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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.

9,322 articles

Capsized Boat Leaves 39 Migrants Dead in Yemen Waters
Immigration

Capsized Boat Leaves 39 Migrants Dead in Yemen Waters

A boat carrying migrants from the Horn of Africa region capsized off the coast of Yemen on Monday, resulting in the tragic loss of at least 39 lives. The catastrophic event was confirmed by the International Organizat…

Jun 11, 2024
Kenya

Emergency Landing Disrupts Operations at JKIA

On Tuesday, June 11, 2024, operations at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi were disrupted due to an aircraft incident that necessitated the temporary closure of the runway. The incident involved an…

Jun 11, 2024
Eastleigh Developers in Limbo as Ruto Reverses Stance on High-Rise Construction
Business

Eastleigh Developers in Limbo as Ruto Reverses Stance on High-Rise Construction

The recent directives from President William Ruto regarding the height restrictions for high-rise buildings in Eastleigh, Nairobi, have sparked confusion and raised concerns among developers in the area. The contradic…

Jun 11, 2024
Switzerland Seeks Foreign Professionals to Address Labor Shortages
Immigration

Switzerland Seeks Foreign Professionals to Address Labor Shortages

Switzerland, a nation renowned for its exceptional living standards and robust economy, faces a significant shortage of qualified workers across diverse sectors. This reality, outlined in the 2023 EURES Report, presen…

Jun 10, 2024
How Kenyan Maids Are Trapped in Foreign Lands
Diaspora

How Kenyan Maids Are Trapped in Foreign Lands

The pursuit of a better life has led many Kenyans to seek employment opportunities abroad, often at the cost of sacrificing their ancestral lands. One such family from Kisii County sold a portion of their land to fina…

Jun 10, 2024
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The Controversy Surrounding Mama Ngina Kenyatta's Security and Benefits
Kenya

The Controversy Surrounding Mama Ngina Kenyatta's Security and Benefits

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta confirmed on Monday that the Kenya Kwanza administration has withheld entitled benefits from his mother Mama Ngina. The treatment she has received from the current administration, parti…

Jun 10, 2024
How Acid Attack in Nairobi's Nightlife Claimed the Life of a Teenage Girl
Kenya

How Acid Attack in Nairobi's Nightlife Claimed the Life of a Teenage Girl

17-year-old Beth Wambui's life was cruelly cut short after a night of celebration turned into a horrific ordeal. On the evening of April 7, 2024, Beth misled her mother, claiming she was visiting a friend in the nearb…

Jun 10, 2024
Veronica Mueni Nduva Makes History as EAC's Inaugural Female Secretary General
Diaspora

Veronica Mueni Nduva Makes History as EAC's Inaugural Female Secretary General

In a groundbreaking moment for the East African Community (EAC), Veronica Mueni Nduva was sworn in as the first female Secretary General during the 23rd Extra-Ordinary Meeting of the EAC Heads of State on June 8, 2024…

Jun 9, 2024
Four Killed as Al-Shabaab Ambushes Kenyan Construction Workers Near Somalia
Kenya

Four Killed as Al-Shabaab Ambushes Kenyan Construction Workers Near Somalia

Suspected Al-Shabaab militants ambushed and fatally shot four Kenyan construction workers near the border with Somalia on Saturday noon. The brazen attack occurred at a construction site near a hospital and the Dadaab…

Jun 9, 2024
Childhood Friend Defrauded Sh2.8 Million in Fake Marriage Ploy
Kenya

Childhood Friend Defrauded Sh2.8 Million in Fake Marriage Ploy

Noel Akivembe, 51, and Mildred Lujiri, 49, who once shared an unbreakable bond, now find themselves embroiled in a bitter feud that has captivated the attention of authorities and the public alike. According to police…

Jun 9, 2024
Why 'Village' Slogan is Trending
Kenya

Why 'Village' Slogan is Trending

The alleged rift between President William Ruto and his Deputy Rigathi Gachagua has ignited intense political discussions and a battle for dominance in the Mt Kenya region. At the centre of this controversy lies a sta…

Jun 9, 2024
How Kenya Abandoned Dr Mogusu in Life and Death
Kenya

How Kenya Abandoned Dr Mogusu in Life and Death

The tragic story of 28-year-old medical officer Dr Stephen Mogusu, who lost his life while bravely serving on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic, has brought to light the heartbreaking plight of healthcare wo…

Jun 8, 2024
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Kenya's Bold Plan to Eliminate One Million Crows by 2025
Kenya

Kenya's Bold Plan to Eliminate One Million Crows by 2025

Kenya has declared a resolute war against the house crow, an avian adversary that has disrupted its coastal ecosystems and tourism industry. Originally hailing from Asia, this invasive alien species has proliferated a…

Jun 8, 2024
US Trained Drone Pilot Brings Tech Solutions to Kenyan Farms
Diaspora

US Trained Drone Pilot Brings Tech Solutions to Kenyan Farms

Visionary entrepreneur Lyela Mutisya has seamlessly woven her passion for agriculture and aviation into a thriving venture, Agridrone Technologies. Hailing from Kenya, Lyela's formative years were spent in the United…

Jun 8, 2024
The Significance of Ruto's Eagle Stature and Ogolla's Sword
Kenya

The Significance of Ruto's Eagle Stature and Ogolla's Sword

On June 8, 2024, the Kenya Air Force (KAF) celebrated its 60th anniversary with a grand ceremony held at the Moi Air Base in Eastleigh, Nairobi. The event was graced by the presence of President William Ruto, First La…

Jun 8, 2024
Cruise Ships Set for Kisumu Port
Business

Cruise Ships Set for Kisumu Port

The once-dormant Kisumu Port on the shores of Lake Victoria is set to experience a renaissance, thanks to the visionary Kisumu Port Resilient Infrastructure Project spearheaded by the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA). This…

Jun 7, 2024
The Untold Stories of Kenyan Hostages in Libya; Captors Demand Millions
Diaspora

The Untold Stories of Kenyan Hostages in Libya; Captors Demand Millions

The youth of Northern Kenya have become ensnared in a sinister trap orchestrated by ruthless criminal networks operating in Libya. These nefarious operations have been facilitated by the notorious warlord Magafe, who…

Jun 7, 2024
Poaching Crisis Threatens Garissa's Iconic Giraffes and Antelopes
Kenya

Poaching Crisis Threatens Garissa's Iconic Giraffes and Antelopes

There has been a significant increase in wildlife poaching, especially of giraffes and antelopes in the remote areas of Garissa County. This alarming situation has caught the attention of authorities and conservationi…

Jun 7, 2024
Kenyan Taxpayers Bear Burden as Government Assumes Kenya Airways' $641M Debt
Business

Kenyan Taxpayers Bear Burden as Government Assumes Kenya Airways' $641M Debt

The Kenyan government has assumed the responsibility of servicing a substantial loan originally taken by the national carrier, Kenya Airways (KQ). The loan, amounting to $641.49 million (Sh83.4 billion), was provided…

Jun 7, 2024
Raila, Gachagua Find Common Ground on Revenue Formula
Kenya

Raila, Gachagua Find Common Ground on Revenue Formula

Kenyan politics has been embroiled in a heated debate surrounding revenue-sharing formulas with Azimio leader Raila Odinga throwing his weight behind the controversial 'one-man, one-shilling, one-vote' model. This app…

Jun 7, 2024