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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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How Ann Kimunyu Battled Anxiety in the Wilderness
Diaspora

How Ann Kimunyu Battled Anxiety in the Wilderness

Ann Kimunyu's evening runs were a necessary escape from the gloom and anxiety that had been her constant companions for the past five years. As a journalist working at a corporate training firm, her days were spent be…

Jun 2, 2024
Kwale County to Impose Hefty Taxes on Muguka Trade, Hiking Fees by 3000%
Kenya

Kwale County to Impose Hefty Taxes on Muguka Trade, Hiking Fees by 3000%

Governor Fatuma Achani has unveiled a plan to increase charges on miraa in a bold move to address the growing concerns surrounding the supply and sale of Muguka in Kwale County. The proposed hike would see fees soar f…

Jun 2, 2024
Kenyan Workers to Fill Vacant Truck Driving Positions in Central Nebraska
Diaspora

Kenyan Workers to Fill Vacant Truck Driving Positions in Central Nebraska

The global shortage of truck drivers has become a pressing issue that significantly impacts the efficient movement of goods and services worldwide. This challenge affects numerous countries, and as Nebraska Secretary…

Jun 1, 2024
Gachagua: We Were Wrong to Criticize Our King, Uhuru
Kenya

Gachagua: We Were Wrong to Criticize Our King, Uhuru

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has acknowledged the error of his ways in criticizing former President Uhuru Kenyatta whom he now refers to as the "king" of the Mt Kenya region. In a shift from his previous stance…

Jun 1, 2024
Lamu's Transformation into Kenya's Military Hub
Kenya

Lamu's Transformation into Kenya's Military Hub

Since the early 2000s, the Kenyan government has made significant strides in bolstering security within Lamu County. The increased presence of security installations has played a critical role in fostering a safer env…

Jun 1, 2024
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Kenyan Woman Stranded and Sick in Saudi, Family Seeks Assistance
Diaspora

Kenyan Woman Stranded and Sick in Saudi, Family Seeks Assistance

Knight Ajenya's journey from her humble abode in Vihiga County, Kenya, was fueled by aspirations of financial independence and a better life for her family. At age 33, Ajenya embarked on an arduous path to Saudi Arabi…

May 31, 2024
Kenya's Inflation Rate Soars to 5.1%
Business

Kenya's Inflation Rate Soars to 5.1%

Kenya's inflation rate climbed to 5.1% in May 2024, reversing a three-month trend of decline. This rise signals a potential period of increased strain on household budgets. The primary driver of this inflation surge i…

May 31, 2024
Breakdown of Uhuru's Lucrative Retirement Package
Kenya

Breakdown of Uhuru's Lucrative Retirement Package

Former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, who served two terms in office from 2013 to 2022, is entitled to a comprehensive retirement package that has recently garnered significant attention. According to government spo…

May 31, 2024
Trump's Campaign Rocked by Guilty Verdicts in Hush Money Trial
World

Trump's Campaign Rocked by Guilty Verdicts in Hush Money Trial

A New York jury has found President Donald Trump guilty of all 34 felony charges he faced relating to fabricating business records to conceal hush money payments made to a porn star before the 2016 election. The verdi…

May 31, 2024
Biden Faces Growing Pressure to Authorize Offensive Strikes on Russia
World

Biden Faces Growing Pressure to Authorize Offensive Strikes on Russia

The conflict in Ukraine has reached a critical juncture with mounting pressure on US President Joe Biden to permit the utilization of Western-provided weapons to strike targets within Russian territory. This prospect…

May 30, 2024
How Kenyan Woman Was Allegedly Scammed Sh25 Million Using Odinga's Name
Kenya

How Kenyan Woman Was Allegedly Scammed Sh25 Million Using Odinga's Name

Kenyan businesswoman Faith Mwikali Ndiwa finds herself embroiled in a complex fraud case that unravels a tangled web of deception, forgery, and financial manipulation. The charges against her stem from an alleged sche…

May 30, 2024
Formula 1 Popularity Gains Traction in Kenya
Sports

Formula 1 Popularity Gains Traction in Kenya

Formula 1 has witnessed a surge in popularity across Kenya in recent years. This passionate fanbase, however, is faced with a significant obstacle: the absence of an African Grand Prix. Much like football fans yearnin…

May 30, 2024
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Ruto: Friends Offered Me Sh10 Million Private Jet for US Trip
Kenya

Ruto: Friends Offered Me Sh10 Million Private Jet for US Trip

President William Ruto's recent trip to the United States has ignited a heated debate surrounding fiscal responsibility and the expenditure of public funds. The bone of contention revolves around the private jet he ut…

May 30, 2024
Kisumu Love Triangle Ends in Tragedy, Man and Girlfriend Detained for Alleged Murder
Kenya

Kisumu Love Triangle Ends in Tragedy, Man and Girlfriend Detained for Alleged Murder

The Kisumu court has granted a 14-day custody order for two suspects, Cecil Wilson Omondi and Ashley Jemima Atieno, accused of being involved in the death of 22-year-old Vince Juma on Monday. This extended detention p…

May 30, 2024
Fake Video of Everest Rescue Linked to Kenyan Climber's Death
Diaspora

Fake Video of Everest Rescue Linked to Kenyan Climber's Death

The mountaineering community has been mourning the untimely demise of Kenyan climber Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui who died while attempting to scale the formidable Mount Everest without supplementary oxygen. Nepali tourism…

May 30, 2024
US Department of State Grants Sh920 Million to Kenyan Police for Operational Overhaul
Kenya

US Department of State Grants Sh920 Million to Kenyan Police for Operational Overhaul

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) Eastern Africa has announced a substantial financial allocation of sh920 million for the Kenya Police. This funding, facilitated by the United States Department of…

May 29, 2024
Kenyan Students Receive $3.3M Funding for STEM Studies in America
Diaspora

Kenyan Students Receive $3.3M Funding for STEM Studies in America

As Kenya and the United States commemorate six decades of partnership, a groundbreaking initiative has been launched to empower the next generation of Kenyan scientists, researchers, and engineers. The Kennedy-Mboya P…

May 29, 2024
Kenyan Youth Embrace Opportunities with Chinese Companies
Diaspora

Kenyan Youth Embrace Opportunities with Chinese Companies

The University of Nairobi has witnessed a remarkable influx of Chinese enterprises seeking to tap into the institution's growing talent pool. The recent career fair, organized by the institution's Confucius Institute…

May 29, 2024
UDA Secretary General Demands Kipchumba Murkomen, Moses Kuria Step Down Over Political Interference
Kenya

UDA Secretary General Demands Kipchumba Murkomen, Moses Kuria Step Down Over Political Interference

The ongoing political turmoil within President William Ruto's administration has reached a new level of intensity. Cleophas Malala, the Secretary-General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA), has made an unpreceden…

May 29, 2024
Kenyan Celebs on the Cosmetic Surgery Craze
Entertainment

Kenyan Celebs on the Cosmetic Surgery Craze

Kenyan model and singer Tanasha Donna recently sparked a conversation by unveiling her newly plumped lips, a cosmetic procedure akin to the lip fillers famously done by American reality star Kylie Jenner. Her decision…

May 29, 2024
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