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Martin Olage

News Writer

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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Inside American Church Offering Cannabis as Sacrament
Entertainment

Inside American Church Offering Cannabis as Sacrament

In a notable intersection of spirituality and cannabis culture, the International Church of Cannabis in Denver, Colorado has gained significant attention both nationally and internationally by incorporating marijuana…

Jan 31, 2025
Kenyan Student Cornelius Rutto Found Dead in Australia
Diaspora

Kenyan Student Cornelius Rutto Found Dead in Australia

The Kenyan community in Australia, along with family members in Uasin Gishu County, is mourning the unexpected death of Cornelius Kipkorir Rutto, a Deakin University student. Rutto was found deceased in his car on Jan…

Jan 31, 2025
How Nairobi's VIP Clubs Hide Dark Secret
Kenya

How Nairobi's VIP Clubs Hide Dark Secret

Nairobi's nightlife is undergoing a rapid transformation, characterized by the emergence of high-end nightclubs and upscale bars across the city. Social media is flooded with images and videos of opulent events where…

Jan 31, 2025
MPs Attack Failed SHA System, Demand Action
Kenya

MPs Attack Failed SHA System, Demand Action

Members of Parliament (MPs) have raised significant concerns about President William Ruto's ambitious healthcare initiative, the Social Health Authority (SHA). Designed to reform and replace the outdated National Heal…

Jan 31, 2025
DRC Conflict Threatens Raila's AUC Ambitions
Kenya

DRC Conflict Threatens Raila's AUC Ambitions

As the February 15 elections for the African Union Commission (AUC) approach, President William Ruto's role as chairperson of the East African Community (EAC) in the ongoing peace talks regarding the Democratic Republ…

Jan 31, 2025
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Catholic Bishops in the US Rally Against Hardline Immigration Measures
Immigration

Catholic Bishops in the US Rally Against Hardline Immigration Measures

Catholic leaders across the United States are responding to President Donald Trump's recent executive orders on immigration with a renewed call for more humane and balanced policies. As the Immigration and Customs Enf…

Jan 31, 2025
Nyeri Hitman Appeals 25-Year Sentence in Daniel Mwangi Murder Case
Kenya

Nyeri Hitman Appeals 25-Year Sentence in Daniel Mwangi Murder Case

In Nyeri County, Eddy Ngari, a hitman convicted of manslaughter in connection with the murder of Daniel Mwangi, has filed an appeal against his 25-year prison sentence. Ngari was sentenced on June 20, 2024, alongside…

Jan 31, 2025
Kiserian Real Estate Boom: Developer Invests in 40-Acre Affordable Housing Venture
Real Estate

Kiserian Real Estate Boom: Developer Invests in 40-Acre Affordable Housing Venture

Dr. Chrispus Wachira's ambitious real estate venture in Kajiado is reshaping the local housing landscape. Invested in over 40 acres in Kiserian, 17 kilometres from town and 48 kilometres from Nairobi, Dr Wachira is se…

Jan 30, 2025
Kenya's Long Rains to Start Early with Mixed Regional Patterns – Met
Kenya

Kenya's Long Rains to Start Early with Mixed Regional Patterns – Met

The Kenya Meteorological Department has revealed that the anticipated long rains for March-April-May (MAM) are projected to start earlier than usual this year, beginning in February. This shift in timing is significan…

Jan 30, 2025
Ruto Meets Kenyan Diaspora in Egypt
Diaspora

Ruto Meets Kenyan Diaspora in Egypt

During a recent engagement with Kenyans in Egypt, President William Ruto praised the Kenyan diaspora for their vital role in the country's economic development, particularly through their remittances. In his address…

Jan 30, 2025
High Court Orders Ex-Migori Governor Obado to Stand Trial for Sharon Otieno Murder
Kenya

High Court Orders Ex-Migori Governor Obado to Stand Trial for Sharon Otieno Murder

The High Court has ordered former Migori Governor Okoth Obado, his ex-personal assistant Michael Oyamo, and former Member of the County Assembly (MCA) Caspal Obiero to stand trial for the murder of Sharon Otieno. Just…

Jan 30, 2025
Passenger Plane Collides with Military Helicopter over Washington DC, Crashes into Potomac
World

Passenger Plane Collides with Military Helicopter over Washington DC, Crashes into Potomac

A tragic aviation accident occurred on Wednesday night involving a US passenger plane and a military helicopter over Washington, DC. The incident resulted in the plane, which was carrying 64 individuals, crashing into…

Jan 30, 2025
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IG Kanja, DCI Amin Testify in Court About Mlolongo Disappearances
Kenya

IG Kanja, DCI Amin Testify in Court About Mlolongo Disappearances

Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja and Director of Criminal Investigations Mohamed Amin recently appeared in court in response to a judicial order regarding the case of three missing individuals alleged to have…

Jan 30, 2025
Rising Tourist Harassment at Kenya's Beaches Forces Regulatory Response
Kenya

Rising Tourist Harassment at Kenya's Beaches Forces Regulatory Response

Call for Regulatory Measures as Tourists Experience Rising Harassment at Kenya's Beaches Recent incidents of harassment involving tourists at Jomo Kenyatta Public Beach in Mombasa have ignited concerns among stakehold…

Jan 30, 2025
Here are the Ten Cities Targeted in the Latest ICE Immigration Raids
Immigration

Here are the Ten Cities Targeted in the Latest ICE Immigration Raids

Following President Donald Trump's return to office, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has significantly escalated immigration enforcement activities across several major cities. This initiative began o…

Jan 29, 2025
How Foreign Workers Extend Their Stay in the US Past H-1B Limits
Immigration

How Foreign Workers Extend Their Stay in the US Past H-1B Limits

The H-1B visa program, widely utilized by American employers to recruit skilled foreign workers has come under heightened scrutiny amid shifting political landscapes. The H-1B serves as a critical pathway toward perma…

Jan 29, 2025
How Naivasha Teen's Murder Was Solved Through Blood Evidence in Boy's Room
Kenya

How Naivasha Teen's Murder Was Solved Through Blood Evidence in Boy's Room

On November 28, 2019, the town of Naivasha faced an unimaginable tragedy with the murder of 15-year-old Valerian Njeri, a Form Two student at Mary Leakey Girls' School. The unfortunate incident occurred mere hours aft…

Jan 29, 2025
Meet the Kenyan Lawyer Guiding Immigrants Through Canadian Life
Diaspora

Meet the Kenyan Lawyer Guiding Immigrants Through Canadian Life

Joshua Makori Nyarenchi, a Kenyan lawyer now residing in Canada, has built a reputation for his profound commitment to aiding Kenyan immigrants as they navigate the complexities of residency and settlement in their ne…

Jan 29, 2025
Kenya Trains Youth to Fill Austria's Critical Skills Gap
Diaspora

Kenya Trains Youth to Fill Austria's Critical Skills Gap

Kenya and Austria are forging a promising economic partnership underscored by a crucial event hosted by the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKO) in Vienna to commemorate Africa Day. During her speech, Kenya's Princ…

Jan 29, 2025
Kenya Slashes Airport Fees, Modernizes Infrastructure in Major Tourism Push
Kenya

Kenya Slashes Airport Fees, Modernizes Infrastructure in Major Tourism Push

As Kenya navigates the post-pandemic landscape, the government is launching an ambitious strategy aimed at revitalizing its tourism sector and reinforcing the country’s position as a premier destination in Africa. Wit…

Jan 29, 2025
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