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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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Kenyans Heading to Dubai Face New Mandatory Health Checks
Diaspora

Kenyans Heading to Dubai Face New Mandatory Health Checks

The United Arab Emirates has introduced stricter medical fitness requirements for foreign nationals applying for work and residence visas, including mandatory screening for HIV and tuberculosis. Applicants for jobs in…

Aug 3, 2026
Green Card Alert: These Types of Marriages Are Automatically Rejected
Immigration

Green Card Alert: These Types of Marriages Are Automatically Rejected

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has clarified that some marriages recognised as legal in other countries do not qualify for US immigration benefits, including visas and permanent residen…

Aug 3, 2026
US Introduces KSh 97,000 Fast-Track Visa Interviews – Who Can Apply?
Immigration

US Introduces KSh 97,000 Fast-Track Visa Interviews – Who Can Apply?

The US Department of State has launched a pilot programme allowing some applicants for B1/B2 visitor visas to pay an additional fee for a faster interview appointment. The voluntary scheme will run until 31 December 2…

Aug 3, 2026
KNH Defends Tree Cutting After Displaced Marabou Storks Die
Kenya

KNH Defends Tree Cutting After Displaced Marabou Storks Die

Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has defended its decision to cut down several mature acacia trees within its grounds, saying the trees had become unsafe and posed a risk to people and property.In a statement issued o…

Aug 2, 2026
26-Year-Old Kenyan Charged With First-Degree Property Damage in Minnesota
Diaspora

26-Year-Old Kenyan Charged With First-Degree Property Damage in Minnesota

A Kenyan national has been arrested in Minnesota after being accused of causing serious property damage, according to authorities in Hennepin County.Officials identified the suspect as 26-year-old Stephen Anunda Ongon…

Aug 2, 2026
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Kenyan Envoy Meets Diaspora in Scotland During Commonwealth Games
Diaspora

Kenyan Envoy Meets Diaspora in Scotland During Commonwealth Games

Kenya’s diplomatic mission in the United Kingdom has concluded a three-day Mobile Consular Services exercise in Glasgow with a meeting between Ambassador Maurice Makoloo and members of the Kenyan community in Scotland…

Aug 2, 2026
Ruto: Even My Maize Was Wiped Out by Drought
Kenya

Ruto: Even My Maize Was Wiped Out by Drought

President William Ruto has said that drought has destroyed the maize crop on his farm, as prolonged dry conditions continue to affect farmers across Kenya. He made the remarks during a Sunday church service in Uasin G…

Aug 2, 2026
How Kenyan Nurses Are Building New Lives in America
Diaspora

How Kenyan Nurses Are Building New Lives in America

Kenyan nurses working in the United States are balancing demanding healthcare careers with the challenge of maintaining their cultural identity, relying on professional networks and community support as they adapt to…

Aug 2, 2026
Kenyan Passport Climbs Global Rankings, Unlocks Access to 77 Destinations
Immigration

Kenyan Passport Climbs Global Rankings, Unlocks Access to 77 Destinations

Kenyan passport holders can now travel to 77 destinations without applying for a traditional visa in advance, according to the latest Passport Index rankings. The country is ranked 64th globally with a Mobility Score…

Aug 1, 2026
Ruto Unveils Kenya's Vision 2060 Plan as National Consultations Begin
Kenya

Ruto Unveils Kenya's Vision 2060 Plan as National Consultations Begin

President William Ruto has announced a national consultation to develop a new long-term development framework for Kenya beyond Vision 2030, with discussions set to begin on 12 August and shape a National Development C…

Aug 1, 2026
The Mystery of Missing Kenyan Woman Irene Gakwa in Wyoming
Diaspora

The Mystery of Missing Kenyan Woman Irene Gakwa in Wyoming

More than four years after Irene Wairimu Gakwa disappeared from her home in Gillette, Wyoming, investigators continue to search for answers. The 32-year-old nurse-in-training from Kenya was last seen on 24 February 20…

Aug 1, 2026
Benard Mogaka Okero: Minnesota-Based Kenyan Nurse Convicted of Sexual Misconduct
Diaspora

Benard Mogaka Okero: Minnesota-Based Kenyan Nurse Convicted of Sexual Misconduct

A Kenyan immigrant in Minnesota has been linked to two separate criminal cases, one involving the attempted murder of his wife and another involving the sexual assault of a teenage colleague at a care facility.In Augu…

Aug 1, 2026
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Kenyan Drivers in the US Could Be Affected by Trump's New Veteran Trucking Programme
Diaspora

Kenyan Drivers in the US Could Be Affected by Trump's New Veteran Trucking Programme

The Trump administration has launched the Freedom Hauliers Initiative, a programme that aims to help military veterans move into the trucking industry by making it easier for them to obtain a Commercial Driver’s Licen…

Aug 1, 2026
Family Urges Government to Bring Home Kenyan Woman in ICU Following Alleged Assault in Oman
Diaspora

Family Urges Government to Bring Home Kenyan Woman in ICU Following Alleged Assault in Oman

A family in Machakos County has appealed to the Kenyan government to help bring home Stella Nabwire, a Kenyan domestic worker who is in intensive care in Oman after an alleged assault by her employer. Her relatives sa…

Aug 1, 2026
Big Win for Kenya as US Retains Nairobi as Regional Visa Processing Centre
Immigration

Big Win for Kenya as US Retains Nairobi as Regional Visa Processing Centre

Kenya will remain one of Africa’s main centres for United States visa processing under a new regional system that takes effect on Saturday, 1 August. The US Embassy in Nairobi will continue handling both immigrant and…

Jul 31, 2026
Ruto's Iconic 2022 Campaign Hub Gets Major Facelift as 2027 Race Begins
Kenya

Ruto's Iconic 2022 Campaign Hub Gets Major Facelift as 2027 Race Begins

The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) has unveiled a refurbished Hustler Centre in Nairobi, positioning it as the party’s main headquarters for planning and coordinating its campaign ahead of the 2027 General Election…

Jul 31, 2026
Two Suspects Arraigned Over Killing of Psychologist Dr Victoria Mutiso
Kenya

Two Suspects Arraigned Over Killing of Psychologist Dr Victoria Mutiso

Two people have appeared before the Milimani Law Courts in connection with the killing of clinical psychologist and researcher Dr Victoria Nthunya Mutiso. Prosecutors have asked the court to detain the suspects for 30…

Jul 31, 2026
Gachagua Alleges Fresh Plot to Arrest Senior Government Official
Kenya

Gachagua Alleges Fresh Plot to Arrest Senior Government Official

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has alleged that senior government officials are planning to arrest Auditor General Nancy Gathungu over her audit reports. Speaking at his Wamunyoro residence on Friday, he cla…

Jul 31, 2026
Somali President Orders Officials to Surrender Kenyan IDs or Quit Government
Kenya

Somali President Orders Officials to Surrender Kenyan IDs or Quit Government

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has ordered cabinet ministers and senior government officials to surrender any Kenyan passports or national identity cards they hold or leave their positions. The directive was i…

Jul 31, 2026
Canada Citizenship 2026: What Kenyans Must Know About the New Online Test
Immigration

Canada Citizenship 2026: What Kenyans Must Know About the New Online Test

Canada has set out the framework for its online citizenship test, which is now a key requirement for permanent residents applying for citizenship, including many Kenyans. Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (…

Jul 31, 2026
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