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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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Kenya's National Security Threatened as Trump Suspends US Anti-Terrorism Aid
Kenya

Kenya's National Security Threatened as Trump Suspends US Anti-Terrorism Aid

Kenya faces increased national security challenges following the decision by US President Donald Trump to suspend American security aid. As one of the largest recipients of US foreign assistance in Africa, trailing on…

Feb 17, 2025
MP Koech: Raila Deserves Government Position After AU Chair Defeat
Kenya

MP Koech: Raila Deserves Government Position After AU Chair Defeat

Belgut Member of Parliament Nelson Koech has proposed the inclusion of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in the Kenya Kwanza government. This recommendation arises in the aftermath of Raila’s recent defeat in the Afr…

Feb 17, 2025
Trump Administration Dismisses 20 Immigration Judges Amid Growing Case Backlog
Immigration

Trump Administration Dismisses 20 Immigration Judges Amid Growing Case Backlog

The Trump administration has dismissed 20 immigration judges without explanation, a move that aligns with ongoing efforts to reduce the federal workforce. The terminations, disclosed by Matthew Biggs, president of the…

Feb 17, 2025
Mennonite Church USA joins lawsuit to protect houses of worship from immigration raids
Immigration

Mennonite Church USA joins lawsuit to protect houses of worship from immigration raids

Mennonite Church USA, headquartered in Elkhart, has joined forces with over two dozen Christian and Jewish organizations to file a lawsuit against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This coalition is contestin…

Feb 16, 2025
Mumbai Customs Arrests 14 Kenyans in Major Gold and Diamond Smuggling Bust
Diaspora

Mumbai Customs Arrests 14 Kenyans in Major Gold and Diamond Smuggling Bust

Authorities at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport apprehended a group of 14 Kenyan nationals among a total of 18 individuals accused of attempting to smuggle gold and diamonds. This operation u…

Feb 16, 2025
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Kenyan Politicians Threaten AU Exit After Odinga Loses Commission Chair Race to Djibouti
Kenya

Kenyan Politicians Threaten AU Exit After Odinga Loses Commission Chair Race to Djibouti

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's allies have raised the prospect of Kenya's withdrawal from the African Union (AU). This follows Odinga's electoral defeat for the chairperson position of the African Union Commissi…

Feb 16, 2025
Kenya Needs You More, Gachagua Tells Raila After AU Defeat
Kenya

Kenya Needs You More, Gachagua Tells Raila After AU Defeat

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly expressed his support for Raila Odinga following Odinga's recent defeat in the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairmanship election held on February 15. In a socia…

Feb 16, 2025
Baringo Senator William Cheptumo Dies After Short Illness
Kenya

Baringo Senator William Cheptumo Dies After Short Illness

Senate Speaker Amason Kingi has confirmed the death of Baringo Senator William Cheptumo, who passed away at the age of 57 due to an undisclosed illness while receiving treatment at a Nairobi hospital on Sunday, Februa…

Feb 16, 2025
Kileleshwa, Kilimani Lead Nairobi's Resilient Luxury Housing Market Despite Sector Slump
Real Estate

Kileleshwa, Kilimani Lead Nairobi's Resilient Luxury Housing Market Despite Sector Slump

Nairobi's uptown neighbourhoods have maintained their status as some of the most expensive areas for housing, even as the broader real estate market grapples with significant declines, according to the latest Kenya Ba…

Feb 16, 2025
Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Youssouf Beats Raila to Win AUC Chair Race
Kenya

Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Youssouf Beats Raila to Win AUC Chair Race

Djibouti’s Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf has been elected as the new Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC) after a closely contested election. Youssouf has secured his position by achieving the nec…

Feb 15, 2025
Kenyan Court Overrules Father's Tribal Objection, Upholds Woman's Right to Intermarriage
Kenya

Kenyan Court Overrules Father's Tribal Objection, Upholds Woman's Right to Intermarriage

A Kenyan court has recently upheld a woman's right to marry outside her tribe, nullifying her father's objections based solely on traditional tribal distinctions. The case revolves around HSM, a 37-year-old mother of…

Feb 15, 2025
23 Kenyans Among 250 Foreign Nationals Rescued from Myanmar Scam Operations
Diaspora

23 Kenyans Among 250 Foreign Nationals Rescued from Myanmar Scam Operations

Recent reports indicate that at least 23 Kenyans are among over 250 foreign nationals rescued from scam operations in Myanmar by an ethnic armed group. This intervention comes amid increasing efforts to liberate indiv…

Feb 15, 2025
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Kenya Power Confirms Delays in Token Purchase
Kenya

Kenya Power Confirms Delays in Token Purchase

Kenya Power has confirmed a significant delay in the generation of tokens purchased through its Paybill number, 888880, following widespread complaints from users online. The utility company has attributed the issue t…

Feb 15, 2025
Ruto Leads Kenyan Delegation to AU Summit as Raila Seeks Top Post
Kenya

Ruto Leads Kenyan Delegation to AU Summit as Raila Seeks Top Post

Kenyan President William Ruto is currently participating in the 38th African Union (AU) Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, where key elections for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson are underway. The summit…

Feb 15, 2025
Who Can Apply for US Green Cards in 2025: Complete Eligibility Guide
Immigration

Who Can Apply for US Green Cards in 2025: Complete Eligibility Guide

Amid increasing deportations in the United States, it is essential for immigrants to understand the necessary requirements and options available to avoid deportation. One significant pathway remains the green card app…

Feb 15, 2025
Mini-Malls Surge in Nairobi as Gen Z Drive Retail Growth
Real Estate

Mini-Malls Surge in Nairobi as Gen Z Drive Retail Growth

Nairobi, Kenya's vibrant capital, is witnessing a notable rise in the development of mini-malls, driven by the increasing demand for accessible shopping experiences tailored to younger consumers. According to the Knig…

Feb 14, 2025
King of Bling Prezzo Reveals How He Changed Kenyan Hip-Hop
Entertainment

King of Bling Prezzo Reveals How He Changed Kenyan Hip-Hop

Kenyan rapper Jackson Makini, known by his stage name Prezzo, has reflected on his two-decade career in the music industry, highlighting his influential role in the Kenyan hip-hop scene. From his early success with th…

Feb 14, 2025
Kenya's High Commissioner to Lead Consular Mission to New Zealand
Diaspora

Kenya's High Commissioner to Lead Consular Mission to New Zealand

Kenya is dispatching a delegation to New Zealand to deliver essential consular services. Scheduled for February 14th and 15th, 2025, the visit will be led by Ambassador Dr. Wilson Kogo, the Kenyan High Commissioner to…

Feb 14, 2025
Ruto Slams 'Unfair' Credit Ratings for Africa
Kenya

Ruto Slams 'Unfair' Credit Ratings for Africa

In a forceful address at the African Union's 38th Ordinary Assembly, President William Ruto criticized global credit rating agencies for what he characterizes as systemic bias against African economies. Speaking durin…

Feb 14, 2025
Gachagua Endorses Rival Odinga for African Union Commission Chair
Kenya

Gachagua Endorses Rival Odinga for African Union Commission Chair

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has publicly endorsed opposition leader Raila Odinga for the position of African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson. This endorsement comes just hours before the scheduled elec…

Feb 14, 2025
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