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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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Presidential Term Limits Must Go, Says Atwoli
Kenya

Presidential Term Limits Must Go, Says Atwoli

COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli has proposed the potential elimination of presidential term limit to mitigate persistent political campaigning. Atwoli argues that the current constitutional restriction perpetuat…

Nov 28, 2024
How Canada Prepares Border for Potential US Immigrant Surge
Immigration

How Canada Prepares Border for Potential US Immigrant Surge

As the United States anticipates Donald Trump's potential return to the presidency, Canada is strategically preparing its border security and immigration policies to mitigate potential transnational impacts. The Canad…

Nov 27, 2024
Why Exporting Workers Could Solve Kenya's Unemployment, PS Shadrack Mwadime
Diaspora

Why Exporting Workers Could Solve Kenya's Unemployment, PS Shadrack Mwadime

The Kenyan government is actively pursuing a comprehensive labour migration strategy aimed at addressing unemployment and encouraging economic growth. Principal Secretary Shadrack Mwadime from the State Department for…

Nov 27, 2024
US Immigration Alert: Fake USCIS Officials Targeting Vulnerable Applicants
Immigration

US Immigration Alert: Fake USCIS Officials Targeting Vulnerable Applicants

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a critical advisory warning foreigners about escalating scams involving agency impersonation. The warning highlights fraudulent activities conducte…

Nov 27, 2024
Stand Behind Ruto, Passaris Tells Kenyans Abroad
Diaspora

Stand Behind Ruto, Passaris Tells Kenyans Abroad

Nairobi's women representative Esther Passaris has appealed to Kenyans living outside the country to ease their constant criticism of Kenya's current President and his development plans. Passaris asserts that many cri…

Nov 27, 2024
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INTERPOL Exposes How Kenyan Hackers Stole Sh1.1 Billion by Infiltrating Financial Systems
Kenya

INTERPOL Exposes How Kenyan Hackers Stole Sh1.1 Billion by Infiltrating Financial Systems

According to an INTERPOL report, Kenyan hackers reportedly stole Sh 1.1 billion through a massive cybercrime operation this year. An extensive INTERPOL investigation conducted between September and October 2024 expose…

Nov 27, 2024
National Assembly Probes Gachagua's Sh1.2 Billion Renovation at Karen Mansion
Kenya

National Assembly Probes Gachagua's Sh1.2 Billion Renovation at Karen Mansion

The National Assembly is conducting a thorough investigation into the potential misuse of approximately 1.2 billion Kenyan shillings allocated for renovating the residences and offices of former Deputy President Rigat…

Nov 27, 2024
UN Dismisses Special Advisor Alice Nderitu After Controversial Gaza Genocide Remarks
Kenya

UN Dismisses Special Advisor Alice Nderitu After Controversial Gaza Genocide Remarks

The United Nations plans to dismiss Alice Wairimu Nderitu, its Special Advisor on the Prevention of Genocide, following her controversial statement that Israel's actions in Gaza do not constitute genocide. Initial rep…

Nov 27, 2024
President Ruto Builds Bridges with Nyanza, Pledges Billions in Regional Investment
Kenya

President Ruto Builds Bridges with Nyanza, Pledges Billions in Regional Investment

President William Ruto has signalled his intent to strengthen his political alliance with opposition leader Raila Odinga. The move could have major implications for the country's political landscape. During two rallie…

Nov 27, 2024
Odinga Intensifies AUC Campaigns in West Africa
Kenya

Odinga Intensifies AUC Campaigns in West Africa

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has confirmed the steady progress of Raila Odinga's campaign for the Chairmanship of the African Union Commission (AUC). Odinga has been strategically intensifying his efforts…

Nov 27, 2024
Ruth Kamande, Inmate Who Stabbed Boyfriend 25 Times Graduates With Law Degree
Kenya

Ruth Kamande, Inmate Who Stabbed Boyfriend 25 Times Graduates With Law Degree

Ruth Kamande, an inmate at Lang'ata Women's Prison serving a life sentence for murder, graduated with a law degree from the University of London on Wednesday, November 26. During the graduation ceremony, Kamande deliv…

Nov 27, 2024
Treasury PS Kiptoo Rejects Claims of Procuring Spying Technology for 2027 Elections
Kenya

Treasury PS Kiptoo Rejects Claims of Procuring Spying Technology for 2027 Elections

The National Treasury's Principal Secretary Chris Kiptoo has forcefully rejected allegations published by the Nation Media Group (NMG) regarding a purported government plan to acquire sophisticated surveillance techno…

Nov 26, 2024
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Equity Bank Kenya Concludes UK Diaspora Outreach Mission
Diaspora

Equity Bank Kenya Concludes UK Diaspora Outreach Mission

Equity Bank Kenya has completed an extensive three-week diplomatic mission across the United Kingdom, The tour has allowed the bank to strategically engage with the Kenyan diaspora and international financial service…

Nov 26, 2024
How Qatar's Struggles Sparked Entrepreneurial Dream for Kenyan Man
Diaspora

How Qatar's Struggles Sparked Entrepreneurial Dream for Kenyan Man

At 27 years old, Francis Njeri exemplifies the reality that success can emerge from unexpected pathways. Originally from Likoni in Mombasa, Francis initially established himself in Nairobi trading clothing and footwea…

Nov 26, 2024
US Embassy Kenya Unveils Strict Protocol for Non-Immigrant Application
Immigration

US Embassy Kenya Unveils Strict Protocol for Non-Immigrant Application

The United States Embassy in Kenya has announced an important modification to its visa application process, set to commence on December 2, 2024. This comprehensive reform introduces a mandatory verification protocol f…

Nov 26, 2024
Why US Universities Want Foreign Students to Return Before January
Immigration

Why US Universities Want Foreign Students to Return Before January

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, US universities are urgently advising international students and staff to return to campus before his January inauguration. The academic community is experienci…

Nov 26, 2024
Kendu Bay: The Fishing Town Banks Forget
Kenya

Kendu Bay: The Fishing Town Banks Forget

The absence of physical banking infrastructure has long impeded financial development in Kendu Bay, a modest fishing settlement situated along Lake Victoria within Homa Bay County. Residents of this community have his…

Nov 26, 2024
How Cloud Seeding Saves Billions in Naivasha Flower Industry
Business

How Cloud Seeding Saves Billions in Naivasha Flower Industry

Farmers in Naivasha have implemented innovative methods to overcome the issues caused by unfavorable weather conditions on their crops. The region's vulnerability to short rains and severe hailstorms poses serious cha…

Nov 26, 2024
Woodley Estate Residents Seek Foreign Intervention Over Forced Evictions
Real Estate

Woodley Estate Residents Seek Foreign Intervention Over Forced Evictions

The residents of Woodley Estate in Nairobi are mounting an urgent international campaign against what they characterize as illegal and brutal home demolitions. They are seeking intervention from global humanitarian an…

Nov 26, 2024
Kenya Welcomes Google's Massive Sh116bn Digital Transformation
Business

Kenya Welcomes Google's Massive Sh116bn Digital Transformation

A comprehensive report by Google reveals that the company's digital services generated approximately $900 million in economic value for Kenya in 2023. The analysis highlights the significant contributions of various G…

Nov 26, 2024
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