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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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Authorities Bust Illicit Alcohol Ring, Confiscate Hundreds of Liters in Juja Raid
Kenya

Authorities Bust Illicit Alcohol Ring, Confiscate Hundreds of Liters in Juja Raid

On Thursday, November 7, 2024, police in Juja, Kiambu County, conducted a successful raid that resulted in a major breakthrough in the ongoing fight against counterfeit alcohol. Authorities confiscated 480 liters of i…

Nov 7, 2024
Juja Student with Heart Condition Sits KCSE Exams on Oxygen Support
Kenya

Juja Student with Heart Condition Sits KCSE Exams on Oxygen Support

Terry Charity, a KCSE candidate at King David Junior and Secondary School in Juja, faces a unique challenge. Diagnosed with a serious heart condition in January 2023, Terry has been relying on oxygen support to get th…

Nov 7, 2024
Joyful Homecoming: Kenyan Evacuees Arrive from War-Torn Lebanon as Rescue Efforts Continue
Diaspora

Joyful Homecoming: Kenyan Evacuees Arrive from War-Torn Lebanon as Rescue Efforts Continue

On November 7, 2024, Diaspora Affairs Principal Secretary Roseline Njogu shared a video of Kenyan citizens joyfully singing inside a bus after being rescued from the war-torn Lebanon. This group of 43 Kenyans is set t…

Nov 7, 2024
Kenyan Company Wins Prestigious Earthshot Prize for Innovative Waste-Reduction Solutions
Business

Kenyan Company Wins Prestigious Earthshot Prize for Innovative Waste-Reduction Solutions

Kenyan company Keep IT Cool has been awarded the top prize in the 'Build a Waste-Free World' category at the prestigious Earthshot Prize ceremony held in Cape Town, South Africa. Emerging victorious from a pool of 15…

Nov 7, 2024
Construction Sector Dominates Economic Activity in Kenya's Drylands, KIPPRA Report Reveals
Real Estate

Construction Sector Dominates Economic Activity in Kenya's Drylands, KIPPRA Report Reveals

The Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) has revealed that the construction sector has emerged as the most vibrant sub-sector in Kenya's arid and semi-arid counties. This growth can be attr…

Nov 7, 2024
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Atwoli Urges Trump to Restore Sanity and Stability in America After Re-election Victory
Kenya

Atwoli Urges Trump to Restore Sanity and Stability in America After Re-election Victory

The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) in Kenya has expressed its congratulations to Donald Trump on his re-election as the 47th President of the United States. COTU Secretary General Francis Atwoli says that…

Nov 7, 2024
Safaricom Solidifies Position in Ethiopia, Reaches 52 Million Customers Nationwide
Business

Safaricom Solidifies Position in Ethiopia, Reaches 52 Million Customers Nationwide

Kenya's telco, Safaricom now serves 46% of Ethiopia's population, just two years after entering the market. The telco has since reached at least 52 million of the country's 112 million people. This milestone achieveme…

Nov 7, 2024
President Ruto Visits Ethiopia, Rallies Support for Raila's AU Commission Bid
Kenya

President Ruto Visits Ethiopia, Rallies Support for Raila's AU Commission Bid

On Wednesday, Kenyan President William Ruto arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, following a one-day official visit to Juba, South Sudan. Upon his arrival at Bole International Airport, he was received by Ethiopian Prime…

Nov 7, 2024
KRA Takes Aim at Nil Tax Returns and Visitors in Aggressive Tax Compliance Drive
Business

KRA Takes Aim at Nil Tax Returns and Visitors in Aggressive Tax Compliance Drive

The Kenyan government is taking steps to enhance tax compliance and boost revenue collection by expanding the mandatory use of Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) for various government services. This move aims to…

Nov 6, 2024
Kenyan Woman Discovers Truth About Gay Husband After Years of Abuse in US
Diaspora

