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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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Three Arrested in Nairobi with Sh27.5 Million Worth of Narcotics
Kenya

Three Arrested in Nairobi with Sh27.5 Million Worth of Narcotics

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has apprehended three suspects in Donholm, Nairobi County in a drug trafficking operation. The suspects were allegedly planning to transport 6.8 kilograms of cocaine wo…

May 26, 2024
Gachagua Disputes Ruto's Inner Circle Over Alleged Divisions
Kenya

Gachagua Disputes Ruto's Inner Circle Over Alleged Divisions

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has ignited a political firestorm by accusing specific leaders within President William Ruto's inner circle of fostering division within the governing coalition. He laments the intric…

May 26, 2024
UK Extends Post-Study Work Visa for International Graduates
Kenya

UK Extends Post-Study Work Visa for International Graduates

The UK government has announced its decision to retain the Graduate Visa Route. This enables international students to seek employment opportunities within the nation for an extended period subsequent to their graduat…

May 25, 2024
President Ruto Returns from Historic US Visit
Kenya

President Ruto Returns from Historic US Visit

President William Ruto returned to Nairobi on Saturday evening after concluding a three-day state visit to the United States. , welcomed by senior government officials Among those who greeted him were Interior Cabinet…

May 25, 2024
Man to pay Sh500,000 Fine for Insensitive HIV Remarks
Kenya

Man to pay Sh500,000 Fine for Insensitive HIV Remarks

A recent ruling by the HIV and AIDS Tribunal in Kenya underscores the significance of safeguarding the privacy of individuals with HIV. This case arose from a dispute between neighbours over the construction of a pit…

May 25, 2024
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The Open Work Permit Pathway to Working in Canada
Immigration

The Open Work Permit Pathway to Working in Canada

If you dream of working in Canada but have yet to secure a specific job offer, the Open Work Permit might be the perfect gateway to achieving your goals. Canada offers two main work permit options: Employer-Specific W…

May 25, 2024
Residents Raise Issues Prior to Tea Estate's Impending Sale
Business

Residents Raise Issues Prior to Tea Estate's Impending Sale

The recent acquisition of Lipton Teas and Infusions (formerly Ekaterra) estates by Sri Lankan firm Browns Investments Plc has reignited long-standing disputes and unresolved issues with the local community in the Sout…

May 25, 2024
Uhuru, Ruto Clash Over Former President's Office
Kenya

Uhuru, Ruto Clash Over Former President's Office

The issue of where former Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta will establish his post-presidency office remains a contentious matter, with disagreements between Kenyatta and the current administration led by President Wil…

May 25, 2024
US to Accord Kenya 'Non-NATO Ally' Designation
Kenya

US to Accord Kenya 'Non-NATO Ally' Designation

President William Ruto's visit to Washington, D.C., marks a significant milestone in the longstanding partnership between Kenya and the United States. The visit represents a culmination of 60 years of diplomatic relat…

May 24, 2024
Obama, Ruto Deliberate on Africa's Development Agenda
Kenya

Obama, Ruto Deliberate on Africa's Development Agenda

President William Ruto embarked on a four-day state visit to the United States, commencing on Monday, May 21st, 2024. Upon their arrival at the Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport in Atlanta, President Ruto and F…

May 24, 2024
Revealed: White House State Dinner Menu for Ruto and Kenyan Delegates
Kenya

Revealed: White House State Dinner Menu for Ruto and Kenyan Delegates

President Joe Biden extended a warm welcome to Kenyan President William Ruto at the White House on Thursday, May 23, 2024, in a profound diplomatic gesture. The visit was punctuated by a series of announcements and di…

May 24, 2024
Creators Tileh and Martina Announce Split After Years Together
Entertainment

Creators Tileh and Martina Announce Split After Years Together

Renowned Kenyan dancer Tileh Pacbro and his Spanish wife Martina Glez have announced their decision to part ways after a journey filled with creative collaborations and artistic triumphs. The news, shared via their re…

May 24, 2024
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Ruto's Washington Visit Yields Billions in US Funding
Kenya

Ruto's Washington Visit Yields Billions in US Funding

President William Ruto's recent four-day State Visit to the United States has culminated in the unveiling of substantial investment deals spanning multiple sectors. This development reflects the robust economic ties a…

May 24, 2024
Kenyan Diaspora Connects with Visiting Leaders on White House Lawns
Diaspora

Kenyan Diaspora Connects with Visiting Leaders on White House Lawns

President William Ruto's state visit to the United States has been marked by pomp as he seeks to strengthen ties with the Kenyan diaspora and attract their investment in the country's economic transformation. The Pres…

May 24, 2024
Sh13 Million Needed to Repatriate Kenyan Climber Kirui from Mt Everest
Kenya

Sh13 Million Needed to Repatriate Kenyan Climber Kirui from Mt Everest

In the wake of Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui's tragic demise on the unforgiving slopes of Mount Everest, his loved ones confront the challenge of repatriating his body from the perilous heights of the world's tallest peak. T…

May 23, 2024
British High Commissioner Reaffirms Cooperation in Agnes Wanjiru Murder Investigation
Kenya

British High Commissioner Reaffirms Cooperation in Agnes Wanjiru Murder Investigation

The British High Commissioner to Kenya Neil Wigan has reiterated the UK's commitment to cooperate fully with the Kenyan authorities in their investigation of the high-profile case of Agnes Wanjiru's death. During a me…

May 23, 2024
Jubilant Scenes as Biden, Ruto Hold Joint Presser
Kenya

Jubilant Scenes as Biden, Ruto Hold Joint Presser

In a rare diplomatic gesture, President Joe Biden welcomed Kenyan President William Ruto to the White House on Thursday, May 23, 2024, marking the first state visit by an African leader to Washington in over a decade…

May 23, 2024
The Security Unit Taking No Chances with Ruto's Safety in the US
Kenya

The Security Unit Taking No Chances with Ruto's Safety in the US

The United States Diplomatic Security Service (DSS) plays a crucial role in safeguarding American diplomacy and national security interests worldwide. Established during the First World War to protect American diploma…

May 23, 2024
Kenyan Among Casualties in Tanzanian Sugar Factory Blast
Diaspora

Kenyan Among Casualties in Tanzanian Sugar Factory Blast

A terrible accident has befell the Mtibwa sugar factory located in Tanzania's eastern Morogoro region. Early on the morning of May 23rd, at 1:30 am, an electrical malfunction in the factory's heating system resulted i…

May 23, 2024
Odinga Pushes for Continental Integration with AU Passport Initiative
Kenya

Odinga Pushes for Continental Integration with AU Passport Initiative

Raila Odinga has unveiled an ambitious initiative to introduce a common AU passport for the 55 member states. This proposed continental passport aims to enhance trade across Africa and promote unity among the nations…

May 22, 2024
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