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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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Kenyan Teachers Announce Monday Strike After Failed Government Talks
Kenya

Kenyan Teachers Announce Monday Strike After Failed Government Talks

The ongoing negotiations between the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) and the teachers' unions have reached an impasse, raising the prospect of a looming strike. The recent talks, held at the Kenya School of Governme…

Aug 21, 2024
Meru Governor Granted Temporary Reprieve as High Court Suspends Impeachment
Kenya

Meru Governor Granted Temporary Reprieve as High Court Suspends Impeachment

Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza has received a reprieve in her ongoing legal battle. The High Court has suspended the Senate's resolution to remove her from office, which had followed her impeachment by the Meru County…

Aug 21, 2024
Mount Kenya Leaders Seek to Abolish 50%+1 Presidential Election Rule
Kenya

Mount Kenya Leaders Seek to Abolish 50%+1 Presidential Election Rule

Political leaders from the Mt. Kenya region are spearheading discussions on potential constitutional reforms to reshape the country's electoral framework ahead of Kenya's 2027 General Election. The key proposal, which…

Aug 21, 2024
Moses Wetangula Sued for Outstanding Sh298,000 German Shepherd Debt
Kenya

Moses Wetangula Sued for Outstanding Sh298,000 German Shepherd Debt

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has become entangled in a legal dispute over an alleged unpaid debt of Sh298,100. The case, filed in the Small Claims Court at Milimani, is initiated by Isokat Bethwel, who co…

Aug 20, 2024
Kenyan Luxury Real Estate Faces Auction Surge Amid Market Downturn
Real Estate

Kenyan Luxury Real Estate Faces Auction Surge Amid Market Downturn

Kenya's property market is experiencing significant strain due to ongoing economic challenges with auctioneers increasingly seizing high-value assets across various sectors. This trend is affecting even well-establish…

Aug 20, 2024
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Is Nairobi Ready for Robot Servers?
Lifestyle

Is Nairobi Ready for Robot Servers?

In Nairobi's Kileleshwa suburb, a new dining establishment is captivating both residents and visitors with its innovative approach to hospitality. The Robot Café, located on the ground floor of Lana Plaza, is Kenya’s…

Aug 20, 2024
MP Oscar Sudi Gifts Nuru Okanga Sh1.3 Million and a Three-Bedroom House
Kenya

MP Oscar Sudi Gifts Nuru Okanga Sh1.3 Million and a Three-Bedroom House

Kapseret Member of Parliament Oscar Sudi has extended a compassionate gesture to Nuru Okanga, granting him a three-bedroom home and a cash gift of Sh1.3 million This heartfelt act of kindness was publicly revealed dur…

Aug 20, 2024
Manhunt Launched as Serial Killer Collins Jumaisi and Fellow Inmates Escape Gigiri Police Station
Kenya

Manhunt Launched as Serial Killer Collins Jumaisi and Fellow Inmates Escape Gigiri Police Station

Collins Jumaisi Khalusha, the primary suspect in the Kware quarry murders, has escaped from Nairobi's Gigiri Police Station. Khalusha, who had admitted to killing at least six women whose bodies were discovered in Emb…

Aug 20, 2024
Akuku Danger: Comedy Star and Sickle Cell Survivor
Entertainment

Akuku Danger: Comedy Star and Sickle Cell Survivor

Mannerson Ochieng, known professionally as "Akuku Danger," has become a beloved figure in Kenyan comedy despite facing significant health challenges. Born in 1990 in Migori County, Ochieng's early life was marked by t…

Aug 19, 2024
Jimi Wanjigi Confronts Officers During Arrest at DCI Headquarters
Kenya

Jimi Wanjigi Confronts Officers During Arrest at DCI Headquarters

Businessman Jimi Wanjigi on Monday revealed that he was arrested by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Nairobi. Wanjigi, a vocal critic of the current administration led by President W…

Aug 19, 2024
Uasin Gishu Deputy Governor John Barorot Resigns
Kenya

Uasin Gishu Deputy Governor John Barorot Resigns

Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii has revealed that Deputy Governor John Barorot has tendered his resignation following his acceptance of a prestigious CEO position with an international organization. The announcement…

Aug 19, 2024
Biden Unveils New Citizenship Program for Spouses of US Citizens
Immigration

Biden Unveils New Citizenship Program for Spouses of US Citizens

A new initiative by the Biden administration is set to launch on Monday, aiming to provide a pathway to citizenship for long-term US residents who entered the country illegally. This program represents a significant m…

Aug 19, 2024
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75-Year-Old Nakuru Mother Faces Eviction by US-Based Son
Diaspora

75-Year-Old Nakuru Mother Faces Eviction by US-Based Son

75-year-old Esther Nyaruri from Nakuru finds herself facing potential eviction from her matrimonial home. This situation has arisen due to a conflict with her US-based son Abel Haroya Nyaruri over the ownership of a p…

Aug 19, 2024
Kenya's Haiti Police Mission Faces Financial Shortfall, Report Reveals
Kenya

Kenya's Haiti Police Mission Faces Financial Shortfall, Report Reveals

The Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission in Haiti is making gradual progress despite numerous challenges. Experts and officials note that while the mission is advancing, it faces significant obstacles that hav…

Aug 19, 2024
Kalonzo Musyoka Takes Helm as Azimio Prepares for 2027 Elections
Kenya

Kalonzo Musyoka Takes Helm as Azimio Prepares for 2027 Elections

Azimio coalition led by Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka has taken steps to distance itself from the leadership of opposition chief Raila Odinga. During a gathering on Sunday, the group including Musyoka and DAP-K p…

Aug 18, 2024
Another Travel Agency Scam Hits Eldoret
Immigration

Another Travel Agency Scam Hits Eldoret

The Eldoret region has been rocked by a significant fraud case involving Novice Global Service Consultants, a travel agency that promised lucrative job opportunities in Canada and Australia. This scam has resulted in…

Aug 18, 2024
Gachagua Issues Ultimatum to 'Rebel' Mt. Kenya Politicians
Kenya

Gachagua Issues Ultimatum to 'Rebel' Mt. Kenya Politicians

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has issued a stern warning to certain Mt. Kenya leaders who he perceives as acting against the region's interests. Speaking at a wedding gathering on Saturday, Gachagua cautioned that…

Aug 18, 2024
Diaspora Kenyans Petition Parliament to Amend 'Discriminatory' Citizenship Law
Diaspora

Diaspora Kenyans Petition Parliament to Amend 'Discriminatory' Citizenship Law

Kenyan citizens living abroad have petitioned the Kenyan Parliament to modify a law that categorizes them as foreign nationals based on when they obtained dual citizenship, preventing them from reclaiming their Kenyan…

Aug 17, 2024
State House Defends Ruto's 'Relaunch' of Uhuru Projects
Kenya

State House Defends Ruto's 'Relaunch' of Uhuru Projects

State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed has addressed recent criticisms regarding President William Ruto's project launches. Some Kenyans have accused the president of relaunching initiatives that were originally sta…

Aug 17, 2024
Kenyan Migrants Ignore Risks, Fall into Myanmar's 'Slave Trade' Trap
Diaspora

Kenyan Migrants Ignore Risks, Fall into Myanmar's 'Slave Trade' Trap

Kenyan citizens continue to fall prey to human trafficking schemes in South Asian countries, despite repeated warnings from authorities. The Kenyan Embassy in Thailand recently issued a warning of the dangers followin…

Aug 17, 2024
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