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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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Qatar Offers 1,260 Jobs to Kenyans with Salaries up to Sh74,000
Diaspora

Qatar Offers 1,260 Jobs to Kenyans with Salaries up to Sh74,000

Kenya's Ministry of Labour and Social Protection has announced the availability of 1,260 job positions in Qatar. The job offers present competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits to successful candidates. Labour…

Feb 19, 2025
Nairobi Police Arrest American Found with Ingested Cocaine Pellets
Kenya

Nairobi Police Arrest American Found with Ingested Cocaine Pellets

On Tuesday, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi arrested a United States national on suspicion of cocaine trafficking, following a vital tip-off from a local hospital's physician. The suspect…

Feb 19, 2025
Nairobi Club Under Scrutiny After Student's Valentine's Day Death
Kenya

Nairobi Club Under Scrutiny After Student's Valentine's Day Death

Authorities have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of a university student at Mass House Club in Nairobi. The incident took place during a Valentine's Day celebration. The club re…

Feb 19, 2025
Sudan Criticizes Kenya Over RSF Conference at KICC
Kenya

Sudan Criticizes Kenya Over RSF Conference at KICC

The Sudanese government has condemned Kenya for permitting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) to conduct activities at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC), labelling the move as a hostile act. In a stateme…

Feb 19, 2025
Could Your Marriage Lead to Deportation? How North American Officials Are Detecting Immigration Fraud
Immigration

Could Your Marriage Lead to Deportation? How North American Officials Are Detecting Immigration Fraud

On Valentine’s Day, Canada’s Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) issued a significant warning regarding the issue of marriage fraud, cautioning Canadian citizens and permanent residents about the risk…

Feb 18, 2025
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Government Unveils Strict Regulations for Kenya's Sand Industry
Real Estate

Government Unveils Strict Regulations for Kenya's Sand Industry

Kenya's sand industry is undergoing significant change following the introduction of the Sand Harvesting Regulations, 2024, announced by Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale on February 18. This regulatory framewo…

Feb 18, 2025
Kenya Sets 7M Tourist Goal by 2027 as France and Spain Already Attract Over 90M Annually
Kenya

Kenya Sets 7M Tourist Goal by 2027 as France and Spain Already Attract Over 90M Annually

In 2024, France and Spain, among the world's leading tourist destinations, demonstrated remarkable recovery in tourism, attracting 100 million and 94 million visitors respectively. France's tourism revenue soared to 7…

Feb 18, 2025
JKIA Records 1.5M International Arrivals, Government Approves Upgrades
Business

JKIA Records 1.5M International Arrivals, Government Approves Upgrades

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is solidifying its status as a leading aviation hub, with international passenger arrivals rising by 1.9% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to the Kenya Nation…

Feb 18, 2025
US Schools Face Rising Anxiety as Trump's Immigration Policies Trigger Attendance Drop
Immigration

US Schools Face Rising Anxiety as Trump's Immigration Policies Trigger Attendance Drop

In recent months, immigration-related anxieties have surged within educational institutions across the United States, driven largely by policies enacted during the Trump administration. Reports of potential immigratio…

Feb 18, 2025
Kindiki Promises Food and Fuel Price Stabilization as Kenya Achieves Maize Self-Sufficiency
Kenya

Kindiki Promises Food and Fuel Price Stabilization as Kenya Achieves Maize Self-Sufficiency

Kenya's Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced a comprehensive initiative aimed at reviving stalled projects in Meru County during a press briefing at his Karen residence in Nairobi on February 18. The government…

Feb 18, 2025
Ruto Allies Call for Raila's Return as PM After AU Loss
Kenya

Ruto Allies Call for Raila's Return as PM After AU Loss

Calls advocating for Raila Odinga's inclusion in President William Ruto's administration as Prime Minister are gaining momentum following his recent defeat to Djiboutian Mahmoud Ali Youssouf for the chairmanship of th…

Feb 18, 2025
Bomet Court Sentences Man to 150 Years for the Murder of His Three Children
Kenya

Bomet Court Sentences Man to 150 Years for the Murder of His Three Children

A Bomet court has imposed a landmark sentence of 150 years in prison on a 40-year-old man found guilty of the brutal murders of his three young sons in 2019. This unprecedented ruling was handed down in the wake of a…

Feb 18, 2025
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Cohen Murder Case: Sarah Wairimu's Bail Request Rejected
Kenya

Cohen Murder Case: Sarah Wairimu's Bail Request Rejected

Sarah Wairimu, the widow of Dutch businessman Tob Cohen, will remain incarcerated at Lang'ata Women’s Prison pending the testimony of key witnesses in her murder case. The Nairobi High Court has rejected her bail appl…

Feb 18, 2025
Denmark Overhauls Foreign Worker Pay Scale: Essential Information for 2025
Immigration

Denmark Overhauls Foreign Worker Pay Scale: Essential Information for 2025

On February 20, 2025, Denmark will implement updated wage statistics for the Positive List for Skilled Work, a move that significantly impacts foreign workers seeking opportunities in the country. This adjustment, ann…

Feb 17, 2025
Australia Leads Kenya's Diaspora Remittance Growth in 2024, Surpassing Germany
Diaspora

Australia Leads Kenya's Diaspora Remittance Growth in 2024, Surpassing Germany

In 2024, Kenyans residing in Australia emerged as the fastest-growing source of diaspora remittances, outpacing contributors from Germany and Saudi Arabia. This notable trend is part of a broader resurgence in dollar…

Feb 17, 2025
National Assembly Dismisses Censure Motion Against Moses Wetang'ula
Kenya

National Assembly Dismisses Censure Motion Against Moses Wetang'ula

The National Assembly has dismissed a petition seeking to censure Speaker Moses Masika Wetang'ula, citing procedural regulations that limit how such matters can be addressed. Clerk of the National Assembly Samuel Njor…

Feb 17, 2025
Rohan Shah: Teen Wildlife Photographer Making Global Impact From Maasai Mara
Entertainment

Rohan Shah: Teen Wildlife Photographer Making Global Impact From Maasai Mara

Seventeen-year-old Rohan Shah, an emerging talent in wildlife photography, recently garnered international acclaim by winning three major awards, solidifying his position as a noteworthy figure in conservation advocac…

Feb 17, 2025
Kenyan Man Deported After Friend's Tip to the US Immigration Authorities for $750 Reward
Immigration

Kenyan Man Deported After Friend's Tip to the US Immigration Authorities for $750 Reward

A Kenyan national has been deported from the United States alleging that his friend, Allan, betrayed him by informing law enforcement of his undocumented status. The man who had been residing in the US illegally, took…

Feb 17, 2025
Kalonzo: Ruto Administration Cost Raila the AU Chairperson Position
Kenya

Kalonzo: Ruto Administration Cost Raila the AU Chairperson Position

Raila Odinga, a well-known figure in African politics, was unexpectedly defeated in the African Union (AU) Chairperson elections held on Saturday. Despite being a leading candidate, Odinga lost to Djibouti's Foreign M…

Feb 17, 2025
CS Wahome Reveals Property Ownership Structure for Affordable Housing
Real Estate

CS Wahome Reveals Property Ownership Structure for Affordable Housing

The government has confirmed that forthcoming affordable housing projects will include sectional property title deeds as proof of ownership. This decision, announced during a briefing by Lands, Public Works, Housing…

Feb 17, 2025
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