul Constituency, was fatally shot Wednesday evening near the City Mortuary roundabout in Nairobi. The brazen attack occurred around 7:30 PM, sending shockwaves…

Apr 30, 2025
US Courts Block Trump’s Attempt to Redefine Birthright Citizenship
Immigration

US Courts Block Trump’s Attempt to Redefine Birthright Citizenship

The Trump administration’s aggressive overhaul of US immigration policies has triggered a wave of legal challenges and exacerbated societal divisions. The policies, ranging from the invocation of the Alien Enemies Act…

Apr 30, 2025
BCLB Targets 58 Unlicensed Gambling Platforms in Nationwide Regulatory Sweep
Business

BCLB Targets 58 Unlicensed Gambling Platforms in Nationwide Regulatory Sweep

Kenyan authorities have escalated their efforts to regulate the burgeoning gambling industry, targeting unregulated betting operations and tightening oversight over licensed firms. The Betting Control and Licensing Bo…

Apr 30, 2025
Panic in Limuru Market as Swarm of Bees Causes Chaos and Injuries
Kenya

Panic in Limuru Market as Swarm of Bees Causes Chaos and Injuries

A sudden bee swarm descended upon Limuru Market on Tuesday, causing widespread panic and disruption as traders and customers fled the bustling trading hub. The unexpected event resulted in injuries, financial losses f…

Apr 30, 2025
Finance Bill 2025 Proposes Fivefold Increase in Tax-Free Per Diem for Employees
Kenya

Finance Bill 2025 Proposes Fivefold Increase in Tax-Free Per Diem for Employees

The Kenyan Cabinet has endorsed the Finance Bill 2025, signalling a significant shift in the nation’s fiscal policy with a focus on providing tax relief to citizens and enhancing the efficiency of tax administration. …

Apr 30, 2025
Minnesota Authorities Investigate Tragic Murder-Suicide of Kenyan Healthcare Worker
Diaspora

Minnesota Authorities Investigate Tragic Murder-Suicide of Kenyan Healthcare Worker

The death of Hulda Bochere Mosiori, a 42-year-old Kenyan-born Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, is under investigation as a murder-suicide. On April 22, authorities responded to a report of a shooting at M…

Apr 30, 2025
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