Kenyan Woman Discovers Truth About Gay Husband After Years of Abuse in US

Kenyan woman named Mary has shared her compelling story of immigration to the United States, which evolved from hopeful beginnings into a deeply troubling experience of isolation and emotional abuse. Mary's American c…

Nov 6, 2024
The Booming Body Scrub Trend Transforming Nairobi's Spa Industry
Business

The Booming Body Scrub Trend Transforming Nairobi's Spa Industry

The skincare industry in Nairobi has experienced a surge in popularity, particularly due to the growing trend of body scrubbing at local spas. Once relegated to basic bar soap, body care has now become a lucrative seg…

Nov 6, 2024
You Won't Even Get Visas: American Pastor Criticizes Kenyan Trump Supporters
Diaspora

You Won't Even Get Visas: American Pastor Criticizes Kenyan Trump Supporters

Donald Trump has won the race to become the 47th president of the United States and is expected to be declared the president-elect. US-based Kenyan preacher Esther Muthoni Muteti has castigated the surprising support…

Nov 6, 2024
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Lang'ata Cemetery Body Parts Lead Police to Eastleigh Murder Suspect
Kenya

Lang'ata Cemetery Body Parts Lead Police to Eastleigh Murder Suspect

Detectives investigating the discovery of a severely mutilated body found dumped at Langata cemetery have made a significant breakthrough that has shed light on the activities of Hashim Dagane Muhumed, the primary sus…

Nov 6, 2024
My Body, My Choice: Risper Faith Speaks Out on Cosmetic Surgery Debate
Entertainment

My Body, My Choice: Risper Faith Speaks Out on Cosmetic Surgery Debate

The recent death of Lucy Wambui Ng'ang'a has cast a spotlight on the safety concerns surrounding cosmetic surgery practices in Kenya. On October 26, 2024, Ng'ang'a passed away due to complications following a combined…

Nov 6, 2024
DCI Cracks Multi-Million Gold Scam Ring, 31 Arrested in Nairobi Raids
Kenya

DCI Cracks Multi-Million Gold Scam Ring, 31 Arrested in Nairobi Raids

Kenya's Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has arrested over 31 suspects involved in an elaborate scam targeting foreign investors. The operation, conducted across Nairobi's affluent areas of Runda, Ridgeway…

Nov 6, 2024
Delaware Sends First Transgender Representative to Congress
World

Delaware Sends First Transgender Representative to Congress

Democratic candidate Sarah McBride has achieved a landmark victory in Delaware, becoming the first openly transgender person elected to the United States House of Representatives. Edison Research confirmed her win on…

Nov 6, 2024
Kenyan Leaders React as US Presidential Race Nears Conclusion
Kenya

Kenyan Leaders React as US Presidential Race Nears Conclusion

The 2024 US presidential election has captured global attention as the world awaits the final determination of who will lead this influential superpower. Republican candidate Donald Trump holds a significant lead with…

Nov 6, 2024
Kenyan-American Makes History in Minnesota Legislature Win
Diaspora

Kenyan-American Makes History in Minnesota Legislature Win

Huldah Momanyi Hiltsley has achieved a historic milestone in Minnesota politics, becoming the first state legislator of Kenyan heritage after winning the House of Representatives seat in District 38A. The Democratic c…

Nov 6, 2024
Starlink Stops New Sign-ups in Nairobi as Network Reaches Capacity
Business

Starlink Stops New Sign-ups in Nairobi as Network Reaches Capacity

Elon Musk, founder of Starlink satellite internet service, has addressed the company's recent decision to suspend new sign-ups in several African urban centers, including Nairobi. Through his X (formerly Twitter) plat…

Nov 5, 2024
Travellers to Kenya Must Declare Mobile Device IMEI Numbers Starting 2025
Immigration

Travellers to Kenya Must Declare Mobile Device IMEI Numbers Starting 2025

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has announced a major policy change regarding mobile devices entering the country. Starting January 1, 2025, all travellers to Kenya must declare the International Mobile Equipment Id…

Nov 5, 2024
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